Husqvarna TC 450 Workshop Manual page 416

NOTES FOR USA/CDN- AUS MODELS
SPARK ARRESTER
The TE (USA)/TXC/SMR models are equipped with a U.S. Forest
Service approved spark arrester for maximum efficienty and per-
formance.
"SPARK ARRESTER" MAINTENANCE AND CLEANOUT IN-
STRUCTIONS
Proceed as follows:
- TE/TXC
A: First turn counterclockwise fastening rear pin (1) then remove
saddle, loosen the screws (2) with a 8 mm T-shaped spanner and
remove the L.H. side panel (3). Using an 8 mm T-shaped spanner on
the outside and a 10 mm T-shaped spanner on the inside, remove
the locking screw (4) of the muffler.
B: Remove the spring (5) and, with an 8 mm T-shaped spanner,
remove the screw (8); then pull out the muffler.
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Note*: If silencer or exhaust are difficult to remove, help to slide
them apart by tapping gently with a rubber or plastic hammer.
C: remove the six rivets (6), clamp and the endcap (7) from silencer's
body;
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Z.4 Part. N. 8000 H1344 (10-2009)