Husqvarna 125E User Manual
Operator’s Manual
125E
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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CONTENTS
Contents
CONTENTS
Contents 2........................
Note the following before starting 2....
KEY TO SYMBOLS
Symbols 3.........................
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment 4......
Machine’s safety equipment 4........
Cutting equipment 5.................
Checking, maintaining and servicing
the machine’s safety equipment 5.....
General safety precautions 8.........
Starting 9.........................
Fuel safety 9.......................
Transporting and storage 9...........
General working instructions 9........
Basic safety rules 9.................
Basic working techniques 10..........
KNOW YOUR EDGER
Know your edger 12..................
ASSEMBLY
Assembling the loop handle 13.........
Assembling the blade 13..............
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel 14............................
Fueling 14..........................
STARTING AND STOPPING
Check before starting 15..............
Starting and stopping 15..............
MAINTENANCE
Carburetor 17.......................
Muffler 17..........................
Spark plug 18.......................
Air filter 18..........................
Bevel gear 18.......................
Adjusting the edger’s cutting depth 19
Maintenance schedule 19.............
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data 20....................
WARRANTY STATEMENT 21.........
EMISSION CONTROL
WARRANTY STATEMENT 22.........
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. Long--term exposure to noise can
result in permanent hearing impairment.
Always use approved hearing protection.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the
emission controldevices andsystemmay
be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.
The Emissions Compliance Period referred
to on the Emissions Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for
which the engine has been shown to meet
Federal emissions requirements.
Category C = 50 hours, B= 125 hours, and
A = 300 hours.
For reference, please fill out the following
information that will be needed for future
servicing of your trimmer:
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Purchased From:
WARNING: An edger can be
dangerous if used incorrectly or
carelessly, and can cause serious
or fatal injury to the operator or
others. It is extremely important
that you read and understand the
contents of this operator’s manual.
WARNING: Under no circum-
stances may the design of the
machine be modified without the
permission of the manufacturer.
Always use genuine accessories.
Non--authorized modifications
and/or accessories can result
in serious personal injury or the
death of the operator or others.
Your warranty may not cover
damage or liability caused by the
use of non--authorized accessories or replacement parts.
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KEY TO SYMBOLS
Symbols
WARNING: This edger 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
care fully and make sure you
understand the instructions
before using the machine.
Always wear:
S A protective helmet where there
is a risk of falling objects
S Hearing protection
S Approved eye protection
Max. speed of output shaft, rpm
Watch out for thrown objects
andricochets.
Warning for rotating blade.
Keep hands and feet clear.
Arrows which show limits for
handle positioning.
Always wear approved protective
gloves.
Wear sturdy, non--slip boots.
Other symbols/decals on the machine
refer to special certification requirements
for certain markets.
Stop the engine by pushing
and holding the stop switch
in the STOP position until the
engine stops before carrying
out any checks or maintenance.
Regular cleaning is required.
Visual check.
Approved eye protection must
always be used.
WARNING: The blade continues to
rotate even after the engine has
stopped.
When the engine has stopped,
stop the blade from rotating
by letting the blade come in
contact with the ground.
Indicates the direction of rotation.
The operator of the machine
must ensure that no persons
or animals comes within a
15 metre radius while working.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment
IMPORTANT!Whenever you use a lawn
edger, you must wear personal protective
equipment that is approved by the authorities. Personal protective equipment does
not eliminate the risk of accidents, but it
can reduce the effects of an injury in the
event of an accident. Ask your dealer for
help when choosing protective equipment.
WARNING: Listen out for warn-
ing signals or shouts when you are
wearing hearing protection. Always
remove your hearing protection as
soon as the engine stops.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when necessary,
e.g., when fitting cutting attachments.
HEARING PROTECTION
Wear hearing protection that provides
adequate noise reduction.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear approved eye protection. If
you use a visor then you must also wear
approved protective goggles. Approved
protective goggles must comply with
standard ANSI Z87.1.
FIRST AID KIT
Always have a first aid kit nearby.
Machine’s safety equipment
This section describes the machine’s safety equipment, its purpose, and how checks
and maintenance should be carried out to
ensure that it operates correctly. See the
“Know your trimmer ” section to locate
where this equipment is positioned on your
machine.
The life span of the machine can be reduced
and the risk of accidents can increase if
machine maintenance is not carried out
correctly and if service and/or repairs are not
carried out professionally. If you need further
information please contact your nearest servicing dealer.
WARNING: Never use a machine
that has faulty safety equipment!
Carry out the inspection, maintenance and service routines listed in
this section.
Throttle lock
The throttle lock is designed to prevent accidental operation of the throttle control.
When you press the lock (A) (i.e. when you
grasp the handle) it releases the throttle
control (B). When you release the handle
the throttle control and the throttle lock both
move back to their original positions. This
movement is controlled by two independent
return springs. This arrangement means
that the throttle control is automatically
locked at the idle setting.
A
BOOTS
Wear sturdy, non--slip boots.
