Husqvarna Z560LS Owner Manual - Page 8

• Travel in the manufacturer recommended direction on slopes. Use caution while operating near dropoffs. • Avoid mowing wet grass. The tires can lose traction. • 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. • To cut grass on slopes increases the risk that you can not control the product and that it overturns. This can cause injury or death. It is necessary to cut the grass carefully on all slopes. If you cannot reverse up a slope or if you do not feel safe, do not cut it. • Remove stones, branches and other obstacles. • Cut the grass on the slope up and down, not from side to side. • Do not operate the product on ground that slopes more than 10°. • Move smoothly and slowly on slopes. • Look out for and do not move across furrows, holes and bumps. There is a higher risk that the product overturns on ground that is not flat. Long grass can hide obstacles. • Do not cut grass near edges, ditches or banks. The product can suddenly overturn if a wheel moves across the edge of a steep slope or a ditch, or if an edge gives way. Safety instructions for operation on slopes • The ROPS is an integral and effective safety device. Do not remove or alter the ROPS. • Keep a folding ROPS in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt when operating the product. • Lower a folding ROPS temporarily only when absolutely necessary. Do not wear the seat belt when folded down. There is no rollover protection when a folding ROPS is in the down position. • Replace a damaged ROPS. Do not repair or alter. 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. Malfunction indicator light The malfunction indicator light (MIL) shows the operator if there is a problem with the engine. Refer to the operator's manual for the engine. 8 2060 - 001 - 07.02.2023