Husqvarna CT 36A Operator's Manual page 8

2. Push the stop button and make sure that the engine
stops.
Muffler
The muffler reduces the noise levels and directs exhaust
fumes away from the operator.
Do not use the product if the muffler is missing or
damaged. A damaged or missing muffler may increase
the noise level and the risk of fire.
WARNING:
hot during and after use and when the
engine operates at idle speed. To avoid
burn injuries, do not touch the hot muffler.
Be careful near flammable materials and/or
fumes to prevent fire. Use protective gloves
to prevent burn injuries.
To do a check of the muffler
• Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it is
attached correctly and not damaged.
Blade brake system
The blade brake engages in these situations:
• The input shaft of the gearbox does not rotate.
• There is no resistance against the blades.
The blade brake releases when the input shaft of the
gearbox rotates while there is resistance against the
blades.
To do a check of the blade brake system
1. Stop the engine. Refer to
page 15 .
2. Move the handle to the left. It the blade brake
system operates correctly there is no resistance and
the blades do not move.
3. Move the handle to the right. It the blade brake
system operates correctly the blades engage the
movement and there is resistance.
Gyroscopic safety switch
The gyroscopic safety switch prevents unwanted
movement of the product and prevents injury from the
handle if the product starts to turn. The gyroscopic
safety switch stops the engine if the operator releases
the handle. The blade brakes engage and the handle
stops before it can turn more than 270°.
To do a check of the gyroscopic safety switch
1. Start the engine and let it operate at idle speed for
2–3 minutes. Refer to
12 .
2. Push the handle to the right with force. The engine
stops.
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The muffler becomes very
To stop the product on
To start the product on page
a) If the engine does not stop, push the handle
to the right with force again and again until the
engine stops. If the engine does not stop after
you try 5 times, it is necessary to repair the
gyroscopic safety switch.
b) Stop the engine and speak to an approved
Husqvarna service center. Refer to
product on page 15 .
WARNING:
product before the gyroscopic safety
switch is repaired.
Fuel safety
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Fuel is flammable and the fumes are explosive. Be
careful with fuel to prevent injury, fire and explosion.
• Do not breathe in the fuel fumes. The fuel fumes are
poisonous and can cause injury. Make sure that the
airflow is sufficient.
• Do not remove the fuel tank cap or fill the fuel tank
when the engine is on.
• Make sure that the engine is cool before you refuel.
• Do not fill fuel in an indoor area. Insufficient airflow
can cause injury or death because of asphyxiation or
carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not put hot objects near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not fill fuel near sparks or flames.
• Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and
release the pressure carefully.
• Fuel on your skin can cause injury. If you get fuel on
your skin, use soap and water to remove the fuel.
• If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Do not fill the fuel tank fully. Heat causes the fuel to
expand. Keep a space at the top of the fuel tank.
• Tighten the fuel tank cap fully. If the fuel tank cap is
not tightened, there is a risk of fire.
• Before you start the product, move the product to a
minimum of 3 m/10 ft from where you refueled.
• Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine
oil on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel and
engine oil and let the product dry before you start the
engine.
• Examine the engine for leaks regularly. If there are
leaks in the fuel system, do not start the engine until
the leaks are repaired.
• Do not use your fingers to examine the engine for
leaks.
• Keep fuel in approved containers only.
• When the product and fuel is in storage, make sure
that fuel and fuel fumes cannot cause damage.
To stop the
Do not operate the
Read the warning
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