Troubleshooting - Husqvarna 524LK Operator's Manual

Maintenance
Clean the cooling system.
Examine the starter and the starter rope for damages.
Examine the vibration damping elements for damages and cracks.
Clean the outside of the spark plug. Remove it and do a check of the electrode
gap. Adjust the gap to the correct distance (see,
page 18 ) or replace the spark plug. Make sure that the spark plug is fitted with a
suppressor.
Clean the outside of the carburettor and the space around it.
Do a check of the bevel gear to make sure that it is filled three-quarters with with
lubricant. Use special grease to fill if neccessary.
Clean or replace the spark arrestor mesh on the muffler (only applies to mufflers
without a catalytic converter).
Do a check of the fuel filter for contamination and the fuel hose for cracks or oth-
er defects. Replace if neccessary.
Do a check of all cables and connections.
Do a check of the clutch, clutch springs and the clutch drum for wear. Replace if
neccessary by an autorized service workshop.
Replace the spark plug. Make sure that the spark plug is fitted with a suppres-
sor.
Check and clean the spark arrestor mesh on the muffler (only applies to mufflers
without a catalytic converter).
The engine does not start
Check
Stop switch.
Starter pawls.
Fuel tank.
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Troubleshooting

Possible cause
The stop switch is in the stop position.
The starter pawls cannot move freely.
Incorrect fuel type.
To examine the spark plug on
Procedure
Set the stop switch to the start position.
Remove the starter cover and clean around
the starter pawls.
Let an approved service agent help you.
Drain the fuel tank and fill with correct fuel.
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