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132R/142R
Operator's Manual
Read through the Operator‘s Manual carefully and
understand the content before using the machine.
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Symbols
SYMBOL EXPLANATION
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.
Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to
special certification requirements for certain
markets.
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.
• Machines fitted with clearing or
grass blades can be thrown
violently to the side when the
blade comes into contact with a
fixed object. The blade can cause
the amputation of arms and legs.
Always keep people and animals at
least 15 metres from the machine.
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.
Approved eye protection must always
be used.
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• Arrows which show limits for
handle mounting.
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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.
WARNING!
!
Under no circumstances may the design
of the machine be modified without 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.
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...................................................................... 7
Cutting equipment ............................................................ 10
General safety instructions ................................................. 11
General working instructions............................................. 12
Adjusting the harness and brush cutter .............................. 12
Basic clearing techniques.................................................... 13
WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the brush cutter 132R?............................ 15
What is what on the brush cutter 142R?............................ 16
ASSEMBLY
Main body assembling ....................................................... 17
Assembling the handlebars................................................. 17
Assembly of the blade and trimmer head............................ 17
Assembling the transport guard.......................................... 17
Assembling the blade guard and grass blade ....................... 18
Assembling guard and trimmer head (132R)...................... 18
Assembling guard and trimmer head (142R)...................... 18
Assembling the spray guard (142R).................................... 19
Connecting throttle cable and stop switch wires................. 19
Cable adjustment............................................................... 19
Adjusting the harness and brush cutter .............................. 20
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel ................................................................................... 21
Fuelling.............................................................................. 21
ST ART AND STOP
Control before starting....................................................... 22
Start and stop..................................................................... 22
MAINTENANCE
Carburettor........................................................................ 23
Muffler .............................................................................. 23
Cooling system .................................................................. 24
Air filter............................................................................. 24
Angle gear.......................................................................... 24
Spark plug.......................................................................... 24
Filing the grass blade.......................................................... 25
Maintenance schedule........................................................ 26
TECHNICAL DATA
132R/142R........................................................................ 27
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Personal protective equipment
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Incorrect or careless use of a brush cutter,
brushcutter or trimmer can turn it into a dangerous
tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury to
the operator or others. It is extremely important
that you read and understand the content of this
manual.
• When using a brush cutter, brushcutter or 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!
!
HELMET
A helmet should be worn if
trees to be cleared are higher
than 2 metres.
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.
Remove your hearing protection as soon as
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!
!
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.
Never use a machine with defective safety
equipment. Follow the control,
maintenance and service instructions
described in this section.
A
B
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when
necessary, e.g., when
assembling cutting
equipment.
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
carried by operators of brush
cutters, brushcutters or
trimmers.
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2. Stop switch
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!
Do not attach any blade to the unit without
!
proper installation of all required parts.
Failure to use the proper parts can cause
the blade to fly off and seriously injure the
operator and/or bystanders.
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.
“Technical
4. Anti-vibration
system
Your machine is equipped
with an anti-vibration system
that has been designed to
give as vibration-free and
comfortable usage as
possible.
The use of incorrectly
wound cord or blunt,
incorrect cutting equipment
(incorrect type or incorrectly
sharpened, see section “Filing
the blade”) 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
fingers, hands or wrists.
5. Quick-release
There is an easily accessible,
quick-release catch fitted to
the chest as a safety
precaution in the event of a
fire in the engine or for any
other situation that requires
you to free yourself from the
machine and harness. See the
section “Adjusting the harness
and brush cutter“.
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6. Muffler
The muffler is designed to
give the lowest possible noise
level and to direct the
engine‘s exhaust fumes away
from the operator.
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!
!
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.
7. Cutting
equipment
1) Clearing blades are
intended for cutting wood.
2) Grass blades are
intended for brush cutting.
3) The trimmer head is
intended for trimming
grass.
8. Locking nut
A locking nut is used to
secure some types of cutting
equipment on the output
shaft.
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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.
• 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“.
• 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.
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
• Start the engine and make
sure that the engine stops
when the stop switch is
moved to the stop
position.
A
B
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3. Cutting
attachment guard
• 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 prescribed
blade an guard
combination, see chapter
"Technical data".
4. Vibration
damping system
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.
• Check the vibration
damping element
regularly for material
cracks and distortion.
• Check that the vibration
damping element is
undamaged and securely
attached.
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6. Cutting equipment
This section describes how through correct maintenance and
through using the right type of cutting equipment you can:
• Reduce the machine‘s tendency to kickback
• Obtain maximum cutting capacity.
