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Operator’s manual (EPA)
327LD
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 Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special operator’s manual. certification requirements for certain
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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 1 2 7 6 9 4 12 11 5 10 13 1 18 8 17 16 20 15 19 14 21 4 22 What is what? 1 Trimmer head 12 Cylinder cover 2 Grease filler cap, bevel gear 13 Starter handle 3 Bevel gear 14 Fuel tank 4 Cutting attachment guard 15 Air filter cover 5 Shaft 16 Air purge 6 Shaft coupling 17 Choke control 7 Loop handle 18 Handle adjustment 8 Throttle control 19 Drive disc 9 Stop switch 20 Operator’s manual 10 Throttle lockout 21 Allen key 11 Spark plug cap and spark plug 22 Locking pin English
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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 original positions. This movement is controlled by two independent return springs. This arrangement means that Wear sturdy, non-slip boots. the throttle control is automatically locked at the idle setting. A CLOTHING B 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 jewellery, shorts Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle sett
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Use of incorrectly wound cord or an incorrect cutting Stop switch attachment increases the level of vibration. See Use the stop switch to switch off the engine. instructions under the heading Cutting equipment. The machine′s vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and the machine′s handle unit. Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when Regularly check the vibration damping
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler. • Extend the life of cutting equipment. IMPORTANT! Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend! See the chapter on Technical data. Refer to the instructions for the cutting attachment to check the correct way to load the cord and the correct cord diameter. Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine. WARNING! Always stop the engine before doing any work on the cutting ! attachment
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ASSEMBLY • Before using the unit, tighten the knob securely. Fitting the loop handle • Clip the loop handle onto the shaft. Note that the loop handle must be fitted between the arrows on the shaft. Dismantling: • Loosen the coupling by turning the knob (at least 3 times). • Slide the spacer into the slot in the loop handle. Fit the • Push and hold the button (C). While securely holding nut, knob and screw. Do not overtighten. the engine end, pull the attachment straight out of the • Now adju
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ASSEMBLY • Screw on the trimmer head/plastic blades (H) in the Assembling the cutting opposite direction to the direction of rotation. equipment H WARNING! ! When fitting the cutting attachment it is H extremely important that 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 • To dismantle, follow the instructions in the reverse result in serious and/or fatal personal o
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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 Check before starting Starting and stopping • Check that the support flange is not cracked due to WARNING! The complete clutch cover fatigue or due to being tightened too much. Discard and shaft must be fitted before the the support flange if it is cracked. ! machine is started, otherwise the clutch can come loose and cause personal injury. Always move the machine away from the refuelling area before starting. Place the machine on a flat surface. Ensure the cutting att
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STARTING AND STOPPING 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. CAUTION! Do not put any part of your body in marked area. Contact can result in burns to the skin, or electrical shock if the spark plug cap has been damaged. Always use gloves. Do not use a machine with damaged spark plug cap. Stopping Stop the engine by switching off the ignition. CAUTION! The stop switch autom
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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 takes up the basic safety precautions for working with a trimmer. If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an expert. Contact your dealer or your service workshop. Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your capability. You must understand the difference between forestry clearin
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WORKING TECHNIQUES Cutting Basic working techniques • The trimmer is ideal for cutting grass that is difficult to Always slow the engine to idle speed after each working reach using a normal lawn mower. Keep the cord operation. Long periods at full throttle without any load on parallel to the ground when cutting. Avoid pressing the the engine can lead to serious engine damage. trimmer head against the ground as this can ruin the lawn and damage the tool. WARNING! Sometimes branches or gras
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MAINTENANCE • The T-screw regulates the throttle setting at idle Carburetor speed. If the T-screw is turned clockwise this gives a Your Husqvarna product has been designed and higher idle speed; turning it anti-clockwise gives a manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful lower idle speed. emissions. After the engine has used 8-10 tanks of fuel Basic setting the engine will be run-in. To ensure that it continues to run at peak performance and to minimise harmful exhaust • The basic
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MAINTENANCE Low speed jet L High speed jet H Try to find the highest idling speed, turning the low speed The high speed jet H affects the engine power, speed, needle L clockwise respectively counter-clockwise. When temperature and fuel consumption. If the high speed jet H the highest speed has been found, turn the low speed is set too lean (screwed in too far) the engine speed will needle L 1/4 turn counter-clockwise. be too high and cause engine damage. Do not let the engine run at full spee
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MAINTENANCE Muffler Cooling system CAUTION! Some mufflers are fitted with a catalytic To keep the working temperature as low as possible the converter. See chapter on Technical data to see whether machine is equipped with a cooling system. your machine is fitted with a catalytic converter. The muffler is designed to reduce the noise level and to 4 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
