Husqvarna 323P4, 325P4, 325P5 Chainsaw User Manual
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1. 325HS 75 HS99 Operator s Manual LL Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the hedge trimmer 101 90 46 26 Symbols gt E a SYMBOL EXPLANATION WARN ING T he hedge trimmer can be dangerous Careless or incorrect use can result in serious even fatal injury Read through the O perator s M anual carefully and understand the content before using the hedge trimmer Always use e Ear protection e Approved eye protection This product isin accordance with applicable CE directives e Always wear approved protective gloves Other symbols decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets 2 English Checks and or maintenance should be carried out with the engine switched off with the stop switch in the STOP position Always use approved protective gloves Regular cleaning required O cular control Approved eye protection must always be used CONTENTS H usqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product List of contents development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice SYMBOL EXPLANATION SND S A E T E E E E 2 WARNING CONTENTS Under no circumstances may the design LEU 0 PEI ace eerste raster ec eta epeemzeanaeeteg 3 of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer Always SAFETY INSTRUCTI2. fy A Gasolin Oil Ol 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 2 1 2 3 3 4 2 1 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 e Check the blades N ever use blades that are dull cracked or damaged e Check that the hedge trimmer is in full working order Check that all nuts and bolts are tightened correctly e Make sure the gearbox is lubricated correctly See the section Lubricating the blades e Ensure the blades always stop when the engine is Idling e Only usethe machine for what it is intended for e 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 the machine is started Place the machine on a hard surface Bear in mind that the blades could start to move when the engine starts Make sure the blades cannot come into contact with any object Make sure that no unauthorised persons are in the working area otherwise ther
3. Air filter Gearbox T heair filter A should be cleaned regularly removing dust and dirt to avoid T here is a grease nipple A on the gearbox U se a grease gun to top up with grease T his should be carried out after approximately every 20 working hours U se H usqvarna special grease No 503 98 96 01 carburettor malfunction starting problems reduced engine power unnecessary wear to engine parts e abnormal fuel consumption 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 Clean the filter after every 25 hours or more regularly if Operating conditions are exceptionally dusty Cleaning the air filter oe Dismantle the air filter cover B and remove the air filter The lubricant in the gearbox does not normally need to be Wash in clean warm soapy water Ensure that the filter is dry reolaced other than with repair 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 time to time with a new filter A damaged air filter must always be replaced i If the machine is used in dusty conditions the air filter Lubrication should be soaked in oil see the section on O iling the air filter Always lubricate the blade runners with special grease 531 00 60
4. 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 soeed while turning it anti clockwise gives a lower idling speed 14 English 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 machine s first working hours T hereafter the carburettor should be finely adjusted Fine adjustment should be carried out by a skilled technician NOTE NOTE If the blades move while the engine is idling the T screw should be turned anti clockwise until the blades stop Recommended idling speed is 2 700 rpm Recommended max speed See technical data WARNING If the idling speed cannot be adjusted so that the blades stop 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 Before any adjustments are made the airfilter should be clean and the airfilter cover fitted Adjusting the carburettor whil
5. 74 UL 21 before use Oiling the air filter Always use H U SQ VARN A filter oil order no 503 47 73 01 The filter oil con tains a solvent to make it soread 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 English 17 MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule Below follows some general maintenance Instructions If you need further information please contact your service workshop Daily maintenance 1 Clean the outside of the machine 2 Makesurethe throttle trigger lock and the throttle function correctly from a safety point of view 3 Check that the stop switch functions 4 Check that the blades do not rotate while idling 5 Clean the air filter Replace if necessary 6 Check that the hand guard is not damaged Replace the guard if damaged 7 Check that all nuts and screws are tightened 18 English Weekly maintenance 1 Check the starter the starter cord and the return spring 2 Makesurethat the vibration damping elements are not damaged 3 Clean the outside of the spark plug Remove and c
