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A little time spent each day by the operator on preventive
maintenance will lead to longer operating life of the
HUSKY.
The removal of debris, dirt and grease accumulations are
considered normal maintenance practices and can help dis-
cover minor difficulties before they become troublesome.
LUBRICATION
See Lubrication chart on page 16.
ENGINE OIL
The engine oil level must be maintained in the "safe" oper-
ating range at all times. Oil level must be between the L
(low) and F (full) marks on the dipstick. Clean area around
dipstick so dirt does not fall into crankcase when dipstick is
removed. Check daily and add oil as necessary to maintain
proper level - DO NOT OVERFILL. Oil level must not ex-
ceed the "F" mark. After completely draining oil, reinstall
drain plug and refill with 1 quart of oil - check level on
dipstick before adding more - then bring the level up in the
safe range. Select oil weight and type according to outside
temperature. Refer to Lubrication Chart page 16.
AIR SCREEN
Clean flywheel air screen frequently. A dirty air screen
and/or engine will cause overheating and which could
damage the engine.
Figure 10
AIR CLEANER
Clean regularly, as extensive engine damage can result from
operating with a dirty air cleaner.
SERVICE DAILY: if engine is operating in very dusty and
dry grass conditions, it should be serviced at the beginning
of each operating day. Remove filtering cartridge and shake
out the accumulated dirt. Do not tap or strike cartridge –
this can damage it.
ONCE EACH WEEK (OR EVERY 7 OPERATING DAYS ):
remove cartridge and rinse under a faucet with cold water,
then wash by repeated dipping for several minutes in a
solution of lukewarm water and a mild, NON-SUDSING
detergent. Rinse in cold water from the inside out, and
allow to dry overnight before installing in air cleaner. In
cold weather, protect cartridge from freezing until dry.
DO NOT USE GASOLINE, KEROSENE OR SOLVENT
FOR CLEANING CARTRIDGE. It is a paper filter and will
be affected by such materials. Also do not oil cartridge.
After five washings or one year of service, replace cartridge.
SPARK PLUG
Clean area around spark plug before removing plug. The
spark plug should be cleaned inside and out and regapped
every 100 hours or once each year, whichever occurs first.
Replace plug whenever necessary. The correct gap setting is
.030 inch. Replacement plug must be of the correct heat
range; use Champion No. DI6J, AC No. C86 commercial or
equal. Thread size is 18mm.
Figure 11
BLAST CLEANING OF SPARK PLUGS IN
MACHINES THAT USE ABRASIVE GRIT
IS NOT RECOMMENDED. SPARK PLUGS
SHOULD BE CLEANED BY SCRAPING
OR WIRE BRUSHING, THEN WASHING WITH A COM-
MERCIAL SOLVENT.
FUEL TANK
Fill with clean fresh gasoline of regular grade. (For cold
weather operation use winter blend gasoline.) DO NOT
MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE. REFUEL OUTDOORS WITH
ENGINE STOPPED AND COOL.
Check to see that vent hole in fuel tank cap is not plugged.
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