Husqvarna 4000 User's Manual
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1. Insure all guards are secure undamaged and properly in stalled Do not operate the saw unless all guards safety equipment and the engine kill switch are in place and operational Check the air filter D and clean or replace if necessary Check for proper specification of blade and that the skid plate operates properly Check that the blade and skid plate are in good condition Make sure the work site is clean well lit and hazard free To start the engine turn the key switch on the ON C po sition Raise the saw by pushing the rocker switch P on the right handle to the full and up position Move the engine throttle lever O 1 3 of the way to the open position Close the engine choke lever F The closed choke position enriches the fuel mixture for starting a cold engine The open choke position provides the correct fuel mixture for operation after the engine starts and for restarting a warm engine Start the engine by turning the key switch C to START position and release once the engine starts Slowly close the choke lever F Allow the engine to warm for a few minutes ASPHYXIATION HAZARD Running an engine in a confined or badly ventilated area can result in injury or death due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning Open the engine throttle lever to full open position for maxi mum engine speed by pulling the throttle knob O at the han dle Lower the front guide to the full down position b2. OIL HANDLING NOTICE Used oil is a hazardous waste product Dispose of used oil properly Do not discard with household waste Check with your local authorities service center or dealer for safe disposal recycling facility ENGINE OIL Oil Recommendation The engine holds approximately 2 quart 1 9 liter when chang ing oil Use a 4 stroke automotive detergent oil of API service class SE or higher grade Do not use special additives Choose a viscosity according to the table below Please read the enclosed Kohler Operator s Manual for com plete oil information HYDROSTATIC TRANS OIL Mobil DTE 26 hydraulic oil or equivalent 20W with viscosity of 68 ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Checking Adding and Changing Oil Check the engine oil level A daily with saw fully lowered and the engine level See the enclosed Kohler manual for more details Use SAE 10W 30 viscosity detergent automotive type with API service class SE or higher grade oil Note Engine holds approximately 2 quart 1 9 liter when changing oil and oil filter Changing the Oil Change oil after the first 5 to 8 hours of use Thereafter every 50 hours The oil drain hose D is located at the front of the saw 1 With the engine OFF but still warm remove the brass cap and drain the oil in a pan and remove the oil filter C 2 Before installing new filter lightly oil filter gasket with fresh clean oil 3
3. cially the blade block Blade block and cover should be secure to the saw and not damaged Lexan side covers on the blade block should move freely up and down Diamond blade Inspect diamond blades daily for damage cracks secure fit to the arbor loss of segments warping or overheating If any blade shows any of these problems discard the blade and never use Skid plate Inspect the skid plate daily for damage excessive wear in the blade slot burrs on the concrete surface side twisting and free movement up and down when installed on the blade block Replace the skid plate with each new diamond blade Never reuse the skid plates or spalling and raveling may result 11 Saw controls Inspect all controls for proper function daily Check all the in terlocks for operation especially the engine on off switch for proper operation Belts Inspect the blade drive belt and transmission belt for cracks or signs of wear The belt tension is controlled by belt tensioner and does not require adjustment Inspect the belt tensioner for free movement up and down Insure the belt tensioner bear ings roll freely Blade shaft bearings Lubricate the blade shaft bearings with 3 pumps of Lithium 12 based grease every 50 hours Cleaning Clean the blade block of any excess concrete build up after each use Keep the handle bars and controls clean and dry Immediately clean any spilled fuel from the saw Keep all openings and slot on the engin
4. can be caught in moving parts Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair Use caution when loading and unloading saw e Stay alert Maintain awareness of saw operation Use common sense Do not operate saw when tired or after consumption of any substance that would impair physical function or rational judgment Do not over reach Keep proper footing and balance WORK AREA SAFETY Never operate the saw in any application or job where you are not trained or supervised Keep visitors children and animals out of the work area Observe all safety regulations for the safe handling of fuel Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited Do not refuel indoors or in poorly ventilated areas Handle fuel in safety containers Shut off the engine and allow it to cool before refueling Wipe the saw dry if fuel is spilled on it Always move away from the fueling area before starting the engine Do not smoke while refueling Do not operate the saw while smoking or near an open flame Do not operate the saw in areas of combustible material or fumes Sparks may occur from the saw that could cause a fire or explosion Operate only in well ventilated areas Engine exhaust contain carbon monoxide which can cause loss of consciousness and possible death e The muffler and engine become very hot during operation Keep all body parts and foreign material away from the engine while running Avoid
