Spark Plug; Cleaning The Air Filter; Caring For Your Lawnmower - Husqvarna GX560 Operator's Manual

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An oily or carboned spark plug makes starting diffi-
cult and decreases the efficiency of the engine.
Periodically remove the spark plug and clean and
adjust when necessary.
Never run the engine without a filter or with a dirty filter. This will
greatly reduce engine efficiency and lead to engine damage.
Your lawnmower is fitted with an Air Cleaner, the mainte-
nance for which is as follows:-
• Check the filter before each use.
• Clean every 25 hrs or more frequently when used
in dusty areas.
• Replace filter every 200 hrs.
1. Press the latch tabs on the top of the air cleaner
cover and remove the cover.
2. Check the filter is clean and in good condition.
If the filter is dirty:-
Tap the air filter several times on a hard surface to
remove dirt, or blow compressed air through the air filter
from the clean side that faces the engine. Never try to
brush off dirt. Brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
3. Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body and cover using a
moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the
air duct that leads to the carburetor.
4. Replace the filter and air cleaner cover.
If you do not intend to use your lawnmower for
long periods it is advisable to follow this proce-
dure after use:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Fully close the fuel tap. (K)
3. Restart the engine.
4. As fuel runs out the engine will begin to stop, tilt
the lawnmower slightly.
5. Once the engine has stopped, release the
Operator Presence Control.
6. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
7. Remove all fuel from the fuel tank.
Cleaning - USE GLOVES
• Keep your lawnmower clean - grass clippings
left in any of the air intakes, around the
engine or under the deck could become a
potential fire hazard.
• Do not clean with chemicals, including petrol, or
solvents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.
1. Remove grass from under the deck with a piece
of wood or similar.
2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from
around the engine and from all air intakes.
3. Remove the fan, See 'Removing and Fitting
the Blade and Fan', and clean with a soft brush.
4. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a
dry cloth.
Transporting your Lawnmower
• Turn the fuel tap to the off position and transport
with the engine in a horizontal position.
• Never transport the lawnmower when it is run-
ning.

Spark Plug

Cleaning the Air Filter

Caring for your Lawnmower

Gap setting 0.028 - 0.031".
Do not remove spark plug when engine is hot. Do
not sand blast the spark plug to clean it.
S
Air Cleaner Body
Air Duct
Storing Your Lawnmower
Turn the fuel tap to the off position and store in a
cool, dry, damp-proof and safe place with the
engine in a horizontal position. Service your lawn-
mower after the last cut of the year as follows:-
At the end of the Mowing Season
1. Stop the engine.
2. Fully close the fuel tap. (K)
3. Restart the engine.
4. As fuel runs out the engine will begin to stop, tilt
the lawnmower slightly.
5. Once the engine has stopped, release the
Operator Presence Control.
6. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
7. Remove all fuel from the fuel tank.
8. Remove the spark plug lead and spark plug. Pour
one teaspoon (5ml) of oil through the spark plug
hole. Pull the starting handle 2 or 3 times. This will
distribute oil on the internal surfaces of the engine.
Inspect, clean and replace the spark plug. If a new
spark plug is required contact your local approved
Electrolux Outdoor Products Service Centre/Dealer.
Do not re-connect the spark plug lead.
9. Clean the air filter. See 'Cleaning the Air Filter'.
10. Renew the blade if it is cracked, damaged or
bent. Renew the blade bolt if necessary. See
'Removing and Fitting the Blade and Fan' for
complete instructions.
11. Use only genuine Flymo parts and accessories
specified for this product.
12. Clean your lawnmower thoroughly See 'Cleaning'.
13. Your local approved Electrolux Outdoor
Products Service Centre/Dealer will carry out
any service or repairs required.
14. Store your lawnmower in a cool, dry, damp-proof
and safe place.
Filter
Air Cleaner
Cover
Latch Tabs