Husqvarna 325HDA55X-Series, 325HE3X-Series, 325HE4X
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1. lead to leakage The lubricant in the gearbox does not normally need to be reolaced other than with repair Lubrication Always lubricate the blade runners with special grease 531 00 60 74 UL 21 before use MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule Below you will find some general maintenance instructions Daily maintenance Check throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout function e Check stop switch function e Check that the blades do not rotate while idling or when the choke isin the start position e Clean the exterior of the machine e Check that the harness is undamaged 325 HE4 e Check the blade guard for damage or cracks e Change the guard in case of impacts or cracks e Check that the blade is properly centred sharp and without cracks e Check the hand guard for cracks and chips or damage Replace if necessary e Check that the blade screws are sufficiently tightened e M ake sure that the blade transport guard is undamaged and that it can be securely fitted e Check that nuts and screws are sufficiently tightened e Check for fuel leaks Weekly maintenance e Check the starter especially cord and return spring e M ake sure that the vibration damping elements are not damaged e Clean the carburetor area e Clean the exterior of the spark plug e Remove it and check the electrode gap e Adjust it to 0 5 mm 020 or change the spark plug e Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder and che2. 323HDA55 323HE3 325HE4 Operator s Manual EPA X SERIES X SERIES X SERIES LLI Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the hedge trimmer 114 00 06 95 SYMBOL EXPLANATION ty Y Symbols e Arrows which show limits for handle mounting WARNING T he hedge trimmer can be dangerous Careless or incorrect use can result in serious even fatal injury e Always wear approved protective gloves Read through the O perator s M anual carefully and understand the content before using the hedge trimmer e Use anti slip and stable boots Always use e Ear protection e Approved eye protection Other symbols decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain e This product isin accordance with Markets applicable CE directives Checks and or maintenance should be carried out with the engine switched off with the stop switch in the STOP position Cutting tool Do not touch the tool without first switching off the engine e This machine is not electrically insulated If the machine touches or comes close to live electricity lines it could cause death or N serious injury Electricity can r jump from one point to another in nh gt Always use approved protective gloves 10m 30ft N the form of a high voltage arc T he higher the voltage the further the electricity can jump Electric
3. Lay the hedge trimmer on a flat surface before fitting the cutting attachment O ther wise the cutting attachment may not be fitted straight 1 Fit the cutting attachment to the shaft NOTE M akesure the drive shaft on the shaft is aligned with the cut out in the cutting attachment 2 Tighten the lower screw followed by the upper Screw Adjusting the harness 325HE4 You should always use the harness with the machine to give maximum control and reduce strain on your arms and back 1 Put on the harness 2 Hook themachine onto the hook on the harness 3 Adjust the length of the harness so that the hook is roughly level with your right hip FUEL HANDLING Fuel NOTE The machine is fitted with a two stroke engine and must always be run on a mixture of petrol 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 Petrol ae NOTE MIE Always use an oil mixed quality petrol at least 90 octane If your machine is equipped with a catalytic converter see technical data an unleaded oil mixed quality petrol should always be used A leaded petrol will destroy the catalytic converter e The lowest
4. Replace the blade guard if it is bent or damaged 8 Gearbox The gearbox gets hot when the hedge trimmer isin use To avoid burning yourself do not touch the gearbox English 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General safety instructions Fuel safety IMPORTANT INFORMATION e Always use a fuel container with an anti e The machine is only designed for cutting spill valve branches and twigs e Never fill the machine whilethe engine is running Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before Use personal protective equipment See the refuelling section Personal protective equipment 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 Provide good ventilation Never use a machine that has been modified so when filling or mixing that it no longer corresponds with the original fuel petrol and 2 stroke design oil Never use a machine that is faulty Follow the maintenance control and service instructions in Move the machine at this Operator s Manual least 3 m from the filling Some maintenance and service actions should position before starting be carried out by trained and qualified specialists See the chapter Maintenance e Never start the machine All covers and guards must be fitted before a starting the machine Check that the spark plug cap and H
