Husqvarna BG 250 Operator's Manual page 40

2. Pull out the OPC key. If the motor does not stop in
3 seconds, speak to an approved Husqvarna service
agent.
Muffler
The muffler keeps the noise levels to a minimum and
sends the exhaust fumes away from the operator.
Do not use the product if the muffler is missing or
defective. A defective muffler increases the noise level
and the risk of fire.
WARNING:
hot during and after use and when the
engine operates at idle speed. Be careful
near flammable materials and/or fumes to
prevent fire.
To do a check of the muffler
• Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it is
attached correctly and not damaged.
Fuel safety
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Fuel is flammable and the fumes are explosive. Be
careful with fuel to prevent injury, fire and explosion.
• Do not breathe in the fuel fumes. The fuel fumes are
poisonous and can cause injury. Make sure that the
airflow is sufficient.
• Do not remove the fuel tank cap or fill the fuel tank
when the engine is on.
• Let the engine become cool before you refuel.
• Do not fill fuel in an indoor area. Not sufficient airflow
can cause injury or death because of asphyxiation or
carbon monoxide.
• Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not put hot objects near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not fill fuel near sparks or flames.
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The muffler becomes very
Read the warning
• Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and
release the pressure carefully.
• Fuel on your skin can cause injury. If you get fuel on
your skin, use soap and water to remove the fuel.
• If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Do not fill the fuel tank fully. Heat causes the fuel to
expand. Keep a space at the top of the fuel tank.
• Tighten the fuel tank cap fully. If the fuel tank cap is
not tightened, there is a risk of fire.
• Before you start the product, move the product to a
minimum of 3 m/10 ft from where you refueled.
• Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine
oil on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel and
engine oil and let the product dry before you start the
engine.
• Examine the engine for leaks regularly. If there are
leaks in the fuel system, do not start the engine until
the leaks are repaired.
• Do not use your fingers to examine the engine for
leaks.
• Keep fuel in approved containers only.
• When the product and fuel is in storage, make sure
that fuel and fuel fumes cannot cause damage.
• Drain the fuel in an approved container outdoors and
away from sparks and flames.
Safety instructions for maintenance
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Use personal protective equipment. Refer to
Personal protective equipment on page 37 .
• Only do the maintenance as given in this operator's
manual. Let an approved service agent do all other
servicing.
• If the maintenance is not done correctly and
regularly, the risk of injury and damage to the
product increases.
• Clean the product to remove dangerous material
before you do the maintenance.
• Before you do the maintenance, stop the product
and prevent accidental start:
• BG 250: Stop the motor, pull out the operator
presence control and disconnect the power plug.
• BG 250Petrol: Stop the engine and pull out the
operator presence control.
• Do the maintenance of the product on stable level
ground.
• Do not do modifications to the product. Modifications
that are not approved by the manufacturer can
cause serious injury or death.
• Replace damaged, worn or broken parts.
• Always use original accessories and spare parts.
Accessories and spare parts that are not approved
Read the warning
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