Function Test - Husqvarna 131R Workshop Manual

4. Adjust the harness until the cutting attachment is
parallel to the ground.
5. Let the cutting attachment stay lightly on the ground.
Adjust the harness clamp to balance the product
correctly.

3.2 Function test

3.2.1 To examine before start
1. Examine the product for missing, damaged, loose or
worn parts.
2. Examine the nuts, screws and bolts.
3. Examine the blades.
4. Examine the locknut. Make sure that the locknut has
a minimum locking force of 1.5 Nm (1,1 ft lb). Torque
the locknut to 35-50 Nm (26-36 ft lb).
5. Examine the air filter.
6. Examine the throttle trigger lockout and the throttle
control.
7. Examine the stop switch.
8. Examine the product for fuel leaks.
3.2.2 To start a cold engine
WARNING: Before you start the product, install
the complete clutch cover and shaft. The loose
clutch can cause injury. Use gloves.
WARNING: Move the product away from the
refuelling area and the power. Put it on a flat
surface. Make sure that no objects touch the
cutting attachment.
WARNING: Make sure that no unauthorised
persons are in the work area. Or it can cause a
8 - Prepare and do servicing on the
product
risk of dangerous injury. The safety distance is
15 m.
1. Put the stop switch to the start position.
2. Press the air purge ten times.
3. Move choke control to the choke position.
4. Hold the product to the ground. Pull out the cord
slowly with your right hand until you feel some
resistance. Pull the cord quickly and with force.
Keep doing it until you hear the engine start.
Note: Do not twist the starter rope around your hand.
CAUTION: Do not pull all the starter rope
out. Hold the starter rope handle when it is
fully extended. Failure to obey these
instructions can cause damage to the
engine.
5. Set the choke control to the run position, then pull
the start rope until the engine starts.
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