Husqvarna 326C, 326L, 326LX-Series, 326LDX
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1. Trimmer head e Only usea trimmer head and trimmer cord that is recommended T hese have been tested by the manufacturer to suit a particular engine size This is especially important when a fully automatic trimmer head is used O nly use the cutting equipment we recommend See chapter T echnical data Generally smaller machines require a small trimmer head and vice versa T his is because when clearing using a cord the engine must throw out the cord radially from the trimmer head and also meet resistance from the grass being cleared Thelength of the cord is also important A longer cord requires greater engine power than a shorter cord of the same diameter e M ake sure the knife positioned on the trimmer guard is intact T his is used to cut the cord to the correct length e To Increase the life of the cord it can be soaked in water for a few days T his will make the line tougher and it will keep longer IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always ensure the trimmer cord is wound tightly and evenly around the drum otherwise harmful vibrations will occur WARNING Always stop the engine before starting work on any part of the cutting equipment This continues to rotate even after the throttle has been released Ensure that the cutting equipment has stopped completely and remove the cable from the spark plug before you start to work on it English 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General safety instructions2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION e The machine is only designed for trimming grass e The only accessories to be used with the engine unit as a drive source are the cutting units we recommend in the chapter Technical data e Never use the machine if you are tired if you have consumed alcohol or if you are taking medicines that can affect your sight your judgement or the control of your body e Use personal protective equipment See the section Personal protective equipment e Never use a machine that has been modified so that it no longer corresponds with the original design e Never use a machine that is faulty Follow the maintenance control and service instructions in this Operator s Manual Some maintenance and service actions should be carried out by trained and qualified specialists See the chapter Maintenance All covers and guards must be fitted before starting the machine Check that the spark plug cap and HT lead are not damaged otherwise you could get an electric shock The machine operator shall ensure while working that no persons or animals come closer than 15 metres 50 feet When several operators are working in the same area the safety distance should be at least double tree length however at least 15 metres 50 feet WARNING Faulty cutting equipment increases the risk of accidents Start WARNING When the engine is started with the choke in either the choke or start th
3. Always use high grade unleaded oil mixed gasoline minimum 87 RON Leaded fuel will destroy the catalytic converter and it will no longer serve its purpose This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline T he lowest recommended octane rating is 87 If you run the engine on lower octane rating than 87 so called knocking can occur T his leads to an increased engine temperature which can result in a serious engine breakdown W hen working at continuous high revs a higher octane rating IS recommended Two stroke oil For the best results use HUSQVARNA two stroke oil which has been specially developed for clearing saws and chain Saws M ixing ratio 1 50 2 N ever use two stroke oil intended for water cooled outboard motors so called outboard motor oll e Never use oil intended of four stroke engines 14 English Mixture e Always mix gasoline and oil in a clean container intended for fud e Always start by filling half the quantity of gasoline required Then add the entire oil quantity M ix shake the fuel mixture Fill the remaining quantity of gasoline Mix shake the fuel mixture carefully before filling in the machine s fuel tank Do not mix more than max one month s supply of fuel f the machine is not used for a long period of time the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned e This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline WARNING The cat
4. e Increase the service life of the cutting equipment Two basic rules 1 O nly use the cutting and guard equipment we recommend See chapter T echnical data 2 C heck the cutting equipment with regard to damage and crack formation D amaged cutting equipment should always be replaced 7 Locking nut Protect your hand from injury when assembling use the blade guard as protection when tightening with a socket spanner Tighten the nut by turning against the direction of rotation Loosen the nut by turning in the direction of rotation NOTE the nut has a left hand thread e Tighten the nut using a socket soanner 35 50 Nm 3 5 5 kpm NOTE The locking nut s nylon lock must not be so worn that it can be turned by hand T he lock shall hold at least 1 5 Nm The nut should be replaced after it has been put on approx 10 times WARNING Never use a machine with defective safety equipment The safety equipment should be maintained as described in this section If your machine does not meet any of these controls you should contact your service workshop Cutting equipment IMPORTANT INFORMATION The section describes how through correct maintenance and through using the right type of cutting equipment you can obtain maximum clearing capacity and increase the service life of the cutting equipment e Only use the cutting and guard equipment we recommend See chapter Technical data
5. R Cutting attachment guard Art No 503 93 42 02 503 97 71 01 503 93 42 02 503 97 71 01 503 93 42 02 503 97 71 01 503 93 42 02 503 97 71 01 503 93 42 02 503 97 71 01 503 93 42 02 537 02 61 01 537 07 67 01 537 02 61 01 537 07 67 01 537 02 61 01 537 07 67 01 537 02 61 01 537 07 67 01 537 02 61 01 537 07 67 01 EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS TheEPA U S Environmental Protection Agency CARB California Air Resources Board Environment Canada and Husqvarna Forest amp Garden are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 2001 and later small off road engine In U S and Canada new small off road engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the federal and California stringent anti smog standards Husqvarna Forest amp Garden must warrant the emission control system on your small off road engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your small off road engine Your emission control system includes Parts such as the carburetor and catalytic convertor the ignition system W here a warrantable condition exists H usqvarna Forest amp Garden will repair your small off road engine at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE The2001 and later small off road engines are warranted for two years If any emission related part
