P Ersonal Protection; General Safety Precautions; Safety Instr Uctions; Fuel Safety - Husqvarna WB48S Manuel D'utilisation

P ersonal protection

W ARNING! You must use personal protection
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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 saf ety 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.
W ARNING! Running an engine in a confined
!
or badly ventilated area can result in death
due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide
poisoning.
WARNING! The ignition system of this
!
machine produces an electromagnetic field
during operation. This field may under some
circumstances interfere with pacemakers. To
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we
recommend persons with pacemakers to
consult their physician and the pacemaker
manufacturer before operating this machine.
• You must use personal protection whenever you use the
machine. See the instructions under the heading Personal
protection.
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SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS

• 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 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 heading Maintenance.
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.
Star ting
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 saf ety
(Refuelling/Stor age.)
WARNING! Fuel and fuel vapour are highly
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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.