Husqvarna 324L, 324LD User Manual

Oper ator’s manual (EPA)
324L
324LD
Please r ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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ARNING! Clearing saws, brushcutters and trimmers can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of the operator’s manual.
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
Always wear:
A protective helmet where there is a risk
of falling objects
Approved hearing protection
Approved eye protection
Max. speed of output shaft, rpm
This product is in accordance with applicable CE directives.
Only use non-metallic, flexible cutting attachments, i.e. trimmer heads with trimmer cord.
Other symbols/decals on the mac hine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets.
Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying out any checks or maintenance.
Always wear approved protective gloves.
Regular cleaning is required.
Visual check.
atch out for thrown objects and ricochets.
The oper ator of the machine must ensure, while working, that no persons or animals come closer than 15 metres.
Machines fitted with saw blades or grass blades can be thrown violently to the side when the blade comes into contact with a fixed object. This is called blade thrust. The blade is capable of amputating an arm or leg. Always keep people and animals at least 15 metres from the machine.
Arro ws which show limits for handle positioning.
Alw ays wear approved protective gloves.
Approved eye protection must always be used.
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CONTENTS

Contents
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CONTENTS
Contents ...................................................................... 3
Note the following before starting: ................................ 3
INTR ODUCTION
Dear customer! ............................................................ 4
WHA T IS WHAT?
What is what? .............................................................. 5
GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS
Impor tant ...................................................................... 6
Personal protective equipment ..................................... 6
Machine s safety equipment ........................................ 7
Cutting equipment ........................................................ 9
ASSEMBL Y
Fitting the loop handle ................................................. 10
Assembling and dismantling the two-piece shaft
(324LDx) ...................................................................... 10
Assembling the cutting equipment ............................... 10
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel handling ............................................................... 12
Fuel .............................................................................. 12
ARTING AND STOPPING
Chec k before starting ................................................... 14
Starting and stopping ................................................... 14
ORKING TECHNIQUES
Gener al working instructions ....................................... 16
MAINTENANCE
Carb uretor .................................................................... 18
Muffler .......................................................................... 18
Cooling system ............................................................ 19
Spark plug .................................................................... 19
Two-piece shaft ........................................................... 19
Air filter ......................................................................... 19
Maintenance schedule ................................................. 21
TECHNICAL D ATA
echnical data .............................................................. 22
FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
OUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS ..... 24

Note the f ollowing before starting:

Please read the oper ator’s manual carefully.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.
ARNING! Long-term exposure to noise can
result in permanent hearing impairment. So
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always use approved hearing protection.
ARNING! Under no circumstances may the
design of the machine be modified without
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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.
ARNING! A clearing saw, brushcutter or
trimmer can be dangerous if used
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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.
This label certifies that the product has been certified in accordance with American exhaust requirements EPA 2.
This engine label certifies that the product is certified in accordance with American exhaust emissions requirements EPA Ph II and Californian exhaust and evaporative emissions requirements CARB Tier III. The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the emissions compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has shown to meet Federal and Californian emission requirements. Category C = 50 hours, B = 125 hours, and A = 300 hours.
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INTR ODUCTION

Dear customer!