6. it has been properly adjusted or repaired High speed needle H The high speed needle affects the machine s 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 speed for more than 10 seconds Apply full throttle and turn the high speed needle H slowly anticlockwise until a e illl the engine runs unevenly RA The high speed needle H is e then turned slowly clock wise a little until the engine e runs smoothly N ote the engine should be run unloaded when adjusting the high speed needle Thehigh 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 NOT E For optimum setting of the carburettor contact a qualified servicing dealer who has a revolution counter at his disposal 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 blades must not 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
7. plate with subsequent serial number are in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents following the provisions in the COUNCILS DIRECTIVES of June 22 1998 relating to machinery 98 37 EC and applicable supplements of May 3 1989 relating to electromagnetic compatibility 89 336 EEC and applicable supplements The following standards have been applied EN292 2 CISPR 12 97 EN774 SMP Svensk Maskinprovning AB Fyrisborgsgatan 3 S 754 50 Uppsala Sweden has carried out voluntary type approval for Husqvarna AB The certificates are numbered SEC 99 712 325HS75 HS99 Huskvarna December 29 1999 _f Bo Andr asson Development manager L U 2o00w03 We hope you find the links below useful For further gardening information visit Blower Vacs Cultivators Electric chainsaws Garden tractors Hover mowers Lawn scarifiers Petrol hedge cutters Ryobi strimmers Kee Caa Gardening Tools Direct Brush cutters Cylinder lawn mowers Fertiliser spreaders Garden vacuums Husqvarna chainsaws Lawn tractors Ride on lawn mowers Scarifiers Tools Brushcutters Cylinder mowers Garden blowers Hayter lawn mowers Kawasaki brush cutters Leaf blowers Ride on mowers Strimmers Westwood tractors all your garden needs Chainsaws Echo chainsaws Garden rollers Hedge cutters Kawasaki strimmers Leaf vacuums Rotary mowers West
8. rich adjustment of the two speed needles L and H gives acceleration problems or too low working speed English 1 5 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 contain 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 f the screen is frequently blocked this can be a sign that the function of the catalytic converter is impaired C ontact 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
9. transporting fuel approved containers intended for this purpose must be used e Place the 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 N OTE Do not use your foot Grip the starter handle with your right hand and pull the starter cord When 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 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 N OTE 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 e Always wear working clothes and thick long trousers N ever wear loose fitting clothes or jewellery e Secure hair so it is above shoulder level Protective instructions regardi
10. ONS use genuine accessories Non authorised Personal protective EqUIPMENE ssssssssssssssssesssssessseeessseses 4 modifications and or accessories can T nemachines protective equipment sesssieiseiiiasieensiiiis 4 result in serious personal injury or the Control maintenance and service of the hedge trimmer s death of the operator or others protective equipment uo cccteccsesetesteeeeeesseeseteesareaes 6 General Safety INSCrUCTIONS ccccecsstecssessseeseeeseeresseseeeees 8 General working instructions for hedge triMMe sss 9 WHAT IS WHAT W hat is what on the hedge trimmer sareren I FUEL HANDLING GY aa A E E EA EE 12 FOCUN anaa T T 12 START AND STOP Control before arting ssssssssrrserrrenrrserrrenrrrerrrnerrrnerrnenrns 13 RO en E i MAINTENANCE WoE E nE E oles E E E E TE 14 MONET saci tarts onaraananetuanneane io N 16 Cooling Yem s sssssesssesrssrrsrrsnrrsnrrsnrrnnrrsnrsnnnrnrsenrsnrnserne 16 BOF E e E E E A E AE 16 AE EO anaieri e E nuciea eennkananibehs 17 Eee E E A NAAA E E 17 LUD CaCl OY sus ssicsteo neva innein noe EATE Ire rE 17 M aintenance SCHCOU Ciccsceinsetinactuserenectiecetencatroeteeeieeesiauries 18 English 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective eqipment The machine s protective equipment IMPORTANT INFORMATION T his section describes the hedge trimmer s protective equip ment its function and how checks and maintenance are e Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can car
11. also applies at idling speeds Contact can result in burns to the skin Be observant to the risk of fire 16 English Cooling system To maintain as low operat ing temperature as possible the engine is equipped with a cooling system T he 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 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 The condition 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 malfunc tion 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 The spark plug should be changed after about one month of opera tion or earlier if necessary N OTE Always use the recommended type of spark plug An incorrect spark plug can damage the cylinder piston MAINTENANCE
12. dical 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 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 spa
