Husqvarna PZ 72 - Comprehensive Safety Instructions; General Operation Safety Precautions

SAFETY
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Safety Instructions
These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING
OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
General Operation
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on
the machine and in the manual before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or
under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar
with the instructions, to operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,
wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown
by the blades.
• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before
operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the
area.
• Never carry passengers. The machine is only
intended for use by one person.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before
and while backing.
• Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back
toward the operator. Stop the blades when
crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate machine without the entire
grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety
devices in place and working
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running machine unattended.
Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop
engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
• Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut
off engine and wait for all parts to come to a
complete stop before cleaning the machine,
removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the
discharge guard.
• Operate machine only in daylight or good
artificial light.
• Do not operate the machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
WARNING!
This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. It
concerns your safety.
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Read the operator’s manual before starting the machine
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Clear the area of objects before mowing