6. exposed to impact or are cracked N ever use the machine without a guard or spray guard nor with a defective guard Start and stop WARNING The complete clutch cover with shaft must be fitted before the machine is started otherwise the clutch can become loose and cause personal injury Always move the machine from the filling area before starting Place the machine on a flat surface Ensure the cutting equipment cannot come into contact with any object Make sure no unauthorised persons are in the working area otherwise there is a risk of serious personal injury The safety distance is 15 metres Cold engine IGNITION Set the stop switch to the start position CHOKE Set the choke control in the choke position AIR PURGE Press the air purge diaphragm repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the diaphragm T he diaphragm need not be completely filled Warm engine Usethe same starting procedure as for the cold engine but do not set the choke control in the choke position T he start throttle position is obtained by setting the choke control in the choke position and then returning it to its original position Stop The engine is stopped by switching off the ignition WARNING When the engine is started with the choke in the choke or start position the cutting equipment starts to rotate immediately Start Press the machine body against the ground using your left hand N
7. speed left right handles max 326C 1 50 24 5 1 32 34 1 06 27 11 000 11 700 2 700 11 700 0 9 kW 8400 rom Yes Walbro MB Champion RC 6Y 0 02 0 5 ZamaC1Q 1 06 0 5 9 5 4 3 91 98 2 7 1 5 3 5 1 7 4 4 4 8 dipl 326L 1 50 24 5 1 32 34 1 06 27 11 000 11 700 2 700 8 014 0 9 kW 8400 rpm Yes Yes Walbro MB Champion RC 6Y 0 02 0 5 ZamaC1Q 1 06 0 5 9 0 4 1 91 97 1 7 1 5 2 1 1 8 392 7 2 9 8 326L 326LD X 1 50 24 5 1 34 34 1 06 27 11 000 11 700 2 700 8 014 0 9 kW 8 400 rom Yes Yes Walbro MB Champion RC 6Y 0 02 0 5 ZamaC1Q 1 06 0 5 L 9 7 4 4 LD 9 9 4 5 91 97 o 2 7 1 8 399 2 1 219 8 Note 1 Equivalent sound pressure level is calculated as the time weighted energy total for sound pressure levels under various working conditions with thefollowing time distribution 1 2 idleand 1 2 max speed NOTE Sound pressure at the user s ear and vibration on the handles are measured with all the machine s approved cutting equipment fitted T he table indicates the highest and lowest values Approved accessories 320L 526L 326LD Thread blade shaft M 10 Type Plastic knives Tricut 300 mm Trimmer head TrimmyH 111 Trimmy Fix Trimmy Hit Trimmy H it Pro Superauto 1 326C Thread blade shaft 3 8 R Plastic knives Tricut 230 mm R Trimmer head Trimmy H it VI R 20 English Trimmy H it Junior R Trimmy Fix R TrimmyHitVII
8. 50 feet away N ever use blades unless recommended handlebar shoulder strap attaching hardware and blade deflector are installed Arrows which show limits for handle mounting 2 English Blade can thrust violently when coming in contact with any object O gt O cular control X Blade thrust can cause amputation of Approved eye protection must always be used N 9 CONTENTS Husqvarna AB hasa policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual WARNING Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer Always use genuine accessories Non authorized modifications and or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others Your warranty does not cover damage or liability caused by the use of non authorized accessories or replacement parts WARNING The inside of the muffler with catalytic converter contains chemicals that may cause cancer Do not contact inside of damaged muffler di IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION N H Husqvarna HUSQVARNA AB HUSKVARNA SWEDEN TWC THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U S EPA PH2 AND 2000 2003 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SMALL
9. OFF ROAD ENGINES REFER TO OPERATOR S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS S EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE PERIOD CATEGORY IM This engine label certifies that the product has been approved in accordance with American exhaust emissions requirements EPA Ph II and CARB Tier Il TheEmissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions C ompliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal and California emission requirements Category C 50 hours B 125 hours and A 300 hours WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm For customer assistance call 704 921 7000 or contact us at our website www husqvarna com List of contents SYMBOL EXPLANATION SV DO AA Ml Eo SR A GO 2 CONTENTS EASE OF COLCA Snai 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment cccsessescsstessssteesereesstrtesens 4 The machines safety EQUIPMENT 4 Control maintenance and service of the machine s safety A agen REA 6 Cutina COW DIN ENE sorna aint da 1 General safety instructions ooconocconocccioonconnccnonccnonncnnnnnrno nos 8 General working INSFUCHONS aaa nasa aaaasiina 10 Basic working techniques o 10 WHAT IS WHAT What is what on thetrimmer unsesseeerseeneneenneeenennennns 11 ASSEMBLY A
10. and sweeping you should use full throttle to obtain the best results WARNING The bevel gear unit can get hot during use and may remain so for a while afterwards There is a risk of slight burns if you touch it WARNING Warning for thrown objects Always wear protective glasses Never lean over the guard Stones rubbish etc can be thrown up into the eyes causing blindness or serious injury Keep unauthorised persons at a distance Children animals onlookers and helpers should be kept outside the safety zone of 15 m 50 feet Stop the machine immediately if anyone approaches 1 0 English WHAT IS WHAT What is what on the trimmer Trimmer head Grease filler cap Angle gear Spray guard Shaft Loop handlebar Throttle Stop switch T hrottle trigger lock Cylinder cover Starter handle Fuel tank Choke SP 2 2 z DE HR HE HE LP W NP 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Air purge Air filter cover Clutch cover H andlebar adjustment Locking nut Support flange D rive disc Socket spanner O perator s M anual Allen key Locking pin Shaft coupling English 1 1 ASSEMBLY Assembling the loop handlebar 326C Position the handle on the shaft N ote that the handle must be mounted below the arrow on the shaft Fit the bolt securing plate and wing nut as shown in the diagram Tighten the wing nut Assembling the lo
