Husqvarna W520 Owner Manual - Page 9

Operation WARNING: Read the 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: Read the 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: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product. WARNING: Slopes are a major factor related to accidents. Operation on slopes requires extra caution. • Travel in the manufacturer recommended direction on slopes. Use caution while operating near drop offs. • 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: Read the 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: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product. • Use full width ramps for loading and unloading a product for transport. Service WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product. • Keep product in good working order. Replace worn or damaged parts. 1500 - 005 - 23.09.2020 9