Husqvarna 124C Trimmer User Manual
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1. Indicates the direction of rotation The operator of the machine must ensure that no persons or animals comes within a 15 metre radius while working Arrows which show limits for handle positioning Always wear approved protective gloves Wear sturdy non slip boots OOS Other symbols decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets Stop the engine by pushing and holding the stop switch gt in the STOP position until the DE engine stops before carrying out any checks or maintenance Regular cleaning is required Visual check Oi Approved eye protection must always be used Sl 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT Whenever you use a lawn edger you must wear personal protective equipment that is approved by the authori ties Personal protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of accidents but it can reduce the effects of an injury in the event of an accident Ask your dealer for help when choosing protective equipment WARNING Listen out for warn ing signals or shouts when you are wearing hearing protection Always remove your hearing protection as soon as the engine stops GLOVES Gloves should be worn when necessary e g when fitting cutting attachments HEARING PROTECTION Wear hearing protection that provides adequate noise reduction EYE PROTECTION Always wear approved eye protection2. s expense Pick up and delivery charges are not covered by this warranty An authorized Husqvarna dealer can be normally located through the Yellow Pages of the lo cal telephone directory or by calling 1 800 HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area Husqvarna 7349 Statesville Road CHARLOTTE NC 28269 U S EPA CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENT CANADA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The U S Environmental Protection Agency California Air Resources Board Environment Canada and HUSQVARNA are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your year 2005 and later small off road engine In California all small off road en gines must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog stan dards HUSQVARNA must warrant the emis sion control system on your small off road engine for the periods of time listed below pro vided 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 the ignition system Where a warrantable condition exists HUSQVARNA will repair your small off road engine at no cost to you Expenses covered under warranty include diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE If any emissions related part on your engine as listed under Emissions Control Warran ty Parts List is defective or a defect in the materials or
3. 00 20 WARRANTY STATEMENT 21 EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT 22 Note the following before starting 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 Long term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment Always use approved hearing protection Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any nonroad engine re pair establishment or individual The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions Compliance label indi cates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emissions requirements Category C 50 hours B 125 hours and A 300 hours IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION Husqvarna ASSEMBLED IN USA THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO EMISSIONS REGULATIONS FOR SMALL OFF ROAD ENGINES FAMILY DISP SERIAL EMISSION THE AIR INDEX OF THIS ENGINE IS 3 B I i BEEE THE LOWER THE AIR INDEX THE LESS POLLUTION WNER UAL FOR REFER TO OWNER S MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS A 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 reference please fill out the following information that will be needed for future servicing of your trim
4. If you use a visor then you must also wear approved protective goggles Approved protective goggles must comply with standard ANSI Z87 1 BOOTS Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on twigs and branches Always wear heavy long pants Do not wear jewelry shorts sandals or go barefoot Secure hair so it is above shoulder level FIRST AID KIT Always have a first aid kit nearby Machine s safety equipment This section describes the machine s safe ty equipment its purpose and how checks and maintenance should be carried out to ensure that it operates correctly See the Know your trimmer section to locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk of accidents can increase if machine maintenance is not carried out correctly and if service and or repairs are not carried out professionally If you need further information please contact your nearest ser vicing dealer WARNING Never use a machine that has faulty safety equipment Carry out the inspection mainte nance and service routines listed in this section Throttle lock The throttle lock is designed to prevent ac cidental operation of the throttle control When you press the lock A i e when you grasp the handle it releases the throttle control B When you release the handle the throttle control and the throttle lock both move back
