Husqvarna 225H60, 225H75 User Manual

Operator´s manual

225H60 225H75

Please read these instructions carefully and make sure

you understand them before using the machine.

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SYMBOL EXPLANATION

Symbols

WARNING! The hedge trimmer can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious, even fatal injury.

Read through the Operator‘s Manual carefully and understand the content before using the hedge trimmer.

Always use

• Ear protection

• Approved eye protection

• This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives.

Checks and/or maintenance should be carried out with the engine switched off, with the stop switch in the STOP position.

Always use approved protective gloves.

Regular cleaning required.

Ocular control.

• Always wear approved protective gloves.

• Cutting tool. Do not touch the tool without first switching off the engine.

Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community’s Directive. The machine’s emission is specified in chapter Technical data and on label.

Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets.

Approved eye protection must always be used.

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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.

WARNING!

Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer. Always use genuine accessories. Non-authorised modifications and/or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others.

List of contents

SYMBOL EXPLANATION

Symbols ............................................................................... 2

CONTENTS

List of contents .................................................................... 3

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Personal protective equipment ............................................. 4

The machine’s protective equipment .................................... 4

Control, maintenance and service of the hedge trimmer’s

protective equipment ..................................................... 6

General safety instructions ................................................... 8

General working instructions for hedge trimmer.................. 9

WHAT IS WHAT?

What is what on the hedge trimmer? ................................. 11

FUEL HANDLING

Fuel ................................................................................... 12

Fuelling.............................................................................. 12

START AND STOP

Control before starting....................................................... 13

Start and stop..................................................................... 13

MAINTENANCE

Carburettor........................................................................ 14

Muffler .............................................................................. 15

Cooling system .................................................................. 15

Air filter............................................................................. 16

Spark plug.......................................................................... 16

Gearbox............................................................................. 16

Lubrication........................................................................ 16

Maintenance schedule........................................................ 17

TECHNICAL DATA

225H60............................................................................. 19

225H75............................................................................. 19

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Personal protective eqipment

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand this manual.

• When using a hedge trimmer, protective equipment approved by the appropriate authorities must be used. Personal protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of accidents, however, it can reduce the effects of an injury in the event of an accident. Ask your dealer for help when choosing protective equipment.

WARNING! Remove your hearing protection as soon

GLOVES Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when inspecting, cleaning or assembling cutting equipment.

EAR PROTECTION Ear protection offering sufficient dampening effect should be used.

as you stop the engine, so that you can hear any noises or warning signals.

The machine’s protective equipment

This section describes the hedge trimmer’s protective equip- ment, its function and how checks and maintenance are carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. (See the chapter ”What is what” to locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine.)

WARNING! Never use a hedge trimmer with defective

1. Throttle trigger lock

The throttle trigger lock is designed to prevent the throttle from accidentally being engaged. The trigger (A) can only be pressed in, if the lock (B) is held in (= the operator holding the handle). When the grip on the handle is released the throttle and the throttle trigger lock return to their original positions. This takes place via two independent return spring systems. This means that the throttle is automatically locked in the idling position.

protective equipment. Follow the control, maintenance and service instructions described in this section.

EYE PROTECTION Blows from branches or objects thrown by the moving blades can damage the eyes.

BOOTS Use anti-slip and stable boots.

CLOTHING Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on shrubs and branches. Always wear heavy-duty long pants. Do not wear jewellery, shorts, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.

FIRST AID KIT A first aid kit should be close at hand.

2. Stop switch

The stop switch (C) should be used to stop the engine.

3. Hand guard

The hand guard (D) prevents the operator’s hands from coming into contact with the blades. For example, if the operator should loose his grip on the front handle.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

4. Vibration damping system

The hedge trimmer is equipped with a vibration damping system, which is designed to give as vibration-free and comfortable use as possible.

The hedge trimmer’s vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibrations between the engine unit/blades and the hedge trimmer’s handles. The engine body including the blades is suspended on the handlebar system via a four springs.

WARNING! Over exposure to vibrations can result in

blood-vessel or nerve injury to persons suffering with blood circulation problems. Seek medical attention if you experience physical symptoms that can be related to over exposure to vibrations. Examples of such symptoms are ”numbness”, lack of feeling, ”tickling”, ”pricking”, ”pain”, lack of or a reduction in normal strength, changes in the colour of the skin or its surfaces. These symptoms normally appear in the fingers, hands or wrists.

5. Muffler

The muffler is designed to give the lowest possible noise level and to direct the engine‘s exhaust fumes away from the operator. Muffler fitted with catalytic converter is also designed to reduce harmful exhaust components. In countries that have a warm and dry climate the risk of fire is obvious. We have therefore fitted certain mufflers with a spark arrest screen. Make sure that your muffler is fitted with this kind of screen. It is extremely important that the instructions for checking, maintaining and servicing the muffler are followed. (See the section “Control, maintenance and service of the machine‘s safety equipment“.)

WARNING!

Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters become extremely hot during use and after stopping. This also applies at idling speeds. Contact can result in burns to the skin. Be observant to the risk of fire!

WARNING! Bear in mind that exhaust fumes:

• contain carbon monoxide, which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Therefore never start or run the machine indoors.

• are hot and can contain sparks that can cause fires. Never start the machine indoors or close to inflammable material.

6. Blade guard

The blade guard (A) is intended to protect against any part of the body coming into contact with the blades (B).

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Control, maintenance and service of the hedge trimmer’s protective equipment

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• All service and repairs to the machine require special training.

• This applies especially to the machine‘s safety equipment. If the machine does not meet any of he controls listed below you should contact your service workshop.

• The purchase of one of our products guarantees that professional repair and servicing will be carried out on it. If the point of purchase is not one of our servicing dealers, please ask for details of the closest service workshop.

1. Throttle trigger lock

WARNING!

Never use a machine with defective safety equipment. The safety equipment should be maintained as described in this section. If your machine does not meet any of these controls you should contact your service workshop.

WARNING! Always stop the engine before starting work on any part of the cutting equipment. This continues to rotate even after the throttle has been released. Ensure that the cutting equipment has stopped completely and remove the cable from the spark plug before you start to work on it.

2. Stop switch

• Check that the throttle is locked in the “idling position“ when the throttle trigger lock is in its original position.

• Press in the throttle trigger lock and make sure it returns to its original position when released.

• Ensure that the throttle and throttle trigger lock move easily and that their return spring systems function.

• See the section ”Start”. Start the hedge trimmer and apply full throttle. Release the throttle and check that the blades stop and remain at a standstill. If the blades rotate with the throttle in the idling position then the carburettor’s idling setting must be checked. See chapter ”Mainte-

nance”.

• Start the engine and make sure that the engine stops when the stop switch is moved to the stop position.

3. Hand guard

• Ensure that the blade guard is fitted correctly.

• Make sure the hand guard is not damaged in anyway.

4. Vibration

damping system

• Check the vibration damping element regularly for material cracks and distortion.

• Check that the vibration damping element is securely attached between the engine unit and the handlebar unit.

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