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Operator’s manual (EPA)
327RJ
X-series
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions
before using the machine.
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15 m 50FT KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols WARNING! Clearing saws, Only use non-metallic, flexible brushcutters and trimmers can be cutting attachments, i.e. trimmer dangerous! Careless or incorrect heads with trimmer cord. use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of the operator’s manual. Please read the operator’s manual Only intended for trimmer heads. carefully and make
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CONTENTS Contents Note the following before KEY TO SYMBOLS starting: Symbols ................................................................ 2 Please read the operator’s manual carefully. CONTENTS Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission Contents ............................................................... 3 control devices and system may be performed by any Note the following before starting: .....................
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INTRODUCTION Dear customer! Congratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Huskvarna River, for production of muskets. The location was logical, since water power was harnessed from the Huskvarna River to create the water- powered plant. During over 300 years of continuous operation, the Husqvarna factory has produced a lo
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WHAT IS WHAT? 3 2 1 29 6 28 8 4 10 9 30 5 17 11 18 16 1 24 27 7 13 25 14 21 15 12 26 19 22 4 20 23 What is what on the trimmer? 1 Trimmer head 16 Handle adjustment 2 Grease filler cap, bevel gear 17 Locking nut 3 Bevel gear 18 Support flange 4 Cutting attachment guard 19 Drive disc 5 Shaft 20 Socket spanner 6 Loop handle 21 Operator’s manual 7 Throttle control 22 Allen key 8 Stop switch 23 Locking pin 9 Throttle lockout 24 Support cup 10 Cylinder cover 25 Blade 11 Starter handle 26 Tran
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for trimming grass. A clearing saw, brushcutter or trimmer can be dangerous if used incorrectly or carelessly, and can The only accessories you can operate with this engine cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. It unit are the cutting attachments we recommend in the is extremely important that you read and understand the chapter on Te
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BOOTS control and the throttle lockout both move back to their original positions. This movement is controlled by two Wear boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole. independent return springs. This arrangement means that the throttle control is automatically locked at the idle setting. A CLOTHING Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose B clothing that can catch on twigs and branches. Always wear heavy, long pants. Do not we
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Stop switch Vibration damping system Use the stop switch to switch off the engine. Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation easier. Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you move the stop switch to the stop setting. Cutting attachment guard Use of incorrectly wound cord or an incorrect cutting attachment increases the level of vibration. See instructions under the headi
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS fitted with a catalytic converter is also designed to reduce WARNING! Bear in mind that: harmful exhaust gases. ! The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks which can start a fire. Never start the machine indoors or near combustible material! Locking nut In countries that have a warm and dry climate there is a significant risk of fire. We therefore fit certain mufflers with a spark arrestor screen. Check whether the muffler on A locking nut is use
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General rules Cutting equipment This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipment in order to: • Reduce the risk of blade thrust. Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend! See the chapter on Technical data. • Obtain maximum cutting performance. • Extend the life of cutting equipment. IMPORTANT! Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend! See the chapter on Technical data. Keep the teeth of the blade correctly sh
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Trimmer head IMPORTANT! Always ensure the trimmer cord is wound tightly and evenly around the drum, otherwise the machine will generate harmful vibration. • Only use the recommended trimmer heads and trimmer cords. These have been tested by the manufacturer to suit a particular engine size. This is especially important when a fully automatic trimmer head is used. Only use the recommended cutting attachment. See the chapter on Technical data. • Smaller machines g
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ASSEMBLY Fitting the J-handle Assembling the cutting equipment WARNING! When fitting the cutting • Clip the loop handle onto the shaft. Note that the loop attachment it is extremely important that ! handle must be fitted between the arrows on the shaft. the raised section on the drive disc/ support flange engages correctly in the centre hole of the cutting attachment. If the cutting attachment is fitted incorrectly it can result in serious and/or fatal personal injury. WARNING! Never use a c
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ASSEMBLY CAUTION! Use the recommended blade guard. See Fitting other guards and cutting the Technical data section. attachments G F E • Fit the correct trimmer guard (A) for use with the trimmer head. Hook the trimmer guard/combination D guard onto the fitting on the shaft and secure with the bolt (L). A B C • Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft. • Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft. • Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the drive • Turn the blade shaft until one
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FUEL HANDLING Gasoline Fuel safety Never start the machine: 1 If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate. CAUTION! Always use a quality gasoline/oil mixture with 2 If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes, an octane rating of at least 87 octane ((RON+MON)/2). If change your clothes. Wash any part of your body that your machine is equipped with a catalytic converter (see has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water. chapter
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FUEL HANDLING Mixing Fueling • Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. • Always start by filling 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 WARNING! Taking the following gasoline. precautions, will lessen the risk of fire: ! • Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling the machine’s fuel tank. Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel. Always shut off the
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STARTING AND STOPPING trimmer guard if they have been exposed to impact or Check before starting are cracked. • Check the blade to ensure that no cracks have formed at the bottom of the teeth or by the centre hole. The most common reason why cracks are formed is that sharp corners have been formed at the bottom of the teeth while sharpening or that the blade has been used with dull teeth. Discard a blade if cracks are found. • Never use the machine without a guard nor with a defective gu
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STARTING AND STOPPING Choke: Set the choke control in the choke position. Stopping Stop the engine by switching off the ignition. WARNING! When the engine is started with the choke in either the choke or ! start throttle positions the cutting attachment will start to rotate immediately. CAUTION! The stop switch automatically returns to the start position. In order to prevent unintentional starting, Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your the spark plug cap must be removed f
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WORKING TECHNIQUES 6 Always hold the machine with both hands. Hold the General working instructions machine on the right side of your body. IMPORTANT! This section describes the basic safety precautions for working with clearing saws and trimmers. If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an expert. Contact your dealer or your service workshop. Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your capability. You must understand the difference between
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WORKING TECHNIQUES • Let the support cup rest lightly against the ground. It Basic working techniques is used to protect the blade from hitting the ground. Always slow the engine to idle speed after each working • Reduce the risk of material wrapping around the blade operation. Long periods at full throttle without any load on by following these instructions: the engine can lead to serious engine damage. 1Always work at full throttle. WARNING! Sometimes branches or 2Avoid the previously cu
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WORKING TECHNIQUES Cutting • The trimmer is ideal for cutting grass that is difficult to reach using a normal lawn mower. Keep the cord parallel to the ground when cutting. Avoid pressing the trimmer head against the ground as this can ruin the lawn and damage the tool. • Do not allow the trimmer head to constantly come into contact with the ground during normal cutting. Constant contact of this type can cause damage and wear to the trimmer head. Sweeping • The fan effect of the rotating c