5. 1 Accident abuse misuse negligence and neglect including stale fuel dirt abrasives moisture rust corrosion or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits 2 Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the operator s manual or instruction sheet furnished by Husqvarna 3 Alterations or modifications that change the intended use of the product or affects the product s performance operation safety or durability or causes the product to fail to comply with any applicable laws 4 Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the above REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PRO VIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHAS ER HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN TIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS EXCEPT TO THE EX TENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MER CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PAR TICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PROD UCTS IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT HUSQ VARNA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UP DATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS Some states do not allow the exclusion of in cidental or consequential damages or limita tions on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations
6. ing and servicing your machine See Checking maintaining and servicing the machine s safety equipment section WARNING Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get very hot during use and remain so for some time after stopping This also ap plies at idle speed Contact can re sult in burns to the skin Remember the risk of fire WARNING The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic Avoid contact with these elements in the event of a damaged muffler WARNING Bear in mind that Engine exhaust fumes contain car bon monoxide which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning For this reason you should not start or run the machine indoors or any where that is poorly ventilated The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks which can start a fire Never start the machine indoors or near com bustible material Cutting equipment The blade is designed and processed to withstand loads that edging of a lawn involves The locking nut secures the cutting equipment on the output shaft Checking maintaining and servicing the machine s safety equipment IMPORTANT All servicing and repair work on the machine requires special training This is especially true of the machine s safety equipment If your machine fails any of the checks de scribed below you must contact your service agent When you buy any of our products we guarantee the availability of professional
7. not use the machine in bad weather such as dense fog heavy rain strong wind intense cold etc Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings added risks such as icy ground unpredictable felling direction etc 3 Make sure you can move and stand safely Check the area around you for possible ob stacles roots rocks branches ditches etc in case you have to move suddenly Take great care when working on sloping ground 4 Switch off the engine before moving to another area 5 Never put the machine down with the en gine running Basic working techniques Safety instructions while working e Always ensure you have a safe and firm foothold e Always hold the machine with both hands Hold the machine of the right hand side your the body e Make sure your hands and feet do not come into contact with the blade when the engine is running e When the engine is switched off keep your hands and feet away from the blade until it has stopped e Always cut edges at full throttle Always keep the blade close to the ground Always drop to idling speed after each working operation Longer periods run ning at full throttle without loading the en gine that is without resistance which the engine feels from the blade when edging can lead to serious engine damage It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle Be especially careful when pulling the edger towar
8. or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SECTION 5 CUSTOMER RE SPONSIBILITIES The product must exhibit reasonable care maintenance operation storage and gener al upkeep as written in the maintenance section of the operator s manual Should an operational problem or failure occur the product should not be used but delivered as is to an authorized Husqvarna dealer for evaluation Proof of purchase as explained in Section 6 rests solely with the customer SECTION 6 PROCEDURE TO OB TAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION It is the Owner s and Dealer s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly filled out and mailed to Husq varna Forest amp Garden Company This card should be mailed within ten 10 days from the date of purchase in order to confirm the war ranty and to facilitate post sale service Proof of purchase must be presented to the autho rized Husqvarna dealer in order to obtain war ranty service This proof must include date purchased model number serial number and complete name and address of the selling dealer To obtain the benefit of this warranty the product believed to be defective must be delivered to an authorized Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner no later than thirty 30 days from date of the operational problem or failure The product must be delivered at the owner
9. to their original positions This movement is controlled by two independent return springs This arrangement means that the throttle control is automatically locked at the idle setting Stop switch Make sure the engine stops when you push and hold the stop switch SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cutting attachment guard This guard is intended to prevent loose ob jects from being thrown towards the opera tor The guard also protects the operator from accidental contact with the cutting at tachment WARNING Never use a cutting attachment without an approved guard See the section on Technical data If an incorrect or faulty guard is fitted this can cause serious personal injury WARNING Overexposure to vibration can lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage in people who have impaired circulation Contact your doctor if you experi ence symptoms of overexposure to vibration Such symptoms include numbness loss of feeling tingling pricking pain loss of strength changes in skin color or condition These symptoms normally appear in the fingers hands or wrists The risk increases at low temperatures Muffler The muffler is designed to reduce the noise level and to direct the exhaust gases away from the operator CAUTION Muffler is fitted with a catalytic converter designed to reduce harmful ex haust gases For mufflers it is very important that you fol low the instructions on checking maintain
