Husqvarna 525HF3S Operator's Manual page 13

CAUTION:
is frequently blocked it can be a sign that
performance of the catalytic converter is
decreased. Turn to your servicing dealer
to examine the muffler. A blocked spark
arrestor mesh will cause overheating and
result in damage to the cylinder and piston.
Cooling system
The product has a cooling system to keep the operation
temperature as low as possible.
Clean the components of the cooling system with a
brush weekly or more frequently in rougher conditions.
A dirty or blocked cooling system makes the product too
hot which causes damage to the piston and cylinder.
The cooling system has the following components:
1. Air intake on the starter.
2. Fins on the flywheel.
3. Cooling fins on the cylinder.
4. Cylinder cover.
5. Muffler cover.
6. Muffler plate.
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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.
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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 .
• Replace the spark plug if it is necessary.
Air filter
Remove dust and dirt from the air filter to keep it clean in
order to prevent:
• Carburettor malfunctions.
• Starting problems.
• Loss of engine power.
• Unnecessary wear to engine parts.
• Too much fuel consumption.
Clean the air filter at an interval of 25 hours, or more
regularly if conditions are unusually dusty.
To clean the air filter
CAUTION:
very dirty or soaked with fuel must always be
replaced.
If you use an air filter for a long time it cannot be fully
cleaned. Replace the air filter with a new one at regular
intervals.
1. Move the choke lever up, to close the choke valve.
Technical data
A air filter that is damaged,
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