11. covered ADD ON OR MODIFIED PARTS Theuse of add on or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim H usqvarna Forest amp Garden is not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add on or modified parts HOW TO FILE A CLAIM If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized servicing dealer or call H usqvarna Forest amp Garden at 1 800 487 5963 WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty services or repairs shall be provided at all H usqvarna Forest amp Garden authorized servicing dealers MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS Any Husqvarna Forest amp Garden approved replacement part used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs on emission related parts will be provided without charge to the owner if the part is under warranty EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST 1 Carburetor and internal parts 2 Intake pipe airfilter holder and carburetor bolts 3 Airfilter and fuelfilter covered up to maintainance schedule 4 gnition System a Spark Plug covered up to maintenance schedule b Ignition Module 5 M uffler with catalytic converter MAINTENANCE STATEMENT Theowner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as defined in the operator s manudl English 21 A E NI m J Vo Engli
12. dismantle follow the instructions in the reverse order Assembling other guards and cutting equipment 326L 326L 326LD Fit the appropriate guard A for use with the trimmer head H ook the guard onto the shaft fitting and secure it with the bolt L Fit the disc drive B on the output axle Turn the blade axle until one of the disc drive s holes aligns with the corresponding hole in the gear housing Insert the locking pin C into the hole to lock the axle Screw on the trimmer head H in the direction of rotation Dismantling takes place in the reverse order Fitting the spray guard and trimmer head 326C Guard Fit the guard as shown in the diagram Tighten securely T rimmer head e Fit the dust cup on the shaft The nut must be completely covered by the dust cup Hold the dust cup with a spanner to prevent the shaft from rotating e Screw the trimmer head onto the shaft English 1 3 FUEL HANDLING Fuel mixture NOTE The machine is fitted with a two stroke engine and must always be run on a mixture of gasoline and two stroke oil It is important to measure the quantity of oil accurately to ensure the correct mixture ratio Small discrepancies in the amount of oil have a great bearing on the proportions of the fuel mixture when mixing small amounts of fuel WARNING Always provide good ventilation when handling fuel Gasoline NOTE
13. exhaust fumes e contain carbon monoxide which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning Therefore never start or run the machine indoors are hot and can contain sparks that can cause fires Never start the machine indoors or close to inflammable material 6 Cutting equipment T he trimmer head is intended for trimming grass 7 Locking nut A locking nut is used to secure some types of cutting equipment on the output shaft English 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Control maintenance and service of the machine s safety equipment IMPORTANT INFORMATION All service and repairs to the machine require special training This applies especially to the machine s safety equipment If the machine does not meet any of the controls listed below you should contact your service workshop The purchase of one of our products guarantees that professional repair and servicing will be carried out on it If the point of purchase is not one of our servicing deal ers please ask for details of the closest service workshop 1 Throttle trigger lock e Check that the throttle is locked in the idling position when the throttle trigger lock isin its original position Press in the throttle trigger lock and make sure it returns to its original position when released e Ensure that the throttle and throttle trigger lock move easily and that their return spring systems function e See section Start Start the machi
14. filter from time to time with a new filter A damaged air filter must always be replaced If the machine is used in dusty conditions the air filter should be soaked in oil see the section on O iling the air filter Oiling the air filter Always use HUSQVARNA filter oil order no 503 47 73 01 T he filter oil contains a solvent to make it spread evenly through the filter You should therefore avoid skin contact Put the filter in a plastic bag and the pour the filter oil over it Knead the plastic bag to distribute the oil Squeeze the excess oil out of the filter inside the plastic bag and pour off the excess before fitting the filter on the machine N ever use common engine oil T his would drain through the filter quite quickly and collect in the bottom Angle gear 326L 326L 326LD T he angle gear is filled with a sufficient quantity of grease at the factory H owever before using the machine you should check that the angle gear is filled to 3 4 with grease Use special grease Normally the grease does not need to be changed except when repairs are carried out NOTE Useonly HUSQVARNA replacement parts U se of other brands of replacement parts can cause damage to your unit or injury to the operator or others Your warranty does not cover damage or liability caused by the use of accessories and or attachments not specifically recommended by HUSQVARNA Maintenance schedule Below you will fin
