Husqvarna HVT40 manual Fuel Mixture, Starting Stopping, HOW to CUT

HOW TO USE YOUR TRIMMER

FUEL MIXTURE

To operate the engine, you will need the following:-

1.A clean, high quality 2 cycle oil. Tecumseh specially formulated oil is available at any Authorised Tecumseh Service Outlet. Order as part number 730227.

Do not use multi-viscosity oils.

Disregard mix ratio instructions on oil contain- ers if instructions conflict with fuel mix chart below.

Fuel Mix Chart		Mixture 24:1
	U.S.	S.1. (Metric)
Gas	Oil to be added	Petrol	Oil to be added
1 Gal.	5 oz.	4 Liters
				167 ml

2 Gal. 11 oz. 8 Liters 333 ml

5 Gal. 27 oz. 20 Liters 833 ml

2. Move switch to ‘start’ position.

STOP - STOPSTART -

USING THE ENGINE PRIMER

When starting the trimmer for the first time or after running the fuel tank dry, press the primer 15-20 times (fig 1), to establish the fuel supply to the carburettor.

NOTE: IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AFTER 3 PULLS, PRESS THE PRIMER A FURTHER 3-5 TIMES AND FOLLOW STEP 3.

Only when engine is running should the trimmer be gently lowered to the horizontal floating position. Always allow the engine to warm up for a minute or two before trimming.

STOPPING

1.Move start/stop switch to 'stop' position.

2.As the engine dies, tilt the trimmer to one side. This prevents a ring being cut in your lawn.

3.When the engine has stopped, lower the trimmer onto the ground.

4.Put the handle in the Parking position.

2.A fresh, clean, unleaded regular automotive gasoline. (Leaded regular and unleaded or leaded premium grades of gaso- line are acceptable substitutes.)

Note:Do not use gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol). Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol or grain alcohol (“Gasohol”) may be used but requires special care when engine is unused for extended periods.

Do not attempt to mix oil and gasoline in the engines own fuel tank.

Ensure that the fuelinboththe fuelmixture container and the engines fuel tank are thoroughly mixed before use.

Do not fill the fuel tank in an enclosed area, when the engine ishotorwhileyouaresmok- ing.

Thoroughly clean around the fuel tank filler cap before filling, this will help to prevent dirt being introduced into the fuel system.

Do not fill the tank while the engine is running.

Fill the fuel tank through a funnel fitted with a fine filter.

Never fill fuel tank completely. Fill tank to 1/ 2” below bottom of filler neck to provide for fuel expansion.

Fuel should be stored in a cool place away from naked flames.

Your carburettor is pre-set. Normally no further adjustment is required.

STARTING AND

STOPPING

COLD START - if the engine is cold and there is fuel in the tank.

Press the primer 8 to 10 times (fig 1).

Fig. 1

WARM START - if the engine is warm and there is fuel in tank - DO NOT USE THE PRIMER.

If the engine has run out of fuel, refill the tank and press the primer 8-10 times

Fig. 2

HOW TO CUT

TOUGH AND HIGH GRASS

Before cutting, particularly in long grass, examine the ground and remove stones etc. If grass is particularly tough, go slowly in order to keep the engine revs up.

USING THE TRIMMER ON SLOPES

Exercise extreme caution while using this trimmer on slopes.

A slope is defined as uneven terrain on which you, the operator, are unable to maintain your feet firmly on level ground in order to use the trimmer.

Do not use this trimmer on slopes which are wet or too steep to maintain a firm footing

Always use heavy shoes when using this trimmer.

Never push the trimmer up the slope.

Always keep the trimmer below you on the slope.

COMPLETION OF TRIMMING

Having completed the trimming, stop the engine.

STARTING

1. Connect spark plug lead.

3.Place your left foot on the deck and grasp the far arm of the handle with your left hand. Tilt the trimmer towards you. (See Fig 2) Pull the starting handle gently until you feel compression. Let the starting handle return slowly. Firmly pull the handle the full length, when the engine should start; if not, repeat the above procedure.

As soon as the engine begins to fade, tilt the trimmer.

Disconnect the spark plug.

Cleaning Trimmer:- Remove grass adhering to the underside of deck. A clean machine will always work better and last longer than a dirty one.