Machine's Safety Equipment - Husqvarna LB448S Manuel D'utilisation

Basic mowing technique
WARNING! Make sure that your hands
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and feet do not come near the cutting
attachment when the engine is running.
General
• Mowing slopes can be dangerous. Do not use the
lawn mower on very steep slopes.
• The lawn mower should not be used on inclines
greater than 15 degrees. Inclines that are too great
can result in fuel leakage
• On sloping ground you should work along the slope. It
is much easier to work along a slope than it is to work
up and down it.
• Branches, twigs, stones, etc. should be removed from
the lawn before you start to mow.
• Never lift up the lawn mower or carry it around when
the engine is running. If you must lift the lawn mower,
first switch off the engine and disconnect the ignition
lead from the spark plug.
• Make sure the cutter does not hit foreign objects such
as stones, roots or the like. This can make the cutter
dull and bend the engine shaft. A bent axle gives
imbalance and heavy vibration, which results in a
great risk of the cutter becoming loose.
If any foreign object is hit or if vibrations occur stop the
machine immediately. Disconnect the HT lead from
the spark plug. Check that the machine is not
damaged. Repair any damage.
• Never mow more than 1/3 of the length of the grass.
This especially applies during dry periods. Mow first
with the cutting height set high. Then check the result
and lower to an appropriate height. If the grass is
really long, drive slowly and mow twice if necessary.
• Never run with the machine when it is running. You
should always walk with the lawn mower.
• Do not mow the lawn while walking backwards.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Machine's safety equipment

This section describes the machine's safety equipment,
its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be
carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the
"What is what?" section to locate where this equipment is
positioned on your machine.
WARNING! Never use a machine with
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faulty safety equipment. The machine's
safety equipment must be checked and
maintained as described in this section.
If your machine fails any of these checks
contact your service agent to get it
repaired.
WARNING! Never use a machine that has
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faulty safety equipment! Carry out the
inspection, maintenance and service
routines listed in this section.
Cutting cover and protective cover
The cutting cover is designed to reduce vibration and to
reduce the risk of cuts. Make sure the cutting cover is not
damaged and that there are no visible defects such as
cracks.
The protective cover is designed to reduce the risk of
crush injuries and to catch a broken drive belt. Check that
the protective cover is undamaged and that it is properly
secured.
Engine brake handle
The engine brake is designed to stop the engine. When
the grip on the engine brake handle is released the engine
should stop.
Check the engine brake as follows:
Apply full throttle and then release the brake handle. The
engine should stop and the drive should disengage.
The engine brake should always be adjusted so that the
engine stops within 3 seconds.