Husqvarna 226K Operator's Manual page 7

3. Make sure that the elements of the vibration
damping system are attached correctly.
To do a check of the muffler
WARNING: Do not operate the product
without a muffler or a defective muffler. A
defective muffler can increase the noise
level and the risk of fire.
WARNING: The mufflers become very hot
during and after operation, also at idle
speed.
WARNING: The inner surfaces of the muffler
contain chemicals that can cause cancer. Be
careful not to touch these elements if the
muffler is damaged.
The muffler keeps the noise levels to a minimum and
points the exhaust fumes away from the operator
1. Stop the engine.
2. Do a visual check for damage and deformation.
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3. Make sure that the muffler is correctly attached to
the product.
Fuel safety
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Do not mix the fuel indoor or near a heat source.
• Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine oil
on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel/oil and let
the product dry. Remove unwanted fuel from the
product.
• If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Do not get fuel on your body, it can cause injury. If
you get fuel on your body, use a soap and water to
remove the fuel.
• Do not start the engine if you spill oil or fuel on the
product or on your body.
• Do not start the product if the engine has a leak.
Examine the engine for leaks regularly.
• Be careful with fuel. Fuel is flammable and the fumes
are explosive and can cause injuries or death.
• Do not breathe in the fuel fumes, it can cause injury.
Make sure that there is a sufficient airflow.
• Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not put warm objects near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not add the fuel when the engine is on.
• Make sure that the engine is cool before you refuel.
• Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and
release the pressure carefully.
• Do not add fuel to the engine in an indoor area. Not
sufficient airflow can cause injury or death because
of asphyxiation or carbon monoxide.
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