Page 2 - SYMBOL EXPLANATION; Symbols
2 SYMBOL EXPLANATION Only intended for trimmer heads. Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community’s Directive. The machine’s emission is specified in the Technical data section and on label. Use unleaded or quality leaded gasoline and two--stroke oil mixed at a ratio of 2% ...
Page 3 - CONTENTS; Contents
3 CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CONTENTS Contents 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Note the following before starting 3 . . . . WHAT IS WHAT? What is what? 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIO...
Page 4 - Know your trimmer
4 WHAT IS WHAT? 1. Trimmer head 12. Starter handle 2. Grease filler cap 13. Fuel tank 3. Bevel gear 14. Choke control 4. Cutting attachment guard 15. Primer bulb 5. Upper shaft 16. Air filter cover 6. Lower shaft 17. Handle adjustment 7. Loop handle 18. Drive disc 8. Throttle control 19. Shaft coupl...
Page 5 - GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Personal protective equipment
5 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT! Whenever you use a clear- ing saw, brushcutter or trimmer you must wear personal protective equipment that is approved by the authorities. Personal protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of accidents, but it can reduce the effects of an injury in the...
Page 6 - Stop switch; Machine’s safety equipment; Throttle lock
6 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Press the throttle lock and make sure it re- turns to its original position when you re- lease it. Check that the throttle control and throttle lock move freely and that the return springs work properly. See instructions under the heading Start. Start the machine and app...
Page 7 - Muffler
7 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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, ...
Page 8 - Cutting equipment; Trimmer head
8 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Cutting equipment This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipment in order to: S Obtain maximum cutting performance. S Extend the life of cutting equipment. Trimmer head S Only use the recommended cutting at- tachments. See the section on “Techni...
Page 9 - ASSEMBLY; itting the trimmer guard and
9 ASSEMBLY F itting the trimmer guard and trimmer head S Fit the correct trimmer guard (D) for use with the trimmer head. Hook the trimmer guard/combination guard onto the fitting on the shaft and secure with the bolt (E). Assembling and dismantling the two--piece shaft Assembly: S Loosen the coupli...
Page 10 - FUEL HANDLING; Fuel safety; Transport and storage; Fuel; Petrol
10 FUEL HANDLING Fuel safety Never start the machine: 1. If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evapo- rate. 2. 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 soa...
Page 11 - Fuelling; Mixing
11 FUEL HANDLING S Always start by flling half the amount of the petrol to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of petrol. S Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling the machine’s fuel tank. S Do not mix more than one month’...
Page 12 - STARTING AND STOPPING; Check before starting; Cold engine; Starting and stopping
12 STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting S Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be dangerous if inhaled. S Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no risk of people or animals coming into contact with the cutting equipment. S Place the machine on the ground, ensure ...
Page 13 - Warm engine
13 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. NOTE: If engine dies, return blue engine choke lever to the closed position and repeat starting steps. Warm engine With...
Page 14 - WORKING TECHNIQUES; General working instructions; Basic safety rules; Basic working techniques; Grass trimming with a trimmer head
14 WORKING TECHNIQUES General working instructions IMPORTANT! This section describes the basic safety pre- cautions for working with trimmers. If you encounter a situation where you are uncer- tain how to proceed you should ask an ex- pert. Contact your servicing dealer. Avoid all usage which you co...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE; Carburetor; Function; Unit/Maintenance Safety
16 MAINTENANCE 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 ...
Page 17 - Spark plug; Cleaning the air filter
17 MAINTENANCE Two--piece shaft The drive shaft end in the lower shaft should be lubricated with grease every 30 hours. There is a risk that the drive shaft ends (splined coupling) will seize if they are not lubricated regularly. WARNING: The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be carci...
Page 18 - Bevel gear
18 MAINTENANCE Bevel gear 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 HUSQVARNA special grease. The grease in the bevel gear does not nor- mally ...
Page 19 - Maintenance schedule
19 MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance that must be performed on the machine. Most of the items are described in the Maintenance section. The user must only carry out the main- tenance and service work described in this Operator’s Manual. More extensive work m...
Page 20 - TECHNICAL DATA; Technical data
20 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data 125LD x Engine Cylinder displacement, cm 3 28 Cylinder bore, mm 35 Stroke, mm 28.7 Idle speed, rpm 2800--3200 Recommended max. fast idle speed, rpm 11000 Speed of output shaft, rpm 8000 Max. engine output, acc. to ISO 8893, kW 0,8 Catalytic converter muffler No Speed...
Page 22 - Trimmer Head Line Loading Instructions
22 Trimmer Head Line Loading Instructions 20 i 10 i 3 m 6 m 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9