10. ARNA special grease 18 MAINTENANCE The grease in the bevel gear does not nor mally need to be changed except if repairs are carried out Adjusting the edger s cutting depth The cutting depth should be adjusted before starting work A WARNING Never attempt to ad just the cut depth when the engine is running Always release the throttle trigger wait until the blade stops turning move the ON OFF switch to the OFF position and disconnect spark plug before mak ing adjustments 1 Loosen the depth adjustment knob A 2 Slide the wheel to the desired position e Raising the wheel will increase the cut ting depth e Lowering the wheel will decrease the cutting depth 3 Tighten the depth adjustment knob se curely WARNING Always keep the engine on the right hand side of your body Always wear protective glasses long pants and heavy duty shoes when using the machine Observe your surrondings ensure people and animals do not come in the immediate vicinity or can be hit by thrown objects When edging apply full throttle before entering the soil Maintenance schedule Below you will find some general mainte nance instructions Daily maintenance Check throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout function e Check that the stop switch works correctly e Check that there are no fuel leaks from the engine tank or fuel lines Check that the blade does not rotate when the engine i
11. Never allow anyone else to use the machine without first ensuring that they have understood the contents of the operator s manual Safety instructions before starting work e Inspect the working area Remove any objects such as stones broken glass nails steel wire string etc that can be thrown or can wrap around the blade or blade guard Keep others at a safe distance Children animals onlookers and helpers should stand outside of the safety zone of 50 feet 15 meters Stop the machine im mediately if anyone should approach e Check the entire machine before starting work Replace damaged parts Check for fuel leakage and that all safety guards and covers are complete and fastened securely Check all nuts and bolts Check the blade for cracks or any other damage Ensure the blade guard is mounted and not damaged equipment may increase the risk of accidents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Check that the blade and blade guard are correctly secured e When adjusting the carburetor make sure the blade is held against the ground and that no one is in the immediate vicinity Make sure the blade does not rotate when idling Make sure the handle and safety features are in order Never use a machine that has parts missing or has been changed in relation to the specification Only use the machine for the purpose for which it was intended Starting WARNING When the engine is started with the choke in eith
12. Operator s Manual 125E Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine English CONTENTS Contents CONTENTS CONMENIS 3 desing tes deste Eiaa 2 Note the following before starting 2 KEY TO SYMBOLS SYMB erre weetad hed chs 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment 4 Machine s safety equipment 4 Cutting equipment 5 Checking maintaining and servicing the machine s safety equipment 5 General safety precautions 8 Starting oeiia pean dee eed awit 9 Fuel safety 000 00 9 Transporting and storage 9 General working instructions 9 Basic safety rules 9 Basic working techniques 10 KNOW YOUR EDGER Know your edger 12 ASSEMBLY Assembling the loop handle 13 Assembling the blade 13 FUEL HANDLING Bue cu 234 ce4d tae eh oe eae 14 Fueling n enh 28 See fenton cue Wiayairaetcenn 14 STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting 15 Starting and stopping 15 MAINTENANCE Garburetor 2 eae es 17 Muffler oi ipoden cece eee Pane 17 Spark plug 20 000000 18 Alt fit has elie a can tienes ste a 18 Bevel gear cece cece cee ees 18 Adjusting the edger s cutting depth 19 Maintenance schedule 19 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data
13. WARRANTY STATEMENT SECTION 1 LIMITED WARRANTY Husqvarna Forest amp Garden Company Husqvarna warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser to be free from de fects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the Warranty Period of the products as set forth below Lifetime Warranty Trimmer shafts ignition coils and modules 2 Year NON COMMERCIAL Warranty Trimmers for non commercial non profes sional non institutional or non income pro ducing use except as herein stated Emission control system components neces sary to comply with CARB TIER II and EPA regulations 1 Year Warranty All trimmers used for commercial institutional professional or in come producing purposes or use SECTION 2 HUSQVARNA S OB LIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a component fails because of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period SECTION 3 ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY The following items are not covered by this warranty 1 Normal customer maintenance items which become worn through normal regu lar use including but not limited to filters lubricants rewind springs spark plugs and starter ropes Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light SECTION 4 EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS This warranty shall be inapplicable to de fects resulting from the following
