Maintenance and Troubleshooting a Husqvarna Petrol and Battery Leaf Blowers
Maintenance and Troubleshooting your Husqvarna Petrol and Battery Leaf Blowers
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When Autumn comes to mind, we always associate it with shorter days and trees shedding their leaves ready for Winter. How to maintain your garden during the transition from Summer to Autumn will change from mowing the lawn to blowing and raking leaves. So, it’s important to make sure that equipment during this period is in tip top condition so they can be used in years to come.
Most of the time, problems with machines are caused from poor maintenance, incorrect storage and not knowing how to troubleshoot in general. So to help, we have created a guide to help eliminate these problems so you get the most out of your machines.
Husqvarna Petrol Leaf Blowers
Starting Problems
Flooded Engine:
The engine on your petrol leaf blower could be flooded and therefore the user needs to look into the “starting a warm engine” section in the provided manual. This is the same as starting in a cold position just without the choke on.
Fuel:
Another reason for starting problems could be fuel. Check if there is fuel and fill the tank with the correct ratios of fuel and 2 stroke mix. It could also be that the fuel is not reaching the carburettor for various reasons such as a dirty fuel filter or issues with the fuel line such as being twisted or being split. In this situation you will need to replace the fuel filter or the line.
Spark Plug:
Additionally, the spark plug might not be firing and therefore needs a new spark plug.
Low Compression:
If you have identified the engine has low compression, this could mean there is damage or a crack in the cylinder which can cause starting problems. This can be checked doing a compression test.
Engine will not idle properly
Fuel:
If fuel is not reaching the carburettor, check if there are issues with the fuel filter or fuel line such as being twisted or split as this may cause the engine to not idle properly.
Carburettor Fine Adjustment:
Carburettor Requires fine adjustment using the T-screw (BB) which regulates the throttle setting at idle speed. If the T- screw is turned clockwise this gives a higher idle speed; turning it counterclockwise gives a lower idle speed.
Crankshaft Seals:
These seals may be worn which could also be the cause.
Low Compression:
Additionally, the engine may also not idle properly if the machine has low compression.
Engine will not accelerate
Air filter:
Check if the air filter is dirty or damaged. If this is the case, clean it or if necessary replace it with a new air filter.
Fuel:
Check if there are issues with the fuel filter or fuel line such as being twisted or split as it could be that fuel is not reaching the carburettor which can be a reason why the engine will not accelerate.
Spark Plug:
Another reason may be that the spark plug might be fouled and if this is the case, the spark plug might need to be replaced.
Carburettor:
Carburettor requires adjustment. (See carburettor fine adjustment)
Engine smokes
Choke:
If the engine is smoking, it may be that the choke is partially on and therefore needs to be adjusted.
Fuel mixture:
If the fuel mixture is incorrect, it will need to be emptied and refilled.
Air filter:
Check if the air filter is dirty or damaged.
Carburettor:
The carburettor needs to be checked and adjusted if necessary.
Engine Runs Hot
Fuel Mixture:
The fuel mixture is incorrect, therefore when refueling check the ratios of gasoline and 2 stroke oil.
Spark Plug:
The engine may run hot if the incorrect spark plug has been fitted.
Carburettor:
Carburettor requires adjustment. (See carburettor fine adjustment)
Carbon:
Carbon build up restricts air flow in the machine which can also cause the engine to run hot.
| Daily | Weekly | Monthly | Annually | ||
| Machine | |||||
| Clean External Surfaces | x | x | |||
| Tighten Nuts and Screws | x | ||||
| Free From Cracks | x | ||||
| Control Handle and Trigger | |||||
| Examine | x | ||||
| Check Cables and Connections | x | ||||
| Carburettor | |||||
| Examine Idle Speed | x | ||||
| Clean area | x | ||||
| Thorough clean | x | ||||
| Air Filter | |||||
| Clean and Check | x | x | |||
| Change | x | ||||
| Collection Bag | |||||
| Not damaged/check zipper | x | ||||
| Muffler | |||||
| Clean/examine spark arrestor (not on muffler with catalytic converter | x | x | |||
| Starter Device | |||||
| Check the condition including rope and spring | x | x | |||
| Cooling System | |||||
| Clean air intake | x | x | |||
| Examine Impeller | x | ||||
| Clean blades on impeller | x | x | |||
| Spark Plug | |||||
| Replace | x | ||||
| Clean the external side of the spark plug. Remove it and examine the electrode gap | x | ||||
| Fuel Tank | |||||
| Clean | x | ||||
| Clean fuel lines and check for cracks | x | ||||
| Change fuel filter | x | ||||
Long term storage of a Husqvarna Petrol Leaf Blower:
- Remove the fuel in the tank before long-term storage and push the primer bulb to guarantee that all fuel is removed.
- Clean the product before long-term storage from debris and do a service to extend the life of the machine.
- Remove the spark plug cable before you put the product into storage to prevent the engine starting accidentally.
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- Put approximately 15 ml of two-stroke oil into the cylinder. Turn the product 3 times and attach the spark plug again.
Battery Maintenance of a Husqvarna Petrol Leaf Blower:
| Daily | Weekly | Monthly | |
| Maintenance | |||
| Clean Machine with dry and clean cloth | x | ||
| Handles are dry and free from oil | x | ||
| Check for damage on start/stop button | x | ||
| Trigger is functioning properly | x | ||
| Nuts and screws are tight | x | ||
| Battery is in working order | x | ||
| Battery charge | x | ||
| Release buttons work on battery and locks into the machine | x | ||
| Battery charger is functional | x | ||
| Couplings, connections and cables are intact and free from dirt | x | ||
| Connections between battery and the machine and the connection between the battery and charger | x | ||
Husqvarna Battery Leaf Blowers
Green light LED Flashes:
- This indicates low battery voltage and therefore should be charged.
Red LED Flashes:
- Temperature abnormality which means that you need to let the machine cool down.
- When charging your battery leaf blower, make sure you are charging in temperatures between -10.c and 40.c.
- Check that the mains match with the rating plate on the product.
- If this isn't the problem and you have checked all of the above, please contact a servicing agent.
Does Not Start:
- If there is dirt on the battery connectors, this needs to be cleaned with compressed air or a soft brush.
- The battery is empty and needs to be charged.
Battery Storage:
- Store the battery charger in a secure and dry place.
- Store the battery away from the battery charger.
- Clean the leaf blower and do a full servicing before storage.
- Use the guard to prevent injuries or damage during transportation and storage.
- Keep the batteries stored away from metal objects.
- Store the battery in temperatures between 5°C/41°F and 25°C/77°F and away from sunlight.