5. 4 Husqvarna ENG Operator s Manual 4000 Read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the 4000 CES Manual del operador Lea cuidadosamente estas instrucciones y asegurese de que las comprende bien antes de usar el 4000 Manuel d utilisation Veuillez lire attentivement ces instructions et assurez vous de bien les comprendre avant d utiliser la machine mod le 4000 HUSQVARNA CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS CONTENTS Content Page Table of contents 2 Unpacking PETER 2 Transporting CAPA NE mm A 2 Sound AA 2 Introduction personal safety 3 Registration of the product 4 General safety message 4 Safety WaIMINGS sucer eo atn Torna rta cain en tha otn 5 Excel series blades 6 Blade and skid plate installation 6 What is what ooccococnncccccnccccccnccccnnconnnononos T Operating instructions 8 Fuel and fuel safety warnings 9 Recommended fuels 9 Recommended oils 9 Engine and transmission maintenance 10 Other maintenance 11 Sawing contraction joints 12 Maximizing the Soff Cut system 19 Troubleshooting wouicsssxedssourseusisacvseurcosssncemcns 14 Tec
6. Screw filter on by hand until gasket contacts oil filter adapt er Tighten 1 2 to 3 4 turn more 4 Replace the brass cap on the oil drain hose 5 Fill the engine at the oil fill cap B to the F mark on the dipstick A with 2 quarts 1 9 liters of oil as NOTICE Used oil is a hazardous waste product Dispose of used oil properly Do not discard with household waste Check with your local authorities service center or dealer for safe disposal recycling facility Fuel filter Inspect the fuel filter E every 50 hours Replace the fuel filter annually 10 Air filter The air cleaner assembly F is accessed on the top of the engine The air cleaner element should be replaced every 50 hours Refer to the supplied engine manual and the Heavy Duty Air Cleaner for additional information ADDITIONAL ENGINE INFORMATION Please see the Kohler Operator s Manual for additional infor mation about servicing the engine The manual also has specific information about specifications tune up parts engine warranty emission compliance etc Transmission oil Check the transmission oil level daily The transmission is ac cessible from the rear of the saw The oil reservoir G located on the top of the transmission has an oil level line 1 8 3 mm from the bottom of the reservoir to indicate the proper fluid level when cold Use hydraulic oil 20W with viscosity of 68 Mo bil DTE 26 or equivalent Transmiss
7. modified without the permission of the manu facturer Always use genuine accessories Unauthorized modifications and or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others Your warranty may not cover damage or liability caused by the use of unauthorized accessories or replacement parts ASPHYXIATION HAZARD CALIFORNIA PROP 65 HEARING HAZARD Running an engine in a con Use of this product can expose During the normal use of this fined or badly ventilated area you to materials known to the machine operator may be can result in injury or death due State of California to cause exposed to a noise level equal to asphyxiation or carbon cancer and or birth defects or to or higher than 85 dB A Use monoxide poisoning other reproductive harm hearing protection SAFETY WARNINGS Ah WARNING Failure to comply with the following warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death PERSONAL SAFETY Read and understand instructions before operating saw Always wear safety approved hearing eye head and respiratory protection Wear boots with non slip soles to provide proper footing Steel toed safety boots are recommended Wear rubber work gloves to avoid contact with wet concrete which can cause serious skin irritation e Know how to stop the saw quickly in case of emergency Keep all parts of your body away from blade and other moving parts Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry which