15. in this section 1 Throttle trigger lock Thethrottle trigger lock is designed to prevent the throttle from accidentally being engaged W hen the trigger lock A is pressed into the handle when you hold the handle the throttle B is released W hen the grip on the handle is released the throttle and the throttle trigger lock return to their original positions T his takes place via two independent return spring systems T his means that the throttle is automatically locked in its idling position 2 Stop switch T he stop switch should be used to stop the engine 3 Cutting attachment guard T his guard is intended to prevent objects from being thrown towards the operator and to protect the operator from unintentionel contact with the cutting attachment WARNING Under no circumstances may the cutting equipment be used without an approved guard fitted See the chapter Technical data If the wrong guard or a defective guard is fitted this can cause serious personal injury SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Vibration damping system Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system which is designed to give as vibration free and comfortable use as possible Use of incorrectly wound cord or incorrect cutting equipment increases the level of vibration The machines vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibrations between the engine unit cutting equipment and the mach
16. on your engine IS defective the part will be repaired or replaced by H usqvarna Forest amp Garden OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES Asthe small off road engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your O wner s M anual H usqvarna Forest amp Garden recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off road engine but Husqvarna Forest Garden cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance Asthe small off road engine owner you should however be aware that H usqvarna Forest amp Garden may deny you warranty coverage if your small off road engine or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your small off road engine to aH usqvarna Forest amp Garden authorized servicing dealer as soon as a problem exists T he warranty repairs should be completed in areasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized servicing dealer or call Husqvarna Forest amp Garden at 1 800 487 5963 WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE T he warranty period begins on the date small off road engine is delivered LENGTH OF COVERAGE Husqvarna Forest Garden warrants to the initial owner and each subse
17. so that any leakage or fumes do not risk coming into contact with sparks or naked flames For example electric machines electric motors electrical switches power switches heaters or the like W hen storing and transporting fuel approved containers intended for this purpose must be used W hen storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank must be emptied Contact your local petrol station to find out how to dispose of excess fuel WARNING Exercise great care when handling fuel Bear in mind the risk of fire explosions and inhaling fumes SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General working instructions IMPORTANT INFORMATION e This section takes up the basic safety precautions for working with the 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 Basic safety precautions 1 0 bserve your surroundings To ensure that people animals or other things cannot affect your control of the machine To ensure that the above mentioned do not come into contact with the cutting equipment or objects that can be thrown by the cutting equipment NOTE Never use a machine without the possibility of calling for help in the event of an accident N Avoid usage in unfavourable weather conditions For example thick fog heavy rain strong winds or extreme cold et
18. OTE Not 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 Reset the choke control as soon asthe engine fires and repeat until the engine starts W hen the engine starts quickly apply full throttle and the start throttle will automatically disengage NOTE Do not pull the starter cord out completely and do not release the starter cord from the fully extended position T his can damage the machine English 1 5 MAINTENANCE Carburetor Your H usqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful emissions After your unit has been run 8 10 tanks of fuel the engine has broken in To ensure that your unit is at peak performance and producing the least amount of harmful emissions after break in have your authorized servicing dealer who has a revolution counter at his disposal to adjust your carburetor for optimum operating conditions WARNING The complete clutch cover with shaft must be fitted before the machine is started otherwise the clutch can become loose and cause personal injury Operation Thecarburetor governs the engine s speed via the throttle Air fuel is mixed in the carburetor T he air fuel mixture is adjustable To take advantage of the engine s optimal output the adjustment must be correct The setting of the carbureto
19. Operator s manual CARB II EPA ID 326C 326L 326L X SERIES 326LD X SERIES Please read these instructions carefully and make ure you understand them before using the machine English SYMBOL EXPLANATION Symbols WARNING Clearing saws Always wear approved protective gloves brushcutters and trimmers can be dangerous Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or Use anti slip and stable boots others Read through the O perator s M anual Only use non metallic flexible cutting LLI carefully and understand the content elements that is trimmer head with EA before using the machine trimmer cord Always use A protective helmet where there isa risk of falling objects O nly intended for the trimmer head Ear protection Approved eye protection max Other symbols decals on the machine refer to 3 10000 rpm M ax speed of output axle rpm special certification requirements for certain markets This product is in accordance with applicable CE directives Checks and or maintenance should be carried out with the engine switched off with the stop switch in the STOP position Beware of thrown objects and D ricochets S The operator of the machine shall Always wear approved protective gloves ensure while working that no persons or animals come closer than 15 metres A Regular cleaning required xa y armsor legs Keep people and animals i
