Husqvarna FS7000 D Operator's Manual page 44

Storage
• The product does not have a parking brake. Do not
go away from the product if it is on a slope. If it is
necessary to park the product on a slope, make sure
that the product is sufficiently attached and cannot
move.
• Keep the product in a locked area to prevent access
for children or persons that are not approved.
• Drain water from the gearbox.
• Set the engine start switch to the stop position.
• Set the lever for speed control to the stop position.
• Remove the cutting blade from the product.
• Keep the cutting blades in a safe area to prevent
damage.
• Keep the cutting blades in a dry and frost-free area.
• Examine new cutting blades for storage damage.
• For storage of the product and fuel, make sure that
there are no leaks or fumes. Sparks or open flames,
for example from electrical devices or boilers, can
start a fire.
• Always use approved containers for storage of fuel.
• Keep the battery in a cool and dry area.
For long-term storage, also do these steps:
• Clean the product and do a complete servicing.
• Lubricate all lubrication points.
• Disconnect the battery cable from the negative
battery terminal and put the battery cable at a safe
distance away from the battery.
• Do a trickle charging of the battery during long-term
storage.
• Fill the fuel tank to prevent water in the fuel system.
• Keep the product in a dry and frost-free area.
• Drain the water separator for the fuel filter.
• Do a check that the freezing point of the engine
coolant is sufficient for the temperatures in the
storage location.
• Put a protective cover on the product. This is
especially important for storage outdoors.
• Replace the engine oil after a long-term storage.
Disposal
• Chemicals can be dangerous and must not be
discarded on the ground. Always discard used
chemicals at a service center or an applicable
disposal location.
• When the product is worn out, send it to the dealer
or to an applicable recycling location.
• Oil, oil filters, fuel and the battery can have negative
effects on the environment. Obey the local recycling
requirements and applicable regulations.
• Do not discard the battery as domestic waste.
• Send the battery to a Husqvarna service agent or
discard it at a disposal location for used batteries.
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