8. the diamond blade to cut at its own rate of speed Check the skid plate for damage or burrs Insure both driver tubes are contacting the rear wheels driver tubes are clean and rear wheels are not damaged Check that the smaller diameter driver tube is on the left wheel battery side and the larger diameter driver tube is on the right side blade side 14 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Weight and Dimensions 4000 Weight dry 440 lbs 200 kg Weight with gasoline and oil full 454 lbs 206 kg Length 61 inch 1549 mm Width 28 inch 711 mm Height 38 inch 965 mm Blade Material cut Green concrete only Blade type 13 5 343 mm or 12 0 305 mm dry cut with tri arbor Blade rotation Counter clockwise upcutting Blade shaft speed 3500 rpm Cutting depth 3 inch maximum 76 mm depending on blade size and amount of blade wear Cutting distance from wall 3 1 2 Inch 89 mm Average cutting rate Estimate only Speed will vary with job conditions and concrete mixes 3 inch 76 mm depth 2 inch 51 mm depth Soft aggregates 14 ft min 4 3 m min 24 ft min 7 3 m min Medium aggregates 11 ft min 3 4 m min 17 ft min 5 2 m min Hard aggregates 7 ft min 2 1 m min 9 ft min 2 7 m mim Blades are available in 13 5 inch 343 mm and 12 inch 305 mm diameters and in 0 100 inch 2 5 mm 0 250 inch 6 4 mm 0 380 inch 9 7 mm and 0 500 inch 12 7 mm widths Engine Kohler Command Pro CH18S Engine oil volume 2 quarts 1 9 liters Ga
9. the saw out of the cut to maximum height by depressing the rocker switch in the UP position The self propel function of the saw will not operate with the unit raised Move the engine throttle lever to the full closed posi tion Turn the engine kill switch to the OFF position Ah WARNING Do not leave the saw unattended while the engine is running Always secure the saw from movement while unattended Always clean the blade block assembly thoroughly before stor ing the saw Always close fuel valve before transporting Before each use carefully inspect the 4000 for any damage to any of its parts and components Pay careful attention to any leakage of gasoline or oil Under no circumstance should the 4000 or any of its attachments be operated if you find damage or are suspicious that something appears to be dam aged FUEL HANDLING Taking the following precautions will lessen the risk of injury and property damage Use extreme care in handling gasoline It is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Use only approved gasoline containers Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool a minimum of 3 minutes before refueling Never fuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appl
10. to any general purpose dealer or dis tributor nearest you lf you are unable to obtain warranty service or are dissatisfied with the warranty service you received contact the owner of the dealership involved Normally this should resolve your problem For further assistance call our parts and service department at 1 800 776 3328 or 1 951 272 2330 WARRANTY ON REPLACEMENT PARTS There is a three 3 months warranty from date of purchase on all replacement parts COPYRIGHT 2009 HUSQVARNA CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS Covered by one or more of the following U S Patents 4769201 4889675 4928662 4938201 5056499 5086750 5184597 5303688 5305729 5373834 5441033 5505189 5507273 5570677 5575271 5579754 5582899 5603310 5660161 5664553 5666939 5689072 58030371 6892719 6990972 7073495 7163010 7258115 Other U S and foreign patents pending 16 H Husqvarna www husqvarnacp com 905 41 78 04 2009 07 Printed In U S A
11. 2330 or 800 776 3328 or see our website www husqvarnacp com 13 TROUBLESHOOTING SAW IS SPALLING AND RAVELLING CUT Check to see if the diamond blade is worn out glazed warped or damaged Insure skid plate moves freely up and down the entire shaft length without contacting the diamond blade Check skid plate for excessive wear or gap around the diamond blade Check skid plate for tension or loose mounts Skid plates are preset at the factory Check bottom of skid plate for metal burrs or irregularities Insure skid plate is not twisted or bent Check lexan covers for free movement up and down Insure there is spring down pressure at each end of the skid plate Do not twist or move the saw sideways while cutting Check that the engine is running properly and at full throttle Check belt and belt idler for proper tension Insure the diamond blade is properly mounted and secured with clean flanges Insure that the diamond blade is the correct specification for your area Insure the slab is in clean with no debris that could raise the skid plate or saw while cutting Use Husqvarna joint protectors at all cut intersections Clean excess concrete debris from the blade block assembly Check that the scrapers in the blade block are not bent or binding Insure that the blade block shafts are not bent or damaged Check that the front diverter in the blade block is not bent and t
12. a hard aggregate and non abrasive sand Hard to ultra hard aggregate and non abrasive sand Hard aggregate medium abrasive sand Medium hard aggregate medium abrasive sand Medium hard to soft aggregate abrasive sand Soft aggregate highly abrasive sand BLADE AND SKID PLATE INSTALLATION Step 1 Turn the key switch located on the engine to the ON posi tion Press the rocker switch located in the right handle bar to raise the saw to its full height Turn the key to the OFF posi tion Step 2 Remove the blade block cover A by turning the two locking knobs counter clockwise Insert the blade wrench supplied with the saw on the blade shaft bolt C on the end of the blade shaft in the blade block I Rotate the blade shaft counter clockwise with wrench on the blade shaft bolt C while push ing in on the blade shaft locking pin J located on the front of the saw frame The locking pin will drop in the blade shaft and prevent the shaft from rotating Step 3 Remove the blade shaft bolt by continuing to turn the bolt counter clockwise Remove the outer arbor washer or flange D Ah WARNING Inspect the blade K for any damage Do not use any blade that has cracks nicks flaws or a damaged arbor Make sure the blade is marked with a maximum operat ing speed greater than 3500 rpm Step 4 Match the blade tri arbor to the blade shaft arbor F and install the blade firmly against the rear flange F Insu