20. alytic converter muffler gets very hot during and after use This also applies during idling Be aware of the fire hazard especially when handling the saw near flammable substances or vapours Fuelling WARNING The following precautions reduce the risk of fire Do not smoke or place any sources of heat in the vicinity of the fuel Never refuel when the engine is running Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling Open the fuel cap slowly when fuelling so that any over pressure is released slowly Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling Always move the machine from the fuelling place before starting Clean around the fuel cap Contamination in the tank can disrupt operations el Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container before filling the tank Ly 10 ft 12 7 8 START AND STOP Control before starting For reasons of safety follow these recommendations e Check that the support flange is not cracked due to fatigue or dueto being tightened too much D iscard the support flange if it is cracked Ensure the locking nut has not lost its captive force T henut lock should havea locking force of at least 1 5 Nm Thetightening torque of the locking nut should be 35 50 Nm Check that the trimmer head and spray guard are not damaged or cracked Replace the trimmer head or spray guard if they are
21. ark on trees and bushes and damage fence posts Reduce the risk of damaging plants by shortening the cord to 10 12 cm and reducing the engine speed English 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Clearing Theclearing technique removes all unwanted vegetation Keep the trimmer head just above the ground and tilt it Let the end of the cord strike the ground around trees posts statues and the like NOTE This technique increases the wear on the cord Trimming Thetrimmer is ideal to cut grass that is difficult to reach using a normal lawn mower Keep the cord parallel to the ground when cutting Avoid pressing the trimmer head against the WES Whi ground as this can ruin the lawn and damage the tool Do not allow the trimmer head to constantly come into contact with the ground during normal cutting procedures C onstant contact can cause damage and wear to the trimmer The cord wears quicker and must be fed forward more often when working against stones brick concrete metal fences etc than when coming into contact with trees and wooden fences head When trimming and clearing you should use less than full throttle so Sweeping that the cord lasts longer and to reduce the wear on the trimmer head e The rotating cord s fanning effect can be used for quick and easy cleaning H old the cord parallel to and above the area to be swept and move the trimmer from side to side When cutting
22. c To work in bad weather conditions is tiring and can create dangerous circumstances e g Slippery surfaces 3 M ake sure you can walk and stand safely Look out for any obstacles with unexpected movement roots stones branches pits ditches etc Take great care when working on sloping ground 4 The engine should be switched off before moving W hen moving over longer distances and transporting the transport guard should be used 5 N ever put the machine down with the engine running unless you have good sight of it 6 Do not over reach 7 Keep Cutting attachment below waist level Basic working techniques Always drop to idling speed after each working operation Longer periods running at full throttle without loading the engine that is without resistance which the engine feels from the cutting equipment when trimming can lead to serious engine damage WARNING Sometimes branches grass or wood can get caught between the guard and cutting equipment Always stop the engine when cleaning Grass trimming using the trimmer head and plastic knifes e Hold the trimmer head just above the ground at an angle It isthe end of the cord that carries out the work Let the cord NN work at its own pace Do W ent NAN TOSSE not press the cord into the area to be cut The cord can easily remove grass and weeds up against walls fences trees and borders however it can also damage sensitive b
23. d some general maintenance instructions NOTE If you are unfamiliar with any of the listed maintenance instructions please contact an authorized servicing dealer Daily maintenance Check throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout function Check stop switch function Check that blade trimmer head does not rotate at idling e Clean the exterior of the machine e Check that the harness is undamaged Check the guard for damage or cracks e Change the guard in case of impacts or cracks Check the trimmer head for cracks and chips or damage Replace if necessary A non balanced blade trimmer head induces heavy vibrations that may damage the machine Check that the locking nut is sufficiently tightened Check that nuts and screws are sufficiently tightened e Check for fuel leaks Weekly maintenance Check the starter especially cord and return spring e Clean the carburetor area Clean the exterior of the spark plug e Removeit and check the electrode gap e Adjust it to 0 5 mm 020 or change the spark plug Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder and check that the air intake at the starter is not clogged e Check that the angle gear is filled with grease up to 3 4 Use special grease e Clean the air filter e Clean or replace the muffler s spark arrest screen only mufflers with a catalytic converter Monthly maintenance e Clean the fuel tank e Clean the exterior of the carburetor an
24. d the space around it Clean the fan and the space around it Check fuel hose for cracks or other damage Change if necessary e Change fuel filter in fuel tank Check clutch clutch spring and clutch drum for wear Change If necessary e Check electrical wires and connections Changethe spark plug e Change the airfilter Check and clean the muffler s spark arrest screen If necessary only mufflers with a catalytic converter e Check and if necessary clean the exhaust port at cylinder from carbon deposits English 1 9 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Engine Displacement cu in cm Cylinder bore inch mm Stroke length inch mm Recommended max speed rom Idling speed rom Speed of output shaft rom M ax engine output acc to ISO 8893 Catalytic converter muffler Speed regulated ignition system Ignition system M anufacturer type of ignition system Spark plug Electrode gap inch mm Fuel lubrication system M anufacturer type of carburetor Fuel tank capacity US pint litres Weight Weight without fuel cutting tool and guard Lbs kg Sound levels See note 1 Equivalent sound pressure level at the user s ear measured according to AN SI B175 3 1997 dB A min max Vibration levels Vibration levels on the handles measured according to AN SI B175 3 1997 m s W hen idling left right handles min W hen idling left right handles max At max speed left right handles min At max
