User manual HUSQVARNA YT130

[. . . ] Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using this machine. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. â· Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the instructions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. [. . . ] Full speed lies between these two positions. When the pedal is pushed down the brake is applied and the motor is disengaged. The gear box has positions forward, neutral and reverse. Gear changing can take place from neutral to top gear without stopping in each gear position. Stop the machine before changing from reverse to forward gear, or the opposite. Gear changing between the forward gears must not take place when the machine is in motion. Move the lever forwards to connect the drive to the cutting unit, whereby the drive belt is tensioned and the blades begin to rotate. If the lever is moved backwards the drive will be disconnected and the rotation of the blades slowed down by the action of the brake shoes on the pulley. Quick lifting/lowering of the cutting unit Pull the lever backwards to quickly lift the cutting unit when passing over irregularities in the lawn, etc. During transportation the cutting unit shall be in the highest position. to lower the unit: Pull the lever backwards (1). Push in the button (2) and then move the lever forwards (3). Ignition Lock There are three different positions for the ignition key: OFF All electric current broken. Never leave the key in the ignition lock when leaving the machine on its own. Press down the brake pedal to bottom position. Move the parking brake lever upwards and hold in this position. To release the parking brake all that is necessary is to push down the brake pedal. The engine should be run of pure (not oil mixed) unleaded petrol. Do not fill beyond the lower edge of the filling hole. Proceed with care and fill up with petrol outdoors. Do not smoke when filling with petrol or fill up when the engine is warm. Do not overfill the tank since the pertrol can expand and overflow. [. . . ] Check to see all bolts, nuts, and cotter pins are in place and secure. Keep tractor free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage or overheating. FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE As Needed Every 8 hours Every 25 hours Every 50 hours Every 100 hours Every 200 hours For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Distance "A" should be the same or within 6mm (1/4") of each other. [. . . ]