Husqvarna W520 Manuel D'utilisation page 9

Operation
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• For gasoline engine products: Only operate the
engine in well ventilated areas. Exhaust gases
contain carbon monoxide, a deadly poison.
• Only operate the product in daylight or in good
artificial light.
• Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
hazards. Uneven terrain could overturn the product,
or cause the operator to lose their balance or footing.
• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under
the product. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
all times.
• Do not direct discharge material toward anyone.
Avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the
operator. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
surfaces.
• Do not leave a running product unattended. Always
park on level ground, disengage the attachment, set
parking brake, and stop the engine/motor.
• Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before and
while reversing.
Children specific instructions
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert
to the presence of children. Children are often
attracted to the product and the mowing activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
• Keep children out of the operating area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
the operator.
Slope specific instructions
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
WARNING:
related to accidents. Operation on slopes
requires extra caution.
• Travel in the manufacturer recommended direction
on slopes. Use caution while operating near drop
offs.
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Slopes are a major factor
• Avoid mowing wet grass. Poor footing could cause a
slip and fall accident.
• Do not operate product under any condition where
traction, steering, or stability is in question. Tires
could slide even if the wheels are stopped.
• Always keep the product in gear when going down
slopes. Do not coast downhill.
• Avoid starting and stopping on slopes. Avoid making
sudden changes in speed or direction. Make turns
slowly and gradually.
• Use extra care while operating product with a grass
catcher or other attachment(s). They can affect the
stability of the product.
Fire and Fuel specific information (for
gasoline engine products)
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
• Use only an approved fuel container.
• Do not remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running or while hot.
• Do not refuel indoors or in enclosed spaces.
• Do not store the product or fuel container, or refuel,
where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light
such as on a water heater or other appliance.
• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel
vapors have dissipated.
• To help prevent fires: keep product free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build up; clean up oil or fuel
spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris; allow
product to cool before storing.
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
Hauling
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Use full width ramps for loading and unloading a
product for transport.
Service
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Keep product in good working order. Replace worn
or damaged parts.
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