Functional inspection
General inspection
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Check that nuts and screws are tightened.
Engine oil
CAUTION! Remember that oil can pose a
!
hazard to health and the environment.
Follow local regulations for disposal and
recycling.
For change of engine oil, read the operator's manual supplied
by the engine manufacturer.
Checking the engine's oil level.
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The engine must be placed in a horizontal position when
checking the oil level. Dismantle the blade or take other
measures to be able to tilt the machine so that the engine
is placed in a horizontal position.
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Check oil level and top up if necessary. The oil level must
never be below the lower mark on dipstick, see engine
manual.
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For the best result and function use HUSQVARNA engine
oil.
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When HUSQVARNA engine oil is not available another
high grade engine oil can be used. Use engine oil of
quality SAE 10W-30, class API, MS, SD, SE or higher.
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Never use oil intended for two-stroke engines.
Drive belt
NOTICE! Do not over-tension the drive belt.
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Check that drive belt is not damaged and is not visibly
defective.
Tensioning the drive belt
The tension of a new drive belt must be readjusted after one
or two tanks of fuel have been used.
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Loosen the beltguard screws. Remove the cover.
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Loosen the screws holding the engine in place.
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MAINTENANCE
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Turn the tension screw a quarter turn. the engine will be
pushed towards the rear, and the belt is tensioned.
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Make sure that the belt pulleys are parallel and aligned
with each other. Tighten the screws holding the engine
and then unscrew the tension screw 2 turns to prevent it
coming into contact with the engine block. Refit the belt
guard and tighten the screws holding the belt guard in
place.
Fuel system
General
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Check that the fuel cap and its seal are not damaged.
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Check the fuel hose. Replace if necessary.
Greasing
Blade shaft
Grease the blade shaft daily. Connect the grease gun
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and pump 3-5 strokes or until grease can be seen at the
edges. Only use DIN 51825 grease classification
K2K-30 or K3K-30.
Grease nipple for depth adjustment
system
Lubricate the grease nipples for setting of the cutting depth
daily.
Nut for feeding of cutting depth
Grease the feeding screw a couple of cm above and below
the nut and adjust the saw up and down a couple of times to
spread the grease.
Worn product
This machine has the prerequisites to last for many years.
This minimizes the machine's environmental impact. Perform
service and maintenance according to the instructions in this
manual. This way the engine will last longer and the
hazardous emissions are minimized.
When the machine is worn out it should be disposed of for
recycling or scrapping. Follow local regulations for disposal
and recycling.
Main materials
Engine
Aluminium (AL), Steel (AC), Copper (CU), Polyamide (PA).
Machine
Steel (AC), Fonte (FT), Aluminium (AL).