CLOTHING
Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and
avoid loose clothing that can catch on
twigs and branches. Always wear heavy,
long pants. Do not wear jewelry, shorts
sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is
above shoulder level.
B
Stop switch
Make sure the engine stops when you push
and hold the stop switch.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Cutting attachment guard
This guard is intended to prevent loose objects from being thrown towards the operator. The guard also protects the operator
from accidental contact with the cutting attachment.
WARNING: Never use a cutting
attachment without an approved
guard. See the section on “T echnic al
data”. If an incorrect or faulty guard
is fitted this can cause serious
personal injury.
WARNING: Overexposure to
vibration can lead to circulatory
damage or nerve damage in people
who have impaired circulation.
Contact your doctor if you experience symptoms of overexposure to
vibration. Such symptoms include
numbness, loss of feeling, tingling,
pricking, pain, loss of strength,
changes in skin color or condition.
These symptoms normally appear
in the fingers, hands or wrists. The
risk increases at low temperatures.
Muffler
The muffler is designed to reduce the noise
level and to direct the exhaust gases away
from the operator.
CAUTION! Muffler is fitted with a catalytic
converter designed to reduce harmful exhaust gases.
For mufflers, it is very important that you follow the instructions on checking, maintaining, and servicing your machine.
See Checking, maintaining and servicing the
machine’s safety equipment section.
WARNING: Mufflers fitted with
catalytic converters get very hot
duringuseandremainsoforsome
time after stopping. This also applies at idle speed. Contact can result in burns to the skin. Remember
theriskoffire!
WARNING: The inside of the
muffler contain chemicals that may
be carcinogenic. Avoid contact with
these elements in the event of a
damaged muffler.
WARNING: Bear in mind that:
Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which can cause
carbon monoxide poisoning. For
this reason you should not start or
run the machine indoors, or anywhere that is poorly ventilated.
The exhaust fumes from the engine
are hot and may contain sparks
which can start a fire. Never start
the machine indoors or near combustible material!
Cuttingequipment
The blade is designed
and processed to
withstand loads that
edging of a lawn
involves.
The locking nut
secures the cutting
equipment on
the output shaft.
Checking, maintaining and
servicing the machine’s
safety equipment
IMPORTANT!
All servicing and repair work on the machine
requires special training. This is especially
true of the machine’s safety equipment. If
your machine fails any of the checks described below you must contact your service
agent. When you buy any of our products we
guarantee the availability of professional repairs and service. If the retailer who sells
your machine is not a servicing dealer, ask
him for the address of your nearest service
agent.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Throttle lock
S Make sure the throttle control is locked
at the idle setting when the throttle lock
is released.
S Press the throttle lock and make sure it
returns to its original position when you
release it.
S Check that the throttle control and
throttle lock move freely and that the
return springs work properly.
Stop switch
S Start the engine and make sure the engine
stops when you push and hold the stop
switch.
Cutting attachment guard
S Ensure that the guard is undamaged and
is not cracked.
S Replace the guard if it has been exposed
to impact or is cracked.
S Always use the recommended blade and
guard combination. See section on “Technical data”.
Muffler
S See instructions under the section
“Start”. Start the machine and apply full
throttle. Release the throttle and check
that the cutting attachment stops and remains at a standstill. If the cutting attachment rotates with the throttle in the idle
position then the carburetor idle setting
must be checked. See instructions under
the section “Maintenance”.
S Never use a machine that has a faulty
muffler.
S Regularly check that the muffler is securely
attached to the machine.
S The muffler on this unit is equipped with a
special spark arrestor mesh. The mesh
should be checked and, if necessary.
cleaned by a servicing dealer. A blocked
mesh will cause the machine to overheat,
which can lead to serious damage. Never
use a muffler with a defective spark arrestor mesh. See the Maintenance section.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Cutting equipment
This section describes how to choose and
maintain your cutting equipment in order to:
S Obtain maximum cutting performance.
S Extend the life of cutting equipment.
General rules
1. Only use the blade and guard we recommend! See the section on “Technical
Data”.
2. Check the blade for damage. A damaged
blade should always be replaced.
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Locking nut
S Protect your hand from injury during as-
sembly. Always wear protective gloves.
Use the blade guard as protection when
tightening nut. Tighten the nut by turning
against the direction of rotation. Loosen
the nut by turning in the direction of rotation. (NOTE: The nut has a left--handed
thread.)
S Tighten the nut securely using a wrench.
WARNING: Never use a machine
with faulty safety equipment. The
machine’s safety equipment must be
checked and maintained as
described in this section.
If your machine fails any of these
checks contact your service agent to
get it repaired.
Loosen
Tighten
NOTE!
The locking nut’s nylon lock must not be
worn so that it can be turned by hand. The
nut should be replaced after it has been
removed and reinstalled approximately 10
times.
WARNING: Always stop the en-
gine before doing any work on the
cutting attachment. This continues
to rotate even after the throttle has
been released. Ensure that the
cutting attachment has stopped
completely and disconnect the HT
lead from the spark plug before
you start to work on it.
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