FUEL HANDLING
Fuel
WARNING! Always ensure there is adequate
!ventilation when handling fuel.
Petrol
•Use good quality unleaded or leaded petrol.
•Use fuel with a low octane grade.
•If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned.
Engine oil
Check the oil level before starting the lawn mower. A too low oil level can cause serious damage to the engine.
•For the best result and function use HUSQVARNA four- stroke oil.
•If HUSQVARNA
•Never use oil intended for
Check the oil level before starting the lawn mower. A too low oil level can cause serious damage to the engine.
Oil level
The lawn mower should stand on flat ground when you check the oil level. Ensure the ignition lead has been removed from the spark plug before you open the oil filler cap.
Unscrew the oil filler cap and check the oil level on the dipstick fitted to the cover.
The oil filler cap must be completely screwed down to give a correct picture of the oil level.
If the oil level is low, fill using engine oil up to the upper level on the dipstick.
Only use recommended engine oil. See the Technical data section.
Fuelling
WARNING! Taking the following precautions,
!will lessen the risk of fire:
Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel.
Always shut off the engine before refuelling.
When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess pressure is released gently.
Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.
Always move the machine away from the refuelling area before starting.
Always remove the ignition lead from the spark plug before refuelling.
Clean around the fuel cap. Clean the fuel and oil tank regularly. The fuel filter should be changed at least once a year. Contamination in the tanks causes malfunction.
Always move the machine about 3 metres from the refuelling position before starting.
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