Husqvarna 225L-LD, 232L, 225L Lite User Manual
225L/LD
225L Lite
232L
Operator's manual (CARB, EPA)
Read through the Operator‘s Manual carefully and
understand the content before using the machine.
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SYMBOL EXPLANATION
Symbols
max
10000 rpm
WARNING! Clearing saws,
brushcutters and trimmers can be
dangerous!
Careless or incorrect use can result in
serious or fatal injury to the operator
or others.
Read through the Operator‘s Manual
carefully and understand the content
before using the machine.
Always use
• A protective helmet where there is
a risk of falling objects
• Ear protection
• Approved eye protection
• Max. speed of output axle, rpm
• Always wear approved protective
gloves.
• Use anti-slip and stable boots.
• Only use non-metallic, flexible
cutting elements, that is trimmer
head with trimmer cord.
• Only intended for the trimmer
head.
15 m
50FT
15 m
50FT
• This product is in accordance with
applicable CE directives.
• Beware of thrown objects and
ricochets.
• The operator of the machine shall
ensure, while working, that no
persons or animals come closer
than 15 metres.
• Blade can thrust violently when
coming in contact with any object.
Blade thrust can cause amputation
of arms or legs. Keep people and
animals 50 feet away. Never use
blades unless recommended
handlebar, shoulder strap,
attaching hardware and blade
deflector are installed.
Checks and/or maintenance should
be carried out with the engine
switched off, with the stop switch in
the STOP position.
Always wear approved protective
gloves.
Regular cleaning required.
Ocular control.
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Approved eye protection must always
be used.
CONTENTS
Before using a new machine
• Read the Operator‘s Manual carefully.
• Check the assembly and adjustment of the cutting
equipment. See page 13.
• Start the machine and check the carburettor settings.
See page 16-17.
IMPORTANT! A too lean carburettor adjustment significantly
increases the risk of an engine breakdown.
Insufficient care of the air filter will cause deposits on the spark
plug resulting in starting difficulties.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control
devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad
engine repair establishment or individual.
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.
Your warranty does not cover damage or
liability caused by the use of nonauthorized accessories or replacement
parts.
List of contents
SYMBOL EXPLANATION
Symbols ............................................................................... 2
CONTENTS
Before using a new machine ................................................. 3
List of contents .................................................................... 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment ............................................. 4
The machine‘s safety equipment .......................................... 4
Control, maintenance and service of the machine‘s safety
equipment ...................................................................... 6
Cutting equipment .............................................................. 7
General safety instructions ................................................... 8
General working instructions ............................................... 9
Basic working techniques ..................................................... 9
WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the trimmer?............................................ 11
ASSEMBLY
Assembling the loop handlebar .......................................... 12
Assembling and dismantling the two-part shaft (225LD) ... 12
Assembling the spray guard and
trimmer head Superauto II ........................................... 13
Assembling other guards and cutting equipment................ 13
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel mixture ...................................................................... 14
Fuelling.............................................................................. 14
ST ART AND STOP
Control before starting....................................................... 15
Start and stop..................................................................... 15
MAINTENANCE
Carburettor........................................................................ 16
Muffler .............................................................................. 18
Cooling system .................................................................. 18
Air filter ............................................................................. 18
Spark plug.......................................................................... 19
Angle gear .......................................................................... 19
Two-part shaft .................................................................... 19
Maintenance schedule ........................................................ 20
TECHNICAL DATA
225L/LD ........................................................................... 21
225L Lite ........................................................................... 21
232L .................................................................................. 21
FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL
WARRANTY STATEMENT
Your warranty rights and obligations .................................. 22
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• A clearing saw, brushcutter or trimmer used
incorrectly or carelessly can become a dangerous
tool, that can cause serious or fatal injury to the
operator or others. It is extremely important that
you read and understand the content of this
manual.
• When using a trimmer, personal 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.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn
when necessary, e.g., when
assembling cutting
equipment.