5. blade guard is fitted correctly e M ake sure the hand guard is not damaged in anyway 4 Vibration damping system e Check the vibration damping element regularly for material cracks and distortion e Check that the vibration damping element is securely attached between the engine unit and the handlebar unit SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 Muffler e Never use a machine that has a defective muffler e Check regularly that the muffler is secure If 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 6 Blades To ensure good cutting results it is important that the contact pressure between the blades is correct The contact pressure between the blades is adjusted by tightening the screws on the underside of the bar as far as they will go then backing them off 1 4 turn Lock the screws using the locking nuts on the top face of the bar T he washers should still Slide freely under the screw heads after the screws have been tightened T he edges of the blade are too hard to be filed D ull blades should be sharp ened using a grinder Replace the blades if they are bent or damaged 7 Blade guard 325HDA55 e Check that the blade guard is not damaged or distorted e
6. recommended octane rating is 90 If you run the engine on a petrol with a lower octane rating than 90 so called Knocking can occur This 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 e For the best results use HUSQVARNA two stroke oil which has been specially produced for H U SQ VARN A s small two stroke engines M ixing ratio 1 50 2 If HUSQVARNA two stroke oil is not available you can use a high quality two stroke oil intended for air cooled engines Contact your dealer when selecting an oil Mixing ratio 1 33 3 e Never use two stroke oil intended for water cooled out board motors so called outboard motor oil e Never use oil intended for four stroke engines Mixture e Always mix petrol and oil in a clean container intended for petrol e Always start by filling half the quantity of petrol required Then add the entire oil quantity M ix shake the fuel mixture Fill the remaining quantity of petrol e 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 WARNING The catalytic converter muffler gets very hot during and after use This also applies during idling Be awa
7. 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 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 Blade guard The blade guard A is intended to protect against any part of the body coming into contact with the blades B English 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Control maintenance and service of the hedge trimmer s protective equipment IMPORTANT INFORMATION e 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 he 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 dealers
8. 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 carburettor setting e An incorrect fuel mixture too much or faulty oil e A dirty air filter 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 before taking other action If the spark plug is dirty clean it and at the same time check that the electrode gap is0 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 English 17 MAINTENANCE Air filter Theair filter A should be cleaned regularly removing dust and dirt to avoid e carburettor malfunction starting problems reduced engine power unnecessary wear to engine parts e 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 B and remove the air filter Wash in clean w
9. Control before StartinQ occonncccnnnccninnccononcconon crono nnrononos 14 STEEN ETO A Ur E E enden 14 MAINTENANCE A poT uBE oo o 14 A CLIT PP Pe i EE CE 17 A o un E Un 17 eE o PoR Po 1 PPP OE EA 18 A AX 18 MS e NE o OOO ea 18 Maintenance schedule anat 19 TECHNICAL DATA a AA eE OOO Pe 20 BZ OTe dan 20 a Fr ri E EA 20 English 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective eqipment IMPORTANT INFORMATION e Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury It is extremely important that you read and understand this manual When using a hedge trimmer protective equipment approved by the appropriate authorities must be used Personal protective 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 inspecting cleaning or assembling cutting equip ment EAR PROTECTION Ear protection offering sufficient dampening effect should be used EYE PROTECTION Blows from branches or objects thrown by the moving blades can damage the eyes BOOTS Use anti slip and stable boots CLOTHING Wear clothes made of a stron
