Husqvarna 324HDA55 - Manual (Page 17)

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MAINTENANCE
Maintenance schedule
Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. If
you need further information please contact your service
workshop.
Daily maintenance
• Check throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout function.
• Check that the stop switch works correctly.
• Check that the blades do not move when the engine is
idling or when the choke is in the start throttle position.
• Clean the outside of the machine.
• Check that the harness is undamaged.
• Check that the blade guard is not damaged or cracked.
Replace the blade guard if it is exposed to impact or is
cracked.
• Check that the blade is properly centered, sharp and
without cracks.
• Check that the hand guard is not damaged. Replace the
guard if damaged.
• Check that the screws that hold the blades together are
correctly tightened.
• Check that the transport guard for the blade is intact and
that it can be secured correctly.
• Check that nuts and screws are tight.
• Check that there are no fuel leaks from the engine, tank or
fuel lines.
• Check the oil level.
Weekly maintenance
• Check the starter and starter cord.
• Check that the vibration damping elements are not
damaged.
• Clean the carburettor area.
• Clean the outside of the spark plug. Remove it and check
the electrode gap. Adjust the gap to 0,6-0,7 mm, or
replace the spark plug. Check that the spark plug is fitted
with a suppressor.
• Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder and check that the
air intake near the starter is not blocked.
• Fill the gear housing with grease. This should be carried
out approximately every 20 working hours.
• Clean the air filter.
Monthly maintenance
• Clean the fuel tank.
• Clean the outside of the carburettor and the space around
it.
• Clean the fan and the area around it.
• Check fuel hose for cracks or other damage. Change if
necessary.
• Change the fuel filter in fuel tank.
• Check the clutch, clutch springs and the clutch drum for
wear. Replace if necessary.
• Check electrical wires and connections.
• Replace the spark plug. Check that the spark plug is fitted
with a suppressor.
• Change the air filter.
• Check and clean the spark arrestor mesh on the muffler.
• Change the engine oil.