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Operator’s manual (EPA)
326ES 326E
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! Edgers can be Always wear approved protective dangerous! Careless or incorrect gloves. 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. Wear sturdy, non-slip boots. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Other symbols/d
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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: 3 nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. INTRODUCTION WARNING! Long-term exposure to noise Dear customer! 4 can result
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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 pro
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WHAT IS WHAT? 2 1 3 4 6 5 8 10 9 16 26 11 17 13 21 4 7 20 15 14 1 12 19 23 18 22 25 24 What is what? (326Ex) 1 Blade 14 Air purge 2 Grease filler cap 15 Air filter cover 3 Angle gear 16 Clutch cover 4 Blade guard 17 Handle adjustment 5 Shaft 18 Locking nut 6 Loop handle 19 Support flange 7 Throttle control 20 Drive disc 8 Stop switch 21 Locking knob 9 Throttle lockout 22 Socket spanner 10 Cylinder cover 23 Operator’s manual 11 Starter handle 24 Locking pin 12 Fuel tank 25 Allen
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WHAT IS WHAT? 1 3 5 7 13 8 2 12 14 4 15 21 6 10 19 9 16 11 17 22 26 20 18 23 24 25 What is what? (326ES) 1 Grease filler cap 14 Spark plug cap and spark plug 2 Angle gear 15 Starter handle 3 Blade guard 16 Air filter cover 4 Shaft 17 Fuel tank 5 Loop handle 18 Locking screw 6 Handle adjustment 19 Washers 7 Stop switch 20 Support flange 8 Throttle lockout 21 Blade 9 Throttle control 22 Drive disc 10 Choke control 23 Locking pin 11 Air purge 24 Socket spanner 12 Clutch cover 25 Al
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for edging lawns. An edger can be a dangerous tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause serious or fatal injury to the The only accessories you can operate with this engine operator or others. It is extremely important that you unit are the cutting attachments we recommend in the read and understand the contents of this operator’s chapter on Technical
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CLOTHING the throttle control is automatically locked at the idle setting. 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 sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level. FIRST AID KIT Always have a first aid kit nearby. Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting Machine′s safety equipment when the throttle lockout i
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS be checked. See instructions under the heading Always use the recommended guard for the cutting Maintenance. attachment you are using. See chapter on Technical data. WARNING! Never use a cutting attachment without an approved guard. ! See the chapter on Technical data. If an incorrect or faulty guard is fitted this can cause serious personal injury. Vibration damping system Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to reduce vibrati
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS screen will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to Muffler serious damage. The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. A muffler fitted with a catalytic converter is also designed to reduce harmful exhaust gases. WARNING! Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get very hot during use and ! remain so for some time after stopping. This also applies at idle speed. Contact can result in burns to the s
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Locking nut (326Ex) The locking nut secures the cutting attachment on the output shaft. Protect your hand from injury when assembling, use the blade guard as protection when tightening with a socket spanner. When fitting, tighten the nut in the opposite direction to the direction of rotation of the cutting attachment. To remove it, undo the nut in the same direction as the cutting attachment rotates. (CAUTION! The nut has a left-hand thread.) Tighten the nut usin
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ASSEMBLY Fitting the loop handle Assembling the angle gear (326ES) • Position the handle on the shaft. Note that the handle must be mounted below the arrow on the shaft. • Assemble the angle gear back on the suppporting • Fit the bolt, securing plate and wing nut as shown in tube. Turn the blade so that the drive shaft engages in the diagram. the angle gear. • Tighten the two screws. • Tighten the wing nut. Assembling the angle gear (326Ex) • Assemble the angle gear back on the suppporting
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ASSEMBLY 5 Fit the locking nut (D). CAUTION! The locking nut has Assembling the cutting a left-hand thread. Tighten the locking nut to a torque equipment of 35-50 Nm (3,5-5 kpm). 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 6 Remove the locking pin.
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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 fatigue or due to being tightened too much. Discard WARNING! The complete clutch cover the support flange if it is cracked. and shaft must be fitted before the ! 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 • Ensure th
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STARTING AND STOPPING Repeat pulling the cord until the engine starts. When the engine starts. return choke control to run position and apply full throttle; the throttle will automatically disengage from the start setting. 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
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WORKING TECHNIQUES Safety instructions before starting work General working instructions IMPORTANT INFORMATION This section describes the basic safety rules for working with edgers. • Inspect the working area. Remove all loose objects, such as stones, broken glass, nails, steel wire, string, If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain etc. that could be thrown out or become wrapped how to proceed you should ask an expert. Contact your around the cutter or cutter guard. dealer or y
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WORKING TECHNIQUES • To ensure that people, animals, etc., do not come into • Use your right hand to control the throttle setting. contact with the cutting attachment or loose objects that are thrown out by the cutting attachment. • CAUTION! Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help in the event of an accident. 2 Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. 3 Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area aro
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WORKING TECHNIQUES Safety instructions after completing work • Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before cleaning, carrying out repairs or an inspection. Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug. • Always wear heavy-duty gloves when repairing the cutting attachment. This is extremely sharp and can easily cause cuts. • Store the machine out of reach of children. • Use only original spare parts for repairs. 20 – English 1151020-95 Rev. 2 2008-03-10