14. arranted 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 ser vice center or call HUSQVARNA at 1 800 487 5963 WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SER VICE Warranty services or repairs shall be pro vided at all HUSQVARNA service centers Call 1 800 487 5963 22 U S EPA CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENT CANADA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RE PARTS LIST LATED PARTS Carburetor Ignition System Spark Plug Any HUSQVARNA approved replacement covered up to maintenance schedule Igni part used in the performance of any warran tion Module ty maintenance or repair on emission re MAINTENANCE STATEMENT lated parts will be provided without charge The owner is responsible for the perfor to the owner if the part is under warranty mance of all required maintenance as de fined in the operator s manual This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use x Moderate 50 hours _ Intermediate 125 hours L Extended 300 hours 23
15. ce measures must be carried out by trained and quali fied specialists See instructions in the Maintenance section All covers and guards must be fitted before starting Make sure the spark plug cap and HT lead are not damaged Otherwise you could get an electric shock The machine operator must ensure that no people or animals come closer than 50 feet 15 meters while working Secure hair above shoulder length Se cure or remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely hanging ties straps tassels etc They can be caught in moving parts Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning blade Keep handles free of oil and fuel Always keep the engine on the right hand side of your body e Hold the unit firmly with both hands Keep blade below waist level and away from all parts of your body Do not raise engine above your waist Keep all parts of your body away from muffler and spinning blade Keep engine below waist level A hot muffler can cause serious burns Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders trees steep slopes roof tops etc e Use only in daylight or good artificial light Use only for jobs explained in this manual WARNING Faulty cutting Safety instructions regarding the surroundings e Never allow children to use the machine e Ensure no one comes closer than 50 feet 15 meters when working e
16. ds you during work If heavy vibrations occur stop the engine Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug Check that the machine is not damaged Repair any damage WARNING Sometimes grass and stones can collect in the blade guard and around the blade Always stop the engine when cleaning WARNING Beware of thrown objects Always wear eye protec tion Never lean over the blade guard Stones rubbish etc can be thrown up into the eyes resulting in blindness or other serious injury Keep unauthorised persons at a distance Children animals on lookers and helpers should be out side the safety zone of 15 meters 50 feet Stop the machine immedi ately if anyone approaches The bevel gear unit can get hot dur ing use and may remain so for a while afterwards There is a risk of slight burns if you touch it SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions after completing work e Ensure the blade has stopped before cleaning making repairs or an inspection Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug e Wear heavy duty gloves when making repairs to the edger e Store the machine out of reach of children e Only use original spare parts during repair 11 KNOW YOUR EDGER Know your edger 1 Blade Fuel tank 2 Grease filler cap Choke control 3 Bevel gear 14 Primer bulb 4 Blade guard 15 Air filter cover 5 Shaft 16 Handle adjustment 6 Loop handle 17 Locking nut 7 Throttle cont
17. e 1 50 2 To maximize the life of your trimmer you may choose to use a high quality syn thetic oil formulated for two stroke engines Mixture 1 50 2 Never use two stroke oil intended for water cooled outboard engines sometimes referred to as outboard oil Never use oil intended for four stroke engines re stroke oil 2 ao 50 ae 21 2 2 1 2 6 1 2 127 8 Mixing e Always mix the gasoline and oil ina clean container intended for fuel e Always start by flling half the amount of the gasoline to be used Then add the entire amount of oil Mix shake the fuel mixture Add the remaining amount of gasoline e Mix shake the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling the machine s fuel tank Do not mix more than one month s sup ply of fuel at a time e If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned WARNING The catalytic con verter muffler gets very hot during and after use This also applies during idling Be aware of the fire hazard especially when working near flammable substances and or vapors Fueling Te WARNING Taking the following precautions will lessen the risk of fire Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel Always shut off the engine before refueling Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refu elling When refueling open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess pressure is released gent
18. ems and starting difficulties If the machine is low on power difficult to start or runs poorly at idle speed always check the spark plug first before taking any further action If the spark plug is dirty clean it and check that the electrode gap is 0 024 0 6 mm The spark plug should be replaced after about a month in operation or earlier if necessary CAUTION Always use the recommended spark plug type Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston cylinder 0 024 0 6 mm Air filter m The air filter must be regularly cleaned to remove dust and dirt in order to avoid Carburetor malfunctions Starting problems e Loss of engine power e Unnecessary wear to engine parts e Excessive fuel consumption Ss Clean the filter every 25 hours or more regularly if conditions are exceptionally dusty Cleaning the air filter Remove the air filter cover and take out the filter Wash it clean in warm soapy water Rinse thoroughly Ensure that the filter is dry before refitting it An air filter that has been in use for a long time cannot be cleaned completely The filter must therefore be replaced with a new one at regular intervals A damaged air filter must always be replaced Bevel gear p The bevel gear is filled with the right quan tity of grease at the factory However be fore using the machine you should check that the bevel gear is filled three quarters full with grease Use HUSQV
