Husqvarna W448 Operation Manual - Page 2

WARNING! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the unit. Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance. WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. IMPORTANT Refer to Engine Manual for correct type and grade of fuel. IMPORTANT To implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification. Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions. Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty. Do not modify or install non-standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer. Modifications to the unit may cause unsafe operations or damage the unit. WARNING! Improper assembly or adjustments cause serious injury. WARNING! Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. WARNING! Stop engine and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator's position. Delivery If you have purchased this product without complete assembly and instruction by your retailer, it is your responsibility to read and understand all assembly instructions. If you do not understand or have difficulty following the instructions, contact the nearest Husqvarna dealer for assistance. To locate the nearest Husqvarna dealer, go to www.husqvarna.com. Before Operating the Unit 1. Make sure all assembly has been properly completed. 2. Understand all safety precautions provided in the manuals. 3. Review control functions and operation of the unit. Do not operate the unit unless all controls function as described. 4. Review recommended lubrication, maintenance and adjustment instructions. Safety Decals The safety decals on the machine are visual reminders of the important safety information found in this manual. All messages found on the unit must be fully understood and carefully followed. Always replace missing or damaged safety decals. Replacement decals can be found in the parts manual for the machine and ordered from your dealer.