User manual HUSQVARNA H348SL

[. . . ] SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. €¢ Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. €¢ Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. [. . . ] Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. €¢ Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances. €¢ Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle when filling. €¢ Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. €¢ Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. €¢ Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. €¢ Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. €¢ If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the • • • • • • • • • • • • • Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine. Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator. Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. it has been designed , engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department. They have competent, well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your Grass Catcher properly. Compare the illustrations with the carton contents to familiarize yourself with the parts before starting the assembly. [. . . ] €¢ Disengage blades and stop engine before leaving tractor seat to empty containers, unclogging chutes, etc. €¢ Disengage mower when crossing driveways or gravel surfaces and other areas where thrown objects could be a hazard. €¢ Do not attempt to vacuum up cans or other potentially hazardous projectiles. 8 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. [. . . ]