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Operator’s manual (EPA)
232R 235R 235FR
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? 29 28 27 What is what? 1 Blade 16 Air filter cover 2 Grease filler cap, bevel gear 17 Handle adjustment 3 Bevel gear 18 Locking nut 4 Cutting attachment guard 19 Support flange 5 Shaft 20 Support cup 6 Handlebar 21 Drive disc 7 Throttle control 22 Trimmer head 8 Stop switch 23 Socket spanner 9 Throttle lockout 24 Operator’s manual (EPA) 10 Support eyes for harness 25 Transport guard 11 Cylinder cover 26 Allen key 12 Starter handle 27 Locking pin 13 Fuel tank 28 Harness 14 C
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for trimming grass, grass A clearing saw, brushcutter or trimmer can be clearing and/or forestry clearing. dangerous if used incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. It The only accessories you can operate with this engine is extremely important that you read and understand the unit are the cutting attachm
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BOOTS control (B). When you release the handle the throttle control and the throttle lockout both move back to their Wear boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole. 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. A B CLOTHING Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on twigs
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS be checked. See instructions under the heading Vibration damping system Maintenance. Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation easier. Stop switch Use the stop switch to switch off the engine. Use of incorrectly wound cord or an incorrect cutting attachment increases the level of vibration. See instructions under the heading Cutting equipment. The machine′s vibration d
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS saw. Certain harnesses also have a quick release fitted to Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the support hook. the machine. Check that the harness straps are correctly positioned. If the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark Once the harness and machine have been adjusted, arrestor screen this must be cleaned regularly. A blocked check that the harness quick release works correctly. screen will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS should operate the socket spanner when loosening or Cutting equipment tightening the nut. Saw blades are intended for cutting fibrous types of wood. Grass blades and grass cutters are intended for cutting coarse grass. The nylon lining inside the locking nut must not be so worn that you can turn it by hand. The lining should offer a resistance of at least 1.5 Nm. The nut should be replaced after it has been put on approx. 10 times. A trimmer head is intended for tr
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Check the cutting attachment for damage or cracks. A A correctly sharpened blade is essential for working damaged cutting attachment should always be replaced. efficiently and to avoid unnecessary wear to the blade and clearing saw. Sharpening grass cutters and grass blades • See the cutting attachment packaging for correct sharpening instructions. Sharpen blades and cutters using a single-cut flat file. • Make sure that the blade is well supported when you • Sharpe
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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 the machine is in a comfortable working position when Fitting the handlebar (232R) it hangs from the harness. Tighten the knob. • Remove the screw at the rear of the throttle handle. • Slide the throttle handle onto the right side of the handlebar, (see diagram). Fitting the handlebar (235R, 235FR) • Remove the screw at the rear of the throttle handle. • Align the screw hole in the throttle handle with the hole in the handlebar. • Slide the throttle handle onto the right side of th
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ASSEMBLY • Fit the wiring as shown. Assembling the cutting equipment WARNING! ! When fitting the cutting attachment it is 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 result in serious and/or fatal personal injury. • Put on the harness and hang the machine from the support hook. Now make a final adjustment so that the machine is in a comfort
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ASSEMBLY • The blade guard (A) is fitted using 4 screws (L) and • Insert the locking pin (C) in the hole to lock the shaft. the support plate (M) as shown. CAUTION! Always • Place the blade (D), support cup (E) and support use the recommended guard for the cutting flange (F) on the output shaft. attachment you are using. See chapter on Technical • Fit the nut (G). The nut must be tightened to a torque data. of 35-50 Nm (3.5-5 kpm). Use the socket spanner in • Fit the drive disc (B) on the o
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ASSEMBLY • Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft. Fitting the blade guard and saw G blade (235R, 235FR) F D • Remove the mounting plate (H). Fit the adapter (I) and bracket (J) with the two screws (K) as shown. Fit the blade guard (A) to the adapter using the 4 screws (L) as shown. B K J C H • Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the drive I disc aligns with the corresponding hole in the gear housing. A • Insert the locking pin (C) in the hole to lock the shaft. • Place the
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ASSEMBLY the spanner in the opposite direction to the direction • Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the drive of rotation (Caution! left-hand thread). disc aligns with the corresponding hole in the gear housing. • Insert the locking pin (C) in the hole to lock the shaft. • To fit the trimmer head, first separate the two halves (see diagram). Proceed as follows: • Insert a finger into the centre hole of the cover (I) while grasping the cover with your other fingers. Using the index
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ASSEMBLY Fitting the trimmer guard and Fitting other guards and cutting trimmer head Trimmy SII (235R, attachments (232R) 235FR) A • Fit the correct trimmer guard (A) for use with the L B trimmer head. CAUTION! Ensure that the guard extension is fitted. Hang the trimmer guard/combination guard (A) on the two hooks on the plate holder (M). Bend the guard around the shaft and tighten it with the bolt (L) on the opposite side of the shaft. Use the locking pin (C). Place the locking pin in the
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ASSEMBLY Place the locking pin in the groove on the screw head Spreading the load on your shoulders and tighten. See diagram. A well-adjusted harness and machine makes work much easier. Adjust the harness for the best working position. H Tension the side straps so that the weight is evenly L distributed across both shoulders. M A C B M A L • Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft. • Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the drive disc aligns with the corresponding hole in the g
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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
