9. Clean all components with an applicable solvent and
lubricate all components.
10. Apply water-repellent grease on the shaft. (Fig. 44)
Air filter
Note:
An air filter that is used for a long time
cannot be fully cleaned. Replace the air filter at regular
intervals. Always replace a damaged air filter.
To examine the spark plug
CAUTION:
recommended spark plug type. Incorrect
spark plug type can cause damage to the
product.
•
Examine the spark plug if the engine is low on
power, is not easy to start or does not operate
correctly at idle speed.
•
To decrease the risk of unwanted material on the
spark plug electrodes, obey these instructions:
a) Make sure that the idle speed is correctly
adjusted.
b) Make sure that the fuel mixture is correct.
c) Make sure that the air filter is clean.
•
If the spark plug is dirty, clean it and make sure that
the electrode gap is correct, refer to
on page 16 . (Fig. 45)
•
Replace the spark plug if it is necessary.
To examine the fuel system
•
Examine the fuel tank cap and the seal for the fuel
tank cap to make sure that there are no damages.
•
Examine the fuel hose to make sure that there are
no leaks. If the fuel hose is damaged, let a service
agent replace it.
To do a check of the oil level
CAUTION:
damage to the engine. Do a check of the oil
level before you start the product.
If you cannot find a solution to your problems in this
manual, speak to your Husqvarna service agent.
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Always use the
Technical data
A too low oil level can do
Troubleshooting
1. Put the product on level ground.
2. Remove the oil tank cap with the attached dipstick.
3. Clean the oil from the dipstick.
4. Put the dipstick fully into the oil tank to give a correct
picture of the oil level.
5. Remove the dipstick.
6. Examine the oil level on the dipstick.
7. If the oil level is low, fill with engine oil and do a
check of the oil level again.
To replace the engine oil
WARNING:
directly after the engine is stopped. Let the
engine become cool before you drain the
engine oil. If you spill engine oil on your skin,
clean with soap and water.
(Fig. 46)
1. Remove the ignition cable from the spark plug.
2. Remove the oil tank cap.
3. Drain the engine oil.
a) For models with an oil drain plug: Put a container
below the oil drain plug, to collect the engine oil
in.
b) For models without an oil drain plug or if it is not
possible to put a container below the oil drain
plug: Use an oil pump (accessory) to drain the
engine oil from the oil tank.
4. Fill with new engine oil of the type recommended in
Technical data on page 16 .
5. Do a check of the oil level. Refer to
the oil level on page 15 .
Engine oil is very hot
To do a check of
15