10. DA55 Shaft Front handle 325H D A55 325H E3 Front handle 325H E4 T hrottle trigger Stop switch Throttle trigger lock Harness hook 325H E4 Cylinder cover Starter handle Fuel tank Choke Fuel pump Air filter cover Clutch cover Hand guard fastening screw 325H DA55 325H E3 Handle angle adjuster 325H E3 325H E4 Angle adjuster knob Hand guard 325H DA55 325H E3 Angle adjuster Spark plug spanner O perator s manual Transport guard Allen key Harness 325H E4 English 11 Fitting the hand guard and loop handle 325HDA55 325HE3 1 Fitting the angle adjuster Assemblethe hand guard and loop handle by screwing them together Take careto align the holes in both parts Slidethe loop handle and the hand guard onto the shaft Slide the spacer into the slot in the loop handle Fit the nut and bolt Do not over tighten Adjust to give a comfortable working position Tighten the nut NOTE Theloop handle and hand guard must not be fitted behind the arrow marked on the shaft 325HE3 325HE4 k 12 Fit the angle adjuster over the two holes in the cutting attachment NOTE Theangle adjuster must be fitted on the side nearest the shaft Fit the two washers and short screws Tighten the Screws Fit the long screw washers and knob English ASSEMBLY Fitting the cutting attachment
11. N 11806 and ISO 7917 dB A Equivalent noise power levels measured acc to prEN 11806 and ISO 10884 dB A Vibration levels Vibration levels on the handles measured acc to prEN 11806 and ISO 7916 m s Idling rear front handles M ax speed rear front handles Blades Length mm Blade speed at 9 000 rpm Cut min 325HDA55 1 50 24 5 1 34 34 1 06 27 2 700 9 500 10 500 10 800 0 9 kW 9 000 r min Yes Yes Walbro MB NGK BPMR 7A 0 02 0 5 ZamaC1Q 1 0 0 5 12 159 92 102 3 5 1 8 3 137 550 4036 TECHNICAL DATA 325HE3 1 50 24 5 1 34 34 1 06 27 2 700 9 500 10 500 10 800 0 9 kW 9 000 r min Yes Yes Walbro MB NGK BPMR 7A 0 02 0 5 ZamaC1Q 1 0 0 5 12 0 5 1 93 102 3 8 1 4 4 7 5 5 550 4036 325HE4 1 50 24 5 1 34 34 1 06 27 2 700 9500 10 500 10 800 0 9 kW 9 000 r min Yes Yes Walbro MB NGK BPMR 7A 0 02 0 5 ZamaC1Q 1 0 0 5 12 8 5 8 91 102 2 6 2 2 5 9 4 8 550 4036 EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The EPA The US Environmental Protection Agency Environment Canada and Husqvarna Forest amp Garden are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 1999 and later small nonroad engine In U S and Canada new small nonroad engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the federal stringent anti smog standards Husqvarna Forest amp Garden must war
12. T lead are not damaged otherwise you could get an electric shock If you have spilt fuel on it Wipe up all spillage b If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes Change your clothes WARNING Faulty blades can increase the risk of c If there is a fuel leak accidents M ake regular checks for leakage from the fuel cap and the fuel supply pipes Start e T he gearbox and clutch drum must be fitted before the machine is started otherwise the clutch can become loose Transport and storage and cause personal injury e Store and transport the machine and fuel so that any e Never start the machine indoors Bear in mind the dangers leakage or fumes do not risk coming into contact with of inhaling the engines exhaust fumes sparks or naked flames For example electric machines electric motors electrical switches power switches heaters e Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no or the like risk of people or animals coming into contact with the cutting equipment e When storing and transporting fuel approved containers intended for this purpose must be used e Placethe machine on the ground make sure the blades are free from branches and stones Press the machine body against the ground using your left hand NOTE Do not use your foot Grip the starter handle with your right hand and pull the starter cord e When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank must be emptied C
13. ain sparks which can result in fire if the exhaust fumes are directed towards a dry and inflam mable material 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 T his is done using a wire brush On mufflers without a catalytic converter the screen should be cleaned weekly or reolaced if necessary On mufflers 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 M aintenance 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 Cooling system To maintain as low operat ing temperature as possible the engine is equipped with a cooling system p ES 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 air onto the cylinder
14. airs or an inspection Always wear heavy duty gloves when repairing the blades T he blades are extremely sharp and can easily causes cuts Store the machine out of reach from children Only use original spare parts when carrying out repairs Basic working techniques Work with a swinging action from the bottom upwards when trimming sides Adapt the throttle according to resistance W hen trimming a hedge the engine should always be turned away from the hedge T he hedge trimmer should be held as close to the body as possible to get the best balance M ake sure that the tip does not touch the ground Do not try to force the work but move at a steady speed so that all the stems are cut evenly 10 English Changing the hedge trimmer angle allo elle 325HE3 325HE4 e Loosen the knob on the angle adjuster e Grasp the handle on the angle adjuster adjust to the desired angle and tighten the knob 325HDA55 e Loosen the knob on the angle adjuster e Press the cutting attach ment against the ground or some other solid object to set the desired angle e Tighten the knob NOTE Do not hold the cutting attachment when you adjust the angle The blades are sharp and you could easily cut yourself WHAT IS WHAT What is what on the hedge trimmer aa eS A A SS eS SS eS pa UU N F O Blade Grease nipple 3 Gearbox Blade guard 325H