19. er the choke or start throttle positions the blade will start to rotate immediately e Ensure that all of the engine covers and housings are properly fitted before the unit is started Never start or attempt to run the unit with the clutch clutch drum clutch cover or driveshaft removed Never start the machine indoors Exhaust fumes can be dangerous if inhaled Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no risk of people or animals coming into contact with the cutting equip ment See the Starting and Stopping section for complete instructions Fuel safety Lie e Always use a fuel container with an anti spill valve Never refuel the machine while the engine is running e Always stop the engine and let it cool fora few minutes before refueling e Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refueling or mixing fuel gasoline and 2 stroke oil e Move the machine at least 10 feet 3 me ters from the refueling point before start ing it 3m e Never start the machine e If you have spilled fuel on it Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate e If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes change your clothes Wash any part of your body that has come in contact with fuel Use soap and water e If the machine is leaking fuel Check reg ularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines e Avoid all skin contact with fuel Fuel is a skin irritant a
20. er volume cu in cm 1 7 28 Cylinder bore inch mm 1 4 35 Stroke inch mm 1 130 28 7 Idle speed rpm 2 800 3 200 Recommended max speed rom 11 000 Speed of output shaft rom 8 000 Max engine output acc to ISO 8893 hp kW 1 1 0 8 Catalytic converter muffler Yes Speed regulated ignition system Yes Ignition system Manufacturer type of ignition system Walbro CD Spark plug Electrode gap inch mm Fuel and lubrication system Champion RCJ 6Y 0 024 0 6 Manufacturer type of carburetor Zama Fuel tank capacity US pint liter 0 85 0 4 Weight Weight without fuel cutting attachment and guard lbs kg 13 3 6 0 Sound levels see note 1 Equivalent sound pressure level at the user s ear measured according to ANSI B175 3 1997 dB A min max 94 97 Vibration levels Vibration levels at handles measured according to ANSI B175 3 1997 m s2 At idle left right handles 3 5 At max speed left right handles 9 8 Note 1 Equivalent noise pressure level is calculated as the time weighted energy total for noise pressure levels under various working conditions with the following time distribution 1 2 idle and 1 2 max speed NOTE Noise pressure at the user s ear and vibration on the handles are measured with all the machine s approved cutting equipment fitted The table indicates the highest and lowest values Model 125E M10 LH arbor shaft thread Cutting equipment Part no 531 30 02 33 Blade guard kit 545044101 20
21. ged it should be replaced If the mesh is fre quently blocked this can be a sign that the performance of the catalytic converter is impaired Contact your servicing dealer to inspect the muffler A blocked mesh will cause the machine to overheat and result in damage to the cylinder and piston 17 MAINTENANCE Muffler bolts CAUTION Never use a machine that has a faulty or loose muffler Ensure the muffler bolts are tight catalytic converters get very hot during use and remain so for some time after stopping This also ap plies at idle speed Contact can re sult in burns to the skin Remember the risk of fire WARNING The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic Avoid contact with these elements in the event of a damaged muffler WARNING Bear in mind that Engine exhaust fumes contain car bon monoxide which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning For this reason you should not start or run the machine indoors or any where that is poorly ventilated The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks which can start a fire Never start the machine indoors or near com bustible material Spark plug The spark plug condition is influenced by e Incorrect carburetor adjustment e An incorrect fuel mixture too much or in correct type of oil e A dirty air filter These factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes which may result in operat ing probl
22. l required maintenance as defined in the operator s manual Carburetor Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that re duce harmful emissions After the engine has used 8 10 tanks of fuel the engine will be run in To ensure that it continues to run at peak performance and to minimize harm ful exhaust emissions after the run in peri od ask your servicing dealer to adjust your carburetor A WARNING The complete clutch clutch cover and shaft must be fitted before the machine is started otherwise parts could come loose and cause personal injury Function e The carburetor governs the engine s speed via the throttle control Air and fuel are mixed in the carburetor The T screw regulates the throttle setting at idle speed If the T screw is turned clockwise this gives a higher idle speed turning it counterclockwise gives a lower idle speed Basic setting The basic carburetor settings are ad justed during testing at the factory Fine adjustment should be carried out by a skilled technician CAUTION If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine is idling the idle adjustment screw T should be turned counterclockwise until the cutting attachment stops Rec idle speed See Technical data section Recommended max speed See Technical data section WARNING It the idle speed cannot be adjusted so that the cut ting attachment stops contact