• Increase the service life of the cutting equipment.
Four basic rules:
1)Only use the cutting
and guard equipment
we recommend! See
chapter “Technical
data“.
2)Keep the blade‘s teeth
well and correctly
sharpened! Follow our
instructions and use the
recommended filing
gauge. An incorrectly
sharpened or damaged
blade increases the risk
of an accident.
7. Quick-release
• Check that the harness
straps are correctly
positioned. When the
harness and machine are
adjusted, check the harness‘
safety release catch to
ensure it works correctly.
8. 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).
3)Check the cutting
equipment with regard
to damage and crack
formation. Damaged
cutting equipment
should always be
replaced.
• 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
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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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Cutting equipment
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The section describes how through correct mainte-
nance and through using the right type of cutting
equipment you can reduce the machine‘s tendency to
kickback, 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.
• Keep the blade’s teeht well and correctly
sharpened! Follow our recommendations. Also
refer to the instructions on the blade packaging.
• Maintain the correct setting. Follow our instructions and use the recommended filing gauge.
WARNING!
Incorrect cutting equipment or an
!
incorrectly sharpened blade increases
the risk of kickback.
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.
Sharpening the
grass blade
• See the cutting
equipment’s packaging for
correct filing instructions.
• The blades are sharpened
using a single cut flat file.
• Sharpen all edges equally
to maintain the balance of
the blade.
• 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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General safety instructions
IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION
• The machine is only designed for trimming grass,
brush cutting and/or forestry clearing.
• 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
“Personal protective equipment“.
• 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
nance“
• All covers and guards must be fitted before starting
the machine. Check that the spark plug cap and HT
lead are not damaged, otherwise you could get an
electric shock.
• 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).
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WARNING!
Faulty cutting equipment or an incorrectly
sharpened blade increases the risk of
accidents.
“Technical data“
.
“Mainte-
Fuel safety
• Always use a fuel container
with an anti-spill valve.
• 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)
Start
WARNING!
When the engine starts with the choke lever
!
• 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.
in the choke or starter throttle position the
cutting equipment starts to rotate
immediately.
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.
• 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.
• Always keep the transport guard attached when transporting
and storing the machine.
WARNING!
!
Exercise great care when handling fuel.
Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosions and
inhaling fumes.
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General working instructions
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This section covers basic safety precautions for
working with brushcutters and trimmers.
• If you encounter a situation where you are
uncertain how to proceed you should ask an
expert. Contact your dealer or your service
workshop.
• Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond
your capability.
• You must understand the difference between
clearing, brush cutting and grass trimming before
using the machine.
Basic safety precautions
1.Observe your surroundings:
• To ensure that people, animals or other things cannot affect
your control of the machine.
Adjusting the harness and brush
cutter
WARNING!
!
Quick release
On the front is an easily
accessible, quick release catch.
Use this if the engine should
catch fire or in any other
emergency situation when
you quickly need to take off
the harness and machine.
When working with the brush cutter it
should always be hooked in the harness. If
this is not done, you cannot control the
brush cutter safely and this can result in
injury to yourself or someone else. Never
use a harness with a defective quick
release catch.
• To ensure that the above mentioned do not come into
contact with the cutting equipment or objects that can be
thrown by the cutting equipment.
• NOTE! Never use a machine without the possibility of
calling for help in the event of an accident.
2.Avoid usage in
unfavourable weather
conditions. For example,
thick fog, heavy rain,
strong winds or extreme
cold, etc. To work in bad
weather conditions is
tiring and can create
dangerous circumstances,
e.g. slippery surfaces,
affect a tree‘s direction of
fall, etc.
3.Make sure you can walk
and stand safely. Look out
for any obstacles with
unexpected movement
(roots, stones, branches,
pits, ditches, etc.). Take
great care when working
on sloping ground.
4.The engine should be switched off before moving. When
moving over longer distances and transporting the transport
guard should be used.
5.Never put the machine down with the engine running
unless you have good sight of it
Even load on the
shoulders
A well-adjusted harness and
clearing saw significantly
facilitates working. Adjust the
harness for the best working
position. Tension the side
straps so that the weight is
evenly distributed across the
shoulders.
Correct height
Adjust the support strap so
that the cutting attachment is
parallel to the ground.
Correct balance
The cutting attachment
should rest lightly on the
ground. If you use a saw
blade it should balance about
10 cm above the ground to
prevent contact with stones
and the like. Adjust the
position of the support strap
attachment ring to balance
the clearing saw correctly.
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Basic clearing techniques
• Always drop to idling speed after each working operation.
