Safety Instructions; Personal Protection; General Safety Precautions - Husqvarna WB48S Operator's Manual

Personal protection

WARNING! You must use personal
!
protection whenever you use the
machine.
• Gloves must be worn when required, for example
when fitting, inspecting or cleaning cutting
attachments.
• Always wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear shorts,
sandals or go barefoot.
• Wear sturdy, non-slip boots or shoes.
Generally clothes should be close-fitting without
restricting your freedom of movement.

General safety precautions

• A lawn mower is only designed to mow lawns. The
only accessories you can use with this engine unit are
the cutters we recommend in the Technical data
chapter.
• Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have
drunk alcohol, or if you are taking medication that
could affect your vision, your judgement or your co-
ordination.
WARNING! Running an engine in a
!
confined or badly ventilated area can
result in death due to asphyxiation or
carbon monoxide poisoning.
WARNING! This machine produces an
!
electromagnetic field during operation.
This field may under some
circumstances interfere with active or
passive medical implants. To reduce the
risk of serious or fatal injury, we
recommend persons with medical
implants to consult their physician and
the medical implant manufacturer before
operating this machine.
• You must use personal protection whenever you use
the machine. See the instructions under the heading
Personal protection.
• Never use a machine that has been modified in any
way from its original specification. Only use original
spare parts.
• Never use any accessories other than those
recommended in this manual. See instructions under
the headings Cutting equipment and Technical data.
• Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the safety
checks, maintenance and service instructions
described in this manual. Some maintenance and
service measures must be carried out by trained and
qualified specialists. See instructions under the
Maintenance heading.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Bef ore use:
1 Check that the engine brake works correctly and is
undamaged. See the instructions under the heading
Checking the braking effect.
2 Check that all handles and controls are undamaged
and free of oil.
3 Check that the anti vibration system works and is not
damaged.
4 Check that the muffler is securely attached and not
damaged.
5 Check that all parts of the lawn mower are tightened
correctly and that they are not damaged or missing.
6 Check that the cutter is undamaged and not cracked.
Replace the cutter if necessary.
7 Clean the air filter. Replace if necessary.
Starting
WARNING! Long-term inhalation of the
!
engine's exhaust fumes can represent a
health hazard.
• Never start a lawn mower unless the cutters and all
covers are fitted correctly.
• Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can
be dangerous if inhaled.
• Observe your surroundings and make sure that there
is no risk of people or animals coming into contact
with the cutting equipment.
• Place the lawn mower on firm, flat surface and start it.
Make sure that the cutter cannot come into contact
with the ground or other objects.
• Never twist the starter cord around your hand.
See the instructions under the heading Start and stop.
Fuel safety
(Refuelling/Storage.)
WARNING! Fuel and fuel vapour are
!
highly inflammable. Take care when
handling fuel and engine oil. Bear in
mind the risk of fire, explosion and
inhaling fumes.
• Never refuel the machine while the engine is running.
• Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when
refuelling and filling oil.
• Move the machine at least 3 m from the refuelling
point before starting it.
• Never start the machine:
1If you have spilt fuel or engine oil on the machine.
Wipe off the spill and allow the remaining fuel to
evaporate.