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Oper ator ′ s manual 325HS75 X-series 325HS99 X-series Please r ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h...
KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols The engine is switched off by moving the stop switch to the stop position. CAUTION! The stop switch automatically returns to the WARNING! Incorrect or careless use of start position. In order to prevent a hedge trimmer can turn it into a unintentional starting, the spark plug cap dangerous tool that can cause serious or must be removed from the spark plug when...
CONTENTS Contents Note the following before starting: KEY TO SYMBOLS Please read the operator’s manual carefully. Symbols ............... CONTENTS WARNING! Long-term exposure to noise can Contents ..............result in permanent hearing impairment. So Note the following before starting: ........ always use approved hearing protection. INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, ............
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 Husqvarna River, for production of muskets. The location was logical, since water power was harnessed from the Huskvarna River to create the water-powered plant.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for cutting branches and Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into twigs. a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand the Never use a machine that has been modified in any way contents of this operator’s manual.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FIRST AID KIT Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when the throttle lockout is released. Always have a first aid kit nearby. Machine′ ′ ′ ′ s safety equipment This section describes the machine′s safety equipment, its Press the throttle lockout and make sure it returns to its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried original position when you release it.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Hand guard Muffler The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum The hand guard prevents hands from coming into contact with and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. A muffler the moving blades, for example, if the operator loses grip on fitted with a catalytic converter is also designed to reduce the front handle.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Assembly of the catcher (accessory) WARNING! The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid Loosen the nuts on top of the bar. Align the bolts in the holes contact with these elements in the event of a on the catcher and fit the bolts.
• The transport guard must always be fitted to the cutting • For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two- attachment when the machine is being transported or in stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for our air- storage.
FUEL HANDLING Mixing Fuelling • Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. • Always start by filling half the amount of the petrol to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture.
STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting Starting and stopping • Inspect the working area. Remove any objects that could WARNING! The complete clutch cover and be thrown out. gear housing must be fitted before the • Check the cutting attachment. Never use blades that are machine is started, otherwise the clutch may dull, cracked or damaged.
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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 the cord.
WORKING TECHNIQUES General working instructions • Keep in mind that the operator is responsible for accidents or hazards occuring to other people or their property. Safety instructions while working IMPORTANT! This section takes up the basic safety precautions for working with a hedge trimmer. If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to •...
WORKING TECHNIQUES Safety instructions after completing work • The transport guard should always be fitted to the cutting attachment when the machine is not in use. • Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before cleaning, carrying out repairs or an inspection. Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug.
Basic setting • The basic carburettor settings are adjusted during testing Your Husqvarna product has been designed and at the factory. The basic setting is richer than the optimal manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful setting and should be maintained for the first few hours the emissions.
MAINTENANCE Fine adjustment of the idle speed T Correctly adjusted carburettor Adjust the idle speed with the idle adjustment screw T, if When the carburettor is correctly adjusted the machine adjustment is necessary. First turn the idle adjustment screw accelerates without hesitation and burbles a little at maximum T clockwise until the blades start to move.
These factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes, which may result in operating problems and starting Always use HUSQVARNA filter oil, art. no. 531 00 92-48. The difficulties. filter oil contains a solvent to make it spread evenly through If the machine is low on power, difficult to start or runs poorly...
There is a grease nipple and a plug for filling lubricant on the gear housing. Use a grease gun to fill with grease. This should be done after every 60 working hours. Use Husqvarna’s special grease, no. 503 98 96-01.
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 maintenance and service work described in this Operator’s Manual. More extensive work must be carried out by an authorised service workshop.
Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declare under sole responsibility that the hedge trimmers Husqvarna 325HS75 and 325HS99 from 2002’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the type plate with subsequent serial number), are in conformity with the standards or or other normative documents following the provisions in the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVES:...