25. er T hese factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrode that may result in malfunction or starting difficulties If the machine is low on power difficult to start or runs poorly while idling always check the spark plug first If the spark plug is dirty clean it and at the same time check that the electrode gap is 0 5 mm T he spark plug should be changed after about one month of operation or earlier if necessary NOTE Always use the recommended type of spark plug An incorrect spark plug can damage the cylinder piston Two part shaft T he end of the drive shaft in the lower shaft should be lubricated with grease every 30 hours T here is a risk that the drive shaft ends splined coupling on two part shafts jam if they are not lubricated regularly MAINTENANCE gt ine Air filter The air filter should be cleaned regularly removing dust and dirt to avoid carburetor malfunction starting problems reduced engine power unnecessary wear to engine parts abnormal fuel consumption Clean the filter after every 25 hours or more regularly if operating conditions are exceptionally dusty Cleaning the air filter Dismantle the air filter cover and remove the air filter Wash in clean warm soapy water Ensure that the filter is dry before refitting An air filter used for a long period of time can never be cleaned completely T herefore it is necessary to replace the
26. ers fitted with a catalytic converter the screen should be checked and cleaned monthly If the screen is damaged it should be replaced If the screen is frequently blocked this can be a sign that the function of the catalytic converter is impaired Contact your dealer to inspect the muffler A blocked screen will cause the engine to overheat resulting in damage to the cylinder and piston Also see under Maintenance NOTE N ever use a machine with a defective muffler WARNING Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters become extremely hot during use and after stopping This also applies at idling speeds Contact can result in burns to the skin Be observant to the risk of fire 1 8 English Cooling system gt To maintain as low operating temperature as possiblethe engine is equipped with a cooling system The cooling system consists of 1 An air intake on the starter unit 2 Cooling fins on the flywheel 3 Cooling fins on the cylinder 4 Cylinder cover leads cold alr onto the cylinder Clean the cooling system using a brush at least once a week in difficult conditions more often A dirty or blocked cooling system leads to the engine overheating resulting in damage to the cylinder and piston Spark plug Thecondition of the spark plug is affected by e An incorrect carburetor settino e An incorrect fuel mixture too much or faulty oil e A dirty air filt
27. ines handle unit WARNING Over exposure to vibrations can result in blood vessel or nerve injury to persons suffering with blood circulation problems Seek medical attention if you experience physical symptoms that can be related to over exposure to vibrations Examples of such symptoms are numbness lack of feeling tickling pricking pain lack of or a reduction in normal strength changes in the colour of the skin or its surfaces These symptoms normally appear in the fingers hands or wrists 5 Muffler The muffler is designed to give the lowest possible noise level and to direct the engine s exhaust fumes away from the operator M uffler fitted with catalytic converter is also designed to reduce harmful exhaust components In countries that have a warm and dry climate the risk of fire is obvious We have therefore fitted certain mufflers with a spark arrest screen M ake sure that your muffler is fitted with this kind of screen It is extremely important that the instructions for checking maintaining and servicing the muffler are followed see the section Control maintenance and service of the machine s Safety equipment WARNING Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters become extremely hot during use and after stopping This also applies at idling speeds Contact can result in burns to the skin Be observant to the risk of fire WARNING Bear in mind that
28. latters a little NOTE For optimum setting of the carburetor contact a qualified servicing dealer who has a revolution counter at his disposal Correctly adjusted carburetor A correctly adjusted carburetor means that the machine accelerates without hesitation and the machine 4 cyclesa little at max speed Furthermore the cutting attachment must not rotate move at idling A too lean adjusted low speed needle L may cause starting difficulties and bad acceleration A too lean adjusted high speed needle H gives lower power less capacity bad acceleration and or damage to the engine A too rich adjustment of the two speed needles L and H gives acceleration problems or too low working speed English 17 MAINTENANCE Muffler NOTE Some mufflers are fitted with a catalytic converter See Technical data to see whether your machine is fitted with a catalytic converter Themuffler is designed to dampen the noise level and to direct the exhaust fumes away from the user T he exhaust fumes are hot and can contain sparks which can result in fire if the exhaust fumes are directed towards a dry and inflammable mate rial Some mufflers are equipped with a special spark arrest screen If your machine is fitted with this type of screen it should be cleaned regularly This is done using a wire brush On mufflers without a catalytic converter the screen should be cleaned weekly or replaced if necessary On muffl
29. ne and apply full throttle Release the throttle and check that the cutting equipment stops and remains at a standstill If the cutting equipment rotates with the throttle in the idling position then the carburettor s idling setting must be checked See chapter Maintenance 2 Stop switch Start the engine and make sure that the engine stops when the stop switch IS moved to the stop position 6 English 3 Cutting attachment guard e Ensure that the spray guard is undamaged and is not cracked e Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is cracked e Always use the prescribed blade an guard combination see chapter Technical data 4 Vibration damping system e Check the vibration damping element regularly for material cracks and distortion e Check that the vibration damping element is undamaged and securely attached 5 Muffler 1 N ever use a machine that has a defective muffler 2 C heck regularly that the muffler is secure 3 1f your muffler is fitted with a spark arrest screen then it should be cleaned regularly A blocked screen leads to the engine overheating with serious damage as a result N ever use a muffler with a defective spark arrest screen SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6 Cutting equipment The section describes how through correct maintenance and through using the right type of cutting equipment you can Obtain maximum clearing capacity