13. ator without marking or damaging the concrete There are many possibilities for joint layout Joint layout should be provided the saw contractor should submit a detailed joint layout for approval prior to cut ting Several factors affect joint spacing including Concrete thickness Type amount and location of reinforcement e Shrinkage potential of concrete cement type quantity aggregate size quantity quality water to cement ratio admixtures concrete temperature Base friction Slab restraints Layout of foundations racks pits equipment pad trenches etc e Environmental factors temperature wind humidity Methods and quality of concrete curing Generally contraction joint patterns should divide slabs into approximate square panels per the recommended spacing shown RECOMMENDED CONTRACTION JOINT SPACING Concrete thickness in mm Maximum spacing ft m 3 5 90 4 4 5 100 114 5 5 5 125 140 6 150 or greater At all intersecting cross cuts install Husqvarna joint protectors at each joint to prevent joint damage Install an additional joint protector where the right wheel will cross the joint to prevent concrete damage 12 MAXIMIZING THE SOFF CUT SYSTEM The timing of concrete operations especially finishing and jointing is critical states a quote from the foreword of the American Concrete Institute ACI 302 1 R 96 It goes on to say that Failure to address this issue can cont
14. dangerous environments Do not expose saw to rain Keep work area well lit and clean SAW SAFETY Do not leave saw unattended while the engine is running Do not alter the saw Any alteration or modification is misuse and may result in a dangerous condition All safety guards must be in place before starting the engine Only operate the saw from behind the machine with both hands on the handle Do not use damaged equipment blades guards or personal protection equipment Do not disable safety equipment or kill switches Do not operate the saw if there is a fuel leak Use extreme caution when maneuvering the saw on ramps or loading and unloading from trucks or trailers Use only Husqvarna Construction Products replacement parts Use of unauthorized parts may create a danger Do not use the saw as vehicle for transporting personnel or equipment Remove the ignition cable from the spark plug before performing saw maintenance or changing blades to prevent accidental engine starting e Remove all wrenches from the saw before starting Never stand on the saw When the saw is not in use or transporting remove the blade and lower the saw completely Properly secure the saw to prevent accidental movement BLADE SAFETY Examine cutting blades before each use Do not use any blades that has cracks nicks or flaws Tri arbor hole should be undamaged Use only dry cut steel centered tri arbor diamond bla
15. defec tive This warranty does not apply to defects caused by damage unreasonable use faulty repairs made by others or defects caused by failure to provide reasonable maintenance while in the possession of the consumer Further the warranty is void if the product or any of its components are altered or modified by the consumer purchaser or if the product is used in an inappropriate manner not recommended by the manufacturer The use of any other blade except Husqvarna Construction Products blades and skid plates will void the warranty and could cause internal damage to the motor In no event shall Husqvarna Construction Products be liable for any indirect incidental or consequential damages from the sale or use of the product This disclaimer applies both during and after the term of this warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and other possible rights which may vary from state to state Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you WARRANTY ON ENGINE Husqvarna Construction Products does not perform warranty repairs or reimburse for warranty repairs on engines Engine warranties are provided by the engine manufacturer To obtain warranty repair Take your engine along with your proof of purchase
