Transportation, Storage And Disposal - Husqvarna LB 553S e Manuel D'utilisation

6. Examine the oil level on the dipstick.
7. If the oil level is low, fill with engine oil and do a
check of the oil level again.
To replace the engine oil
WARNING: Engine oil is very hot directly
after the engine is stopped. Let the engine
become cool before you drain the engine oil.
If you spill engine oil on your skin, clean with
soap and water.
1. Operate the product until the fuel tank is empty.
2. Remove the ignition cable from the spark plug.
3. Remove the oil tank cap.
4. Put a container below the product to collect the
engine oil in.
5. Tilt the product to drain the engine oil from the oil
tank.
6. Fill with new engine oil of the type recommended in
Technical data on page 15 .
7. Do a check of the oil level. Refer to
the oil level on page 13 .
To clean the air filter
CAUTION: Do not operate the engine
without an air filter attached or if the air filter
is dirty.
CAUTION: Replace the air filter if it cannot
be fully cleaned or if it is damaged. A
defective air filter causes damage to the
engine.
1. Push the latch tabs (A), remove the air filter cover
(B) and remove the air filter (C). (Fig. 37)
2. Hit the air filter against a hard surface or blow
compressed air through the air filter from the clean
side of the air filter.
Transportation and 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 tank before you put the product in
storage for a long period of time. Discard the fuel at
an applicable disposal location
• Safely attach the product during transportation to
prevent damage and accidents.
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Transportation, storage and disposal

CAUTION: Do not use a brush to
remove dirt as this pushes the dirt into
the air filter.
3. Clean the air filter holder (D) and the air filter cover
with a moist cloth.
CAUTION: Make sure that no dirt goes
into the air duct (E).
4. Install the air filter. Make sure that the air filter fully
seals against the air filter holder.
5. Install the air filter cover with the bottom tabs first.
To examine the spark plug
CAUTION: Always use the recommended
spark plug type. Incorrect spark plug type
can cause damage to the product.
• Examine the spark plug if the engine is low on
power, is not easy to start or does not operate
correctly at idle speed.
• To decrease the risk of unwanted material on the
spark plug electrodes, obey these instructions:
a) Make sure that the idle speed is correctly
adjusted.
b) Make sure that the fuel mixture is correct.
c) Make sure that the air filter is clean.
• If the spark plug is dirty, clean it and make sure that
the electrode gap is correct, refer to
on page 15 . (Fig. 38)
• Replace the spark plug if it is necessary.
To examine the fuel system
• Examine the fuel tank cap and the seal for the fuel
tank cap to make sure that there are no damages.
• Examine the fuel hose to make sure that there are
no leaks. If the fuel hose is damaged, let a service
agent replace it.
• Keep the product in a locked area to prevent access
for children or persons that are not approved.
• Keep the product in a dry and frost free area.
To put the product in storage position
(LB 553S e)
1. Lift the handle adjustment stay and push the handle
fully forward. (Fig. 39)
2. To put the product in operation position, pull the
handle rearward until it locks into position.
Technical data
895 - 004 - 30.10.2019