23. ly Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refueling Always move the machine away from the refueling area before starting e Clean the area around the fuel cap Contamination in the tank can cause operating problems e Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shak ing the container before filling the tank 14 STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting ae e Inspect the unit before each use Re place damaged parts Check for fuel leaks Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure Make sure the blade and blade guard are properly installed and the blade nut is securely tightened e Check that the blade and blade guard are not damaged or cracked Replace the blade or blade guard if they have been exposed to impact or are cracked e Never use the machine without a guard nor with a defective guard Starting and stopping A WARNING The complete clutch clutch cover and shaft must be fitted before the machine is started otherwise parts could come loose and cause personal injury Always move the machine away from the refueling area before starting Place the machine on a flat surface Ensure the cutting at tachment cannot come into contact with any object Make sure no unauthorized persons are in the working area otherwise there is a risk of serious personal injury The safety distance is 50 feet 15 meters Cold engine Primer bulb Press the primer bulb 10 times until fuel begi
24. mer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Purchased From A WARNING An edger can be dangerous if used incorrectly or carelessly and can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator s manual WARNING Under no circum stances 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 may not cover damage or liability caused by the use of non authorized accesso ries or replacement parts KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols WARNING This edger can be dangerous Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine Always wear A protective helmet where there is a risk of falling objects e Hearing protection e Approved eye protection RO BS Max speed of output shaft rom ra se max 10000 rpm Watch out for thrown objects and ricochets Warning for rotating blade Keep hands and feet clear rotate even after the engine has stopped When the engine has stopped stop the blade from rotating by letting the blade come in contact with the ground
25. nd may even cause skin changes WARNING Take care when han dling fuel Bear in mind the risk of fire explosion and inhaling fumes Transporting and storage e Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there is no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact with sparks or naked flames for example from electrical machinery electric motors electrical re lays switches or boilers e When storing and transporting fuel always use approved containers intended for this purpose e When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank must be emptied Contact your local gas station to find out where to dispose of excess fuel e The engine must be cool before storage or transporting General working instructions IMPORTANT This section describes the basic safety precautions for working with the edger If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an expert Contact your servicing dealer Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your capability Basic safety rules AO O 1 Observe your surroundings e To ensure that people animals or other things cannot affect your control of the machine e To ensure that people animals etc do not come into contact with the blade or loose objects that are thrown out by the blade SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Do not use the machine un less you are able to call for help in the event of an accident 2 Do
26. ns to fill the bulb The primer bulb need not be completely filled Choke Move the blue engine choke lever over to the closed position Starting Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your left hand CAUTION Not with your foot Firmly grip the starter rope handle with your right hand DO NOT squeeze throttle trigger Slowly pull out the cord until you feel some resistance the starter pawls grip then quickly and powerfully pull the cord Never wrap the starter cord around your hand Repeat pulling the cord until the engine attempts to start Squeeze throttle trigger to release the choke Continue to hold throttle trigger and pull starter rope until engine runs NOTE If engine dies return blue engine choke lever to the closed position and repeat starting steps CAUTION Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended This can damage the machine 15 STARTING AND STOPPING Warm engine With a warm engine squeeze and hold the throttle trigger Pull starter rope sharply while squeezing throttle trigger until engine runs Stopping Stop the engine by pushing and holding the stop switch in the STOP position until the engine stops started with the choke in the closed position the cutting attachment will start to rotate immediately 16 MAINTENANCE The owner is responsible for the perfor mance of al