16. des made for cutting green concrete e Husqvarna Excel Series diamond blades are designed to only cut green concrete Cutting any other material may result in blade failure or a dangerous condition Inspect blade flanges for damage excessive wear and cleanliness before mounting the blade The blade should fit snugly on clean undamaged tri arbor shaft Use only Husqvarna Excel Series blades or blades marked with a maximum operating speed greater than 3500 rpm Never operate the saw without the blade block assembly securely in place including blade cover lexan shields and skid plate installed in working order A damaged blade block assembly must be replaced to protect the operator Make sure the blade does not make contact with the ground or any other surface when maneuvering the saw Avoid getting in direct line with the blade or contacting the blade while it is rotating 5 EXCEL SERIES BLADES The Excel Series of diamond blades have been designed specifically for the Soff Cut Ultra Early Entry dry cutting system of green concrete These specialty blades are designed to increase speed and life while cutting a wide range of aggregates Choose the correct specification of diamond blade for your area as follows Purple Excel Series 1000 XL14 1000 Green Excel Series 2000 XL14 2000 Red Excel Series 3000 XL14 3000 Orange Excel Series 4000 XL14 4000 Yellow Excel Series 5000 XL14 5000 Black Excel Series 6000 XL14 6000 Ultr
17. e shrouding on the saw clean open so air flows freely through the engine to insure proper cooling MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check guarding diamond blade Daily skid plate lexan covers controls and oil levels Clean blade block assembly and saw Daily Replace air cleaner Every 50 hours Replace engine oil Every 50 hours Grease blade shaft bearings Every 50 hours Check blade drive belt the transmission drive belt and belt tensioner Every 50 hours Replace the fuel filter Annually Ah WARNING Do not modify the saw Use only Husqvarna Construc tion Products replacement parts Use of unauthorized parts may create a danger or damage the engine SAWING CONTRACTION JOINTS As concrete hydrates or cures and begins to set it develops internal stresses which may cause random cracks Random cracks cast doubt on the quality and workmanship of the concrete Contraction joints are cut in concrete to relieve these stresses before they seek their own relief in the form of random crack The Soff Cut Ultra Early Entry system controls random cracking through the early timing of a saw cut at predetermined locations to create weakened planes in the concrete that subsequently crack at the bottom of the cut to relieve stress Husqvarna sawed contraction joints should be a minimum of 1 8th the concrete depth and a minimum of 1 25mm deep Contraction joints should be sawn as soon as the concrete will support the weight of the saw and the oper
18. erefore use this product only in a manner described in this manual Operation or handling the machine in any other manner can lead to serious injury or death If a situation is not described in this manual it should be considered dangerous and not be done If you are unfamiliar with this product make sure that you carefully understand how it functions and practice all operations and handling before putting the machine to use Familiarize yourself in the presence of an experienced operator Avoid all situations that are beyond your capability If you still feel uncertain about the operating procedures after reading these instructions DO NOT operate the machine until you have consulted an experienced operator If you have further questions you can contact the closest Husqvarna Construction Products location by writing or calling see information below You can also find the closest location by searching the internet at www husqvarnacp com Husqvarna Construction Products will willingly be of service and provide you with advice as well as help you to use your product both efficiently and safely Additional manuals are available at NO CHARGE and can also be obtained on the internet site Toll Free no 800 776 3328 USA amp Canada Husqvarna Construction Products Phone no 951 272 2330 265 Radio Road Telefax no 951 272 2338 Corona California 92879 USA Internet Site www husqvarnacp com PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT When working and ope
19. he diverter legs are not contacting the concrete ENGINE RUNS ROUGH BACK FIRES OR CAN NOT REACH FULL SPEED Check if there is fuel in the tank and it is the correct fuel Make sure there is no water in the fuel Check that the spark plugs are clean and properly gapped Check that choke is in the off position after engine is warm Check that air filter is not dirty or plugged Check that the throttle lever is properly set ENGINE WILL NOT START Check that the rocker switch is in the on position Check if there is fuel in the tank and it is the correct fuel Make sure there is no water in the fuel Check that the spark plug wires are connected to the spark plugs Engine is flooded Adjust the choke per the engine owner s manual Check that the air filter is not dirty or plugged Check the choke is in the on position for cold starts Adjust the choke per the engine owner s manual Check that the blade shaft rotates freely and no concrete has built up in the blade block SAW PULLS TO ONE SIDE WHILE SAWING Check front and rear guide is properly aligned with the center of the diamond blade Check to see if diamond blade is worn out glazed warped or damaged Do not twist or move the saw sideways while cutting Make gradual changes in pressure on the handlebar to control the saw in the cut Insure that all wheels rolls freely and smoothly Do not force the saw Allow
