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Operator’s manual (EPA)
326HS75
X-series
326HS99
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 The engine is switched off by moving the Symbols stop switch to the stop position. CAUTION! The stop switch automatically returns to the WARNING! Incorrect or careless use of start position. In order to prevent a hedge trimmer can turn it into a unintentional starting, the spark plug cap dangerous tool that can cause serious or must be removed from the spark plug when even fatal injury. It is extremely important assembling, checking and/or performing
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CONTENTS Contents Note the following before starting: KEY TO SYMBOLS Please read the operator’s manual carefully. Symbols ....................................................................... 2 CONTENTS WARNING! Long-term exposure to noise can Contents ...................................................................... 3 result in permanent hearing impairment. So ! Note the following before starting: ..............................
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INTRODUCTION Dear customer! Congratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Huskvarna River, for production of muskets. The location was logical, since water power was harnessed from the Huskvarna River to create the water-powered plant. During over 300 years of continuous operation, the Husqvarna factory has produced a lo
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WHAT IS WHAT? What is what? 1 Operator’s manual 12 Choke control 2 Grease nipple 13 Throttle lock 3 Gear housing 14 Throttle control 4 Blades 15 Stop switch 5 Hand guard 16 Air filter cover 6 Front handle 17 Combination spanner 7 Cylinder cover 18 Allen key 8 Starter handle 19 Transport guard 9 Fuel cap 20 Catcher (accessory) 10 Fuel tank 21 Spark plug cap and spark plug 11 Air purge English – 5
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for cutting branches and Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into twigs. a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand the Never use a machine that has been modified in any way contents of this operator’s manual. from its original specification. You must use approve
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FIRST AID KIT Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when the throttle lockout is released. Always have a first aid kit nearby. Machine′ ′′′s safety equipment This section describes the machine′s safety equipment, its Press the throttle lockout and make sure it returns to its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried original position when you release it. out to ensure that it operates correctly. Se
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Hand guard Muffler The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum The hand guard prevents hands from coming into contact with and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. A muffler the moving blades, for example, if the operator loses grip on fitted with a catalytic converter is also designed to reduce the front handle. harmful exhaust gases. In countries that have a warm and dry climate there is a significant risk of fire. We therefore fit
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Assembly of the catcher (accessory) WARNING! The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid Loosen the nuts on top of the bar. Align the bolts in the holes ! contact with these elements in the event of a on the catcher and fit the bolts. Adjust the blades’ contact damaged muffler. pressure according to the instructions under the heading Blades. WARNING! Bear in mind that: The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot ! and may contain spark
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FUEL HANDLING Gasoline Fuel safety Never start the machine: 1 If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate. CAUTION! Always use a quality gasoline/oil mixture with an octane rating of at least 87 octane ((RON+MON)/2). If your 2 If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes, change machine is equipped with a catalytic converter (see chapter your clothes. Wash any part of your body that has come in on Technical data) always use a good qu
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FUEL HANDLING Mixing Fueling • Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. • Always start by filling half the amount of the gasoline to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of gasoline. WARNING! Taking the following precautions, will lessen the risk of fire: • Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling the ! machine’s fuel tank. Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel. Always shut off the
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STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting Starting and stopping • Inspect the working area. Remove any objects that could WARNING! The complete clutch cover and be thrown out. gear housing must be fitted before the • Check the cutting attachment. Never use blades that are ! machine is started, otherwise the clutch may dull, cracked or damaged. come loose and cause personal injury. Always move the machine about 3 metres from the refuelling position before starting. Place the machine on a fi
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STARTING AND STOPPING Starting 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
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WORKING TECHNIQUES • Keep in mind that the operator is responsible for accidents General working instructions or hazards occuring to other people or their property. IMPORTANT! Safety instructions while working This section takes up the basic safety precautions for working with a hedge trimmer. If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to • Always ensure you have a safe and stable working proceed you should ask an expert. Contact your dealer or position. your service workshop.
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WORKING TECHNIQUES Safety instructions after completing work • The transport guard should always be fitted to the cutting attachment when the machine is not in use. • Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before cleaning, carrying out repairs or an inspection. Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug. • Always wear heavy-duty gloves when repairing the cutting attachment. This is extremely sharp and can easily cause cuts. • Store the machine out of reach of children. • Use only orig
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MAINTENANCE Basic setting Carburetor • The basic carburetor settings are adjusted during testing Your Husqvarna product has been designed and at the factory. The basic setting is richer than the optimal manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful setting and should be maintained for the first few hours the emissions. After the engine has used 8-10 tanks of fuel the machine is in use. The carburettor should then be finely engine will be run-in. To ensure that it continues to run at pea
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MAINTENANCE Fine adjustment of the idle speed T Correctly adjusted carburetor Adjust the idle speed with the idle adjustment screw T, if When the carburetor is correctly adjusted the machine adjustment is necessary. First turn the idle adjustment screw accelerates without hesitation and burbles a little at maximum T clockwise until the blades start to move. Then turn the idle speed. It is also important that the blades do not move when adjustment screw T anticlockwise until the blades stop. T
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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: 1 • Carburettor malfunctions 2 3 4 • Starting problems • Loss of engine power • Unnecessary wear to engine parts • Excessive fuel consumption. Clean the filter every 25 hours, or more regularly if conditions are exceptionally dusty. The cooling system consists of: 1 Air intake on
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MAINTENANCE Gear housing There is a grease nipple and a plug for filling lubricant on the gear housing. Use a grease gun to fill with grease. This should be done after every 60 working hours. Use Husqvarna’s special grease, no. 503 98 96-01. CAUTION! The gear housing must not be filled completely with grease. The grease expands as the machine heats up during operation. If the gear housing was completely filled with grease it could damage the seals and lead to leakage of grease. The grease in
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MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance that must be performed on the machine. Most of the items are described in the Maintenance section. The user must only carry out the maintenance and service work described in this manual. More extensive work must be carried out by an authorised service workshop. Daily Weekly Monthly Maintenance maintenance maintenance maintenance Clean the outside of the machine. X Make sure the throttle trigger lock and the throttle f
