Basic Working Techniques; Transport And Storage - Husqvarna LB 348V Manuel D'utilisation

Work area safety
• Branches, twigs, stones, etc. should be removed from the
lawn before you start to mow.
• Objects hitting against the cutting attachment could be
thrown and cause damage to people and objects. Keep
people and animals well away.
• Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense
fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in
bad weather is tiring and can lead to dangerous
conditions, e.g. slippery surfaces.
• Observe your surroundings to ensure that nothing can
affect your control of the machine.
• Beware of roots, stones, twigs, pits, ditches etc. Tall grass
can hide obstacles.
• 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.
• 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.
• Be careful when you are approaching hidden corners and
objects that could block your view.
Work safety
• A lawn mower is only designed to mow lawns. All other
use is forbidden.
• Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions
under the "Personal protective equipment" heading.
• Do not start a lawn mower unless the cutter and all covers
are fitted correctly. Otherwise the cutter could come loose
and cause personal injuries.
• 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.
• The brake handle must never be permanently anchored in
handle when the machine is running.
• 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.
• Always place yourself behind the machine. Allow all the
wheels to remain on the ground and keep both hands on
the handle when mowing. Keep your hands and feet away
from the rotating blades.
• Do not tilt the machine when the engine is running. Never
run with the machine when it is running. You should
always walk with the lawn mower.
• Pay particular attention when pulling the machine towards
you during work.
• 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.
• The engine should be switched off when moving over
ground that is not to be mowed. For example, gravel
paths, stone, shingle, asphalt, etc.
OPERATING
• Never run with the machine when it is running. You should
always walk with the lawn mower.
• Shut down the engine before changing the cutting height.
Never make adjustments with the engine running.
• Never leave the machine unsupervised with the motor
running. Turn off the motor. Ensure the cutting attachment
has stopped rotating.
• 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.

Basic working techniques

• Always cut with a sharp blade for optimal results. A dull
blade gives an uneven cut and the grass becomes yellow
on the surface of the cut.
• 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.
• Cut in different directions each time in order to avoid
stripes in the lawn.
• Before pulling the machine towards you, disengage the
drive and push the machine forward approx. 10 cm.
• Make sure to disengage the drive when approaching an
obstacle.

Transport and storage

• Secure the equipment during transportation in order to
avoid transport damage and accidents.
• Store the equipment in a lockable area so that it is out of
reach of children and unauthorized persons.
• Store the machine and its equipment in a dry and frost
proof place.
• For transport and storage of fuel, see the section "Fuel
handling".
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