Husqvarna FS 6500 User Manual

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 
 
 
Before leaving our factory, every machine is thoroughly tested.  Follow our instructions 
strictly and your machine will give you long service in normal operating conditions.
 
 
 
 
 
Before starting the machine, make sure that you read this entire Operations Manual and 
are familiar with the operation of the machine. 
 
 
WITH MACHINE COLD AND SETTING LEVEL
 
Gasoline Models: Check engine oil.  Fill to the full mark on dipstick with 10W30 oil, class MS, SD, SE or better. 
 
 
1-2 HOUR OPERATION CHECK LIST
 
 
 
ALWAYS place the machine on a level surface with the engine / motor “OFF”, the 
ignition switch set in the “OFF” position and disconnected from the power source before 
performing any maintenance.  Let the machine cool down!!
 
 
1.  Check the engine air cleaner hose clamps.  Tighten as required. 
2.  Tension the drive V-belts.  DO NOT over tension! 
 
 
 
 
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE QUICK REFERENCE 
 
 
 
Before performing any maintenance, ALWAYS place the machine on a level surface with 
the engine / motor “OFF”, the ignition switch set in the “OFF” position and disconnected 
from the power source!
 
 
 
 
SERVICE DAILY
 
1.  Check engine oil level. 
2.  Check all guards for damage. 
3.  Check hoses and clamps for damage or looseness.  Tighten or replace as 
necessary. 
4.  Check air cleaner.  Clean or replace as required. 
5.  Clean the machine at the end of the day. 
 
 
 
SERVICE EVERY 50 HOURS
 
1. 
Replace engine oil and oil filter. 
2. 
Clean engine air fins. 
3. 
Check V-belt tension.  DO NOT over tension! 
4. 
Clean Engine fuel bowl.