Page 3 - EC-declaration of conformity; Applies to Europe only
3 English EC-declaration of conformity Applies to Europe only We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declare under sole responsibility that the hedge trimmers Husqvarna 226HS75S and 226HS99S with serial numbers dating from 2010 onwards (the year is clearly stated on the r...
Page 4 - Contents
4 English Contents Symbols on the machine •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 5 Introduction •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 5 DEAR CUSTOMER! ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••...
Page 5 - Symbols on the machine
5 English Symbols on the machine 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 ...
Page 6 - Safety; SYMBOLS; SAFETY FIRST; WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL
6 English Safety Warning labels on the machine SYMBOLS If warning label peel off or become soiled and impossible to read, you should contact the dealer from which you purchased the product to order new labels and affix them in the required location(s). Never modify your machine. We won’t warrant the...
Page 8 - Technical data; TECHNICAL DATA
8 English Technical data TECHNICAL DATA 226HS75S 226HS99S Engine Engine Type Air-cooled 2-stroke gasoline Air-cooled 2-stroke gasoline Cylinder displacement, cm 3 23.6 23.6 Cylinder bore, mm 34 34 Stroke, mm 26 26 Idle speed, rpm 3000±200 3000±200 Max. output, kw/ rpm 0.85/8000 0.85/8000 Ignition sy...
Page 9 - IMPORTANT; For safe operation
9 English NOTE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE STARTING ; 1. THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES. Read this manual carefully until you completely understand and follow all safety and operating instructions. Also, know how to stop the machine quickly in an emergency. 2. Keep this manual handy so that you ma...
Page 10 - WORKING PLAN; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
10 English WORKING PLAN 1. You should never use the produc t when under the influence of alcohol, when suffering from exhaustion or lack of sleep, when suffering from drowsiness as a result of having taken cold medicine or at any other time when a possibility exists that your judgment might be impai...
Page 11 - IF SOMEONE COMES
11 English IF SOMEONE COMES 1. Guard against hazardous situations at all times. Warn adults to keep pets and children away from the area. Be careful if you are approached. Injury may result from flying debris. 2. If someone calls out or otherwise interrupts you while working, always be sure to turn ...
Page 12 - RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO; Fuel
12 English • Gasoline is very flammable. Avoid smoking or bringing any flame or sparks near fuel. Make sure to stop the engine and allow it cool before refueling the unit. Select outdoor bare ground for fueling and move at least 3m (10ft) away from the fueling point before starting the engine. • The...
Page 13 - STOPPING ENGINE; Operation; STARTING ENGINE
13 English • Avoid pulling the rope to its end or returning it by releasing the k nob. Such ac tions can cause star ter failures. 7. Move the choke lever to the open position. And pull out the starter rope quickly to restart engine. 8. Allow the engine to warm up for a couple of minutes before start...
Page 14 - ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED
14 English ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED • Before adjusting the carburetor, clean the air filter and warm up the engine. • Idle screw is adjusted in order to ensure a good safety margin between idle running and clutch engagement. With the engine idling (3000 rpm), the blade should not move. We recommend th...
Page 15 - AIR FILTER; Maintenance
15 English AIR FILTER • T h e a i r f i l t e r, i f c l o g g e d , w i l l r e d u c e t h e e n g i n e performance. Check and clean the filter element in warm, soapy water as required. Dry completely before installing. If the element is broken or shrunk, replace with a new one. • How to attach t...
Page 16 - INTAKE AIR COOLING VENT
16 English INTAKE AIR COOLING VENT • Never touch the cylinder, muffler, or spark plugs with your bare hands immediately after stopping the engine. The engine can become very hot when in operation, and doing so could result in severe burns. • Clean the cylinder fins with compressed air or a brush. If...
Page 17 - THROTTLE LOCKOUT
17 English THROTTLE LOCKOUT • Stop operation if the throttle lockout is defective.• The throttle lockout is the device not to accelerate the throttle lever without intention. While pushing the throttle lockout, you can accelerate the throttle lever. 1. Check if the throttle lever does not move when ...
Page 18 - Troubleshooting guide
18 English Troubleshooting guide Case 1. Starting failure CHECK PROBABLE CAUSES ACTION fuel tank ➞ incorrect fuel ➞ drain it and fill with correct fuel fuel filter ➞ fuel filter is clogged ➞ clean idle adjustment screw ➞ out of normal range ➞ adjust to normal range sparking (no spark) ➞ spark plug i...