Longer periods running at full throttle without loading the
engine (that is without resistance, which the engine feels
from the cutting equipment when trimming) can lead to
serious engine damage.
Designations
• Use a grass knife or grass
blade for clearing grass.
• Use a trimmer head or
plastic blades for lighter
clearing work, for
example along verges or
around trees.
WARNING!
!
Clearing‘s ABC
A. Always use the correct equipment.
B. Always have well adjusted equipment.
C. Follow the safety instructions.
D. Organise the work well.
E. Always use full throttle when applying the blade.
F. Always use a sharp blade.
G. Avoid stones.
Sometimes branches, grass or wood can
get caught between the guard and cutting
equipment. Always stop the engine when
cleaning.
Grass clearing using a grass blade
• A blade is used for all
types of high or thick
grass.
• The grass is cut down
with a sideways, swinging
movement, where the
movement from right-toleft is the clearing stroke
and the movement from
left-to-right is the return
stroke. Let the blade work
on the left-hand side
(between 8 and 12
o’clock).
• If the blade is angled to the left when clearing the grass will
collect in a line, which makes collection easier, e.g. when
raking.
• Try to work rhythmically. Stand firmly with your feet apart.
Move forward after the return stroke and stand firmly again.
• Let the support cup rest lightly against the ground. It is used
to protect the blade from hitting the ground.
• Reduce the risk of material wrapping around the blade by
following these instructions:
a) Always work at full throttle.
b) Avoid the previously cut material during the return
stroke.
• Stop the engine and remove the brushcutter from the
harness before you start to gather the cut material.
WARNING!
!
Working methods
• Before you start clearing,
check the clearing area, its
condition, slopes, if there
are stones, pits, etc.
• On sloping ground the
pathway should run
parallel to the slope. It is
far easier to work along a
slope then up and down a
slope.
• The pathway should be
planned so that you avoid
going over ditches or other
obstacles.
Avoid cutting in the cutting region between
12 and 3 o‘clock on the blade. Kickback
can occur due to the blade‘s rotation
speed in this area of the blade when
applied on thick stems.
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!
WARNING!
Neither the user of the tool or anyone else
may attempt to remove the cut material
while the engine is running or with the
blade rotating as this can result in serious
injury.
Stop the engine and blade before you
remove material that has wound around the
blade as otherwise there is a risk of injury.
The bevel gear unit can get hot during use
and may remain so for a while afterwards.
There is a risk of slight burns if you touch
it.
WARNING!
Beware of thrown objects. Always wear eye
protection. Never lean over the guard.
Stones, rubbish etc. can be thrown up into
the eyes resulting in blindness or other
serious injury .
Keep unauthorised persons at a distance.
Children, animals, onlookers and helpers
should be outside the safety zone of 15
meters (50 feet). Stop the machine
immediately if anyone approaches.
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Grass clearing
using the trimmer
head and plastic
knives
• Hold the trimmer head
just above the ground at
an angle. It is the end of
the cord that carries out
the work. Let the cord
work at its own pace.
Do not press the cord
into the area to be cut.
• The cord can easily
remove grass and weeds
up against walls, fences,
trees and borders,
however, it can also
damage sensitive bark on
trees and bushes and
damage fence posts.
• Reduce the risk of
damaging plants by
shortening the cord to
10-12 cm and reducing
the engine speed.
Clearing
• The clearing technique
removes all unwanted
vegetation. Keep the
trimmer head just above
the ground and tilt it.
Let the end of the cord
strike the ground around
trees, posts, statues and
the like. NOTE! This
technique increases the
wear on the cord.
Trimming
• The trimmer is ideal to
cut grass that is difficult
to reach using a normal
lawn mower. Keep the
cord parallel to the
ground when cutting.
Avoid pressing the
trimmer head against the
ground as this can ruin
the lawn and damage the
tool.
• Do not allow the
trimmer head to
constantly come into
contact with the ground
during normal cutting
procedures. Constant
contact can cause damage
and wear to the trimmer
head.
Sweeping
• The rotating cord‘s
fanning effect can be
used for quick and easy
cleaning. Hold the cord
parallel to and above the
area to be swept and
move the trimmer from
side to side.
• When cutting and
sweeping you should use
full throttle to obtain the
best results.
• The cord wears quicker
and must be fed forward
more often when
working against stones,
brick, concrete, metal
fences, etc. than when
coming into contact
with trees and wooden
fences.
• When trimming and
clearing you should use
less than full throttle so
that the cord lasts longer
and to reduce the wear
on the trimmer head.
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WARNING!
Beware of thrown objects. Always wear eye
protection. Never lean over the guard.
