Husqvarna 371K - Manuals

English – 5 The muffler is designed togive the lowest possible noiselevel and to direct the engine‘sexhaust fumes away from theuser. The engine‘s exhaustfumes are hot and can containsparks, which can lead to theoutbreak of fire. ! Control, maintenance and service ofthe machine‘s safety equipment WAR...

6 – English 3 Muffler Never use a machine thathas a defective muffler. Check regularly that themuffler is secured to theengine body. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT INFORMATION!Do not use the power cutter until you have read theentire contents of this Operator’s Manual.All ...

English – 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! Fuel safety (Filling/Fuel mixture/Storage) WARNING! Exercise great care when handlingfuel. Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosionsand inhaling fumes. • Never fill the machine while the engine is running. • Provide good ventilation when filling or mixing fuel(petro...

8 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! Over exposure to vibrations can result inblood-vessel or nerve injury to personssuffering with blood circulation problems.Seek medical attention if you experiencephysical symptoms that can be related to overexposure to vibrations. Examples of suchsymptoms are numbne...

English – 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Pull in Pull in occurs when the lower part of the blade is suddenlystopped or when the cut closes. (To avoid this see the section” How to avoid kickback” and ”Pinching/rotation” below). Pinching/rotation Pinching occurs when the cut closes. The power cutter can bedraw...

10 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CUTTING BLADES Abrasive blades The cutting material in an abrasive blade consists of abrasivecorn that is held together by an organic bonding agent.”Reinforced blades” are made up of a fabric or fibre base thatprevents total breakage at maximum working speed if the b...

English – 11 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cutting blades Type of cutting blades Check that the blade isapproved for the same orhigher speed according to theaproval plate of the engine.Do not exceed the maximumworking speed stated on theblade. Damage • Ensure the blade it not cracked or damaged in anyother wa...

12 – English WHAT IS WHAT? 1. Cylinder cover 2. Muffler 3. Fuel tank 4. Rear handle 5. Choke 6. Throttle catch 7. Stop switch 8. Cutting head 9. Cutting arm 10. Belt tensioning screw 11. Cutting blade What is what on a power cutter? 12. Throttle 13. Combination spanner 14. Air filter cover 15. Blade...

English – 13 Fitting the cutting blade Husqvarna cutting blades aremanufactured and approvedfor freehand cutting. Thepaper labels on each side ofthe blade are there todistribute the pressure fromthe flange washer and preventthe blade from slipping. The blade is placed betweenthe flange hub (A) and t...

14 – English FUEL HANDLING ! Fuelling WARNING!The following precautions reducethe risk of fire: • Do not smoke or place any sources of heat in the vicinity of the fuel. • Never refuel when the engine is running.• Open the fuel cap slowly when fuelling so that any over pressure is released slowly. • ...

English – 15 Start and stop WARNING! Before starting observe thefollowing: • Do not start the power cut without the cutting arm or cutting head fitted. Otherwise the clutch can comeloose and cause personal injury. • Always move the power cutter from the filling area before starting. • Ensure that yo...

16 – English Adjusting the drive belt • The drive belt is fully enclosed and well protectedfrom dust, dirt andmechanical effects duringthe cutting process. • To tension the drive belt, slightly loosen the bolts (A),which secure the cuttinghead and belt guard. • Turn the tensioning screw so that the ...

English – 17 MAINTENANCE Carburetor Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufacturedto specifications that reduce harmful emissions.After your unit has been run 8-10 tanks of fuel the engine hasbroken in. To ensure that your unit is at peak performance andproducing the least amount of harmf...

18 – English Air filter The air filter should be cleaned regularly removing dust and dirtto avoid:• Carburettor malfunction• Starting problems• Reduced engine power• Unnecessary wear to engine parts The air filter system consistsof a pre-filter (1) and a mainfilter (2): 1) The pre-filter is an oiled...

English – 19 Replacing a broken or worn starter cord • Loosen the bolts that hold the starter against thecrankcase and lift off thestarter unit. • Pull out the cord approx. 30 cm and lift it out of the cut-out in the starter-pulley’speriphery. Reset the recoilspring by allowing the pulleyto slowly r...

20 – English MAINTENANCE Spark plug The condition of the spark plug is affected by:• An incorrect carburettor setting. • An incorrect fuel mixture (too much oil). • A dirty air filter. These factors cause depositson the spark plug electrodethat may result in malfunctionor starting difficulties. • If...

English – 21 MAINTENANCE Below follows some general maintenance instructions.If you need further information please contact your serviceworkshop. Weekly maintenance 9. Check the main filter. 10. Check that the handles and anti-vibration elements are not damaged. 11. Clean the spark plug. Check that ...

22 – English TECHNICAL DATA Engine Cylinder volume, cu.in/cm 3 Cylinder bore, inch/mmStroke, inch/mmIdle speed, rpmMax. speed, unloaded, rpmPower, kW Ignition system ManufacturerType of ignition systemSpark plugElectrode gap, inch/mm Fuel and lubrication system ManufacturerCarburettor typeFuel capac...

English – 23 FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT Husqvarna Forest & Garden servicing dealer. If you haveany questions regarding your warranty rights andresponsibilities, you should contact your nearestauthorized servicing dealer or call Husqvarna Forest &Garden at 1-800 487 5963. WAR...