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Operator’s manual (EPA)
326HDA 326HE3
X-series X-series
326HE4
X-series
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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KEY TO SYMBOLS Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special Symbols certification requirements for certain markets. WARNING! Hedge trimmers can be Switch off the engine by moving the stop dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can switch to the STOP position before carrying result in serious, even fatal injury. out any checks or maintenance. Always wear approved protective gloves. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before
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CONTENTS Contents Note the following before starting: KEY TO SYMBOLS Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the Symbols ....................................................................... 2 design and appearance of products without prior notice. CONTENTS Contents ...................................................................... 3 Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FIRST AID KIT Personal protective equipment Always have a first aid kit nearby. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual. Whenever you use the hedge trimmer you must use Machine′′ ′′s safety equipment personal protective equipment that is approved by the
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For mufflers it is very important that you follow the instructions Vibration damping system on checking, maintaining and servicing your machine. See Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system instructions under the heading Checking, maintaining and that is designed to minimise vibration and make operation servicing the machine’s safety equipment. easier. WARNING! Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get very hot during use and ! rema
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • See instructions under the heading Start. Start the Checking, maintaining and servicing machine and apply full throttle. Release the throttle and ′′ the machine′′s safety equipment check that the cutting attachment stops and remains at a standstill. If the cutting attachment rotates with the throttle in the idle position then the carburettor idle setting must be IMPORTANT! All servicing and repair work on the machine checked. See instructions unde
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Vibration damping system Blades • Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or • To ensure good cutting results it is important that the deformation. contact pressure between the blades is correct. The contact pressure is adjusted by turning the screws on the underside of the bar clockwise as far as they will go. Then turn the screws anticlockwise a 1/4 turn. Lock the screws using the locking nut on the top of the bar. Check that the screws are lo
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cutter guard General safety precautions (326HDA55) IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for cutting branches and twigs. • Check that the blade guard is not damaged or distorted. Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk • Replace the blade guard if it is bent or damaged. alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination. A Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Fuel safety Safety instructions when using the hedge trimmer WARNING! The machine can cause serious • Always use a fuel container with an anti-spill valve. personal injury. Read the safety instructions ! carefully. Learn how to use the machine. • Never refuel the machine while the engine is running. Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling. WARNING! Cutting tool. Do not touch the • Make sure there is plenty of ventilati
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions while working Safety instructions after completing work • Always ensure you have a safe and stable working • The transport guard should always be fitted to the cutting position attachment when the machine is not in use. • Always use both hands to hold the machine. Hold the • Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before machine at the side of your body. cleaning, carrying out repairs or an inspection. Disconnect the HT lead from the spark
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Changing the hedge trimmer angle (326HE3, 326HE4) • Undo the knob. • Grasp the handle on the angle stop, adjust to the desired angle and then tighten the knob. (326HDA55) • Undo the knob. • Press the cutting head against the ground or some other solid object until the desired angle has been obtained. • Tighten the knob. CAUTION! Do not hold the cutting head when you adjust the angle. The blades are sharp and you could easily cut yourself. English – 11
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WHAT IS WHAT? 7 21 11 4 326HE4 326HDA55 1 21 3 20 19 6 9 2 10 12 25 22 18 17 5 24 15 13 8 27 16 28 23 26 14 What is what? 1 Cutter 15 Choke control 2 Grease nipples (3) 16 Air purge 3 Bevel gear 17 Air filter cover 4 Cutter guard (326HDA55) 18 Clutch cover 5 Shaft 19 Hand guard mounting screw (326HDA55/326HE3) 6 Front handle (326HDA55/326HE3) 20 Angle adjustment handle (326HE3, 326HE4) 7 Front handle (326HE4) 21 Angle adjustment knob 8 Throttle control 22 Hand guard (326HDA55/326HE3) 9 Stop switc
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ASSEMBLY Fitting the hand guard and loop Fitting the cutting head It is important that the hedge trimmer is laid on a flat surface handle when you fit the cutting head. Otherwise the cutting head may (326HDA55/326HE3) not be fitted straight. 1 Assemble the hand guard and loop handle by screwing 1 Fit the cutting head to the shaft. CAUTION! Make sure the them together. Take care to align the holes in both parts. drive shaft inside the shaft engages with the recess in the cutting head. 2 Tighten
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FUEL HANDLING Two-stroke oil Fuel • For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two- CAUTION! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine stroke oil, which is specially formulated for our two-stroke and must always been run using a mixture of gasoline and engines. Mixture 1:50 (2%). two-stroke engine oil. It is important to accurately measure the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct • Never use two-stroke oil intended for water-cooled mixture is obtained. When mixin
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FUEL HANDLING Fuelling WARNING! Taking the following precautions, will lessen the risk of fire: ! Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel. Always shut off the engine before refuelling. Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling. When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess pressure is released gently. Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling. Always move the machine away from the refuelling area before starting. • Clean the area aroun
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STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting Starting and stopping • Inspect the working area. Remove any objects that could Starting be thrown out. • Check the cutting attachment. Never use blades that are WARNING! The complete clutch cover and dull, cracked or damaged. shaft must be fitted before the machine is A ! started, otherwise the clutch can come loose and cause personal injury. Always move the machine about 3 metres from the refuelling position before starting. Place the machine o
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STARTING AND STOPPING Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your left hand (CAUTION! Not with your foot!). Grip the starter handle, slowly pull out the cord with your right hand until you feel some resistance (the starter pawls grip), now quickly and powerfully pull the cord. Push the choke control back to its original position as soon as the engine fires, and continue trying to start until the engine starts. CAUTION! Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let
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MAINTENANCE Fine adjustment Carburettor • When the machine has been ”run-in” the carburettor Your Husqvarna product has been designed and should be finely adjusted. The fine adjustment should manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful be carried out by a qualified person. First adjust the L- emissions. After the engine has used 8-10 tanks of fuel the jet, then the idling screw T and then the H-jet. engine will be run-in. To ensure that it continues to run at peak performance and to min
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MAINTENANCE High speed jet H Muffler The high speed jet H affects the engine power, speed, temperature and fuel consumption. If the high speed jet H is set too lean (screwed in too far) the engine speed will be too high and cause engine damage. Do not let the engine run at CAUTION! Some mufflers are fitted with a catalytic converter. full speed for more than 10 seconds. See chapter on Technical data to see whether your machine is fitted with a catalytic converter. The muffler is designed to red
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MAINTENANCE Cooling system Air filter To keep the working temperature as low as possible the The air filter must be regularly cleaned to remove dust and dirt machine is equipped with a cooling system. in order to avoid: The cooling system consists of: • Carburettor malfunctions • Starting problems 4 • Loss of engine power 3 2 • Unnecessary wear to engine parts • Excessive fuel consumption. Clean the filter every 25 hours, or more regularly if conditions are exceptionally dusty. 1 1 Air intake on
