Husqvarna 326SX User Manual
Operator’s manual (EPA)
326S
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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WARNING! 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:
• A protective helmet where there is a risk
of falling objects
• Hearing protection
• Approved eye protection
Max. speed of output shaft, rpm
KEY TO SYMBOLS
Regular cleaning is required.
Visual check.
Approved eye protection must always be
used.
Wear a dust mask.
The operator of the machine must ensure,
while working, that no persons or animals
come closer than 15 metres.
Arrows which show limits for handle
positioning.
Always wear approved protective gloves.
Wear sturdy, non-slip boots.
Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special
certification requirements for certain markets.
15 m
50FT
50FT
15 m
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.
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CONTENTS
Contents Note the following before starting:
KEY TO SYMBOLS
Symbols ....................................................................... 2
CONTENTS
Contents ...................................................................... 3
Note the following before starting: ................................ 3
INTRODUCTION
Dear customer! ............................................................ 4
WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the sweeper? ..................................... 5
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important ...................................................................... 6
Personal protective equipment ..................................... 6
Machine ′ s safety equipment ........................................ 7
ASSEMBLY
Assembling the sweeper .............................................. 9
Fitting the loop handle ................................................. 9
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel safety ................................................................... 10
Fuel .............................................................................. 10
Fueling ......................................................................... 11
STARTING AND STOPPING
Starting and stopping ................................................... 12
WORKING TECHNIQUES
General working instructions ....................................... 13
MAINTENANCE
Carburetor .................................................................... 15
Muffler .......................................................................... 17
Cooling system ............................................................ 17
Angle gear ................................................................... 17
Air filter ......................................................................... 18
Spark plug .................................................................... 18
Maintenance schedule ................................................. 19
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data .............................................................. 20
FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS ..... 21
Please read the operator’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.
WARNING! 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.
WARNING! A sweeper can be dangerous if
used incorrectly or carelessly, and can
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cause serious or fatal injury to the operators
or others. It is extremely important that you
read and understand the contents of this
operator’s manual.
WARNING! Long-term exposure to noise can
result in permanent hearing impairment. So
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always use approved hearing protection.
This decal certifies 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 numbers 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.
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INTRODUCTION
Dear customer!
Congratulations 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 call: 704-921-7000 or contact us at our website: www.husqvarna.com
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WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the sweeper?
1 Blade
2 Sweeper roller
3 Roller shaft
4 Pin
5 Hairpin spring
6 Plastic sleeve
7 Tube
8 Gearbox
9 Split Pin
10 Loop handle
11 Handle adjustment
12 Stop switch
13 Throttle lock
14 Cylinder cover
15 Starter handle
16 Fuel tank
17 Air filter cover
18 Air purge
19 Choke control
20 Throttle control
21 Operator’s manual
22 Spark plug
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important
IMPORTANT!
The machine is only designed for sweeping lawns,
pathways, asphalt roads and the like.
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.
Never use the machine in extreme weather conditions such
as severe cold, very hot and/or humid climates.
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 and guards must be fitted before starting. Ensure
that the spark plug cap and ignition lead are undamaged to
avoid the risk of electric shock.
HEARING PROTECTION
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.
WARNING! Never allow children to use or be
in the vicinity of the machine. As the
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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 protective equipment
IMPORTANT!
A sweeper can be dangerous if used incorrectly or
carelessly, and can cause serious or fatal injury to the
operators 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.
DUST MASK
Wear a dust mask.
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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WARNING! Listen out for warning signals or
shouts when you are wearing hearing
protection. Always remove your hearing
protection as soon as the engine stops.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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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 ”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
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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s safety equipment
s safety equipment. If your machine fails any of the
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.
Press the throttle lock and make sure it returns to its original
position when you release it.
Check that the throttle control and throttle lock 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
sweeper rollers stops and remains at a standstill. If the
sweeper rollers rotates with the throttle in the idle position
then the carburettor idle setting must be checked. See
instructions under the heading Maintenance.
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.
Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting
when the throttle lock is released.
Stop switch
Use the stop switch to switch off the engine.
Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you
move the stop switch to the stop setting.
Vibration damping system
Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system
that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation
easier.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The machine ′ s vibration damping system reduces the transfer
of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and
the machine ′ s handle unit.
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
Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the
machine.
If the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark arrestor
mesh this must be cleaned regularly. A blocked mesh 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!
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.
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 mesh. Check whether the muffler on your
machine is fitted with this kind of mesh.
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.
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.
WARNING! Bear in mind that: Engine
exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide,
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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!
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