30. op handlebar 326L 326L 326LD e Clip the loop handle onto the shaft N ote that the loop handle must be fitted between the arrows on the shaft lel Slide the spacer into the slot in the loop handle 326L aa Fit the nut knob and bolt Do not overtighten Now adjust the trimmer to give a comfortable working position Tighten the bolt knob 12 English Assembling and dismantling the two part shaft 326LD Assembling e Make surethe handle is loose e Guide the cut out on the lower section of the shaft into the coupling s locking plate on the upper section of the shaft T he sections are then locked together Tighten the handle Dismantling e Undo the handle at least three turns e Press the handle towards the coupling e Carefully twist the lower section out of the lock Hold both parts of the shaft and pull out the lower section from the coupling Assembly of the trimmer head It is extremely Important that the disc drives support flanges guide engages correctly in the cutting equipment s centre hole when assembling the cutting equipment Cutting equipment assembled incorrectly can result in serious and or fatal personal injury WARNING Under no circumstances may the cutting equipment be used without an approved guard fitted See the chapter Technical data lf the wrong guard or a defective guard is fitted this can cause serious pe
31. quent purchaser that the engine Is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause the failure of a warranted part for a period of two years WHAT IS COVERED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or replacement of any warranted part will be perfor med at no charge to the owner at an approved H usqvarna Forest amp Garden servicing dealer If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized servicing dealer or call H usqvarna Forest amp Garden at 1 800 487 5963 WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is not scheduled for reolacement as required maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted for 2 years Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part DIAGNOSIS The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an approved H usqvarna Forest amp Garden servicing dealer CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES H usqvarna Forest Garden may be liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED All fallures caused by abuse neglect or improper maintenance are not
32. r means that the engine is adapted to local conditions for example the climate altitude gasoline and the type of 2 stroke oil The carburetor is equipped with three adjustment possibilities Low speed needle H gh speed needle dle speed adjuster screw ET Thefuel quantity in relation to the air flow permitted by the throttle opening is adjusted using the L and H needles Turning the needles clockwise gives a leaner fuel mixture less fuel and turning them anti clockwise gives a richer fuel mixture more fuel A leaner mixture gives high revs while a richer mixture give less revs TheT screw regulates the position of the throttle while the engine Is idling T urning the screw clockwise gives a higher idling speed while turning it anti clockwise gives a lower idling speed 1 6 English Basic setting Thecarburetor is set to its basic setting when test run at the factory T he basic setting should be kept during the machine s first working hours T hereafter the carburetor should be finely adjusted Fine adjustment should be carried out by a skilled technician NOTE If the cutting attachment rotates moves while the engine is idling the T screw should be turned anti clockwise until the cutting attachment stops Rec idling speed 2 700 rpm Recommended max speed See Technical Data WARNING If the idling speed cannot be adjusted so that the cutting attachment stops contact yo
33. rottle positions the cutting equipment starts to rotate immediately Thecomplete clutch cover with shaft must be fitted before the machine is started otherwise the clutch can become loose and cause personal injury Never start the machine indoors Bear in mind the dangers of inhaling the engine s exhaust fumes e Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no risk of people or animals coming into contact with the cutting equipment e Place the machine on the ground ensure the cutting equipment runs free of twigs and stones Push the machine body towards the ground using your left hand NOTE Not with your foot Grip the starter handle with your right hand and pull the startercord 8 English Fuel safety e Always use a fuel container with an anti spill valve Never fill the machine while the engine is running Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling Provide good ventilation when filling or mixing fuel petrol and 2 stroke oil M ove the machine at least 3 m from the filling position before starting e Never start the machine a If you have spilt fuel on it W ipe up all spillage b If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes Change your clothes c If there is a fuel leak M ake regular checks for leakage from the fuel cap and the fuel supply pipes Transport and storage Store and transport the machine and fuel
34. rsonal injury ASSEMBLY Assembling the spray guard and trimmer head Superauto Il 326L 326L 326LD Fit the appropriate guard A for use with the gt trimmer head H ook the guard onto the shaft fitting and secure it with the bolt L Fit the drive disc B on the output axle Turn the blade axle until one of the holes in the drive disc aligns with the hole in the gear housing Insert the locking pin C in the hole so that the axle is locked Thetrimmer head must be split to be fitted see the diagram Proceed as follows Insert your finger into the centre hole of the cover 1 at the same time as you hold the cover with your other fingers Pressthe two catches J that extend from the cut out on the bottom section K using the thumb and index finger of your other hand Press apart the trimmer head using the fingers on the cover Placethe cover 1 and the support flange F on the output axle Fit the nut G The tightening torque of the nut is 35 50 N m 3 5 5 kpm U se the socket spanner in the tool kit H old the handle of the spanner as close to the trimmer guard as possible Thenut is tightened when the spanner is turned against the direction of rotation left hand thread Fit the trimmer head s bottom section K on the cover 1 by pressing the two sections together with the cut outs on the bottom section aligned with the catches on the cover To
