Husqvarna 1151322-95 Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE34 – EnglishChanging a broken recoil spring• Lift up the starter pulley. See instructions under theheading Changing a broken or worn starter cord.Remember that the recoil spring is coiled undertension in the starter housing.• Remove the cassette with the recoil spring from thestarter.• Lubricate the recoil spring with light oil. Fit thecassette with recoil spring in the starter. Fit the starterpulley and tension the recoil spring.Fitting the starter• To fit the starter, first pull out the starter cord and placethe starter in position against the crankcase. Thenslowly release the starter cord so that the pulleyengages with the pawls.• Fit and tighten the screws that hold the starter.Air filterThe air filter must be regularly cleaned to remove dust anddirt in order to avoid:• Carburettor malfunctions• Starting problems• Loss of engine power• Unnecessary wear to engine parts• Excessive fuel consumption.• Remove the air filter after taking off the air filter cover.When refitting make sure that the air filter seals tightlyagainst the filter holder. Clean the filter by brushing orshaking it.The filter can be cleaned more thoroughly by washing it inwater and detergent.An air filter that has been in use for a long time cannot becleaned completely. The filter must therefore be replacedwith a new one at regular intervals. A damaged air filtermust always be replaced.A HUSQVARNA chain saw can be equipped with differenttypes of air filters according to working conditions,weather, season, etc. Contact your dealer for advice.