SAFETY
8 - Husqvarna
8011-632
Never take passengers
These instructions are for your safety. Read them
carefully.
General Operation
Read, understand, and follow all instructions •
on the machine and in the manual before
starting.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts •
or under the machine. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, •
toys and wire, which could be picked up and
thrown by the blades.
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders •
before operating. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
Always look down and behind during reverse •
maneuvers. Look for both large and small
obstacles.
Never direct discharged material toward •
anyone. Avoid discharging material against
a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet
back toward the operator. Stop the blades
when crossing gravel surfaces.
Do not operate machine without the entire •
grass catcher, discharge guard, or other
safety devices in place and working
Slow down before turning.•
Never leave a running machine unattended.•
Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut •
off engine and wait for all parts to come to a
complete stop before cleaning the machine,
removing the grass catcher, or unclogging
the discharge chute.
Operate machine only in daylight or good •
articial light.
Do not operate the machine while under the •
inuence of alcohol or drugs.
Only allow responsible adults, who are •
familiar with the instructions, to operate the
machine.
Never take passengers. The machine is only •
intended for use by one person.
Use extra care when loading or unloading •
the machine into a trailer or truck.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust and certain vehicle
components contain or emit
chemicals considered to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive system damage. The
engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, which is a odorless,
colorless, poisonous gas. Do not use
the machine in enclosed spaces.