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Operator’s manual (EPA)
324R
X-Series
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions
before using the machine.
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15 m 50FT KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols WARNING! Clearing saws, Only use non-metallic, flexible cutting brushcutters and trimmers can be attachments, i.e. trimmer heads with dangerous! Careless or incorrect use trimmer cord. can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of the Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to operator’s manual. special certification requirements for certain mark
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CONTENTS Contents Note the following before starting: KEY TO SYMBOLS Please read the operator’s manual carefully. Symbols .................................................................... 2 Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control CONTENTS devices and system may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Contents ....................................................................
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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 on the clearing saw? 1 Blade 16 Air filter cover 2 Grease filler cap, bevel gear 17 Handle adjustment 3 Bevel gear 18 Locking nut 4 Cutting attachment guard 19 Support flange 5 Shaft 20 Support cup 6 Handlebar 21 Drive disc 7 Throttle control 22 Trimmer head 8 Stop switch 23 Socket spanner 9 Throttle lockout 24 Operator’s manual 10 Suspension 25 Transport guard 11 Cylinder cover 26 Allen key 12 Starter handle 27 Locking pin 13 Fuel tank 28 Harness 14 Choke con
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for trimming grass, grass A clearing saw, brushcutter or trimmer can be dangerous if clearing and/or forestry clearing. used incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. It is extremely The only accessories you can operate with this engine unit important that you read and understand the contents of this are th
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BOOTS Throttle lockout Wear boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole. The throttle lockout is designed to prevent accidental operation of the throttle control. When you press the lock (A) (i.e. when you grasp the handle) it releases the throttle control (B). When you release the handle the throttle control and the throttle lockout both move back to their original positions. This movement is controlled by two independent return springs.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS then the carburettor idle setting must be checked. See Vibration damping system instructions under the heading Maintenance. Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation easier. Stop switch Using incorrectly wound cord or a blunt or incorrect cutting Use the stop switch to switch off the engine. attachment (wrong type or incorrectly filed, see instructions under the heading Fi
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the Quick release machine. There is an easily accessible, quick release fitted at the front as a safety precaution in case the engine catches fire, or in any other situation that requires you to free yourself from the machine and harness. See instructions under the heading Adjusting the harness and clearing saw. If the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark arrestor screen this must be cleaned regularly.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Locking nut Cutting equipment This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipment in order to: • Reduce the risk of blade thrust. A locking nut is used to secure some types of cutting attachment. • Obtain maximum cutting performance. • Extend the life of cutting equipment. IMPORTANT! Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend! See the chapter on Technical data. Refer to the instructions for the cutting attachment to check the cor
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General rules Sharpening grass cutters and grass blades Only use cutting attachments with the guards we • See the cutting attachment packaging for correct recommend! See the chapter on Technical data. sharpening instructions. Sharpen blades and cutters using a single-cut flat file. • Sharpen all edges equally to maintain the balance of the blade. Keep the teeth of the blade correctly sharpened! Follow our instructions and use the recommended file gauge. An incorrectl
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • The filing angle is 15°. File alternate teeth to the right and • To increase the life of the cord it can be soaked in water those in between to the left. If the blade has been heavily for a couple of days. This will make the line tougher so pitted by stones it may be necessary to dress the top that it lasts longer. edges of the teeth with a flat file, in exceptional cases. If so, this should be done before filing with a round file. The top edges must be filed down by t
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ASSEMBLY • Put on the harness and hang the machine from the Fitting the handlebar support hook. Now make a final adjustment so that the machine is in a comfortable working position when it hangs from the harness. Tighten the knob. • Remove the screw at the rear of the throttle handle. • Slide the throttle handle onto the right side of the handlebar, (see diagram). Transport position, handlebar • The handlebar can easily be turned to fit along the shaft • Align the screw hole in the throttle
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ASSEMBLY CAUTION! Use the recommended blade guard. See the Assembling the cutting equipment Technical data section. • Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft. WARNING! • Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the drive disc ! When fitting the cutting attachment it is aligns with the corresponding hole in the gear housing. extremely important that the raised section on the drive disc/support flange engages • Insert the locking pin (C) in the hole to lock the shaft. correctly in the
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ASSEMBLY CAUTION! Use the recommended blade guard. See the Fitting a trimmer guard and Technical data section. Superauto II 1" trimmer head G F D K G K F B B I C J I C • Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft. A • Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the drive disc • Fit the correct trimmer guard (A) for use with the trimmer aligns with the corresponding hole in the gear housing. head. Hook the trimmer guard/combination guard onto the fitting on the shaft and secure with the bo
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ASSEMBLY • Fit the bottom half of the trimmer head (K) to the cover (I) • Screw on the trimmer head/plastic blades (H) in the by pressing them together, with the cut-outs on the opposite direction to the direction of rotation. bottom half aligned with the catches on the cover. H H • To dismantle, follow the instructions in the reverse order. • To dismantle, follow the instructions in the reverse order. Adjusting the harness and clearing Fitting other guards and cutting saw attachments WARNING
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ASSEMBLY Correct height Adjust the shoulder strap so that the cutting attachment is parallel to the ground. Correct balance Let the cutting attachment rest lightly on the ground. If you use a saw blade it should balance about 10 cm above the ground to prevent contact with stones and the like. Adjust the position of the suspension ring to balance the clearing saw correctly. English – 17
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FUEL HANDLING Gasoline Fuel handling Always use an unleaded quality petrol of at least 90 octane Never start the machine: (RON). 1 If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and Use low-emission gasoline, also known as alkylate gasoline, allow remaining fuel to evaporate. if it is available. 2 If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes, • The lowest recommended octane grade is 87 change your clothes. Wash any part of your body that ((RON+MON)/2). If you run the engine
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FUEL HANDLING When the oil level is low, top up using engine oil to the edge of the oil refill hole. Only use recommended engine oil. Fueling 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
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STARTING AND STOPPING • Check that the trimmer head and trimmer guard are not Check before starting damaged or cracked. Replace the trimmer head or trimmer guard if they have been exposed to impact or are cracked. • Check the blade to ensure that no cracks have formed at the bottom of the teeth or by the centre hole. The most common reason why cracks are formed is that sharp corners have been formed at the bottom of the teeth while sharpening or that the blade has been used with dull tee
