Fault Finding - Husqvarna 540 Original Instructions Manual

40cm petrol wheeled rotary lawnmower
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Transport
Remove the spark plug lead
Loosen the wire/cable from the handle before carefully
folding it. Avoid damaging the wire/cable.
Empty the petrol tank. The machine must be drained of
oil and fuel when moving it by public transport.
Service
When ordering spare parts, always quote the mower's
product number. Always check oil level after service.
At the End of the Mowing Season
1. Replace blade, bolts, nuts or screws, if necessary.
2. Clean your lawnmower thoroughly.
3. Ask your local Service Centre to clean the air filter
thoroughly and carry out any service or repairs required.
4. Drain engine of oil.
Storing your Lawnmower
1. Do not store your lawnmower immediately after use.
2. Wait until the engine has cooled to avoid a potential
fire hazard.
3. Clean your lawnmower
4. Store in a cool, dry place where your lawnmower is
protected from damage.

Fault Finding

Engine Will Not Start
1. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the tank and the
cap air vent is clear.
2. Remove and dry the spark plug.
3. Petrol may be stale. Replace. Once petrol has been
replaced, it may take a little time for fresh petrol to filter
through.
4. Check that the blade bolt is tight. A loose bolt could
cause difficult starting.
5. If the engine will still not start, immediately disconnect
the spark plug lead.
6. CONSULT YOUR LOCAL APPROVED SERVICE
CENTRE.
Lack of Engine Power and/or Overheating
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead and allow the engine
to cool down.
2. Clean grass clippings and debris from around the
engine and air inlets and the underside of the deck.
3. Clean the engine air filter (Ask your local Approved
Service Centre to clean the engine air filter thoroughly).
4. Petrol may be stale. Replace. Once petrol has been
If any part is found to be defective due to faulty manufacture
within the guarantee period, Husqvarna UK Ltd., through its
Authorised Service Repairers will effect the repair or
replacement to the customer free of charge providing:
(a) The fault is reported directly to the Authorised Repairer.
(b) Proof of purchase is provided.
(c) The fault is not caused by misuse, neglect or faulty
adjustment by the user.
(d) The failure has not occurred through fair wear and tear.
(e) The machine has not been serviced or repaired,
taken apart or tampered with by any person not
authorised by Husqvarna UK Ltd.
(f) The machine has not been used for hire.
(g) The machine is owned by the original purchaser.
(h) The machine has not been used commercially.
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This guarantee is additional to, and in no way diminishes the
customers statutory rights.Failures due to the following are
not covered, therefore it is important that you read the
instructions contained in this Operator's Manual and
understand how to operate and maintain your machine:
Fault Finding
Guarantee & Guarantee Policy
Service Recommendations
Your product is uniquely identified by a silver and black
product rating label.
We strongly recommend that your product is serviced at
least every twelve months, more often in a professional
application.
Engine Maintenance Schedule
Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occur
first. More frequent service is required when operating in
adverse conditions.
First 5 hours - Change oil.
Every 5 hours or daily - Check oil level.
Clean finger guard. Clean around muffler.
Every 25 hours or every season - Change oil if operating
under heavy load or high ambient temperature. Service
air cleaner.
Every 50 hours or every season - Change oil. Inspect
spark arrester, if equipped.
Every 100 hours or every season - Clean cooling
system*. Replace spark plug.
* Clean more often under dusty conditions, or when
airborne debris is present or after prolonged operation
cutting tall, dry grass.
Engine Servicing & Guarantee
The engine fitted to your lawnmower is guaranteed by the
Engine Manufacturer.
replaced, it may take a little time for fresh petrol to filter
through.
5. If the engine still lacks power and/or is overheating,
immediately disconnect the spark plug lead.
6. CONSULT YOUR LOCAL APPROVED SERVICE
CENTRE.
Excessive Vibration
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
2. Check that the blade is correctly fitted.
3. If the blade is damaged or worn replace it with a new one.
4. If vibration persists, turn the blade through 180
loosening the blade bolt, turning the blade and re-
tightening the blade bolt.
5. If vibration persists, immediately disconnect the spark
plug lead.
6. CONSULT YOUR LOCAL APPROVED SERVICE
CENTRE.
Failures not covered by guarantee
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Replacing worn or damaged blades.
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Failures as a result of not reporting an initial fault.
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Failures as a result of sudden impact.
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Failures as a result of not using the product in accordance
with the instructions and recommendations contained in
this Operator's Manual.
*
Machines used for hire are not covered by this
guarantee.
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The following items listed are considered as wearing
parts and their life is dependent on regular maintenance
and are, therefore not normally subject to a valid
warranty claim: Blade, Electric Mains cable, belt.
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Caution!
Husqvarna UK Ltd. does not accept liability under the
warranty for defects caused in whole or part, directly
or indirectly by the fitting of replacement parts or
additional parts that are not either manufactured or
approved by Husqvarna UK Ltd., or by the machine
having been modified in any way.
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