To do a check of the muffler
• Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it
is attached correctly and not damaged.
Spark arrestor
This product has an internal-combustion engine. Do
not use the product near vegetation without a spark
arrestor that is approved by local or state laws.
Federal laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through
your approved Husqvarna dealer.
Protective covers
Missing or damaged protective covers increase the
risk of injury on moving parts and hot surfaces. Do
a check of the protective covers before you operate
the product. Make sure that the protective covers are
correctly attached and do not have cracks or other
damages. Replace damaged covers.
Fuel safety
WARNING:
Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use
the product.
WARNING:
Be careful with fuel. It
is very flammable, and can cause injury
and damage to property.
• 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.
• Gasoline and gasoline fumes are poisonous
and very flammable. Be careful with gasoline to
prevent injury or fire.
• Let the engine become cool before you refuel.
• Do not fill fuel near sparks or naked flames.
• If there are leaks in the fuel system, do not start
the engine until the leaks are repaired.
• Do not fill above recommended fuel level. The
heat from the engine and the sun makes the fuel
expand and the fuel overflows if the tank is filled
too much.
• Store the product and fuel in such a way that
there is no risk that fuel leaks or fumes can
cause damage.
Transport safety
• Use an approved transport vehicle for
transportation of the product.
• A markets national or local regulations can set
limit to the transportation of the product.
• The operator of the transport vehicle is
responsible to attach the product safely during
transport.
Hauling
• Use full width ramps for loading and unloading a
product for transport.
Towing safety
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for
weight limits for towed equipment and towing on
slopes.
• Only use tow equipment approved by
Husqvarna.
• Use the tow bar to attach the equipment.
• Make sure that no other persons are near the
product when you tow equipment.
• Do not let children or others in or on the towed
equipment.
• Do not tow on slopes or rough ground. The
weight of the towed equipment can cause loss
of traction and loss of control.
Battery safety
WARNING:
A damaged battery can
cause an explosion and cause injury.
If the battery has a deformation or
is damaged, speak to an approved
Husqvarna service agent.
WARNING:
Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use
the product.
• Use protective glasses when you are near
batteries.
• Do not wear watches, jewelry or other metal
objects near the battery.
• Keep the battery out of reach for children.
• Charge the battery in a space with good airflow.
• Keep flammable materials at a minimum
clearance of 1 m when you charge the battery.
• Discard replaced batteries. See
Disposal on
page 25
.
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