Stones, rubbish etc. can be thrown up into
the eyes resulting in blindness or other
serious injury.
Keep unauthorised persons at a distance.
Children, animals, onlookers and helpers
should be outside the safety zone of 15
meters (50 feet). Stop the machine
immediately if anyone approaches.
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26
32
13
25
29
19
31
20
1
30
21
4
What is what on the brushcutter 132R?
1. Blade
2. Grease filler cap
3. Angle gear
4. Blade guard
5. Tube
6. Locking button for start throttle
7. Throttle trigger
8. Stop switch
9. Throttle trigger lock
10. Suspension
11. Cylinder cover
12. Starter handle
13. Fuel tank
14. Choke
15. Air filter cover
16. Handle bars
17. Clutch cover
18. Locking nut
19. Support flange
20. Support cup
21. Drive disc
22. Handle bar adjustment
25. Socket spanner
26. Operator‘s Manual
27. Transport guard
29. Spanner
30. Locking pin
31. Harness
32. Air purge
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WHAT IS WHAT?
33
27
1
3
2
7
8
6
9
5
18
10
15
11
17
34
4
16
12
14
19
20
32
13
25
21
31
1
29
28
26
22
30
4
33
What is what on the brushcutter 142R?
1. Blade
2. Grease filler cap
3. Angle gear
4. Blade guard
5. Tube
6. Locking button for start throttle
7. Throttle trigger
8. Stop switch
9. Throttle trigger lock
10. Suspension
11. Cylinder cover
12. Starter handle
13. Fuel tank
14. Choke
15. Air filter cover
16. Handle bars
17. Clutch cover
18. Locking nut
19. Support flange
20. Support cup
21. Drive disc
22. Handle bar adjustment
25. Socket spanner
26. Operator‘s Manual
27. Transport guard
28. Allen key
29. Spanner
30. Locking pin
31. Harness
32. Air purge
33. Cord cutter
34. Guard extension
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ASSEMBLY
A B
Main body assembling
Connect the engine (A) to
the tube (B) with four screws
(C).
B
C
C
A
Assembling the handlebars
• Slide on the throttle
handle on the right-hand
side of the handlebars,
(see the diagram).
• Align the hole in the
throttle handle for the
fixing screw with the
hole at the handlebars.
• Refit the screw in the
rear of the throttle
handle.
Assembly of the blade and trimmer
head
It is extremely important
that the disc drive’s/support
flange’s guide engages
correctly in the cutting
equipment’s centre hole
when assembling the cutting
equipment. Cutting
equipment assembled
incorrectly can result in
serious and/or fatal personal
injury.
Under no circumstances may the cutting
equipment be used without an approved
!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The machine must be equipped with the correct
handlebars, blade guard and harness if either a
clearing blade or grass blade are to be used.
guard fitted. See the chapter
data”
. If the wrong guard or a defective
guard is fitted this can cause serious
personal injury.
“Technical
• Fit the screw through the
throttle handle and the
handlebars and tighten.
• Fit the handle bar in the
handle bar clamp on the
shaft with six screws.
• Attach the cabling to the
shaft with two cabling
holders.
• Put on the harness and
hang the machine in the
suspension hook. Now
finely adjust so that the
machine gives a
comfortable working
position when it‘s
attached to the harness.
Tighten the handle.
Assembling the transport guard
1) Insert the tips of the
blade into the grooves
in the transport guard
(A).
2) Wind the guard
around the blade, then
snap the hook (B) to
secure the transport
guard.
142R
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ASSEMBLY
Assembling the blade guard and
grass blade
• 132R: The guard (A) is
fitted using 4 screws (L) as
set out in the diagram.
NOTE! Use the
recommended blade guard.
A
L
• 142R: Fit the guard (A) to
the gear housing using the
support plate (M) and two
screws (L). NOTE! Use the
recommended blade guard.
M
Assembling guard and trimmer head
(132R)
• Fit the guard (A)
intended for use with
the trimmer head.
L
Secure using four bolts
(L) and the support plate
(M) as shown in the
diagram.
• Fit the disc drive (B) on
the output axle.
• Turn the blade axle until
one of the disc drive’s
holes aligns with the
corresponding hole in
the gear housing.
• Insert the locking pin
A
(C) into the hole to lock
the axle.
• Screw on the trimmer
head (H) in the
direction of rotation.
A
L
B
C
M
H
• Fit the drive disc (B) on the
output axle.
• Turn the blade axle until
one of the holes in the drive
disc aligns with the hole in
the gear housing.
