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Operations Manual
Cutoff
Saw
Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the
Tempest Technology
4708 N. Blythe Ave. • Fresno, CA 93722
800.346.2143 • t: 559.277.7577 • f: 559.277.7579
www.tempest-edge.com • response@tempest-edge.com
Powerhead
Husqvarna K960
instructions before using the machine.
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- Page 1 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 instructions before using the machine. Tempest Technology 4708 N. Blythe Ave. • Fresno, CA 93722 800.346.2143 •...
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Page 2: Key To Symbols
KEY T O SYMBOLS Symbols on the mac hine: Symbols in the operator’ s manual: W ARNING! The machine can be a Switch off the engine b y moving the stop dangerous tool if used incorrectly or switch to the STOP position before carelessly, which can cause serious or fatal carrying out any checks or maintenance. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: ..........2 Symbols in the operator’s manual: ........ 2 CONTENTS Contents ............... 3 WHA T IS WHAT? What is what on the po wer cutter? ........ 4 GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS Steps bef ore using a new power cutter. -
Page 4: Wha T Is What
WHA T IS WHA T? What is what on the po wer cutter? 1 Cylinder cover 13 Combination spanner 2 Muffler 14 Air filter cover 3 Fuel tank 15 Blade guard/spray guard 4 Start throttle lock 16 Starter handle 5 Choke 17 Operator’s manual (EPA) 6 Throttle lockout 18 Adjustment handle for blade guard... -
Page 5: General Safety Preca Utions
GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS Steps bef ore using a new power cutter You will find the following labels on your power cutter: • Please read the operator’s manual carefully. • Check the assembly and adjustment of the cutting blade. See the instructions under the heading Assembling the cutting blade. -
Page 6: Machine ' S Safety Equipment
SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS Muffl er • Use leg-guards recommended for the material to be cut. • Boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole W ARNING! The muffler gets very hot in use and remains so for a short time afterwards. Do not touch the muffler if it is hot! The m uffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. -
Page 7: Checking, Maintaining And Servicing The Machine ' S Safety Equipment
SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS Guar d for the blade Muffl er Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler. WARNING! Always check that the blade guard is fitted correctly before starting the machine. This guard is fi tted above the cutting blade and is designed to Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the prevent parts of the blade or cutting fragments from being machine. -
Page 8: General Safety Precautions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Checking the blade guard Transport and storage Do not store or transport the power cutter with the cutting Never use a defective guard or a guard that has not been blade fitted. fitted correctly. Store the power cutter in a lockable area so that it is out of reach of children and unauthorised persons. -
Page 9: General Working Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General working instructions Cutting WARNING! The safety distance for the power cutter is 15 metres. You are responsible to ensure that animals and onlookers are not within the working area. Do not start cutting until the working area is clear and you are standing firmly. -
Page 10: How To Avoid Kickback
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS How to avoid kickback • Feed down the machine in line with the blade. Pressure from the side can damage the blade and is very dangerous. WARNING! Kickback can happen very suddenly and violently; kicking the power cutter and cutting blade back at the user. If this happens when the cutting blade is moving it can cause very serious, even fatal injuries. -
Page 11: Cutting Blades
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cutting blades Special blades Some cutting blades are designed for stationary equipment and for use with attachments.Such cutting blades must not be WARNING! A cutting blade may burst and used on portable power cutters. cause injury to the operator. Always contact local authorities and make sure you are following applicable directives. -
Page 12: Diamond Blades
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Diamond blades Diamond blades consist of a steel body provided with segments that contain industrial diamonds. Diamond blades ensure lower costs per cutting operation, fewer blade changes and a constant cutting depth. When using diamond blades make sure that it rotates in the direction indicated by the arrow on the blade. -
Page 13: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Checking the drive axle and flange Guard for the blade washers The guard must always be fitted on the machine. The guard for the cutting equipment should be adjusted so that the rear section is flush with the work piece. Spatter and sparks from the material being cut are then collected up by the guard and led away from the user. -
Page 14: Fuel Handling
FUEL HANDLING Fuel Mixing • Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean container CAUTION! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine intended for fuel. and must always been run using a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine oil. It is important to accurately measure •... -
Page 15: Starting And Stopping
STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping Starting a warm engine Use the same starting procedure as for a cold engine but without setting the choke control in the choke position. WARNING! Note the following before starting: Do not start the power cutter without the belt guard fitted. -
Page 16: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Tensioning the drive belt Belt pulley and clutch Never start the engine when the belt pulley and clutch are removed for maintenance. • The drive belt is fully enclosed and well protected from Carburetor dust and dirt. • When tensioning the drive belt, slightly loosen the nuts (A) Your Husqvarna product has been designed and holding the cutting head and belt guard. -
Page 17: Air Filter
MAINTENANCE Air filter 2 The paper filter is accessible under cover B. This filter must be replaced/cleaned when the engine's power drops. The filter is cleaned by shaking. Note that the filter must not be washed. NOTE! High pressure compressed air can damage the filter. - Page 18 MAINTENANCE Changing a broken recoil spring • Remove any remnants of the old starter cord and check that the return spring works. Insert the new starter cord through the hole in the starter housing and in the cord pulley. • Undo the bolt in the centre of the pulley and remove the pulley.
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Page 19: Spark Plug
MAINTENANCE Spark plug Cooling system To keep the working temperature as low as possible the The spark plug condition is influenced by: machine is equipped with a cooling system. • Incorrect carburetor adjustment. The cooling system consists of: • Wrong fuel mixture (too much oil). •... -
Page 20: General Maintenance Instructions
MAINTENANCE General maintenance instructions Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. If you have more questions, contact your service agent. Daily maintenance 1 Check that the components of the throttle control work smoothly (throttle control and throttle trigger lock). 2 Check the tension of the drive belt. -
Page 21: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA K960 K960 Engine Cylinder displacement, cu.in/cm 5,7/93,6 Cylinder bore, inch/mm 2,20/56 Stroke, inch/mm 1,50/38,0 Idle speed, rpm 2700 Recommended max. speed, rpm 9300 (+/- 150) Power, kW/ rpm 4,5/9000 Ignition system Manufacturer of ignition system Type of ignition system NGK BPMR 7A/ Spark plug Champion RCJ 6Y... -
Page 22: Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement
FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized servicing dealer or OBLIGATIONS call Husqvarna Construction Products, at 1-800-323 3553. WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is not The EPA (The US Environmental Protection Agency), scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or which Environment Canada and Husqvarna Construction Products...
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