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Operator′s manual
327HDA65
X-series
327HE3 327HE4
X-series 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 Symbols WARNING! Incorrect or careless Always wear approved protective use of a hedge trimmer can turn it gloves. 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. Wear sturdy, non-slip boots or shoes. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before Noise emission to the environment usi
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CONTENTS Contents Note the following before KEY TO SYMBOLS starting: Symbols ................................................................ 2 Please read the operator’s manual carefully. CONTENTS Contents ............................................................... 3 WARNING! Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing Note the following before starting: ........................ 3 ! impairment. So always use appr
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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 Husqvarna 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 the more than 300 years of beeing, the Husqvarna factory has produced a lot
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WHAT IS WHAT? 327HE4 327HDA65 What is what? 1 Cutter 16 Air purge 2 Grease nipple and plug for filling lubricant. 17 Air filter cover 3 Bevel gear 18 Clutch cover 4 Blade guard (327HDA65) 19 Hand guard mounting screw (327HDA65, 327HE3) 5 Shaft 20 Angle adjustment handle (327HE3, 327HE4) 6 Front handle (327HDA65, 327HE3) 21 Angle adjustment knob 7 Front handle (327HE4) 22 Hand guard (327HDA65, 327HE3) 8 Throttle control 23 Combination spanner 9 Stop switch 24 Operator′s manual 10 Throt
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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 twigs. into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and Never use a machine that has been modified in any way understand the contents of this operator’s manual. from its original specification. You must use approve
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CLOTHING the throttle control is automatically locked at the idle setting. Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on twigs and branches. Always wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear jewellery, shorts A sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level. FIRST AID KIT Always have a first aid kit nearby. B Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when the throttle lockout
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS position then the carburettor idle setting must be adjusted. Vibration damping system See instructions under the heading Maintenance. Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to minimize vibration and make operation easier. Stop switch The machine′s vibration damping system reduces the Use the stop switch to switch off the engine. transfer of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and the machine′s handle unit. Regu
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS a spark arrestor mesh. Check whether the muffler on your Blades machine is fitted with this kind of mesh. To ensure good cutting results it is important that the 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 loose e
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ASSEMBLY Fitting the hand guard and loop Fitting the handle handle (327HE3, 327HE4) (327HDA65, 327HE3) Fit the handle using two screws. 1 Assemble the hand guard and loop handle by screwing them together. Take care to align the holes in both parts. (327HDA65) Fitting the cutting head (327HDA65) 2 Slide the loop handle and hand guard onto the shaft. (327HDA65) 3 Slide the spacer into the slot in the loop handle. 4 Fit the nut and screw. Do not overtighten. It is important that the hedge trimme
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ASSEMBLY Adjusting the harness (327HE4) You should always use the harness with the machine to give maximum control over the machine and reduce the risk of fatigue in your arms and back. 1 Put on the harness. 2 Hook the machine onto the harness support hook. 3 Adjust the length of the harness so that the support hook is roughly level with your right hip. Fitting the impact guard (327HE4) Fit the guard using the three screws and washers. Fit the two short screws in hole A. Tighten the screws t
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FUEL HANDLING Petrol Fuel safety Never start the machine: 1 If you have spilt fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate. CAUTION! Always use a quality petrol/oil mixture at least 2 If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes, 90 octane (RON). If your machine is equipped with a change your clothes. Wash any part of your body that catalytic converter (see chapter on Technical data) always has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water. use a good qual
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FUEL HANDLING Mixing Fuelling • Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. • Always start by filling half the amount of the petrol to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of WARNING! Taking the following petrol. 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 engi
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STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting Starting and stopping • Inspect the working area. Remove any objects that WARNING! The complete clutch cover could be thrown out. and shaft must be fitted before the ! • Check the cutting attachment. Never use blades that machine is started, otherwise the clutch are dull, cracked or damaged. can come loose and cause personal injury. Always move the machine about 3 metres from the refuelling position before starting. Place the machine on a firm s
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STARTING AND STOPPING CAUTION! Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended. This can damage the machine. CAUTION! Do not put any part of your body in marked area. Contact can result in burns to the skin, or electrical shock if the spark plug cap has been damaged. Always use gloves. Do not use a machine with damaged spark plug cap. Stopping The engine is switched off by moving the stop switch to the stop position. C
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WORKING TECHNIQUES • Never work from a ladder, stool or any other raised General working instructions position that is not fully secured. IMPORTANT! 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 proceed you should ask an expert. Contact your dealer or your service workshop. Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your capability. WARNING! The machine can cause serious personal injury.
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WORKING TECHNIQUES • Always lay the machine on the ground when you are • Adjust the throttle setting to suit the load. not using it. • When trimming a hedge the engine should always • Do not cut too close to the ground. Stones and other face away from the hedge. objects can be thrown out. • Hold the machine as close to your body as possible to • Check the working area for foreign objects such as get the best balance. electricity cables, insects and animals, etc, or other objects that could da
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WORKING TECHNIQUES (327HDA65) Transport position • Undo the knob. (327HE4) Once the work has been completed fold the cutting unit back against the shaft to simplify transport and storage of the hedge trimmer. 1 Turn off the engine. 2 Loosen the knob on the shaft (clockwise). • Press the cutting unit against the hedge or some other firm surface until the required angle is set. 3 Grip the handle on the cutting unit and angle the cutting unit upwards. At an angle of 90 degrees there is a stop p
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MAINTENANCE Basic setting Carburettor • The basic carburettor settings are adjusted during Your Husqvarna product has been designed and testing at the factory. The basic setting is richer than manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful the optimal setting and should be maintained for the emissions. After the engine has used 8-10 tanks of fuel first few hours the machine is in use. The carburettor the engine will be run-in. To ensure that it continues to run should then be finely adj
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MAINTENANCE cause fire if directed against dry and combustible Cooling system material. To keep the working temperature as low as possible the machine is equipped with a cooling system. 4 3 2 Some mufflers are equipped with a special spark arrestor mesh. If your machine has this type of muffler, you should clean the mesh at least once a week. This is best done with a wire brush. 1 The cooling system consists of: On mufflers without a catalytic converter the mesh should 1 Air intake on the star