20. hnical specifications 15 Conformity certificates 15 A A cada dedaninnieankian 16 UNPACKING Your 4000 saw has been shipped from the factory thoroughly inspected Only minimal assembly is required to start using the saw Remove the saw from the container using proper lift ing techniques Discard or recycle the packing material per your regional laws In your container will be the 4000 saw blade shaft wrench spark plug wrench an owner s manual an engine owner s manual a part list a warranty card a joint protector sample pack and a ramp for unloading the saw Con nect the battery cables and turn the key switch to the ON or 1 position Press the rocker switch on the instrument panel to raise the saw Place the unloading ramp at the edge of the container and roll the saw out of the container Lower the saw and turn the key switch to the OFF or 0 position NOTE No diamond cutting blade or skid plate is included with the saw Purchase the appropriate Husqvarna Excel Series 12 or 13 5 inch blade from your local Husqvarna Construction Product dealer TRANSPORTING The 4000 saw weights approximately 454 pounds 206 ki lograms when ready to use Use safe lifting practices when handling the saw Always remove the diamond blade when transporting the saw Always transport the saw with a skid plate installed Fold the guide arm back The saw can be lifted from the ce
21. iances Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle when filling Remove the 4000 from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel the equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately Never overfill fuel tank Always wipe off any spilled fuel or oil Replace fuel cap and tighten PROPER FUEL The Kohler engine is certified to operate on automotive un leaded gasoline with a pump octane rating M R of 87 or higher Fuel tank capacity is 4 5 gallon 17 liters Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped You may use regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10 ethanol E10 Do not use gasoline containing methanol Use of fuels with an ethanol content of more than 10 E10 may cause starting and or performance problems It may also damage metal rubber and plastic parts of the fuel system as well as posing a fire hazard Do not use fuel that is older than 30 days Old fuel can cause running problems as well as fuel system damage The engine will not operate on gasoline marketed as E 85 85 ethanol
22. ion neutral With the saw control lever pulled back towards the operator the saw should fully stop and not creep or move To adjust the transmission neutral position loosen the lock nut on the cable end H at the transmission Pull the spring sleeve back and adjust the swivel until the saw fully stops moving Tighten the lock nut a k 3 id S NN E iH OTHER MAINTENANCE Battery The battery is maintenance free If the battery ever requires charging use only a voltage regulated taper current charger designed specifically for sealed lead acid gel cell batteries rated at 2 amps or less part 505583501 A standard auto motive or any other type battery charger not designed specifi cally for sealed gel batteries will cause permanent damage to the installed battery and void any warranty Do not leave the ignition key in the ON position as this will drain the battery Connecting and disconnecting a battery can cause sparks and short circuits Do not short battery ter minals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time A spark or flame can cause a lead acid battery to explode Before connecting a battery remove metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Use gloves and protective glasses or face shield when working with a battery Eye Protection Protective Gloves Explosion Danger Guards Check all guards for damage and proper function daily espe
23. nter hook on the roll cage Always store and trans port the saw in a completely lowered position and secured from moving L ip e mua ZA Rear guide Ah CAUTION Only use the center hook on the roll cage when lifting the 4000 SOUND DATA According to Standard SO 3744 1998 and Directive 2000 14 EC for environmental sound level and according to Standard ISO 11201 1995 for sound level at the operator s position the 4000 saw emits the following Sound power level Lwa 109 dB A Sound pressure level Lpa 91 dB A Ah WARNING Always wear safety approved hearing protection INTRODUCTION The 4000 is designed as a heavy duty commercial industrial and paving Ultra Early Entry con crete saw The patented Soff Cut Ultra Early Entry dry cutting system controls random cracking of concrete through the early timing of the saw cutting usually within one to two hours after finishing process is com pleted The patented low noise and low dust blade block and skid plate technology in conjunction with the Husqvarna blades allows for Ultra Early Entry sawing the same day while minimizing chipping and spalling The saw is a self propelled style with manual controls for most functions It is an electric start saw with power blade depth control Common sense The focus of this manual is HOW to operate and service the equipment safely It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can face when using this equipment Th
