Husqvarna 16 - Manual (Page 17)

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Before starting
• Read the safety instructions and information on
the location and function of the controls before
starting (see pages 5-14).
• Conduct daily maintenance before starting (see
maintenance schedule on page 20).
DRIVING
Cold engine:
3. Push the throttle control to position 3 (choke
position). In this position the engine receives a
richer mixture so that the engine starts more
easily.
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2
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2
3
6007-001H
6017-011
6007-004H
8009-431
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The air intake grille in the engine cover
behind the driver’s seat must not be
blocked by, for example, clothing, leaves,
grass or dirt.
Impaired cooling of the engine. Risk of
major engine damage.
Starting the engine
1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever
backwards to locked position (transport posi-
tion).
2. Apply the parking brake. This is done as follows:
• Press down the brake pedal (1).
• Press in the lock button on the steering
column (2).
• Release the brake pedal while the button is
held pressed.
The parking brake lock disconnects automati
cally when the brake pedal is pressed down.