Troubleshooting; Transportation And Storage - Husqvarna 524LK Operator's Manual

The engine does not start
Check
Stop switch.
Starter pawls.
Fuel tank.
Spark plug.
The engine starts but stops again
Check
Fuel tank.
Air filter.

Transportation and storage

• Always allow the product to cool down before
storage.
• For storage and transportation of the product and
fuel, make sure that there are no leaks or fumes.
Sparks or open flames, for example from electrical
devices or boilers, can start a fire.
• Always use approved containers for storage and
transportation of fuel.
• Empty the fuel before transportation or before long-
term storage. Discard the fuel at an applicable
disposal location.
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Troubleshooting

Possible cause
The stop switch is in the stop position.
The starter pawls cannot move freely.
Incorrect fuel type.
The spark plug is dirty or wet.
The spark plug electrode gap is incorrect.
The spark plug is loose.
Possible cause
Incorrect fuel type.
The air filter is clogged.
Transportation and storage
Procedure
Set the stop switch to the start position.
Remove the starter cover and clean around
the starter pawls.
Let an approved service agent help you.
Drain the fuel tank and fill with correct fuel.
Make sure that the spark plug is dry and
clean.
Clean the spark plug. Make sure that the
electrode gap is correct. Make sure that the
spark plug has a supressor.
Refer to technical data for correct electrode
gap.
Tighten the spark plug.
Procedure
Empty the fuel tank and fill it with cor-
rect fuel.
Clean the air filter.
• Attach the transport guard during transportation and
storage.
• Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug.
• Attach the product during transportation. Make sure
that it cannot move.
• Clean and do servicing on the product before long-
term storage.
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