SAFETY
14 - Husqvarna
8011-515
Never drive the machine in an enclosed space
General Maintenance
Never operate machine in a closed area.•
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the •
equipment is in safe working condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their •
proper operation regularly.
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other •
debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel spillage and
remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to
cool before storing.
If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the •
machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Never make any adjustments or repairs with the •
engine running.
Check grass catcher components and the •
discharge guard frequently and replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts, when
necessary.
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear •
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
them.
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and •
service as required.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, •
as necessary.
Do not modify safety equipment. Check regularly •
to be sure it works properly. The machine must not
be driven with defective or unmounted protective
plates, protective cowlings, safety switches, or
other protective devices.
Do not change the settings of governors and avoid •
running the engine with overly high engine speeds.
If you run the engine too fast, you risk damaging
the machine components.
Be very careful when handling battery acid. Acid •
on skin can cause serious corrosive burns. If you
spill battery acid on your skin, rinse immediately
with water.
Acid in the eyes can cause blindness, contact a •
doctor immediately.
Be careful when servicing the battery. Explosive •
gases form in the battery. Never perform
maintenance on the battery when smoking or near
open ames or sparks.
The battery can explode and cause serious injury •
or damage.
Ensure that nuts and bolts, especially the •
fastening bolts for the blade attachments, are
properly tightened, torqued and that the equipment
is in good condition.
WARNING!
The battery contains lead and lead
compounds, chemicals that are
considered to cause cancer, birth
defects, and other reproductive
system damage. Wash your hands
after handling the battery.
WARNING!
Use protective glasses for
maintenance work.