Preparations - Husqvarna BE550 Operation Manual

Preparations

• Have first aid equipment at hand when using the
machine.
• check that nobody else is in the vicinity of the
machine when you start the engine, engage the
drive or run the machine.
• Keep animals and people a safe distance from
the machine.
• clear the area of objects such as stones, toys,
steel wire, etc. that could become caught in
moving machine parts and thrown out.
• find and locate all fixed objects in the ground,
such as sprinkler systems, poles, water valves,
bases for washing lines, etc. be certain to check
for hidden electrical cables or similar in the
surface of the lawn. Always run the machine
around these objects. never intentionally run the
machine over foreign objects.
• ensure that all guard plates and protective
shields are in place and intact when using the
machine. ensure that all protective devices are in
place when the machine is in use.
• remove loose clothing or jewelry and secure long
hair that can catch in moving machine parts.
• Wear protective shoes or boots. It is
recommended that the footwear have anti-slip
with steel toes. never use the machine when
barefoot.
• Wear approved ear-protection when running the
machine. Ask your dealer about approved ear-
protection.
• observe all safety instructions; otherwise you may
injure yourself or others around you.
• make sure that the machine is in serviceable
condition prior to use.
• Stop the engine and wait until all machine
movement comes to a standstill before service,
adjustment or cleaning.
• do not run the engine in poorly ventilated spaces.
• Avoid slopes that are too steep to use the
machine safely.
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Always use approved protective clothing
and approved protective equipment
when using the machine. Protective
clothing and protective equipment
cannot eliminate the risk of accidents,
but wearing proper clothing and the
correct equipment will reduce the degree
of injury should an accident occur. Ask
your dealer about approved protective
clothing and approved protective
equipment recommended by Husqvarna.
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