Husqvarna 125L, 125C User Manual
Operator’s Manual
125C 125L
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 safety 8....................
Fuel safety 8.......................
Transporting and storage 9...........
General working instructions 9........
Basic safety rules 9.................
Basic working techniques 9..........
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER
Know your trimmer 11................
ASSEMBLY
Fitting the loop handle 12.............
Fitting the trimmer guard and
trimmer head 12.....................
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel 13............................
Fueling 13..........................
STARTING AND STOPPING
Check before starting 14..............
Starting and stopping 14..............
MAINTENANCE
Carburetor 16.......................
Muffler 16..........................
Spark plug 17.......................
Air filter 17..........................
Bevel gear 17.......................
Maintenance schedule 18.............
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data 20....................
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND
OBLIGATIONS 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 protec tion.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the
emission control devices and system may
be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.
WARNING! The engine exhaust
from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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! A clearing saw,
brushcutter or trimmer 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!
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 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 and
ricochets.
The operator of the machine
must ensure, while working,
that no persons or animals
come closer than 50 feet
(15 meters).
Arrows which show limits for
handle positioning.
Clearing saws,
Only intended for trimmer heads.
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.
Always wear approved protective
gloves.
Wear sturdy, non--slip boots.
Only use non--metallic, flexible
cutting attachments, i.e. trimmer
heads with trimmer line.
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Personal protective equipment
IMPORTANT! Whenever you use a clear-
ing saw, brushcutter or trimmer 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 v isor 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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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 “Tec hnical
data”. If an incorrect or faulty guard
is fitted this can cause serious
personal injury.
Use of incorrectly wound trimmer line or an
incorrect cutting attachment increases the
level of vibration.
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.
WARNING! Mufflers fitted with
catalytic converters get very hot
duringuseandremainsoforsome
time after stopping. This also ap plies 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! Be ar in mind that:
Engine exhaust fumes contain car bon 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!
Cutting equipment
A trimmer head is intended for trimming
grass.
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 s afety equipment section.
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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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 guard for
the cutting attachment you are using. 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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Cutting equipment
This section describes how to c hoose and
maintain your cutting equipment in order to:
S Obtain maximum cutting performance.
S Extend the life of c utting equipment.
General rules
Trimmer head
S Only use the recommended cutting at-
tachments. See the section on “Technical
data”.
1. Only use cutting attachments with the
guards we recommend! See the s ection
on “Technical Data”.
2. Check the cutting attachment for damage
or cracks. A damaged cutting attachment
should always be replaced.
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.
IMPORTANT!
This section describes how to choose and
maintain your cutting equipment in order to:
Obtain maximum cutting performance.
Extend the life of cutting equipment.
Only use cutting attachments with the guards
we recommend! See the section on
“T echnical data”.
Refer to the instructions for the cutting attachment to check the correct way to load the
trimmer line and the correct line diameter.
S Smaller machines generally require small
trimmer heads and vice versa. This is because when clearing using trimmer line
the engine must throw out the trimmer
line radially from the trimmer head and
overcome the resistance of the grass
being cleared.
S The length of the trimmer line is also im-
portant. A longer trimmer line requires
greater engine power than a shorter
trimmer line of the same diameter.
S Make sure that the cutter on the trimmer
guard is intact. This is used to cut the
trimmer line to the correct length.
S To increase the life of the trimmer line it
can be soaked in water for a couple of
days. This will make the line tougher so
that it lasts longer.
IMPORTANT!
Always ensure the trimmer line is wound
tightly and evenly around the drum, otherwise the machine will generate harmful
vibration.
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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General safety precautions
IMPORTANT!
S The machine is only designed for trimming
grass.
S The only accessories you can operate
with this engine unit are the cutting attachments we recommend in the “T echnical data” section.
S Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Never use the machine if you are tired, if
you have drunk alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your vision, your judgment or your coordination.
S Never use the machine in extreme weath-
er conditions such as severe cold, very hot
and/or humid climates.
S Never use a machine that has been modi-
fied in any way from its original specification.
S Wear personal protective equipment. See
instructions in the “Personal protective
equipment” section.
S Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry
out the checks, maintenance and service
instructions described in this manual.
Some maintenance and service measures
must be carried out by trained and qualified specialists. See instructions in the
“Maintenance” section.
S All covers and guards must be fitted before
starting. Make sure the spark plug cap and
HT lead are not damaged. Otherwise you
could get an electric shock.
S The machine operator must ensure that no
people or animals come closer than 15
meters while working.
S Stay clear of spinning line.
S Secure or remove loose clothing or cloth-
ing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving
parts.
S Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
S Always k eep the engine on the right hand
side of your body.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep trimmer head below waist level and
away from all parts of your body. Do not
raise engine above your waist.
S Keep all parts of your body away from
muffler and spinning line. Keep engine below waist level. A hot muffler can cause
serious burns.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach or use from unstable surfaces
such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc.
S Use only in day light or good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
WARNING! A faulty cutting at-
tachment may increase the risk of
accidents.
Starting
WARNING! Whentheengineis
started with the choke in either the
choke or start throttle positions the
cutting attachment will start to
rotate immediately.
S Ensure that all of the engine covers and
housings are properly fitted before the
trimmer is started.
S Never start or attempt to run the unit with
the clutch, clutch drum, clutch cover, or
driveshaft removed.
S Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust
fumes can be dangerous if inhaled.
S Observe your surroundings and make sur
that there is no risk of people or animals
coming into contact with the cutting equipment.
S See the “Starting and Stopping” section for
complete instructions.
Fuel safety
S Always use a fuel container with an anti--
spill valve.
S Never refuel the machine while the engine
is running.
S Always stop the engine and let it cool for a
few minutes before refueling.
S Make sure there is plenty of ventilation
when refueling or mixing fuel (gasoline and
2--stroke oil).
S Move the machine at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) from the refueling point before starting it.
Min. 10 ft.
(3 m)
S Never start the machine:
S If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off
the spillage and allow remaining fuel to
evaporate.
S If you have spilled fuel on yourself or
your clothes, change your clothes. Wash
any part of y our body that has come in
contact with fuel. Use soap and water.
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