EAR PROTECTION
Ear protection offering
sufficient dampening
effect should be used.
EYE PROTECTION
Blows from branches or
objects thrown by the
rotating cutting
equipment can damage
the eyes.
The machine‘s safety equipment
This section describes the machine‘s safety equipment, 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!
!
1. Throttle trigger
lock
The throttle trigger lock is
designed to prevent the
throttle from accidentally
being engaged. When the
trigger lock (A) is pressed
into the handle (= when you
hold the handle) the throttle
(B) is released. 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 its “idling“
position.
2. Stop switch
Never use a machine with defective safety
equipment. Follow the control,
maintenance and service instructions
described in this section.
A
B
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.
FIRST AID KIT
A first aid kit should be
carried by operators of
clearing saws, brushcutters
or trimmers.
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The stop switch should be
used to stop the engine.
3. Cutting
attachment guard
This guard is intended to
prevent objects from being
thrown towards the
operator and to protect the
operator from
unintentionel contact with
the cutting attachment.
WARNING!
Under no circumstances may the cutting
!
equipment be used without an approved
guard fitted. See the chapter
data”
. If the wrong guard or a defective
guard is fitted this can cause serious
personal injury.
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“Technical
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
4. Vibration
damping system
Your machine is equipped
with a vibration damping
system, which is designed
to give as vibration-free
and comfortable use as
possible.
Use of incorrectly wound
cord or incorrect cutting
equipment increases the
level of vibration.
The machine‘s vibration
damping system reduces
the transfer of vibrations
between the engine unit/
cutting equipment and the
machine‘s handles. The
engine body including the
cutting equipment is
suspended on the
handlebar system via a
vibration damping element.
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.
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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. Cutting
equipment
The trimmer head is
intended for trimming
grass.
7. Locking nut
The locking nut secures the
cutting equipment on the
output shaft.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Control, maintenance and service of
the machine‘s safety equipment
IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION
• 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
the 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
• 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.
3. Cutting
attachment guard
• Ensure that the spray
guard is undamaged and
is not cracked.
• Replace the guard if it
has been exposed to
impact or is cracked.
• Always use the prescribed
blade an guard
combination, see chapter
"Technical data".
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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• Ensure that the throttle
and throttle trigger lock
move easily and that their
return spring systems
function.
• See section "Start". Start
the machine and apply
full throttle. Release the
throttle and check that the
cutting equipment stops
and remains at a standstill.
If the cutting equipment
rotates with the throttle in
the idling position then
the carburettor‘s idling
setting must be checked.
See chapter
“Maintenance“.
2. Stop switch
• Start the engine and make
sure that the engine stops
when the stop switch is
moved to the stop
position.
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5. Muffler
1.Never use a machine that
has a defective muffler.
2.Check regularly that the
muffler is secure.
3.If your muffler is fitted
with a spark arrest screen
then it should be cleaned
regularly. A blocked
screen leads to the engine
overheating with serious
damage as a result. Never
use a muffler with a
defective spark arrest
screen.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
6. Cutting equipment
The section describes how through correct maintenance and
through using the right type of cutting equipment you can:
• Obtain maximum clearing capacity.
• Increase the service life of the cutting equipment.
Two basic rules:
1)Only use the cutting
and guard equipment
we recommend! See
chapter “Technical
data“.
2)Check the cutting
equipment with regard
to damage and crack
formation. Damaged
cutting equipment
should always be
replaced.
7. Locking nut
• Protect your hand from
injury when assembling,
use the blade guard as
protection when tightening
with a socket spanner.
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-hand thread).
Cutting equipment
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The section describes how through correct
maintenance and through using the right type of
cutting equipment you can obtain maximum
clearing capacity and increase the service life of
the cutting equipment.
• Only use the cutting and guard equipment we
recommend! See chapter “Technical data“.
• Refer to the instructions for the cutting
equipment for the correct winding of cord
and for the selection of the right cord diameter.