24. rating the saw the following approved personal safety items should be used ie or Head Hearing Eye Safety Protective Protection Protection Protection Shoes Gloves REGISTER THE PRODUCT Please register your new 4000 with Husqvarna Construction Products by mailing in the registration card that came with the machine or you can register on the internet site www husqvarnawarranty com Registration will allow us to contact in case of any critical updates or recalls on this machine Warranty registration has also been found to be helpful in tracing stolen equipment Record the following information for your records PURCHASE DATE MODEL No SERIAL No ENGINE MODEL ENGINE TYPE ENGINE CODE The 4000 model and serial number as well as the engine model number engine type and code are critical in order to obtain the correct service parts SAFETY DEFINITIONS In this manual a Safety Alert Symbol A followed by the signal words WARNING and CAUTION are used to identify safety information about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage These signal words mean A WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE indicates a message not related to personal injury SAFETY HAZARDS DO NOT MODIFY THE PRODUCT Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be
25. re the blade is installed on the tri arbor correctly Match the female tri arbor of the outer washer or flange with the blade shaft and install the blade shaft bolt turning clockwise while holding the locking pin in Be sure the outer flange is fully seated and firmly holding the diamond blade in position Step 5 Install a new skid plate G by hooking the front on the front blade block shaft pin Connect the rear blade block shaft and the rear of the skid plate by installing the locking pin B Step 6 Install the blade cover by turning the two knobs and tighten un til fully seated against the blade block Lift the front and rear of the skid plate to insure the blade slides through the skid plate freely Step 7 Insure the lexan shields E amp H move freely up and down When replacing a worn blade thoroughly clean the concrete from blade block and blade cover before installing the new blade Discard the old skid plate and replace it with a new skid plate NOTE The patented skid plate is the most important part of the Soff Cut Ultra Early Entry system If it is bent twisted or damaged spalling and raveling of a cut may result Store skid plates carefully and install them properly Install a new skid plate with each new blade Never re use skid plates jM Tu 4 WHAT IS WHAT E A Model number and serial number What is what Oil fill cap Oil filter Engine on off switch Air cleaner Fuel fil
26. ribute to unde sirable characteristics in the wearing surface as cracking It mentions other problems The patented Soff Cut Ultra Early Entry system has revolutionized the method used to control random cracking While Soff Cut is being specified more today than ever sometimes the ultra early entry spec is not always followed on the job site In order for the Soff Cut system and an experienced Husqvarna contractor to do a satisfactory job four components must exist to meet the specification 1 A Soff Cut Ultra Early Entry dry up cut saw 2 A Husqvarna Excel Series dry cutting diamond blade 3 A Husqvarna anti ravel skid plate installed with every new diamond blade 4 An operator skilled in using the Soff Cut Ultra Early Entry cutting system Without this joints can not be cut clearly enough to control random cracking before it starts which is what the building owner is paying for The ACI Spec 302 1R 96 says it best Early entry dry cut saws use diamond impregnated blades and a skid plate that helps prevent spalling Timely chang ing of skid plates is necessary to effectively control spalling It is best to change skid plates in accordance with manufacturer s recommendations he goal of saw cutting is to create a weakened plane as soon as the joint can be cut The timing of the early entry process allows joints to be in place prior to development of significant tensile stress in the concrete The Portland Cemen
