Husqvarna LC221FH Owner Manual - Page 9
Machine´s Safety Equipment
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MACHINE´S SAFETY EQUIPMENT General 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. WARNING! Never use a machine that ! has faulty safety equipment! If your machine fails any checks contact your service agent to get it repaired. Prevent unintentional starting by removing the ignition cable from the spark plug. Rear deflector The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of your mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the mower into the operator's mowing position. Operator presence control bar IMPORTANT! Federal regulations require an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury. Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control. The blade turns when the engine is running. The engine brake is designed to stop the engine. When the grip on the operator presence control bar is released the engine should stop. Checking the operator presence control bar • Start the engine and then release the operator presence control bar. The engine should stop. Inspecting the rear deflector • Make sure the rear deflector is not damaged and that there are no visible defects such as cracks, or broken springs that force the door closed. Replace the deflector or springs if damaged. Muffler WARNING! Never use a machine without ! a muffler, or with a faulty muffler. A damaged muffler may substantially increase the noise level and the fire hazard. Keep fire fighting equipment handy. The muffler gets very hot during and after use.This also applies during idling. Be aware of the fire hazard, especially when working near flammable substances and/or vapours. The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. Inspecting the muffler • Check regularly that the muffler is complete and secured correctly. English - 9