• Insert the locking pin (C)
in the hole so that the axle
is locked.
• Place the blade (D),support
cup (F) and support flange
(E) on the output shaft.
• Fit the nut (G). The
tightening torque of the nut
is 35-50 Nm (3,5 - 5 kpm).
Use the socket spanner in
the tool kit. Hold the
handle of the spanner as
close to the blade guard as
possible. The nut is
tightened when the spanner
is turned against the
direction of rotation (lefthand thread).
132R
142R
• Dismantling takes place
in the reverse order.
G
E
F
D
Assembling guard and trimmer head
(142R)
B
C
G
E
F
D
B
C
• Fit the guard (A) to the
gear housing using the
support plate (M) and two
screws (L).
• Fit the disc drive (B) on
the output axle.
• Turn the blade axle until
one of the disc drive’s
holes aligns with the
corresponding hole in the
gear housing.
• Insert the locking pin (C)
into the hole to lock the
axle.
• Screw on the trimmer
head (H) in the direction
of rotation.
• Dismantling takes place in
the reverse order.
L
M
A
H
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ASSEMBLY
Assembling the spray guard (142R)
(Install the cord cutter and guard extension to the spray
guard.)
1) Fasten the cord cutter
(A) to the spray guard
with two M5 x 25
screws, lock washers
and hex nuts as
shown.
2) Attach the guard
extension (B) to the
guard with the five
M5 x 15 screws,
washers and hex nuts
as shown.
Cable adjustment
• Throttle cable should be paralleled to flexible shaft. In case
of twisting, they should be restored by parallel.
• Throttle cable should be adjusted under the bended flexible
shaft.
1)Loosen the lock-nut (C)
and adjust the cable
adjuster sleeve (D) so the
stop on the carburettor
throttle cam just contacts
the throttle stop and the
cable position keep 1–2
mm play between cable lug
and slotted fittings when
the throttle trigger is fully
depressed.
2)When the throttle cable is
adjusted correctly, tighten
the lock-nut.
1-2mm
Connecting throttle cable and stop
switch wires
1) Insert the throttle cable
through the cable
adjuster sleeve on the
carburettor bracket.
Make sure the end of
the throttle cable
housing is seated
positively in the sleeve.
2) Position the slotted
fitting on the carburettor so the recessed hole
(A) is away from the
cable adjuster sleeve.
3) Rotate the carburettor
throttle cam and slip the
throttle cable through
the slot in the slotted
fitting, making sure the
cable lug drops into the
recessed hole.
4) Operate the throttle
trigger a few times to
make sure that it works
correctly.
5) Plug the stop switch
wires into the matching
connectors from the
engine. Note that wire
polarity is not important.
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ASSEMBLY
Adjusting the harness and brush
cutter
WARNING!
When working with the brush cutter it
!
Quick release
On the front is an easily
accessible, quick release
catch. Use this if the engine
should catch fire or in any
other emergency situation
when you quickly need to
take off the harness and
machine.
Even load on the
shoulders
A well-adjusted harness and
brush cutter significantly
facilitates working. Adjust
the harness for the best
working position. Tension
the side straps so that the
weight is evenly distributed
across the shoulders.
should always be hooked in the harness.
If this is not done, you cannot control the
brush cutter safely and this can result in
injury to yourself or someone else. Never
use a harness with a defective quick
release catch.
Correct height
1) Forestry clearing
Adjust the carrier strap so
that the suspension hook
comes approximately 10
cm under the hip. The
blade should be angled
forward a little.
2)Grass clearing
The suspension hook
should hang
approximately 20 cm
under the hip so that the
blade is parallel to the
ground.
Correct balance
1)Forestry clearing
Move the suspension eye
forwards or backwards. If
the blade is balanced a 1020 cm above the ground it
is easier to avoid stones.
2)Grass clearing
Let the blade balance at a
comfortable clearing
height, i.e. close to the
ground.
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FUEL HANDLING
Fuel
NOTE!
The machine is fitted with a two-stroke engine and must
always be run on a mixture of petrol and two-stroke oil. It is
important to measure the quantity of oil accurately, to ensure
the correct mixture ratio. Small discrepancies in the amount of
oil have a great bearing on the proportions of the fuel mixture
when mixing small amounts of fuel.
WARNING!
!
Petrol
NOTE!
Always use an oil-mixed
quality petrol (at least 90
octane). If your machine is
equipped with a catalytic
converter, (see “technical
data”) an unleaded, oil
mixed quality petrol should
always be used. A leaded
petrol will destroy the
catalytic converter.
