Maintenance & Lubrication - Husqvarna FS 513 Operator's Manual

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE QUICK REFERENCE:
Before performing any maintenance, ALWAYS park the machine on a level surface with the engine "OFF" and
the engine switch set in the "OFF" position. Let the machine cool down! Other maintenance and repairs
should only be carried out by a qualified technician.
SERVICE DAILY:
. Check engine oil level.
. Check blade guard for damage.
3. Check engine air filter, replace if dirty. Service sooner
if used in dusty conditions.
. Clean machine daily.
FS 513:
Replacing Engine Air Filter (S):
If the engine seems weak, produces black smoke or runs
unevenly, the air filter may be clogged. For this reason,
it is important to clean and replace the air filter regularly.
Check engine manual for detailed instructions.
Cleaning/replacement of the air filter is carried out as fol-
lows:
1.Undo the wing nut (S1) and lift off the cyclone air filter
cowling (S).
2.Remove the foam rubber pre-filter (S3) and clean using
a mild detergent. Squeeze it dry with a clean cloth. Soak
it with new engine oil. Squeeze out excess oil.
3.Remove the wing nut (S4) in the air filter and remove
the paper filter (S5). Tap the paper filter against a fixed
surface to remove dust. If the paper filter is still dirty or
damaged, it MUST be replaced.
DO NOT use compressed air over 2 bar / 30 PSI to
clean the paper filter.
DO NOT wash paper filter.
DO NOT oil paper filter.
4.Refit the air filter as follows:
Mount the paper filter in the air filter housing and tighten
the wing nut.
5.Refit foam rubber pre-filter (S3) on the paper filter (S5).
6.Refit with the air filter cowling (S2).
FS 520 / FS 524:
The air filter on these models are "Snorkel Type" and are
supplied by engine manufacture. See engine operation
manual for service information. If used in dusty condi-
tions, use the recommended service interval shown in this
document.
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MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION
NOTICE
SERVICE EVERY 50 HOURS:
1. Replace engine oil and filter.
2. Clean engine/motor air fins.
. Lubricate Depth Control Grease Fitting (X).
. Check wheels for wear or damage.
. Check blade drive belt tension.