Husqvarna WH3616, Operator'S Manual

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WARNING!
The engine must not be started when
the protective plate for the mower
deck’s drive belt is removed.
WARNING!
Use protective glasses for
maintenance work.
General Maintenance
Never operate machine in a closed area. •
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the •
equipment is in safe working condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
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proper operation regularly.
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other
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debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel spillage and
remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to
cool before storing.
If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the
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machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Never make any adjustments or repairs with the
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engine running.
Check grass catcher components and the
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discharge guard frequently and replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts, when
necessary.
mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear
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gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
them.
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and
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service as required.
maintain or replace safety and instruction labels,
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as necessary.
Do not modify safety equipment. Check regularly
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to be sure it works properly. The machine must not
be used with defective or unmounted protective
plates, protective cowlings, safety switches, or
other protective devices.
Do not change the settings of governors and
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avoid running the engine with overly high engine
speeds. If you run the engine too fast, you risk
damaging the machine components.
Use protective goggles.
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ensure that the fuel filler cap is mounted tightly •
and no flammable substances are stored in an
open vessel.
Never use the machine indoors or in spaces
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lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes
contain carbon monoxide, an odorless,
poisonous, and lethal gas.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you run over or
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into anything. If necessary, make repairs before
starting.
The machine is tested and approved only with the
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equipment originally provided or recommended
by the manufacturer. Only use approved repair
parts for the machine.
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Never operate the machine in an enclosed space