15. arm soapy water Ensure that the filter is dry before refitting An air filter used for along period of time can never be cleaned completely T herefore it is necessary to replace the filter from timeto 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 H U SQ VARN A filter oil order no 503 47 73 01 T he filter oil con tains 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 com mon engine oil T his would drain through the filter quite quickly and collect in the bottom gt Ea 1 8 English Gearbox T here are three grease nipples A on the gearbox Use a grease gun to top up with grease T his should be carried out after approxi mately every 20 working hours Use H usqvarna special grease N o 503 98 96 01 N ote that the gearbox must not be filled completely with grease T he grease expands as the machine heats up during operation If the gearbox was com pletely filled with grease it could damage the seals and
16. ave a Safe and firm working position e Always use both hands to hold the machine H old the machine on the side of the body e Useyour right hand to operate the throttle e Make sure that your hands and feet cannot come into contact with the blades when the engine is running e When theengineis switched off keep your hands and feet away from the blades until they have stopped e Watch out for stumps of branches that can be thrown out during cutting e Always lay the hedge trimmer on the ground when you are not using it e Do not cut too close to the ground Stones and other objects can be thrown e Check the hedge you intend to trim for foreign objects such as electricity cables insects and animals etc and for other objects that could damage the cutting attachment such as metal items e If any object is hit or if vibrations occur stop the machine immediately Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug Check that the machine is not damaged Repair any damage e If anything jams in the blades while you are working switch off the engine and wait until it has stopped completely before cleaning the blades English 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protective instructions when work is completed Thetransport guard should always be fitted to the blades when the machine is not in use Ensure the blades have stopped and remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug before carrying out cleaning rep
17. ck that the air intake at the starter is not clogged e Fill the gearbox with grease T his should be carried out after approximately every 20 working hours e Clean the air filter e Clean or replace the muffler s spark arrest screen not on mufflers with a catalytic converter Monthly maintenance e Clean the fuel tank e Clean the exterior of the carburetor and the space around it e Clean the fan and the space around it e 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 e Change the spark plug e Change the airfilter Check and clean the muffler s spark arrest screen if necessary only mufflers with a catalytic converter English 1 9 Technical data Engine Cylinder capacity cu in cm Cylinder bore inch mm Stroke length inch mm Idling speed rpm Recommended max speed rpm M ax speed should not be exceeded rpm 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 Electrod gap inch mm Fuel lubrication system M anufacturer type of carburettor Fuel tank capacity U S pint litres Weight Weight without fuel Lbs kg Noise levels Equivalent noise pressure levels at the user s ear measured acc to prE
18. des For example if the operator should loose his grip on the front handle SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Vibration damping system The hedge trimmer is equipped with a vibration damping system which is designed to give as vibra tion free and comfortable use as possible T he hedge trimmer s vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibrations between the engine unit blades and the hedge trimmer s handles T he engine body including the blades is suspended on the handlebar system via a four springs 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 con verter 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
19. ed by the original equipment manufacturer You are responsible for presenting your small nonroad engine to a Husqvarna Forest amp Garden authorized servicing dealer as soon as a problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable 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 The warranty period begins on the date small nonroad engine is delivered LENGTH OF COVERAGE Husqvarna Forest amp Garden warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent 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 Husqvarna 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 Husqvarna Forest amp Garden at 1 800 487 5963 WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted
20. eration e Thecarburettor governs the engines speed via the throttle Air fuel is mixed in the carburettor T he air fuel mixture is adjustable To take advantage of the engines optimal output the adjustment must be correct e Thesetting of the carburettor means that the engine is adapted to local conditions for example the climate altitude petrol and the type of 2 stroke oil e Thecarburettor is equipped with three adjustment possi bilities H H igh speed needle L Low speed needle T Idle speed adjuster screw e 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 e TheT screw regulates the position of the throttle while the engine Is idling Turning the screw clockwise gives a higher idling speed while turning it anti clockwise gives a lower idling speed Basic setting e Thecarburettor is set to its basic setting when test run at the factory T he basic setting is richer than the optimal setting and should be kept during the machines first working hours T hereafter the carburettor should be finely adjusted Fine adjustment should be carried out by a skilled technician NOTE If the cutting attachment rotates moves while the engine i
21. 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 Husqvarna Forest amp Garden servicing dealer CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Husqvarna Forest amp 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 failures caused by abuse neglect or improper maintenance are not covered ADD ON OR MODIFIED PARTS The use of add on or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim Husqvarna 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 Husqvarna Forest amp Garden at 1 800 487 5963 WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty services or repairs shall be provided at all Husqvarna 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 warran
22. g fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on shrubs and branches Always wear heavy duty long pants Do not wear jewellery shorts sandals or go bare foot Secure hair so it is above shoulder level FIRST AID KIT A first aid kit should be close at hand 4 English The machine s protective equipment This section describes the hedge trimmer s protective equip ment its function and how checks and maintenance are carried out to ensure that it operates correctly See the chapter W hat iswhat to locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine WARNING Never use a hedge trimmer with defective protective equipment Follow the control maintenance and service instructions described in this section 1 Throttle trigger lock T he throttle trigger lock is designed to prevent the throttle from accidentally being engaged T he trigger A can only be pressed in if the lock B isheld in the operator holding the handle When 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 indepen dent return spring systems T his means that the throttle is automatically locked in the idling position 2 Stop switch T he stop switch should be used to stop the engine 3 Hand guard 325HDA55 HE3 The hand guard prevents the operator s hands from coming into contact with the bla
23. ifornia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm MH Husqvarna HUSQVARNA AB HUSKVARNA SWEDEN IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION TWC THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U S EPA PH1 FOR SMALL NON ROAD ENGINES REFER TO OPERATOR S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS T his decal certifies that the product has been approved in accordance with American exhaust emissions requirements EPA 1 List of contents SYMBOL EXPLANATION o o ee CE CO E A 2 CONTENTS List Of contents ococconocccnocininonnnonn conan cnn nnconn nro nn cnn ncronnninos 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment cccessessssessssteeseteessttesens 4 The machines protective equipment ccoccccconnccnnnnoninnnnnnonoss 4 Control maintenance and service of the hedge trimmer s protective EQUIPMENT ceecssesteescsreessstessstesesseeessaterens 6 General Safety instructions ooonccconoccnoonnnonancononncronnorancnonnnos 8 General working instructions for hedge trimmer 9 WHAT IS WHAT W hat is what on the hedge trimmer sarreren 11 ASSEMBLY Fitting the hand guard and loop handle 325H D A55 LE A A RUE UU o 12 Fitting the angle adjuster 325H E3 325H E4 12 Fitting the cutting attachment ceeesssseessnsennnenenenenenenne nn 12 Adjusting the harness 325H EA oooncccconoccninonaninanoconnnnnnnnos 12 FUEL HANDLING Fuel MIXtUTE aprte 13 ne PE O 13 START AND STOP
24. ity can also be conducted by branches and other objects especially if they are wet Always keep a distance of at least 10 m 30 ft between the machine and live electricity lines and or objects that are touching them If you have to work closer than this always contact the relevant power company to make sure the power is switched off before you start your work T his machine has along reach M ake sure that no people or animals come closer than 15 m 45 ft when the machine is running Regular cleaning required O cular control Ka zZ Approved eye protection must always be used N Q 2 English CONTENTS Husqvarna AB has a 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 authorised 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 A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of Cal
