General Operation Guidelines - Husqvarna Z400 Series Service Manual

SAFETY

General Operation Guidelines

• Read, understand, and obey all instructions on the
machine and in the manual before starting.
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• It is recommended that someone knows that you are
mowing and can give aid if there is an injury or
accident.
• Those who operate, maintain, and/or service this
machine must first read and understand this
Operator Manual. Local laws can regulate the age of
the operator. The owner is responsible for training
the operators of this equipment.
• The owner and operator of this equipment can
prevent accidents and is responsible for accidents or
injuries occurring to themselves, other people, and/or
property.
• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under
the machine. Keep away from the discharge opening
at all times.
• Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with
the instructions to operate the machine.
• Clean the area of objects such as: rocks, toys, wire,
etc., that could be picked up and thrown by the
blades.
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• Be sure the area has no bystanders before
operating. Stop machine if someone enters the area.
• Do not mow in reverse unless fully necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while
backing up.
• Do not point discharged material toward someone.
Avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction. Material can ricochet back toward the
operator. Stop the blades when going across gravel
surfaces.
• Do not operate machine without the full grass
catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in
place and working.
• Slow down before turning.
• Always turn off blades, move the steering control
lever out to the park brake position, stop engine, and
remove keys before dismounting.
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• Do not carry passengers. The machine is only
intended for use by one person.
• Operate the machine only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine
and wait for all parts to come to a full stop before
cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or
unclogging the discharge guard.
• Do not operate the machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Look for traffic when operating near or going across
roadways.
• Use more care when loading or removing the
machine into a trailer or truck.
• Always wear eye protection when operating
machine.
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