Page 2 - KEY TO SYMBOLS; Symbols
2 – English KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols WARNING! Clearing saws, brushcutters and trimmers can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the...
Page 3 - CONTENTS; Contents
English – 3 CONTENTS Contents Note the following before starting: Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and...
Page 4 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Personal protective equipment; Throttle lock; Cutting attachment guard
4 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment GLOVES Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when fitting cutting attachments. HEARING PROTECTIONWear hearing protection that provides adequate noise reduction. EYE PROTECTIONAlways wear approved eye protection. If you use a visor t...
Page 5 - Vibration damping system; Muffler; Locking nut
English – 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Vibration damping system Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation easier. Use of incorrectly wound cord or an incorrect cutting attachment increases the level of vibration. The machine ′ s vibrati...
Page 6 - s safety equipment
6 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Checking, maintaining and servicing the machine ′′′′ s safety equipment Throttle lock • Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when the throttle lock is released. • Press the throttle lock and make sure it returns to its original position when yo...
Page 7 - Cutting equipment; Trimmer head
English – 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine. • The muffler on your machine is equipped with a spark arrestor mesh, this should be cleaned regularly. A blocked mesh will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious damage. Never use a...
Page 8 - General safety precautions; Starting; Fuel safety; Transport and storage
8 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General safety precautions Starting • The complete clutch cover and shaft must be fitted before the machine is started, otherwise the clutch can come loose and cause personal injury. • Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be dangerous if inhaled. • Obser...
Page 9 - General working instructions; Basic safety rules; Basic working techniques
English – 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank must be emptied. Contact your local gas station to find out where to dispose of excess fuel. • The transport guard must always be fitted to the cutting attachment when the machine is being transported or in sto...
Page 11 - LD
English – 11 WHAT IS WHAT? What is what? LD X 1 Trimmer head 2 Bevel gear 3 Grease filler cap, bevel gear 4 Cutting attachment guard 5 Shaft 6 Loop handle 7 Stop switch 8 Throttle control 9 Throttle lock 10 Cylinder cover 11 Starter handle 12 Air purge 13 Fuel tank 14 Choke control 15 Air filter cov...
Page 12 - ASSEMBLY; Fitting the loop handle
12 – English ASSEMBLY Fitting the loop handle • Clip the loop handle onto the shaft. Note that the loop handle must be fitted between the arrows on the shaft. • Slide the spacer into the slot in the loop handle. • Fit the nut, knob and screw. Do not overtighten. • Now adjust the trimmer to give a co...
Page 13 - Fitting the trimmer head
English – 13 ASSEMBLY Fitting the trimmer head Fitting a trimmer guard and Superauto II 1" trimmer head • Fit the correct trimmer guard (A) for use with the trimmer head. Hook the guard onto the fitting on the shaft and secure it with the bolt (L). • Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft. •...
Page 14 - FUEL HANDLING; Fuel; Gasoline; Engine oil; Oil level; Fueling
14 – English FUEL HANDLING Fuel CAUTION! The machine is equipped with a four-stroke engine. Make sure that there is always sufficient oil in the oil tank. Gasoline • Use high-grade unleaded petrol of at least 86 octane. • If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank should be emptied and c...
Page 15 - STARTING AND STOPPING; Check before starting; Cold engine
English – 15 STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting • Check that the support flange is not cracked due to fatigue or due to being tightened too much. Discard the support flange if it is cracked. • Ensure the locking nut has not lost its captive force. The nut lock should have a locking force of...
Page 16 - Stopping
16 – English STARTING AND STOPPING Starting Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your left hand (CAUTION! Not with your foot!). Grip the starter handle, slowly pull out the cord with your right hand until you feel some resistance (the starter pawls grip), now quickly and powerfully pull ...
Page 17 - MAINTENANCE; Carburetor; Function
English – 17 MAINTENANCE Carburetor Function • The carburetor governs the engine’s speed via the throttle control. Air and fuel are mixed in the carburetor. • Setting the carburettor involves adapting the engine to suit local conditions, e.g. climate, altitude and the petrol. Basic setting The basic...
Page 18 - Spark plug; Cleaning the air filter; Oiling the air filter
18 – English MAINTENANCE Clean the cooling system with a brush once a week, more often in demanding conditions. A dirty or blocked cooling system results in the machine overheating which causes damage to the piston and cylinder. Spark plug The spark plug condition is influenced by: • Incorrect carbu...
Page 19 - Bevel gear; Maintenance schedule; Daily maintenance
English – 19 MAINTENANCE Bevel gear The bevel gear is filled with the right quantity of grease at the factory. However, before 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 normall...
Page 20 - TECHNICAL DATA; Technical data
20 – English TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Note 1: Equivalent noise pressure level is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for noise pressure levels under various working conditions with the following time distribution: 1/2 idle and 1/2 max. speed. NOTE! Noise pressure at the user’s ear and ...
Page 22 - FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
22 – English FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The EPA (The US Environmental Protection Agency), Environment Canada and Husqvarna Forest & Garden are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 2001 and later small nonroad engin...