13. e a dirty airfilter isin 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 e Now start the machine according to the starting instructions and run it warm for 10 minutes NOTE If the blades move theT screw should be turned counter clockwise until the blades stop Low speed needle L Try to find the highest idling speed turning the low speed needle L clockwise respec tively counter clockwise W hen the highest speed has been found 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 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 blades start moving Then turn the screw anti clockwise until the blades stop T he idle speed is correctly adjusted when the engine runs smoothly in every position T here should also be a good margin to the rpm at which the blades start to move WARNING Contact your dealer service workshop if the idle speed setting cannot be adjusted so that the blades stop Do not use the machine until
14. e engine and must always berun 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 NOTE 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 The lowest 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 T his leads to an increased engine temperature which can result in a serious engine breakdown e When 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 e 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 M ixing ratio 1 33 3 e Never use two stroke oil intended for water cooled outboard motors so called outboard mo
15. e 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 AIR PURGE Press the air purge dia phragm repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the diaphragm T he diaphragm need not be completely filled 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 repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the diaphragm T he diaphragm need not be completely filled Press the machine body against the ground using your left hand N OTE 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
16. es is correct T he 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 tight ened T he edges of the blade are too hard to be filed D ull blades should be sharp ened using a grinder SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 Blade guard e Replace the blades if they are bent or damaged English 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 while the 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 10 ft design oil Never use a machine that is faulty Follo
17. g or assembling cutting equip ment EAR PROTECTION Ear protection offering sufficient dampening effect should be used EYE PROTECTION 2 Stop switch Blows from branches or objects thrown by the moving blades can damage the eyes T he stop switch C should be used to stop the engine BOOTS Use anti slip and stable boots 3 Hand guard CLOTHING Wear clothes made of a strong 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 Thehand guard D prevents the operator s hands from coming into contact with the blades For example if the operator should loose his grip on the front handle FIRST AID KIT A first aid kit should be close at hand 4 English 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 The engine body including the blades is suspended on the handlebar system by five springs WARNING Over exposure to vibrations can result in blood vessel or nerve injury to persons suffering with blood circulation problems Seek me
18. heck the electrode gap Adjust the gap to 0 5 mm or change the spark plug 4 Clean the cooling fins on the flywheel 5 Clean or replace the muffler s spark arrest screen not on mufflers with a catalytic con verter 6 Clean the carburettor area 7 Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder and check that the air intake in the starter unit is not blocked 8 Fill the gearbox with grease T his should be carried out after approximately every 20 working hours 9 Check that the bolts keeping the blades together are tightened See the section Con trol maintenance and sevice of the machine s Safety equipment MAINTENANCE Monthly maintenance 1 Clean the fuel tank 2 Clean the carburettor and the area surrounding it 3 Clean the fan wheel and the area around It 4 Check the fuel filter and the fuel pipe replace if necessary 5 Check all cables and connections 6 Check the clutch clutch springs and the clutch drum with regard to wear Replace if necessary 7 Change the spark plug 8 Check and clean the muffler s spark arrest screen if necessary only mufflers with a catalytic converter English 1 9 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Engine Cylinder capacity cu in cm Cylinder bore inch mm Stroke length inch mm Idling speed rom Recommended max speed rom M ax engine output acc to ISO 8893 Catalytic converter muffler S
19. is stopped by switching the ignition off using the stop switch English 1 3 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 Operation e Thecarburettor governs the engine s speed via the throttle Air fuel is mixed in the carburettor T he air fuel mixture is adjustable To take advantage of the engine s optimal output the adjustment must be correct T he setting 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
