Safety Precautions - Husqvarna TF545P Operator's Manual

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follows:
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DANGER This indicates a strong
likelihood of serious or even fatal
injury if the instruction are not
follow.
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WARNING This indicates a risk of injury or
damage to the equipment if the instructions are
not followed.
NOTE : This indicates useful information.
This symbol reminds you to take
care with certain operations.
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the tiller, please contact usqvarna dealer. H
DANGER : The machine is des-
igned for safe and reliable service
if used as instructed. Before using
your machine, please make sure
you have understood the contents
of this manual. Otherwise you
could be injured and your equip-
ment could be damaged
Training / Information
Familiarise yourself with the correct use and
the controls before using the machine. Know
how to stop the engine
rapidly.
The machine must always be used according
to the recommendations given in the operator
manual.
Remember that the user is responsible for any
accidents or dangerous actions occurring to
other people or their belongings. It is users re-
s ponsibility to assess the potential risks of the
ground to be cleared and to take all precau-
tions necessary to ensure it is safe, in particu-
lar on slopes and on loose, slippery or uneven
ground.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the machine.
may be local laws which set a minimum age
for users.
Never work when there are people. especially
children, or animals within a radius of 20
meters of the machine; the operator must
necessarily remain at the controls of the
handles.
Do not use the machine if you have been
taking medicine or other substances that
might slow your reactions or make you
drowsy.
Pay particular attention on hard ground,
because the machine has the tendency to be
much less stable than on cultivated ground.
Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and
tight long trousers when working. Do not use
the machine in bare feet or sandals. Ear pro-
tectors are recommended.
Use the machine for the purpose it is des-
igned for tilling the ground.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Preparation
Carefully inspect the area where the machine
is to be used and remove any objects that
might be projected by the machine (stones,
wire, glass, metal objects ...).
Before use, always
ensure that the tools are not wo
,r eplace any wo
rn or damaged parts
Maintain the electrical cables that stop the
engine in good condition so that you can be
sure to turn the engine off.
Check that no diesel
Do not use the machine without
guards and ensure that all the fittings are
tight .
Use
Never transport people on the machine.
Take care when starting the
the manufacturer's instructions and keeping
your feet away from the blade(s).
Stop the engine when the machine is not in use.
When holding the machine, walk don't run.
.
Pay close attention
towards you or reversing the direction of rota-
tion (if liked) .
Keep a safe distance from the rotating blades,
set by the length of the steering column.
Do not place your hands or feet near or beneath
rotating parts.
The engine and the exhaust system become
very hot during operatin .Risk of burn injuries
if touched.
lf there is :
-abnormal vibration,
-a blockage,
-a problem engaging or disengaging
the clutch,
-a collision with a foreign object,
-deterioration of the engine halt
cable.
Stop the engine immediately (if the
halt cable is severed.
as desc bed in paragraph "start the engine" ri
Th ere
to stop the ngine), let the machine cool e
down, unplug the spark-plug lead, inspect the
machine and have the necessary repairs car
ried out by a usqvarna workshop
H
again .
Work only by daylight or in good artificial light.
Do not use the machine on slopes greater
than 20 •
.
Work across slopes, not up or down them.
Make sure to keep your f
change direction very carefully
Using accessories other than those recom-
mended may make the machine dangerous
and cause damage to your machine which will
not be covered by your guarantee
Maintenance / storage
Stop the engine before cleaning, inspecting,
adjusting or maintaining the machine or
changing the tool(s)
Stop the engine and use thick gloves when
changing the tool(s)
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to ensure safe
conditions of use.
To reduce fire risk, keep the
cer and the fuel storage area free of plants.
waste oil. or any other inflammable material.
If the exhaust silencer is
inspect the machine to replaced by a
rn or damaged
Do not mend parts; replace them by the
.
maker's own spares.
Replace the r
keep them balanced
For your own safety, do not alter the charac-
or oil are leaking.
teristics of your machine. Do not change the
engine
covers and
at excess speeds. Regular maintenance is
essential for safety and to maintain the level
of performance.
Allow the
the machine away.
engine , following
Danger
Store fuel in containers specially designed for
it. Always fill the tank outdoors and do not
smoke while doing it.
Do not unscrew the fuel cap or top up with
when pulling the machine
diesel
If diesel
start the
and avoid all naked flames.
Store the machine in a dry place. Never store
the machine in a building where the
can reach a flame, spark or source of intense
heat.
g
Replace the caps of the fuel tank and the
diesel
Limit the amount of
reduce spillage.
Do not run the
where carbon monoxide vapour might accu-
mulate.
Carbon monoxide can be fatal. Ensure good
e ngine
ventilation.
U se the starter control
Moving, handling transporting
-
before using
Any action on the machine apart from ground
digging must be performed with engine stop-
ped.
Except when (ground digging) the machine
must be moved by using the transport wheel
as described in "Moving" chapter.
Handling: do not try and lift the machine. The
machine's weight is indicated on the type plate
ee on sloping t ground,
at the
.
handling adapted to the weight of the machine
and to the situation to guarantee the safety.
When loading or unloading the machine to or
.
from a trailer, use a suitable ramp. Lash the
machine down correctly for safe transport.
.
.
engine , the silen-
faulty , have it
usqvarna workshop.
H
otating blades in complete sets to
.
speed settings and do not run the engine
engine
to cool down before putting
! Diesel is highly inflammable !
while the engine is running or still hot.
is spilt on the ground, do not try to
engine ; Carry the machine elsewhere
machine
can correctly.
diesel in the tank to
engine in a confined space
,
mid of this manual. Use a method of