35. sh English Trimmy Hit Junior N gt 26 English Trimmy Hit Pro 960 080 wu p z 0 z English 21 BI I gt E G60 080 wu p z 0 z Z 28 English Trimmy SII English 29 Trimmy SII 502 26 04 02 502 25 56 01 502 25 53 01 502 26 24 01 x2 740 43 14 00 502 26 03 01 502 25 52 01 502 26 01 01 735 31 19 00 502 27 07 01 502 26 86 01 m JOLY Trimmy VII AED English 114 01 22 93 U UE 2002W23
36. ssembling the loop handlebar 326C 2 e nenn 12 Assembling the loop handlebar 326L 326L 326LD 12 Assembling and dismantling the two part shaft 326LD 12 Assembly of the trimmer head aaa aaa aaa zania 12 Assembling the spray guard and trimmer head superauto I1 326L 320L 3260LD buin 13 Assembling other guards and cutting equipment 220L 320L 3Z0LD Parrini 13 Fitting the spray guard and trimmer head 326C 13 FUEL HANDLING a A 0 NEP O O cin 14 FUSI PAPI UE e OE OE umm nee 14 START AND STOP Control before StartinQ ooconccconoccnnonnnconnnonanccrnnncronncnnnos 15 Otel lO OD ae een 15 MAINTENANCE CDU n iii 16 MUNIO ariana 18 Cooling TAN svi 18 PIF iano 18 IO 18 RI iena 19 ERIC an 19 M alntenance SCREAUIE ii 19 TECHNICAL DATA lin 20 A E SR TA 20 SZOL aid a E E 20 OED POP O O owa 20 EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT Your warranty rights and Obligati0NS o ocmommommmmmmomm 21 English 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment MPORTANT INFORMATION A clearing saw brushcutter or trimmer used incorrectly or carelessly can become a dangerous tool that can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others It is extremely important that you read and understand the content of this manual When using a trimmer personal protective equipment approved by the appropriate authorities must be used Personal pro
37. tective equipment does not eliminate the risk of accidents however it can reduce the effects of an injury in the event of an accident Ask your dealer for help when choosing protective equipment WARNING Remove your hearing protection as soon as you stop the engine so that you can hear any noises or warning signals GLOVES Gloves should be worn when necessary e g when assembling cutting equipment EAR PROTECTION Ear protection offering sufficient dampening effect should be used EYE PROTECTION Blows from branches or objects thrown by the rotating cutting equipment can damage the eyes BOOTS Use anti slip and stable boots CLOTHING Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on shrubs and branches Always wear heavy long pants Do not wear jewelry short pants sandals or go barefoot Secure hair so it iS above shoulder level FIRST AID KIT A first aid kit should be carried by operators of clearing saws brushcutters or trimmers 4_ English The machine s safety equipment This section describes the machine s safety equipment its function and how checks and maintenance are carried out to ensure that it operates correctly See the chapter W hat is what to locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine WARNING Never use a machine with defective safety equipment Follow the control maintenance and service instructions described
38. the idling speed with the screw T if it is necessary to readjust First turn the idle speed adjusting screw T clockwise until the cutting attachment starts to rotate move T hen turn counter clock wise until the cutting attachment stops A correctly adjusted idle speed setting occurs when the engine runs smoothly in every position It should also be good margin to the rom when the cutting attachment starts to rotate move CAUTION Contact your servicing dealer if the idle speed setting cannot be adjusted so that the cutting attachment stops Do not use the machine until it has been properly adjusted or repaired High speed needle H The high speed needle affects the machines power speed temperature and fuel consumption A too lean adjustment on the high speed needle H the high speed needle H is screwed in too much gives atoo high speed resulting in engine damage Do not allow the engine to run at full speed for more than 10 seconds Apply full throttle and turn the high speed needle H slowly anticlockwise until the engine runs unevenly The high speed needle H is then turned slowly clockwise Ja a little until the engine runs smoothly N ote the engine should be O run unloaded when adjusting the high speed needle T herefore dismantle the cutting equipment nut support flange and disc drive before adjusting the high speed needle The high speed needle is adjusted correctly when the machine sp
39. ur service workshop Do not use the machine until it has been correctly adjusted or repaired Fine adjustment When the machine has been run in the carburetor should be finely adjusted The fine adjustment should be carried out by qualified person First adjust the L jet then the idling screw T and then the H jet Conditions Before any adjustments are made the airfilter should be clean and the alrfilter cover fitted Adjusting the carburetor while a dirty airfilter is in use will result in a leaner mixture when the filter is finally cleaned T his can give rise to serious engine damage e Carefully turn theL and H needle to the mid point between fully turned in and fully turned out Do not attempt to adjust the needles beyond the stops as damage can occur Now start the machine according to the starting instructions and run it warm for 10 minutes NOTE If the cutting attachment rotates moves theT screw should be turned anti clockwise until the cutting attachment stops Low speed needle L Try to find the highest idling speed turning the low speed needle L clockwise respectively counter clockwise W hen the highest speed has been found turn the low speed needle L 1 4 turn counter clockwise NOTE If the cutting attachment rotates moves in the idling position turn the idling speed screw T counter clockwise until the cutting attachment stops MAINTENANCE Final setting of the idling speed T Adjust
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