27. soline tank volume 4 5 gal 17 liters Type Air cooled 4 cycle twin cylinder hydraulic overhead valves gasoline engine Air filter Dual element construction duty Oil system Full pressure lubrication with spin on oil filter Muffler Low noise front exhaust Emissions Complies with EPA Phase 2 and CARB Tier II USA regulations Cooling Air cooled Cylinder Aluminum with cast iron liner Controls Engine mounted manual throttle and choke levers manual on off switch CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD CARB This machine is considered a preempt Off Road Application as relating to CARB standards Under construction equipment and in particular as a Saws concrete masonry cutoff with engine power less than 19KW 25hp CARB standards do not apply to this machine For more information see the website http www arb ca gov msprog offroad preempt htm 15 WARRANTY HUSQVARNA EQUIPMENT WARRANTY New 4000 sold by Husqvarna Construction Products are warranted to be free from manufacturing defects in nor mal service for a period of six 6 months for labor and up to one 1 year on parts from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser or date of introduction into rental company fleet Our obligation under this warranty is expressly limited to the replacement or repair at Husqvarna Construction Prod ucts or at a service facility designated by us of such part or parts if inspection shall disclose it to have been
28. t Association PCA engineering bulletin Concrete Floors on the ground also states Proper jointing can eliminate unsightly random cracks Aspects of joining that lead to a good job are choosing the correct type of joint for each location establishing a good joint pattern and layout and installing the joint at the correct time Timing of joint sawing is critical Lightweight high speed early cut saws have been developed to permit the joint sawing very soon after floor finishing sometimes within O to 2 hours if the cut is sawn within a few hours after the final finishing random cracking can be controlled Husqvarna has the only Ultra Early Entry dry cutting system Soff Cut which controls random cracking through the early tim ing of the cut With the patented Soff Cut method control joints are usually cut within O to 2 hours after the finishing process Joint cutting should begin as soon as the concrete will support the weight of the saw and the operator at each joint location and before final set If the joints are not being cut within this time frame then the Soff Cut Ultra Early Entry method is not be ing followed and building owners are not getting what they are paying for or the finished product that they expect We hope this information is beneficial to building owners general contractors concrete finishers saw operators and the entire industry For additional information contact Husqvarna Construction Products at 951 272
29. ter Choke lever Oil dipstick Battery box Oil drain hose Fuel tank Fuel cap Hour meter Tachometer Saw forward speed lever Guide arm lever Engine throttle control Blade depth switch Transmission oil fill cap Cut depth pointer DOVOZENACSTIONMUONW gt OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS e Handle bar x9 4 Fuel tank and fill cap lt m E y Y gr A a 1 j I 1 n an 7 E e LTDA E i at e WSCA T gt T LAN Bw 3 SS de r V EM yo mL AN Up ES y gt ew 2 d SUS E mesa im wt IN SS PIN 3 f o 4 y FS ho S we 4 n T in di A a N Ei B Front guide wheel E Blade block Y LU D Experience is very important when running the 4000 saw A skilled worker is highly recommended Always do an inspection of the saw before starting the engine Check the fuel J and oil level G per the enclosed engine manual SAE 10W 30 oil and unleaded gasoline with an 87 or higher octane should be used The hydrostatic tansmission use Mobil DTE 26 hydraulic oil or equivalent 20W with viscosity of 68 Observe all safety regulations for the safe handling of fuel Always check the engine oil with the saw turned off completely lowered and the engine level Check that all controls are in good working order Check for loose bolts or nuts Check for fuel or oil leaks Ah WARNING Do not operate saw if there is a fuel leak
30. y pushing the control handle N on the right forward Line up the saw with the cut line using the front guide wheel and the triangle pointer on the back of the blade block Pull the control lever M on the left back towards you to a full stop position Lower the saw in to the cut by pressing the rocker switch P on the right handle to the DOWN position Lower the blade to full depth Move the saw forward by slowly pushing the control lever M on the left forward until the desired cutting speed is reached Pulling the handle back slows the forward speed Pulling the handle to the full back position stops the saw Keep the front guide wheel on the cut line to insure straight cuts Make small adjustments by applying side pressure on the handle to keep the saw straight Move the saw at about half speed for the first 200 feet to allow the blade to develop good diamond exposure or open up and promote blade life Increase the forward speed of the saw until the blade and the engine are working at maximum efficiency Increase the forward speed if the saw is pulling left Decrease the forward speed if the saw is pulling right Do not force the saw When approaching a wall raise the front guide and use the triangle guide at the back of the blade block to cut the last few feet Do not hit the blade block assembly against any object Dam age may result Slow the forward speed by pulling the control handle lever back until the saw stops Raise
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