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TRAINING:
1. Read this manual carefully and question your
dealer if something is not clear.
2. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and
proper use of the equipment.
3. Never allow children, teenagers, or people un-
familiar with these instructions to use the
mower.
4. Do not mow while people, particularly children,
or pets are nearby.
PREPARATION:
1. The use of personal protective equipment such
as (but not limited to) protection for the eyes,
ears, feet and head is recommended.
2. Never operate the mower without proper
guards, covers, safety switches and devices
in place and properly functioning. Inspect these
items daily for their condition and proper op-
eration. If the condition or operation of any of
these devices is questionable they must be
replaced or repaired before using the mower.
3. Thoroughly inspect the area to be mowed and
remove all stones, sticks, wire and other de-
bris that may be thrown by the mower. Also
note or mark other obstacles such as holes,
stumps, etc..
4. Do not operate the mower when barefoot or
wearing open shoes. Always wear substantial
footwear and long pants.
5. Fill gas tank before starting mower. DO NOT
SMOKE near gasoline containers. Do not fill
gas tank indoors or when engine is hot or run-
ning. Clean off any spilled gasoline before start-
ing the mower.
OPERATION:
1. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Do not operate the mower in wet grass if pos-
sible.
3. Mow across slopes. Use extreme caution when
mowing or turning on slopes. Always turn to
the downhill side. Do not mow excessively
steep slopes ( mower may tip over and
cause injury or death ).
4. Use caution when backing up.
5. Stop the blades when crossing surfaces other
than grass; or when traveling to and from the
area to be mowed.
6. Never operate the mower with defective, bro-
ken or excessively worn parts. Keep all guards,
shields, and safety devices in place and in
proper working order.
SAFETY
7. Do not change the engine governor settings or
over speed the engine. Operating the engine
at excessive speeds will increase the hazard
of injury and can severely damage your ma-
chine.
8. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from ro-
tating parts when operating mower.
9. Stop the blades and engine before leaving the
operators position for any reason.
10. Never make adjustments to the mower while
engine and/or blades are running.
11. After striking a foreign object, stop mower and
remove key. Inspect the mower for any dam-
age and repair it immediately before continu-
ing to mow.
12. Never operate this equipment in an enclosed
or confined area without proper ventilation of
the engine exhaust.
13. Do not allow any passengers to ride on the
mower. Keep others away from the mower
when in operation.
TRANSPORTATION:
Turn off fuel valve and strap mower to trailer.
MAINTENANCE:
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to keep
mower in safe operating condition.
2. Engine maintenance should comply with en-
gine manufactures specifications. See the en-
gine manual for specifications.
3. Never store the mower with gas in the tank in-
side a building where fumes can reach an open
flame or spark.
4. To reduce the risk of fire, keep the mower free
of grass, leaves and excessive grease or oil.
5. Have your mower inspected and serviced each
year by an authorized Husqvarna dealer.
6. Use only authentic Husqvarna replacement
parts to insure the safety and quality of your
mower is maintained.
7. Safety decals should be replaced if they are
missing or illegible. Decals can be purchased
from your Husqvarna dealer.
8. The hydraulic system including all hoses and
fittings should be checked frequently for wear
or leaks. Never check for leaks with your
hands, use a piece of cardboard or wood. Hy-
draulic oil under pressure could be injected into
your body and must be surgically removed
within a few hours.