20. ng the surroundings e N ever allow children to use the machine Ensure no one comes within 15 metres while working Pa UN 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 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 have a Safe and firm working position e Always use both hands to hold the machine H old the machine in front of you U se your left hand to operate the throttle M ake sure that your hands and feet cannot come into contact with the blades when the engine is running W hen the engine is switched off keep your hands and feet away from the blades until they have stopped Do not cut too close to the ground Stones and other objects can be thrown M ake sure that there are no foreign objects such as electricity cables etc in your working area Also remove any objects that could damage the hedge trimmer such as metal items 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 English 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protective instructions when work is completed T he transport guard should always be fitted to the blades when the machine is not in use En
21. peed regulated ignition system gnition 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 prEN 31806 and ISO 7917 dB A Equivalent noise power levels measured acc to prEN 31806 and ISO 10884 dB A Vibration levels Vibration levels on the handles measured acc to prEN 31806 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 20 English 325HS 75 1 55 25 4 1 34 34 1 10 28 2 700 11 000 0 9 kW 9000 rom Yes Yes Walbro M B CD Champion RC 7Y 0 02 0 5 Walbro WT 0 85 0 4 12 1 5 5 96 104 2 0 2 9 1 7 4 2 750 4 490 325HS99 1 55 25 4 1 34 34 1 10 28 2 700 11 000 0 9 kW 9000 rom Yes Yes Walbro M B CD Champion RCJ 7Y 0 02 0 5 Walbro WT 0 85 0 4 12 8 5 8 97 104 2 229 2 4 4 0 990 4 490 EU declaration of conformity only applies to Europe Directive 98 37 EC Annex Il A We Husqvarna AB S 561 82 Huskvarna Sweden tel 46 36 146500 declare under sole responsibility that the hedge trimmers Husqvarna 325HS75 and 325HS99 from 1999 s serial numbers and onwards the year is clearly stated in plain text on the type
22. ried out to ensure that it operates correctly See the chapter turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause W hat iswhat to locate where this equipment is positioned on serious or even fatal injury It is extremely your machine important that you read and understand this manual WARNING Never use a hedge trimmer with defective protective equipment Follow the control When using a hedge trimmer protective equipment approved by the appropriate authorities must be used Personal protective maintenance and service instructions equipment does not eliminate the risk of described in this section 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 1 Throttle trigger lock T he throttle trigger lock is WARNING designed to prevent the Remove your hearing protection as soon as throttle from accidentally you stop the engine so that you can hear being engaged T he trigger any noises or warning signals 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 GLOVES Gloves should be worn when necessary e g when inspecting cleanin
23. rks that can cause fires Never start the machine indoors or close to inflammable material 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 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 it
24. s 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 p BAE e Ensurethat the blade guard is fitted correctly e Make 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 gt e Check that the vibration damping element is securely attached between the engine unit and the handlebar unit 5 Muffler e Never usea machine that has a defective muffler 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 blad
25. sure the blades have stopped and remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug before carrying out cleaning repairs or an inspection Always wear heavy duty gloves when repairing the Teal blades T he blades are sie extremely sharp and can easily causes cuts Store the machine out of reach from children e Only use original spare parts when carrying out repairs Basic working techniques e When cutting the sides of ahedge work from the bottom upwards W hen cutting horizontally work from right to left Adjust the throttle setting to suit the load 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 WHAT IS WHAT What is what on the hedge trimmer oe a Se SS ee iS a eS SS eS eS LE A ea a E O perator s M anual Grease nipple G earbox Blades H and guard H andle Cylinder cover Starter handle Fuel cap Fuel tank Air purge Choke T hrottle trigger lock T hrottle trigger Stop switch 16 17 18 19 Air filter cover Spark plug spanner Allen key Blade cover Transport English 11 FUEL HANDLING Fuel NOTE The machine is fitted with a two strok
26. tor oil e Never use oil intended for four stroke engines 12 English Mixture Always mix petrol and oil in a clean container intended for petrol Always start by filling half the quantity of petrol required Then add the entire oil quantity M ix snake the fuel mixture Fill the remaining quantity of petrol e M ix shake the fuel mixture carefully before filling in the machine s fuel tank e 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 aware 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
27. w 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 Neve start the machine All covers and guards must be fitted before a starting the machine Check that the spark plug cap and HT 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 engine s 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
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