Husqvarna 326EX User Manual
Operator’s manual (CARB II, EPA II)
326E
X-SERIES
Please read these instructions carefully and make
sure you understand them before using the machine.
English
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
Symbols
WARNING! The edger 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
• Arrows which show limits for handle mounting.
• Always wear approved protective
gloves.
• Use anti-slip and stable boots.
Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to
special certifi cation requirements for certain
markets.
• This product is in accordance with
applicable CE directives.
• Beware of thrown objects and
ricochets.
• Warning for rotating blade.
Keep hands and feet clear.
• 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.
The engine is switched off by
moving the stop switch to the stop
position. CAUTION! The stop
switch automatically returns to the
start position. In order to prevent
unintentional starting, the spark
plug cap must be removed from
the spark plug when assembling,
checking and/or performing maintenance.
Always wear approved protective
gloves.
Regular cleaning required.
Ocular control.
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15 m
5
Indicates the direction of rotation.
• The operator of the machine must
15 m
50FT
T
0F
ensure that no persons or animals
comes within a 15 metre radius
Approved eye protection must
always be used.
while working.
CONTENTS
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.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.
WARNING!
!
!
This engine label certifi es that the product has been
approved in accordance with American exhaust emissions requirements EPA Ph II and CARB Tier II.
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 and California emission requirements.
Category C=50 hours, B=125 hours, and A=300 hours.
Under no circumstances may the design of
the machine be modifi ed without the per-
mission of the manufacturer. Always use
genuine accessories. Non-authorized modifi cations 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 non-authorized
accessories or replacement parts.
WARNING!
The inside of the muffl er with catalytic con-
verter contains chemicals that may cause
cancer. Do not contact inside of damaged
muffl er.
List of contents
SYMBOL EXPLANATION
Symbols ................................................................................2
CONTENTS
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 ..............................................10
Basic working techniques ...................................................10
WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the edger? ................................................12
ASSEMBLY
Assembling the loop handlebar ..........................................13
Assembling the angle gear .................................................13
Assembling the blade .........................................................13
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel mixture ........................................................................14
Fuelling ...............................................................................14
START AND STOP
Control before starting ........................................................15
Start and stop .....................................................................15
MAINTENANCE
Carburetor ...........................................................................16
Muffl er with catalytic converter ...........................................18
Cooling system ...................................................................18
Spark plug ...........................................................................18
Air fi lter ................................................................................19
Angle gear ..........................................................................19
Lubricating the fl exible drive axle .......................................19
Adjusting the edger‘s cutting depth .....................................19
Maintenance schedule .......................................................20
TECHNICAL DATA
326E
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
STATEMENT
Your warranty rights and obligations ...................................22
.........................................................................21
X-SERIES
For customer assistance call: 704-921-7000 or
contact us at our website: www.husqvarna.com
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• An edger 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 an edger, 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.
WARNING!
Remove your hearing protection as soon as
!
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when
necessary, e.g., when assembling cutting equipment.
EAR PROTECTION
Ear protection offering suffi -
cient dampening effect should
be used.
you stop the engine, so that you can hear any
noises or warning signals.
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!
Never use a machine with defective safety
!
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 the
“idling” position.
equipment. Follow the control, maintenance
and service instructions described in this
section.
EYE PROTECTION
Blows from branches or
objects thrown by the rotating
cutting equipment 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 heavyduty long pants. Do not wear
jewellery, shorts, sandals or go
barefoot. Secure hair so it is
above shoulder level.
FIRST AID KIT
A fi rst aid kit should be carried
by operators of the edger.
2. Stop switch
The stop switch should be
used to stop the engine.
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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.
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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.
The use of 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 handle unit.
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 fi ngers,
hands or wrists.
5. Muffl er
The muffl er is designed to
give the lowest possible noise
level and to direct the engine’s
exhaust fumes away from the
operator. Muffl ers equipped
with a catalytic converter are
also designed to reduce the
hazardous substances in the
exhaust fumes.
In countries that have a warm
and dry climate the risk of fi re
is obvious. We have therefore
fi tted certain muffl ers with a
spark arrest screen. Make sure
that your muffl er is fi tted with
this kind of screen.
It is extremely important that
the instructions for checking,
maintaining and servicing the
muffl er are followed. (See the
section “Control, maintenance
and service of the machine's
safety equipment”).
WARNING!
The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot
!
and may contain sparks which can start a
fi re. Never start the machine indoors or near
combustible material!
WARNING!
Muffl ers fi tted 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 fi re!
6. Cutting equipment
The blade is designed and
processed to withstand loads
that edging of a lawn involves.
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
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 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 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 and 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 undamaged and securely attached.
• 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
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5. Muffl er
1. Never use a machine that
has a defective muffl er.
2. Check regularly that the
muffl er is secure.
3. If your muffl er is fi tted
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 muffl er with a detec-
tive spark arrest screen.
• Start the engine and make
sure that the engine stops
when the stop switch is
moved to the stop position.
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6. Cutting equipment
The two basic rules:
1. Only use the cutting 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).
• 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!
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.
!
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.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety instructions
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The machine is only designed for cutting the edges of
lawns.
• The only accessories to be used with the engine unit
as a drive source are the cutting units we recommend
in the chapter “Technical data”.
• The operator is responsible for accidents and the risk
people and property are exposed to.
• 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.
• Do not operate when it's dark.
• Use personal protective equipment. See the section
“Personal protective equipment”.
• Never use a machine that has been modifi ed 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 qualifi ed special-
ists. See the chapter “Maintenance”.
Safety instructions regarding the surroundings
• Never allow children to use the machine.
• Ensure no one comes closer than 15 metres when working.
• Never allow anyone else to use the machine without fi rst ensur-
ing that they have understood the contents of the Operator’s
Manual.
Safety instructions before starting work
• Inspect the working area. Remove any objects, such as
stones, broken glass, nails, steel wire, string, etc. that can be
thrown or can wrap around the blade or blade guard.
• Keep others at a safe distance. Children, animals, onlookers
and helpers should stand outside of the safety zone of 15 m
(50 feet). Stop the machine immediately if any one should approach.
• Check the entire machine before starting work. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leakage and that all safety guards
and covers are complete and fastened securely. Check all
nuts and bolts
• All covers and guards must be fi tted before starting
the machine. Check that the spark plug cap and HT
lead are not damaged, otherwise you could get an electric shock.
WARNING!
!
!
Faulty cutting equipment increases the risk
of accidents.
WARNING! Never allow children to use or be in
the vicinity of the machine. As the machine is
equipped with a spring-loaded stop switch and
can be started by low speed and force on the
starter handle, even small children under some
circumstances can produce the force necessary to start the machine. This can mean a risk
of serious personal injury. Therefore remove
the spark plug cap when the machine is not
under close supervision.
Personal protection
• Always wear boots and other
equipment described in the
section “Personal protective
equipment”.
• Always wear working clothes
and heavy-duty long trousers.
• Never wear loose sitting
clothes or jewellery.
• Persons with long hair
should, for personal safety,
put their hair up.
• Check the blade for cracks or
any other damage.
• Ensure the blade guard is
mounted and not damaged.
• Check that the blade and blade guard are correctly secured.
• When adjusting the carburettor make sure the blade is held
against the ground and that no one is in the immediate vicinity.
• Make sure the blade does not rotate when idling.
• Make sure the handle and safety features are in order. Never
use a machine that has parts missing or has been changed in
relation to the specifi cation.
• Only use the machine for the purpose it was intended for.
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