Husqvarna LC 551SP Operator's Manual page 11

Safety instructions for operation
Personal protective equipment
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Personal protective equipment cannot fully prevent
injury but it decreases the degree of injury if an
accident does occur. Let your dealer help you select
the right equipment.
• Use hearing protection if the noise level is higher
than 85 dB.
• Use heavy-duty slip-resistant boots or shoes. Do not
use open shoes or go with bare feet.
• Use heavy, long pants.
• Use protective gloves when necessary, for example
when you attach, examine or clean the cutting
equipment.
Safety devices on the product
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Do not use a product with defective safety devices.
• Do a check of the safety devices regularly. If
the safety devices are defective, speak to your
Husqvarna service agent.
To do a check of the cutting cover
The cutting cover decreases vibrations in the product
and decreases the risk of injury from the blade.
• Examine the cutting cover to make sure that there
are no damages such as cracks.
To do a check of the engine brake handle (LC 551SP,
LC 551VQ)
The engine brake handle stops the engine. When the
engine brake handle is released, the engine stops.
• Start the engine and then release the engine brake
handle. If the engine does not stop in 3 seconds,
let an approved Husqvarna service agent adjust the
engine brake. (Fig. 28)
To do a check of the blade brake control and the start
inhibitor (LC 551VBP)
The blade brake control stops the blade only and not the
engine. When the blade brake control is released, the
blade stops.
1. Start the engine.
2. Push the blade brake control in the direction of the
handlebar. The start inhibitor stops the movement.
3. Push the start inhibitor out.
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4. Push the blade brake control in the direction of the
handlebar. The blade starts to rotate.
5. Release the blade brake control. If the blade does
not stop in 3 seconds, let an approved Husqvarna
service agent adjust the blade brake. (Fig. 29)
6. Make sure that the start inhibitor goes back to its
initial position.
Muffler
The muffler keeps the noise levels to a minimum and
sends the exhaust fumes away from the operator.
Do not use the product if the muffler is missing or
defective. A defective muffler increases the noise level
and the risk of fire.
WARNING:
hot during and after use and when the
engine operates at idle speed. Be careful
near flammable materials and/or fumes to
prevent fire.
To do a check of the muffler
• Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it is
attached correctly and not damaged.
Fuel safety
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine oil
on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel/oil and let
the product dry.
• If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Do not get fuel on your body, it can cause injury. If
you get fuel on your body, use soap and water to
remove the fuel.
• Do not start the product if the engine has a leak.
Examine the engine for leaks regularly.
• Be careful with fuel. Fuel is flammable and the fumes
are explosive and can cause injuries or death.
• Do not breathe in the fuel fumes, it can cause injury.
Make sure that there is a sufficient airflow.
• Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not put warm objects near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not add the fuel when the engine is on.
• Make sure that the engine is cool before you refuel.
• Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and
release the pressure carefully.
• Do not add fuel to the engine in an indoor area. Not
sufficient airflow can cause injury or death because
of asphyxiation or carbon monoxide.
• Tighten the fuel tank cap fully. If the fuel tank cap is
not tightened, there is a risk of fire.
The muffler becomes very
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