• The lowest recommended
octane rating is 90. If you
run the engine on a petrol
with a lower octane rating
than 90 so-called
“knocking“ can occur.
This leads to an increased
engine temperature, which
can result in a serious
engine breakdown.
• When working at
continuous high revs a
higher octane rating is
recommended.
Always provide good ventilation when
handling fuel.
Mixture
• Always mix petrol and oil in a clean container intended for
petrol.
• Always start by filling half the quantity of petrol required.
Then add the entire oil quantity. Mix (shake) the fuel
mixture. Fill the remaining quantity of petrol.
• Mix (shake) the fuel mixture carefully before filling in the
machine‘s fuel tank.
• Do not mix more than max. one month’s supply of fuel.
• If the brush cutter is not used for a long period of time, the
fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned.
Fuelling
WARNING!
!
• Clean around the fuel
cap. Contamination in
the tank can disrupt
operations.
• Ensure that the fuel is
well mixed by shaking the
container before filling
the tank.
The following precautions reduce the risk
of fire:
Do not smoke or place any sources of heat
in the vicinity of the fuel. Never refuel
when the engine is running. Always stop
the engine and let it cool for a few minutes
before refuelling. Open the fuel cap slowly
when fuelling so that any over pressure is
released slowly. Tighten the fuel cap
carefully after refuelling. Always move the
machine from the fuelling place before
starting.
Two-stroke oil
• For the best results use
Husqvarna two-stroke oil,
which has been specially
produced for brush cutters
and chain saws. Mixing
ratio 1:50 (2%).
• If Husqvarna two-stroke oil is not available you can use a
high quality two-stroke oil intended for air cooled engines.
Contact your dealer when selecting an oil.
Mixing ratio: 1:25 (4%).
• Never use two-stroke oil intended for water cooled outboard
motors, so-called outboard motor oil.
• Never use oil intended of four-stroke engines.
• Always use a fuel
container with an antispill valve.
Gasolin
Benzin
Essence
Gasolina
Lit.
5
10
15
20
Oil • Öl
Huile • Aceite
Lit.
4% (1:25)
0,20
0,40
0,60
0,80
Min. 3 m
(10 ft)
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ST ART AND STOP
Control before starting
For reasons of safety follow
these recommendations!
• Check the blade to ensure
that no cracks have formed
at the bottom of the teeth
or by the centre hole. The
most common reason why
cracks are formed is that
sharp corners have been
formed at the bottom of
the teeth while sharpening
or that the blade has been
used with dull teeth.
Discard a blade if cracks
are found.
• Check that the support
flange is not cracked due
to fatigue or due to being
tightened too much.
Discard the support flange
if it is cracked.
• Ensure the locking nut has
not lost its captive force.
The nut lock should have
a locking force of at least
1.5 Nm. The tightening
torque of the locking nut
should be 35-50 Nm.
• Check that the guard is
not damaged or cracked.
Replace the guard if it is
exposed to impact or is
cracked.
• Check that the trimmer
head and spray guard are
not damaged or cracked.
Replace the trimmer head
or spray guard if they are
exposed to impact or are
cracked.
• Never use the machine without a guard or spray guard nor
with a defective guard.
Start and stop
WARNING!
!
The complete clutch cover with shaft
must be fitted before the machine is
started, otherwise the clutch can become
loose and cause personal injury.
Always move the machine from the filling
area before starting. Place the machine on
a flat surface. Ensure the cutting equipment cannot come into contact with any
object. Make sure no unauthorised
persons are in the working area, otherwise there is a risk of serious personal
injury. The safety distance is 15 metres.
Cold engine
IGNITION: Set the stop
switch to the start position.
CHOKE: Set the choke
control in the choke position.
AIR PURGE: Prime with
fuel by pressing the diaphragm repeatedly until fuel
begins to run back into the
tank through the transparent
fuel hose.
Warm engine
Use the same starting
procedure as for the cold
engine, but do not set the
choke control in the choke
position. Set the throttle to
the start position by pressing
the throttle trigger and then
pressing the red button next
to the stop button.
Stop
Stop the engine by switching
the stop switch to the stop
setting.
WARNING!
When the engine is started with the choke
!
Start
Press the machine body
against the ground using your
left hand (NOTE! Not your
foot). Grip the starter handle,
slowly pull out the cord with
your right hand until you feel
some resistance (the starter
pawls grip), now quickly and
powerfully pull the cord.
Reset the choke control as
soon as the engine fires and
repeat until the engine starts.
When the engine starts
quickly apply full throttle and
the start throttle will automatically disengage.
