Husqvarna Rider 213C Operator's Manual page 16

• Do not point the water at electrical components or
bearings. Detergent usually increases the damage.
• To clean the cutting deck, put it in the servicing
position and hose it down with water.
• When the product is clean, start the cutting deck for
a short period to blow off remaining water.
To clean the engine and the muffler
Keep the engine and muffler free from grass cuttings
and dirt. Grass cuttings soaked in fuel or oil on the
engine can increase the fire risk and the risk that the
engine becomes too hot. Let the engine cool before it is
cleaned. Clean with water and a brush.
Grass cuttings around the muffler dry quickly and are a
fire risk. Use a brush or remove the grass cuttings with
water when the muffler is cold.
To clean the cold air intake of the
engine
WARNING: Stop the engine. The cold air
intake rotates and can cause injury to your
fingers.
• Make sure that the intake grille on the engine cover
is not blocked. Remove grass and dirt with a
brush.Make sure that the engine cold air intake is not
blocked. Remove grass and dirt with a brush.
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• Open the engine cover. Make sure that the engine
cold air intake is not blocked. Remove grass and dirt
with a brush.
• Examine the air duct, found on the inner surface of
the engine cover. Make sure that the air duct is clean
and does not rub against the cold air intake.
To remove the covers
To remove the engine cover
1. Fold the seat forward.
2. Release the clip on the engine cover with the tool
attached to the ignition key.
3. Fold the engine cover rearward.
To remove the front cover
1. Release the clip on the front cover with the tool
attached to the ignition key.
2. Lift off the front cover.
To remove the right fender
1. Turn the knob on the reverse pedal (A) to remove it.
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