Husqvarna 967953803-00 Operator's Manual

4INTRODUCTIONCongratulationsThank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on mower. This machine is built for superiorefficiency to rapidly mow primarily large areas.A control panel easily accessible to the operatorand a hydrostatic transmission regulated bysteering controls both contribute to the machine’sperformance.This manual is a valuable document. Read thecontents carefully before using or servicing themachine. The following of instructions (use,service, maintenance) by all who operate thismachine is important for the safety of the operatorand others. It can also considerably increase thelife span of the machine and increase its resalevalue.If you sell your machine, be sure to give theoperator manual to the new owner.The final chapter of this operator manual providesa Service Journal. Make sure that service andrepair work are documented. A correctly keptservice journal reduces service costs for themaintenance and affects the machine’s resalevalue. Please contact your dealer for moreinformation. Take the operator manual alongwhen the machine is taken to your dealer forservice.GeneralIn this operator manual, left and right, backwardand forward are used in relation to the machine’susual driving direction.Continuous dedication to improve our productsrequire that specifications and design are subjectto change without notice.Driving and Transport on Public RoadsCheck applicable road traffic regulations beforetransporting on public roads. If the machine istransported, you must always use approvedfastening equipment and make sure that themachine is correctly attached. DO NOT operatethis machine on public roadways.TowingIf machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use muchmore caution when towing. Do not let children orothers in or on the towed equipment. Make wideturns to avoid jack-knifing. Travel slowly and leavemore distance to stop.Do not tow on sloped ground. The weight of thetowed equipment may cause loss of traction andloss of control.Follow the manufacturer's recommendation forweight limits for towed equipment. Do not townear ditches, canals, and other hazards.OperatingThis machine is constructed only for mowinggrass on lawns and even ground withoutobstacles such as stones, tree stumps, etc. Themachine can also be used for other tasks whenequipped with special accessories provided bythe manufacturer. Operating instructions for theaccessories are provided with delivery. All othertypes of uses are incorrect. The manufacturer’sdirections concerning operation, maintenance,and repairs must be carefully followed.Lawn mowers and all power equipment, canbe potentially dangerous if used improperly.Safety requires good judgment, careful use inaccordance with these instructions and commonsense.The machine must only be operated, maintained,and repaired by persons familiar with themachine’s special characteristics and who arealso knowledgeable about the safety instructions.Use only approved repair parts to maintain thismachine.Accident prevention regulations, other generalsafety regulations, occupational safety rules, andtraffic regulations must be followed without fail.Unauthorized modifications to the design of themachine may absolve the manufacturer fromliability for resulting personal injury or propertydamage.