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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: • Carburettor malfunctions 4 • Starting problems 3 • Loss of engine power 2 • Unnecessary wear to engine parts. • Excessive fuel consumption. Clean the filter every 25 hours, or more regularly if conditions 1 are exceptionally dusty. The cooling system consists of: 1 Air intake on
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MAINTENANCE 5 Clean the air filter. Replace if necessary. Gear housing 6 Check that the hand guard is not damaged. Replace the guard if damaged. 7 Check that nuts and screws are tight. There are three grease nipples on the gear housing. Use a 8 Check that there are no fuel leaks from the engine, tank or grease gun to top up with grease. This should be carried out fuel lines. approximately every 20 working hours. Use Husqvarna special grease, part no. 503 98 96-01. Weekly maintenance 5 2 3 4
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TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Technical data 325HDA55 325HE3 325HE4 Engine 3 Cylinder displacement, cm 24,5 24,5 24,5 Cylinder bore, mm 34 34 34 Stroke, mm 27 27 27 Idle speed, rpm 2700 2700 2700 Recommended max. speed, rpm 9500-10500 9500-10500 9500-10500 Max. speed;should not be exceded, rpm 10800 10800 10800 Max. engine output, acc. to ISO 8893 0,9/9000 0,9/9000 0,9/9000 Catalytic converter muffler Yes Yes Yes Speed-regulated ignition system Yes Yes Yes Ignition system Manufacturer/type of ign
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Operator′s manual
325HDA55 325HE3
X-series X-series
325HE4
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! Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer out any checks or maintenance. can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and Always wear approved protective gloves. understand the contents of t
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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 im
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FIRST AID KIT Personal protective equipment Always have a first aid kit nearby. IMPORTANT! Whenever you use the hedge trimmer you must use personal protective equipment that is approved by the authorities. Personal protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of injury, but it can reduce the degree of injury in the event of an accident. Ask your dealer for help when choosing equipment. Machine′s safety equipment WARNING! Listen out for warning sign
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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 ! remain
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • See instructions under the heading Start. Start the hedge Checking, maintaining and servicing trimmer and apply full throttle. Release the throttle trigger the machine′s safety equipment and check that the blades stop and remain stationary. If the blades move when the throttle trigger is in the idle position then the carburettor idle setting must be adjusted. WARNING! All servicing and repair work on See instructions under the heading Maintenance
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Muffler Cutter guard (325HDA55) • Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler. • Check that the blade guard is not damaged or distorted. • Replace the blade guard if it is bent or damaged. A • Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine. B Gear housing • The gear housing gets hot when the machine has been in use. To avoid burning yourself do not touch the gear housing. • If the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark arrestor mesh
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Fuel safety General safety precautions IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for cutting branches and • Always use a fuel container with an anti-spill valve. twigs. • Never refuel the machine while the engine is running. Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your before refuelling. vision, your judgement or your co-ordinat
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions while working Safety instructions when using the hedge trimmer WARNING! The machine can cause serious • Always ensure you have a safe and stable working personal injury. Read the safety instructions position ! carefully. Learn how to use the machine. • Always use both hands to hold the machine. Hold the machine at the side of your body. WARNING! Cutting tool. Do not touch the tool without first switching off the engine. ! CAUTION! Plea
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Always wear heavy-duty gloves when repairing the cutting Changing the hedge trimmer angle attachment. This is extremely sharp and can easily cause cuts. (325HE3,325HE4) • Undo the knob. • Store the machine out of reach of children. • Use only original spare parts for repairs. Basic working techniques • Work with a swinging action from the bottom upwards when trimming sides. • Grasp the handle on the angle stop, adjust to the desired angle and then tighten the knob.
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WHAT IS WHAT? 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 (325HDA55) 18 Clutch cover 5 Shaft 19 Hand guard mounting screw (325HDA55,325HE3) 6 Front handle (325HDA55,325HE3) 20 Angle adjustment handle (325HE3,325HE4) 7 Front handle (325HE4) 21 Angle adjustment knob 8 Throttle control 22 Hand guard (325HDA55,325HE3) 9 Stop switch 23 Combination spanner 10 Throttle lock 24 Operator′s manual 11 Harness support hook (325HE4
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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 (325HDA55,325HE3) 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 Slide t
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FUEL HANDLING Mixing Fuel • Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container intended CAUTION! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine for fuel. and must always been run using a mixture of petrol and two- stroke engine oil. It is important to accurately measure the • Always start by filling half the amount of the petrol to be amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct mixture is used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the obtained. When mixing small amounts
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STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting Starting and stopping Starting • Inspect the working area. Remove any objects that could be thrown out. • Check the cutting attachment. Never use blades that are dull, cracked or damaged. WARNING! The complete clutch cover and gear housing must be fitted before the ! machine is started, otherwise the clutch may come loose and cause personal injury. Always move the machine about 3 metres from the refuelling position before starting. Place the mach
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STARTING AND STOPPING Air purge: Press the air purge diaphragm repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the diaphragm. The diaphragm need not be completely filled. 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 en
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MAINTENANCE CAUTION! If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine Carburettor is idling the idle adjustment screw T should be turned anti- clockwise until the cutting attachment stops. Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful Rec. idle speed 2700 rpm emissions. After the engine has used 8-10 tanks of fuel the engine will be run-in. To ensure that it continues to run at peak Recommended max. speed: See the Technical data section. per
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MAINTENANCE The blades must also remain stationary when the choke Correctly adjusted carburettor control is in the start throttle position. When the carburettor is correctly adjusted the machine accelerates without hesitation and burbles a little at maximum speed. It is also important that the blades do not move when the engine is idling or when the choke control is in the start position. If the low speed jet L is set too lean it may cause starting difficulties and poor acceleration. If the
