General warnings, Caution, Danger – Husqvarna HUV 5420 DXR User Manual

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General Warnings

CAUTION

• A CAUTION without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could

result in property damage.

GENERAL WARNINGS

The following safety statements must be heeded whenever the vehicle is being operated, repaired, or serviced.
See Safety Decal and Feature Identification on page 4. Other specific safety statements appear throughout
this manual and on the vehicle.

DANGER

• Battery – Explosive gases! Do not smoke. Keep sparks and flames away from the vehicle and service

area. Ventilate when charging or operating vehicle in an enclosed area. Wear a full face shield and
rubber gloves when working on or near batteries.

• Diesel – Flammable! Explosive! Do not smoke. Keep sparks and flames away from the vehicle and

service area. Service only in a well-ventilated area.

• Do not operate engine in an enclosed area without proper ventilation. The engine produces carbon

monoxide, which is an odorless, deadly poison.

• The vehicle will not provide protection from lightning, flying objects, or other storm-related hazards. If

caught in a storm while driving a Husqvarna vehicle, exit the vehicle and seek shelter in accordance
with applicable safety guidelines for your location.

WARNING

• Follow the procedures exactly as stated in this manual, and heed all DANGER, WARNING, and

CAUTION statements in this manual as well as those on the vehicle.

• Do not leave children unattended on vehicle.

• Children requiring a child safety seat must not ride on the vehicle. Comply with state and local laws

pertaining to child safety.

• The driver and passenger must be restrained at all times with the seat belts provided to help prevent

injury in the event of sudden braking, collision, or roll-over.

• No more than one person per bucket seat at one time. No more than two persons per bench seat at

one time. Do not allow people to ride in any part of the vehicle that is not equipped with a seat and a
seat belt. Do not allow a passenger to hold a child in his or her lap while the vehicle is moving.

• Prior to leaving the vehicle unattended or servicing the vehicle set the park brake, place the

Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position, turn the key switch to the OFF position, and remove
the key. Chock the wheels when servicing the vehicle.

• Improper use of the vehicle or failure to properly maintain it could result in decreased vehicle

performance, severe personal injury, or death.

• Any modification or change to the vehicle that affects the stability or handling of the vehicle, or

increases maximum vehicle speed beyond factory specifications, could result in severe personal
injury or death.

• Check the vehicle for proper location of all vehicle safety and operation decals and make sure they are

in place and are easy to read.

• For vehicles with cargo beds, remove all cargo before raising the bed or servicing the vehicle. If the

vehicle is equipped with a prop rod, ensure that it is securely engaged while bed is raised. Do not
close bed until all persons are clear of cargo bed area. Keep hands clear of all crush areas. Do not

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