NOTE! Do not pull the
starter cord out completely
and do not release the starter
cord from the fully extended
position. This can damage the
machine.
in the choke or start position the cutting
equipment starts to rotate immediately.
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MAINTENANCE
Carburettor
Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful emissions.
After your unit has been run 8-10 tanks of fuel the engine
has broken in. To ensure that your unit is at peak performance and producing the least amount of harmful emissions
after break in, have your authorized servicing dealer, who has
a revolution counter at his disposal, to adjust your carburettor for optimum operating conditions.
WARNING!
!
Operation
• The carburettor governs the engine‘s speed via the throttle.
Air/fuel is mixed in the carburettor. The air/fuel mixture is
adjustable. To take advantage of the engine‘s optimal output
the adjustment must be correct.
• The setting of the carburettor means that the engine is
adapted to local conditions, for example, the climate,
altitude, petrol and the type of 2-stroke oil.
Idle speed
adjustment (T)
• Check that the air filter is
clean. When the idle
speed is correct, the
trimmerhead will not
rotate. If adjustment is
required, close (clockwise)
the T-screw, with the
engine running, until the
trimmerhead starts to
rotate (3 400 rpm). Open
(counterclockwise) the
screw until the
trimmerhead stops. You
have reached the correct
idle speed (abt 2 600 rpm)
when the engine runs
smoothly in all positions
well below the rpm when
the trimmerhead starts to
rotate.
The complete clutch cover with shaft
must be fitted before the machine is
started, otherwise the clutch can become
loose and cause personal injury.
+
+
--
Muffler
NOTE!
Some mufflers are fitted with a catalytic converter. See “Techni-
cal data” to see whether you brush cutter is fitted with a
catalytic converter.
The muffler is designed to
dampen the noise level and
to direct the exhaust fumes
away from the user. The
exhaust fumes are hot and
can contain sparks, which
can result in fire if the
exhaust fumes are directed
towards a dry and inflammable material. Some mufflers
are equipped with a special
spark arrestor screen. If your
machine is fitted with this
type of screen it should be
cleaned regularly. This is
done using a wire brush. On
mufflers without a catalytic
converter the screen should
be cleaned weekly, or
replaced if necessary. On
mufflers fitted with a
catalytic converter the screen
should be checked and
cleaned monthly. If the
screen is damaged it should
be replaced.
If the screen is frequently blocked, this can be a sign that the
function of the catalytic converter is impaired. Contact your
dealer to inspect the muffler. A blocked screen will cause the
engine to overheat resulting in damage to the cylinder and
piston. Also see under “Maintenance”.
NOTE! Never use a machine with a defective muffler.
WARNING!
!
NOTE!
The machine should only be used for short periods at its
highest speed.
Contact your servicing dealer, if the idle
speed setting cannot be adjusted so
that the cutting attachment stops. Do
not use the machine until it has been
properly adjusted or repaired.
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MAINTENANCE
Cooling system
To maintain as low an
operating temperature as
possible the engine is
equipped with a cooling
system.
The cooling system consists
of:
1.An air intake on the
starter unit.
2.Cooling fins on the
flywheel.
3.Cooling fins on the
cylinder
4.Cylinder cover (leads cold
air onto the cylinder).
Clean the cooling system using a brush at least once a week, in
difficult conditions more often.
A dirty or blocked cooling system leads to the engine overheating resulting in damage to the cylinder and piston.
1
2
4
3
Air filter
The air filter should be
cleaned regularly removing
dust and dirt to avoid:
• carburettor malfunction
• starting problems
• reduced engine power
• unnecessary wear to
engine parts
• abnormal fuel
consumption
Clean the filter after every
25 hours or more regularly
if operating conditions are
exceptionally dusty.
Cleaning the air filter
Dismantle the air filter
cover and remove the air
filter. Wash in clean, warm
soapy water. Ensure that the
filter is dry before refitting.
An air filter used for a long
period of time can never be
cleaned completely. Therefore it is necessary to replace
the filter from time to time
with a new filter. A damaged air filter must always
be replaced.
142R
132R
142R
Angle gear
The angle gear is filled with
a sufficient quantity of
grease at the factory.
However, before using the
machine you should check
that the angle gear is filled
to 3/4 with grease. Use
Husqvarna special grease.
Normally, the grease does
not need to be changed
except when the angle gear
is repaired.
Spark plug
The condition of the spark
plug is affected by:
• An incorrect carburettor
setting.
• An incorrect fuel mixture
(too much or faulty oil).
• A dirty air filter.
These factors cause deposits
on the spark plug electrode
that may result in malfunction or starting difficulties.