25. moothly e N ote the engine should be gt run unloaded when adjusting the high speed O needle Therefore disman O tle the cutting equipment nut support flange and disc drive before adjusting the high speed needle T he high speed needle is adjusted correctly when the machine splatters a little If the machine smokes heavily at the same time as it splatters heavily the adjustment is too rich N OTE For optimum setting of the carburettor contact a qualified servicing dealer who has a revolution counter at his disposal 1 6 English Correctly adjusted carburettor A correctly adjusted carburettor means that the machine accelerates without hesitation and the machine 4 cycles a 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 MAINTENANCE Muffler NOTE Some mufflers are fitted with catalytic converters See Techni cal data to find out if your machine is equipped with a catalytic converter T he muffler 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 cont
26. nd turn the low speed needle L 1 4 turn counter clockwise NOTE If the blades move when the engine is idling turn the idling speed screw T counter clockwise until the blades stop English 1 5 MAINTENANCE Adjusting the idle speed T Adjust 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 L cutting attachment starts to 2 MOVE CAUTION Contact your servicing dealer if the idle speed setting cannot be adjusted so that the cutting attachment stops D o 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 a too high speed resulting in engine damage Do not allow the engine to run at full soeed for more than 10 seconds Apply full throttle and turn the high speed needle H slowly anticlockwise until the engine runs unevenly Thehigh speed needle H is then turned slowly clock u wise a little until the engine e ill runs s
27. ontact your local petrol station to find out how to dispose of excess fuel e The blades transport guard should always be fitted when transporting or storing the hedge trimmer WARNING Exercise great care when handling fuel Bear in mind the risk of fire explosions and inhaling fumes 8 English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions when using the hedge trimmer WARNING The hedge trimmer can cause serious personal injury Read the safety instructions carefully Learn how to use the machine WARNING Cutting tool Do not touch the tool without first switching off the engine NOTE Read the O perator s M anual carefully before using the hedge trimmer Personal protection e Always wear boots and the other safety equipment described in the section Personal protective equipment Always wear working clothes and thick long trousers N ever wear loose fitting clothes or jewellery Secure hair so it is above shoulder level Protective instructions regarding the surroundings e Never allow children to use the machine Ensure no one comes within 15 metres while working N ever allow anyone to use the machine without first being absolutely sure that they understand the contents of the O perator s M anual UNS N ever work on a ladder stool or any other raised position that is not fully secured Protective instructions while working e Always ensure you h
28. please ask for details of the closest service workshop 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 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 1 Throttle trigger lock e Check that the throttle is locked in the idling position when the throttle trigger lock isin its original position e Pressin 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 Seethe section Start Start the hedge trimmer and apply full throttle Release the throttle and check that the blades stop and remain at a standstill If the blades rotate with the throttle in the idling position then the carburettor s idling setting must be checked See chapter M ainte nance 6 English 2 Stop switch e Start the engine and make sure that the engine stops when the stop switch is moved to the stop position 3 Hand guard e Ensure that the
29. rant the emission control system on your small nonroad engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your unit Your emission control system includes Parts such as the carburetor and the ignition system Where a warrantable condition exists Husqvarna Forest amp Garden will repair your small nonroad engine at no cost to you Expenses covered under warranty include diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE The 1999 and later small nonroad engines are warranted for two years If any emission related part on your engine as listed above is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by Husqvarna Forest Garden OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the small nonroad engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Operator s Manual Husqvarna Forest Garden recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small nonroad engine but Husqvarna Forest amp Garden cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance As the small nonroad engine owner you should however be aware that Husqvarna Forest 8 Garden may deny you warranty coverage if your small nonroad engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance unapproved modifications or the use of parts not made or approv
