Husqvarna 2005 HUV4213, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance
2005 HUV4213 Gasoline Vehicle Owner’s Manual Page 23
6. Connect battery cables, positive (+) cable first, and tighten terminals to 20 ft-lb (27.1 N·m). Coat terminals
with Battery Terminal Protector Spray (P/N 603 00 00-03).
7. Completely open the fuel shut-off valve (Figure 13) . Make sure the valve is fully open. A partially closed
fuel shut-off valve combined with the use of the choke can result in a fouled spark plug and engine failure
(Figure 14) .
8. Place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position. Crank the engine until fuel is pumped into
the carburetor and fuel lines and the engine starts. Turn the engine off. See following NOTE.
NOTE: Due to the oil added to the engine in preparation for storage, engine may smoke excessively for a
short time when it is run for the first time after storage.
9. Perform the Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist on page 14.
10. Lower the passenger side seat.
11. Lower the cargo bed. See WARNING “For vehicles with cargo beds...” on page 8.
MAINTENANCE
See General Warnings on page 8.
To ensure trouble-free vehicle performance, follow an established preventive maintenance program. Regular
and consistent maintenance can prevent vehicle downtime and expensive repairs. Use the Pre-Operation
and Daily Safety Checklist on page 14 and the following Periodic Service Schedule and Periodic Lubrication
Schedule to keep the vehicle in proper working condition.
Any vehicle not functioning correctly should not be used until it is properly repaired. This will prevent further
damage to the vehicle and avoid the possibility of injury due to unsafe conditions.
Contact your local Husqvarna dealer for repairs and semiannual and annual periodic service. See following
WARNING.
Figure 13 Fuel Shut-off Valve – Open Position Figure 14 Fuel Valve – Partially Closed Position
FULL OPEN (ON)
POSITION
VIEWED FROM SELECTOR
SIDE OF VALVE
VIEWED FROM SELECTOR
SIDE OF VALVE
PARTIALLY CLOSED
POSITION