Cong ratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Huskvarna River, for production of muskets. The location was logical, since water power was harnessed from the Huskvarna River to create the water-powered plant. During over 300 years of continuous operation, the Husqvarna factory has produced a lot of different products, from wood stoves to modern kitchen appliances, sewing machines, bicycles, motorcycles etc. In 1956, the first motor driven lawn mowers appeared, followed by chain saws in 1959, and it is within this area Husqvarna is working today.
Today Husqvarna is one of the leading manufacturers in the world of forest and garden products, with quality as our highest priority. We develop, manufacture and market high quality motor driven products for forestry and gardening as well as for building and construction industry.
Your purchase gives you access to professional help with repairs and service whenever this may be necessary. If the retailer who sells your machine is not one of our authorized dealers, ask for the address of your nearest servicing dealer.
It is our wish that you will be satisfied with your product and that it will be your companion for a long time. Think of this operator s manual as a valuable document. By following its content (using, service, maintenance etc) the life span and the second-hand value of the machine can be extended. If you ever lend or sell this machine, make sure that the borrower or buyer gets the operator s manual, so they will also know how to properly maintain and use it.
Thank you for using a Husqvarna product.
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.
For customer assistance, contact us at our website: www.usa.husqvarna.com
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WHA T IS WHA T?
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What is what?
Trimmer head
2 Bevel gear
3 Grease filler cap, bevel gear
4 Cutting attachment guard
5 Shaft
6 Loop handle
7 Stop switch
8 Throttle control
9 Throttle lockout
10 Cylinder cover
11 Starter handle
12 Air purge
13 Fuel tank
14 Choke control
15 Air filter cover
16 Handle adjustment
17 Drive disc
18 Allen key
19 Locking pin
20 Shaft coupling (324LDx)
21 Operator’s manual
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS
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Impor tant

IMPORTANT!
The machine is only designed for trimming grass.
The only accessories you can operate with this engine unit are the cutting attachments we recommend in the chapter on Technical data.
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 judgement or your co-ordination.
Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading Personal protective equipment.
Never use a machine that has been modified in any way from its original specification.
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 under the heading Maintenance.
All covers, guards and handles must be fitted before starting. Ensure that the spark plug cap and ignition lead are undamaged to avoid the risk of electric shock.
The machine operator must ensure that no people or animals come closer than 15 metres while working. When several operators are working in the same area the safety distance should be at least twice the tree height and no less than 15 metres.
ARNING! Listen out for warning signals or
shouts when you are wearing hearing
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protection. Always remove your hearing protection as soon as the engine stops.
HEARING PR OTECTION
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 in the USA or EN 166 in EU countries.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when fitting cutting attachments.
ARNING! The ignition system of this
machine produces an electromagnetic field
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during operation. This field may under some circumstances interfere with pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with pacemakers to consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine.
ARNING! Running an engine in a confined
or badly ventilated area can result in death
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due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning.

Personal protective equipment

IMPOR TANT!
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.
You must use approved personal protective equipment whenever you use the machine. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.
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 jewellery, shorts sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
FIRST AID KIT
Always have a first aid kit nearby.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS
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This section descr ibes the machine s safety equipment, its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the ”What is what?” 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.
IMPORTANT!
All servicing and repair work on the machine requires special training. This is especially true of the machine 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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ARNING! 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.
Check that the throttle control and throttle lockout move freely and that the return springs work properly.
See instructions under the heading 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 carburettor idle setting must be checked. See instructions under the heading Maintenance.

Stop s witch

Use the stop s witch to switch off the engine.

Thr ottle lockout

The throttle loc kout 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 lockout 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.
Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when the throttle lockout is released.
Press the throttle lockout and make sure it returns to its original position when you release it.
Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you move the stop switch to the stop setting.

Cutting attac hment guard

This guard is intended to pre vent loose objects from being thrown towards the operator. The guard also protects the operator from accidental contact with the cutting attachment.
Check that the guard is undamaged and not cracked. Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is cracked.
Always use the recommended guard for the cutting attachment you are using. See chapter on Technical data.
ARNING! Never use a cutting attachment
without an approved guard. See the chapter
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on Technical data. If an incorrect or faulty guard is fitted this can cause serious personal injury.
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Vibration damping system

Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation easier.
Use of incorrectly wound cord or an incorrect cutting attachment increases the level of vibration. See instructions under the heading Cutting equipment.
The machines vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and the machines handle unit.
In countries that have a warm and dry climate there is a significant risk of fire. We therefore fit certain mufflers with a spark arrestor screen. Check whether the muffler on your machine is fitted with this kind of screen.
For mufflers it is very important that you follow the instructions on checking, maintaining and servicing your machine.
Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler.
Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine.
Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or deformation. Check that the vibration damping element is undamaged and securely attached.
WARNING! Overexposure to vibration can lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage
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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 colour or condition. These symptoms normally appear in the fingers, hands or wrists. The risk increases at low temperatures.
Muffler
The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. A muffler fitted with a catalytic converter is also designed to reduce harmful exhaust gases.
If the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark arrestor screen this must be cleaned regularly. A blocked screen will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious damage.
WARNING! Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get very hot during use and
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remain so for some time after stopping. This also applies at idle speed. Contact can result in burns to the skin. Remember the risk of fire!
WARNING! The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid
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contact with these elements in the event of a damaged muffler.
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WARNING! Bear in mind that:
The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot
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and may contain sparks which can start a fire. Never start the machine indoors or near combustible material!
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Locking nut

A locking nut is used to secure some types of cutting attachment.
When fitting, tighten the nut in the opposite direction to the direction of rotation of the cutting attachment. To remove it, undo the nut in the same direction as the cutting attachment rotates. (CAUTION! The nut has a left-hand thread.)
When loosening and tightening the saw blade nut, there is a risk of injury from the teeth of the saw blade. You should therefore always ensure that your hand is shielded by the blade guard when doing this. Always use a socket spanner with a shaft that is long enough to allow this. The arrow in the diagram shows the area where you should operate the socket spanner when loosening or tightening the nut.
The nylon lining inside the locking nut must not be so worn that you can turn it by hand. The lining should offer a resistance of at least 1.5 Nm. The nut should be replaced after it has been put on approx. 10 times.

Cutting equipment

Trimmer head

IMPORTANT!
Always ensure the trimmer cord is wound tightly and evenly around the drum, otherwise the machine will generate harmful vibration.
Only use the recommended trimmer heads and trimmer cords. 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 recommended cutting attachment. See the chapter on Technical data.
Smaller machines generally require small trimmer heads and vice versa. This is because when clearing using a cord the engine must throw out the cord radially from the trimmer head and overcome the resistance of 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.
Make sure that the cutter 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 couple of days. This will make the line tougher so that it lasts longer.
This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipment in order to:
Reduce the risk of blade thrust.
Obtain maximum cutting performance.
Extend the life of cutting equipment.
IMPORTANT!
Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend! See the chapter on Technical data.
Refer to the instructions for the cutting attachment to check the correct way to load the cord and the correct cord diameter.
WARNING! Always stop the engine before doing any work on the cutting attachment.
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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.
WARNING! A faulty cutting attachment may increase the risk of accidents.
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ASSEMBLY

Fitting the loop handle

Clip the loop handle onto the shaft. Note that the loop handle must be fitted between the arrows on the shaft.
Slide the spacer into the slot in the loop handle.
Fit the nut, knob and screw. Do not overtighten.
Now adjust the trimmer to give a comfortable working position. Tighten the bolt/knob.

Assembling and dismantling the two-piece shaft (324LDx)

Assembly:

Loosen the coupling by turning the knob.
Align the tab of the attachment (A) with the arrow on the coupling (B).

Dismantling:

Loosen the coupling by turning the knob (at least 3 times).
Push and hold the button (C). While securely holding the engine end, pull the attachment straight out of the coupling.
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Assembling the cutting equipment

WARNING!
When fitting the cutting attachment it is
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extremely important that the raised section on the drive disc/support flange engages correctly in the centre hole of the cutting attachment. If the cutting attachment is fitted incorrectly it can result in serious and/or fatal personal injury.
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Push the attachment into the coupling until the attachment snaps into place.
Before using the unit, tighten the knob securely.
WARNING! Never use a cutting attachment without an approved guard. See the chapter
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on Technical data. If an incorrect or faulty guard is fitted this can cause serious personal injury.
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