Trimmer head
• Only use a trimmer head
and trimmer cord that is
recommended. These
have been tested by the
manufacturer to suit a
particular engine size.
This is especially
important when a fully
automatic trimmer head
is used. Only use the
cutting equipment we
recommend! See chapter
“Technical data“.
• Generally smaller machines require a small trimmer head
and vice versa. This is because when clearing using a cord
the engine must throw out the cord radially from the
trimmer head and also meet resistance from the grass being
cleared.
• The length of the cord is also important. A longer cord
requires greater engine power than a shorter cord of the
same diameter.
• Tighten the nut using a
socket spanner, 35 - 50
Nm (3.5 - 5 kpm).
NOTE!
The locking nut‘s nylon lock must not be so worn that it can
be turned by hand. The lock shall hold at least 1.5 Nm. The
nut should be replaced after it has been put on approx. 10
times.
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.
• Make sure the knife positioned on the trimmer guard is
intact. This is used to cut the cord to the correct length.
• To increase the life of the cord it can be soaked in water for
a few days. This will make the line tougher and it will keep
longer.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Always ensure the trimmer cord is wound tightly
and evenly around the drum, otherwise harmful
vibrations will occur.
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.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety instructions
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The machine is only designed for trimming
grass.
• The only accessories to be used with the engine
unit as a drive source are the cutting units we
recommend in the chapter
• Never use the machine if you are tired, if you
have consumed alcohol, or if you are taking
medicines that can affect your sight, your judgement
or the control of your body.
• Use personal protective equipment. See the
section
• Never use a machine that has been modified so
that it no longer corresponds with the original
design.
• Never use a machine that is faulty. Follow the
maintenance, control and service instructions in this
Operator‘s Manual. Some maintenance and service
actions should be carried out by trained and
qualified specialists. See the chapter
• The machine operator shall ensure, while
working, that no persons or animals come closer
than 15 metres (50 feet). When several operators are
working in the same area the safety distance should
be at least double tree length, however, at least 15
metres (50 feet).
!
“Personal protective equipment“.
WARNING!
Faulty cutting equipment increases the risk
of accidents.
Start
WARNING!
!
When the engine is started with the choke
in either the choke or start throttle positions
the cutting equipment starts to rotate
immediately.
“Technical data“
“Maintenance“
.
Fuel safety
• Never fill the machine
while the engine is
running. Always stop the
engine and let it cool for a
few minutes before
refuelling.
• Provide good ventilation
when filling or mixing fuel
(petrol and 2-stroke oil).
• Move the machine at least
3 m from the filling
position before starting.
• Never start the machine:
a)If you have spilt fuel on it.
Wipe up all spillage.
.
b)If you have spilt fuel on
yourself or your clothes.
Change your clothes.
c)If there is a fuel leak.
Make regular checks for
leakage from the fuel cap
and the fuel supply pipes.
Min. 3 m
(10 ft)
Transport and storage
• Store and transport the machine and fuel so that any leakage
or fumes do not risk coming into contact with sparks or
naked flames. For example, electric machines, electric
motors, electrical switches/power switches, heaters or the
like.
• The complete clutch cover with shaft must be fitted before
the machine is started, otherwise the clutch can become
loose and cause personal injury.
• Never start the machine indoors. Bear in mind the dangers
of inhaling the engine‘s exhaust fumes.
• Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no
risk of people or animals coming into contact with the
cutting equipment.
• Place the machine on the
ground, ensure the cutting
equipment runs free of
twigs and stones. Push the
machine body towards the
ground using your left
hand. (NOTE! Not with
your foot). Grip the starter
handle with your right
hand and pull the starter
cord.
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• When storing and transporting fuel approved containers
intended for this purpose must be used.
• When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank
must be emptied. Contact your local petrol station to find
out how to dispose of excess fuel.
WARNING!
!
Exercise great care when handling fuel.
Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosions and
inhaling fumes.
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