Husqvarna TS142L Owner Manual - Page 7
Safety instructions for operation, WARNING
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• Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute. • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extreme caution when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Always wear eye protection when operating machine. • Use ear protectors to avoid damage to hearing. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust/ engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before storage. Safety instructions for operation Personal protective equipment WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product. • Use approved personal protective equipment when you use the product. Personal protective equipment cannot fully prevent injury but it decreases the degree of injury if an accident does occur. Let your dealer help you select the right equipment. • Always wear approved hearing protection. Long term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. • Always wear protective shoes or protective boots. Steel toes are recommended. Do not use the product barefoot. • Wear gloves when necessary, for example when you attach, examine or clean the cutting equipment. • Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, jewelry or other items that can get caught in moving parts. • Keep first aid equipment and fire extinguisher close at hand. Safety devices on the product WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product. • Do not use a product with defective safety devices. Do a check of the safety devices regularly. If the safety devices are defective, speak to your Husqvarna service agent. • Do not make modifications on safety devices. Do not use the product if protective plates, protective covers, safety switches or other protective devices are not attached or are defective. To do a check of the operator presence control (OPC) WARNING: Do not operate the product if the operator presence control (OPC) is defective. If the OPC is defective, repair it immediately. Speak to an approved service agent. • Make sure that the engine cannot start unless the brake pedal is pushed down fully and the cutting deck is disengaged. • Make sure that the engine stops when the operator goes away from the seat when the parking brake is disengaged. • Make sure that the engine stops when the operator goes away from the seat when the cutting deck is engaged. • Make sure that the clutch control for the cutting deck cannot operate when the operator is away from the seat. To do a check of the reverse operation system (ROS) If the reverse operation system does not operate correctly, repair the product immediately. Speak to an approved service agent. 1. Start the product. Refer to To start the product on page 12. 2. Engage the cutting deck. Refer to To engage and disengage the cutting deck on page 16. 1958 - 002 - 12.10.2022 7