If the machine is low on power, difficult to start or runs
poorly while idling always check the spark plug first.
If the spark plug is dirty, clean it and at the same time check
that the electrode gap is 0,6–0,7 mm. The spark plug should
be changed after about one month of operation or earlier if
necessary.
NOTE! Always use the recommended type of spark plug. An
incorrect spark plug can damage the cylinder/piston.
0,6-0,7 mm
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Filing the grass blade
WARNING!
!
• See the cutting
equipment’s packaging
for correct filing
instructions.
• The blades are sharpened
using a single cut flat file.
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.
MAINTENANCE
• Sharpen all edges equally
to maintain the balance
of the blade.
WARNING!
!
Always discard a blade that is bent,
twisted, cracked, shattered or damaged in
any other way. Never attempt to straighten
a twisted blade for use again. Only use
original blades of the prescribed type.
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MAINTENANCE
Maintenance schedule
Below follows some general maintenance instructions.
If you need further information please contact your service
workshop.
Daily maintenance
1. Clean the outside of the
machine.
2. Make sure the harness is
not damaged.
3. Make sure the throttle
trigger lock and the
throttle function
correctly from a safety
point of view.
4. Check that the stop
switch functions.
1
2
3
4
5. Check that the cutting
head does not rotate
while idling.
5
6. Clean the air filter.
Replace if necessary.
7. Check the guards for
damage and ensure that
they are not cracked.
Replace the guards if
they have been exposed
to impact or are cracked.
8. Check that the blade is
well centred, is sharp,
and is not cracked. An
uncentred blade causes
vibrations that can result
in damage to the
machine.
6
7
8
Weekly
maintenance
1.Check the starter, the
starter cord and the return
spring.
2.Make sure that the
vibration damping
elements are not damaged.
3.Clean the outside of the
spark plug. Remove and
check the electrode gap.
Adjust the gap to 0,6–0,7
mm (0,02–0,03 inch) or
change the spark plug.
4.Clean the cooling fins on
the flywheel.
5.Clean or replace the
muffler’s spark arrestor
screen (not on mufflers
with a catalytic converter).
6.Clean the carburettor area.
7.Clean the cooling fins on
the cylinder and check that
the air intake in the starter
unit is not blocked.
8.Check that the angle gear
is 3/4 filled with grease.
Fill if necessary using
special grease.
Monthly
maintenance
1.Clean the fuel tank using
petrol.
2.Clean the carburettor and
the area surrounding it.
3.Clean the fan and the area
around it.
1
2
0,6 - 0,7 mm
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
9. Check that the trimmer
head is undamaged and
not cracked. Replace the
trimmer head if
necessary.
10. Check that the locking
nut is tight.
11. Check that the blade‘s
transport guard is intact
and that it can be
secured correctly.
12. Check that all nuts and
screws are tightened.
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10
11
12
4.Check the fuel filter and the
fuel pipe, replace if
necessary.
5.Check all cables and
connections.
6.Check the clutch, clutch
springs and the clutch drum
with regard to wear.
Replace if necessary.
7.Change the spark plug.
4
5
6
7
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TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data
Engine
Cylinder capacity, cm3/cu. inch
Cylinder bore, mm/inch
Stroke length, mm/inch
Idling speed, rpm
Recommended max. speed, rpm
Speed of output axle, rpm
Max. engine output, acc. to ISO 8893
Catalytic converter muffler
Speed-regulated ignition system
Spark arrestor screen
Ignition system
Manufacturer/type of ignition system
Spark plug
Electrode gap, mm/inch
Fuel lubrication system
Manufacturer/type of carburettor
Fuel tank capacity, litres/US pint
Weight
Weight without fuel, cutting tool and guard, kg/lbs
132R
31,8/1,94
38/1,52
28/1,12
3 000
11 000
9 000
0,9kW/ 6 500 rpm
No
No
No
Ikeda Denso
NGK BPMR6Y
0,6–0,7/0,02–0,03
Walbro WYJ
0,8/1,7
6,1/13,4
142R
41,5/2,53
40/1,57
33/1,30
2 600
10 400
8 060
1,3kW/ 6 500 rpm
No
No
No
Ikeda Denso
NGK BPMR6Y
0,6–0,7/0,02–0,03
Walbro WYJ
1,0/2,11
7,7/16,9
Approved accessories 132R
Grass blade
Approved accessories 142R
Grass blade
Type
Grass 255-4
Type
Grass 255-4
Cutting attachment guard Art No.
531 00 78-34
Cutting attachment guard Art No.
531 00 77-01
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