30. re of the fire hazard especially when handling the saw near flammable substances or vapours Fuelling WARNING A N 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 e Clean around the fuel cap Contamination in the tank can disrupt operations e Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container before filling the tank LY A Gasolin Oil l Benzin Huile Aceite Essence Lit Gasolina Lit 2 1 50 3 1 33 5 0 10 0 15 10 0 20 0 30 15 0 30 0 45 20 0 40 0 60 US US gallon fl oz 2 1 50 3 1 33 1 21 2 3 3 4 21 2 6 1 2 9 3 4 5 12 7 8 19 1 4 START AND STOP Control before starting e Inspect the working area Remove objects that can be thrown Check the blades N ever use blades that are dull cracked or damaged Check that the hedge trimmer is in full working order Check that all nuts and bolts are tightened correctly M ake sure the gearbox is lubricated correctly See the section Lubricating the blades Ensure the blades always stop when
31. s idling the T screw should be turned anti clockwise until the cutting attachment stops Recommended idling speed is 2 700 rpm Recommended max speed See technical data WARNING If the idling speed cannot be adjusted so that the cutting attachment stops contact your service workshop Do not use the machine until it has been correctly adjusted or repaired Fine adjustment e When the machine has been run in the carburettor should be finely adjusted T he fine adjustment should be carried out by qualified person First adjust the L jet then the idling screw T and then theH jet Conditions e Before any adjustments are made the rfil er should de clean and the airfilter cover fitted Adjusting th carbure cor while a dirty airfilter isin use will result in al mer mi cure when the filter is finally cleaned This can give riset serious engine damage e Carefully turn theL and H needleto 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 e 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 fou
32. tedly until fuel begins to fill the diaphragm The diaphragm need not be completely filled Press the machine body against the ground using your left hand NOTE Do not use your foot Grip the starter handle with your right hand and slowly pull the starter cord out until you feel some resistance the starter hooks grip now quickly and powerfully pull the cord Immediately press the choke control in when the 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 hedge trimmer Stop The engine is stopped by switching the ignition off using the stop switch MAINTENANCE Carburettor Your H usqvarna product has been designed and manufac tured 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 perform ance 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 carburet tor for optimum operating conditions WARNING The complete clutch cover and gear must be fitted before the machine is started otherwise the clutch may come loose and cause injury Op
33. the engine is Idling Only use the machine for what it is intended for Ensure that the handle and safety functions are in order N ever use a machine that lacks a part or has been modified outside of the specifications Start and stop Start WARNING The gearbox and clutch drum must be fitted before the machine is started otherwise the clutch can become loose and cause personal injury Always move the hedge trimmer about 3 metres from the filling position before starting Place the machine on a flat surface Bear in mind that the blades start to move when the engine is started Make sure the blades cannot come into contact with any object Make sure that no unau thorised persons are in the working area otherwise there is a risk of serious personal injury Cold engine IGNITION Set the stop switch to the start position CHOKE Set the choke control in the choke position A T he choke position is also the automatic start throttle position 1 AIR PURGE HO Press the air purge dia phragm repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the diaphragm The diaphragm need not be completely filled 14 English Warm engine IGNITION Set the stop switch to the start position CHOKE Set the choke control in the choke position and then back again to its original position B In this way only the start throttle is applied with no choke AIR PURGE Press the air purge dia phragm repea
34. ty 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 Ignition System a Spark Plug covered up to maintenance schedule b Ignition Module 5 Muffler with catalytic converter MAINTENANCE STATEMENT The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as defined in the operator s manual English 21 UA ADAN A 2001w10
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