27. nut counterclockwise Tighten locking nut firmly with a wrench while holding screwdriver in position Remove the screwdriver Turn blade by hand If the blade binds against the shield or appears to be un even the blade is not centered and you must reinstall WARNING Under no circum stances should the edger be used without the blade guard installed oo N Om 13 FUEL HANDLING Fuel mixture CAUTION The machine is equipped with a two stroke engine and must always be run using a mixture of gasoline and two stroke engine oil It is important to accu rately measure the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct mixture is obtained When mixing small amounts of fuel even small inaccuracies can drastical ly affect the ratio of the mixture A WARNING Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when handling fuel Gasoline CAUTION Always use high quality unleaded gasoline e This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline e The lowest recommended octane rating is 87 If you run the engine on lower oc tane rating than 87 knocking can oc cur This leads to an increased engine temperature which can result in a seri ous engine breakdown e When working at continuous high revs a higher octane rating is recommended Two stroke oil e For great results and performance use HUSQVARNA two stroke oil which is specially formulated for our two stroke engines Mixtur
28. re pairs and service If the retailer who sells your machine is not a servicing dealer ask him for the address of your nearest service agent SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Throttle lock e Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when the throttle lock is released e Press the throttle lock and make sure it returns to its original position when you release it e Check that the throttle control and throttle lock move freely and that the return springs work properly See instructions under the section Start Start the machine and apply full throttle Release the throttle and check that the cutting attachment stops and re mains at a standstill If the cutting attach ment rotates with the throttle in the idle position then the carburetor idle setting must be checked See instructions under the section Maintenance Stop switch e Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you push and hold the stop switch Cutting attachment guard e Ensure that the 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 recommended blade and guard combination See section on Tech nical data Muffler e Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine special spark arrestor mesh The mesh should be checked and if neces
29. rol 18 Flat washer 8 Stop switch 19 Spring washer 9 Throttle lock 20 Depth adjustment knob 10 Cylinder cover 21 2 stroke engine oil 11 Starter handle 22 Operator s manual EPA 12 ASSEMBLY NOTE Make sure unit is assembled cor rectly as shown in this manual Assembling the loop handle e Position the handle on the shaft Note that the handle must be mounted be tween the two arrows on the shaft e Fit the screw oa plate and wing nut as shown in the diagram e Tighten the wing nut Assembling the blade WARNING The blade will contin ue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been re leased To avoid serious injury make sure the blade has stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug before performing work on the blade WARNING Wear protective gloves when handling or performing A maintenance on the blade to avoid injury The blade is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving 1 Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the side of the bevel gear by rotating the dust cup A 2 Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes This will keep the output shaft from turning while loosening the locking nut E While holding the screwdriver in position remove locking nut by turning clockwise Remove both washers C and D and the blade B from the output shaft Install blade onto output shaft Reinstall both washers and locking
30. s from the initial date of purchase WHAT IS COVERED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or replacement of any warranted part will be performed at no charge to the owner at an approved HUSQVARNA ser vicing center If you have any questions re garding your warranty rights and responsi bilities you should contact your nearest au thorized service center or call HUSQVAR NA 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 in spection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted for 2 years Any warranted part which is sched uled for replacement as required mainte nance 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 diag nostic labor which leads to the determina tion that a warranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an ap proved HUSQVARNA servicing center CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES HUSQVARNA may be liable for damages to other engine components caused by the fail ure 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 is not liable to cover failures of w
31. s idling e Clean the outside of the machine e Check that the blade guard is not dam aged or cracked Replace the blade guard if it is exposed to impact or is cracked e Anon balanced blade induces heavy vibrations that may damage the machine e Check that nuts and screws are tight e Check that the screws that hold the bevel gear are tight e Check that the locking nut is tight Weekly maintenance e Check the starter and starter cord e Clean the carburetor area e Clean the outside of the spark plug Re move it and check the electrode gap Ad just the gap to 0 024 0 6 mm or replace the spark plug Use resistor spark plug Champion RCJ 6Y or equivalent Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder and check that the air intake near the starter is not blocked Check that the bevel gear is filled with grease up to 3 4 full Use special grease e Clean the air filter Monthly maintenance e Clean the fuel tank e Clean the outside of the carburetor and the space around it e Clean the fan and the area around it e Check fuel lines for cracks or other dam age Change if necessary Change the fuel filter in fuel tank e Check the clutch clutch springs and the clutch drum for wear Replace if neces sary e Check electrical wires and connections e Replace the spark plug Use resistor spark plug Champion RCJ 6Y or equiva lent Change the air filter TECHNICAL DATA Technical data 125E Engine Cylind
