Husqvarna 525LK Operator's Manual page 9

To do a check of the muffler
WARNING:
exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and
may contain sparks which can start a fire.
Never start the product indoors or near
combustible material!
WARNING:
indoors or in spaces lacking proper
ventilation. Exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, an odorless, poisonous and
highly dangerous gas.
WARNING:
faulty muffler.
The muffler keeps noise levels to a minimum and sends
exhaust fumes away from the operator.
• Do a visual check for damage and deformation.
• Make sure that the muffler is correctly attached to
the product.
• If the muffler on your product has a spark arrester
screen, do a visual check. Replace the spark
arrester screen if it is damaged.
a) Clean the spark arrester screen if it is blocked. A
blocked spark arrester screen causes the engine
to become too hot which causes damage to the
engine.
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Bear in mind that the
Never use the product
Never use a product with a
b) Make sure that the spark arrestor mesh is
attached correctly.
Fuel Safety
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Never start the product if you spill fuel on it. Wipe the
spillage of and allow remaining fuel to evaporate.
• Never start the product if you spill fuel on yourself or
your clothes. Change your clothes and wash any
part of your body that has come in contact with fuel.
Use soap and water.
• Never start the product if the product is leaking fuel.
Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel
lines.
• Always put the product on a flat surface and make
sure the cutting attachment cannot come in contact
with any object while you add fuel.
• Take care when handling fuel. Bear in mind the risk
off fire, explosion and inhaling fumes.
• Observe caution when handling fuel and make sure
there is adequate ventilation. Fuel and fuel fumes
are highly inflammable and can cause serious injury
when inhaled or allowed to come in contact with the
skin.
• Mix and pour fuel outdoors, where there are no
sparks or flames.
• Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel.
• Always stop the engine and let it cool off for a few
minutes before you refuel.
• Open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess
pressure is released gently when you refuel.
• Tighten the fuel cap carefully after you refueled.
• Clean the area around the fuel cap. Contamination in
the tank can cause operating problems.
• Always move the product 3m (10ft) or further from
the refuelling area and source before starting.
Safety instructions for maintenance
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Only use cutting attachments with the guards we
recommend. Refer to
Read the warning
Read the warning
Accessories on page 21 .
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