32. s section been released Ensure that the If your machine fails any of these cutting attachment has stopped checks contact your service agent to completely and disconnect the HT get it repaired lead from the spark plug before you start to work on it SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal PY General safety precautions IMPORTANT e The machine is only designed for cutting the edges of lawns The only accessories you can operate with this engine unit are the cutting at tachments we recommend in the Tech nical data section Never use the machine if you are tired if you have drunk alcohol or if you are tak ing medication that could affect your vi sion your judgment or your coordination Never use the machine in extreme weath er conditions such as severe cold very hot and or humid climates Never use a machine that has been modi fied in any way from its original specifica e Always wear boots and other equipment described in the Personal protective equipment section Always wear working clothes and heavy duty long pants Never wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry Persons with long hair should for personal safety put their hair up tion Wear personal protective equipment See instructions in the Personal protective equipment section Never use a machine that is faulty Carry out the checks maintenance and service instructions described in this manual Some maintenance and servi
33. sary cleaned by a servicing dealer A blocked mesh will cause the machine to overheat which can lead to serious damage Never use a muffler with a defective spark arres tor mesh See the Maintenance section SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cutting equipment Locking nut This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipment in order to e Obtain maximum cutting performance oG e Extend the life of cutting equipment General rules e Protect your hand from injury during as sembly Always wear protective gloves Use the blade guard as protection when tightening nut Tighten the nut by turning against the direction of rotation Loosen 1 Only use the blade and guard we recom the nut by turning in the direction of rota mend See the section on Technical tion NOTE The nut has a left handed Data thread Tighten the nut securely using a wrench 2 Check the blade for damage A damaged blade should always be replaced PAS D Loosen Tighten NOTE The locking nut s nylon lock must not be worn so that it can be turned by hand The nut should be replaced after it has been removed and reinstalled approximately 10 times WARNING Never use a machine A WARNING Always stop the en with faulty safety equipment The gine before doing any work on the machine s safety equipment must be cutting attachment This continues checked and maintained as to rotate even after the throttle has described in thi
34. workmanship of the engine causes the failure of such an emission re lated part the part will be repaired or re placed by HUSQVARNA OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSI BILITIES As the small off road engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the re quired maintenance listed in your operator s manual HUSQVARNA recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off road engine but HUSQ VARNA cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled mainte nance As the small off road engine owner you should be aware that HUSQVARNA may deny you warranty coverage if your small off road engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse neglect improper main tenance unapproved modifications or the use of parts not made or approved by the original equipment manufacturer You are responsible for presenting your small off road engine to a HUSQVARNA authorized repair center as soon as a problem exists Warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regard ing your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call HUSQVARNA at 1 800 487 5963 WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE The warranty period begins on the date the small off road engine is purchased LENGTH OF COVERAGE This warranty shall be for a period of two year
35. your dealer service workshop Do not use the machine until it has been cor rectly adjusted or repaired Fine adjustment of the idle speed T Adjust the idle speed using the idle adjust ment screw T if it is necessary to readjust First turn the idle adjustment screw T clockwise until the cutting attachment starts to rotate Then turn the screw counterc lockwise until the cutting attachment stops The idle speed is correctly adjusted when the engine will run smoothly in every posi tion The idle speed should also be well below the speed at which the cutting at tachment starts to rotate Idle Speed Screw T WARNING If the idle speed can not be adjusted so that the cutting attachment stops contact your ser vicing dealer Do not use the ma chine until it has been correctly ad justed or repaired Unit Maintenance Safety Disconnect the spark plug before perform ing maintenance except carburetor adjust ments Muffler CAUTION Muffler is fitted with a catalytic converter designed to reduce harmful ex haust gases The muffler is designed to reduce the noise level and to direct the exhaust gases away from the operator The exhaust gases are hot and can contain sparks which may cause fire if directed against dry and com bustible material Mufflers are equipped with a special spark arrestor mesh The mesh should be checked and if necessary cleaned by a servicing dealer If the mesh is dama
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