Husqvarna FS 6500, FS 3800 User Manual

Operator’s manual:

all operators of this machine have read and understand the content of
this manual before using the product! Careless or improper use of this
machine can cause serious or even fatal injury! Allow only competent
adults to operate this machine!

It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that

FS 3800
FS 6500

CONTACT INFORMATION

Construction Products, North America

Corporate Ofce

17400 West 119th Street, Olathe, Kansas 66061 USA

Corporate Ofce: 913-928-1000
Corp. Ofce Fax: [phone]

www.husqvarnacp.com

For local service, please contact your local Husqvarna Construction Products representative.

Para efectuar un servicio local, póngase en contacto con su representante local de

Husqvarna Construction Products.

Pour toute réparation, contacter le représentant local de Husqvarna Construction Products.

Für Service vor Ort wenden Sie sich bitte an Ihren örtlichen Vertreter von Husqvarna Construction Products.

Neem voor plaatselijke service contact op met uw plaatselijke vertegenwoordiger van de constructieproducten

van Husqvarna.

Per assistenza, rivolgersi al rappresentante di zona della Husqvarna Construction Products.

För service på platsen, kontakta din lokala representant för Husqvarna Construction Products.

Para obter serviço técnico local, contactar o representante da Husqvarna Construction Products

Europa / Europe:

Husqvarna Construction Products

SE-433 81 Partille, Sweden

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Asia Pacic:

Husqvarna Construction Products, Australia Pty Ltd

25-31 Kinkaid Avenue,

North Plympton, Adelaide,

South Australia 5037

Tel:[phone]

Fax:[phone]

The Americas:

Husqvarna Construction Products, North America

17400 West 119th Street, Olathe, Kansas 66061 USA

Toll-Free Telephone: [phone], Telephone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

2

EVERY MACHINE IS THOROUGHLY TESTED BEFORE LEAVING THE FACTORY. EACH
MACHINE IS SUPPLIED WITH A COPY OF THIS MANUAL. OPERATORS OF THIS EQUIPMENT
MUST READ AND BE FAMILIAR WITH THE SAFETY WARNINGS. FAILURE TO OBEY
WARNINGS NAY RESULOT IN INJURY OR DEATH. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS STRICTLY TO
ENSURE LONG SERVICE IN NORMAL OPERATION.

Table of Contents

CONTENTS PAGE NO.

Contact Information _ 2
Symbol Definitions _ 4-5
Decal Locations 6
Safety Warnings – DO’s and DO NOT’s 8

-7

-9
Blade and Engine RPM 10-11
WARNINGS – Hearing and Dust 12
Saw Controls Diagram 13

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Uses 14

2. Assembly 14

3. Check Before Operating 14-15

4. Operating Instructions 15-16

5. Incidents During Operation 16

6. Maintenance

7. Accessories

8. Repairs

16
16
16

9. Spare Parts 16

10. Engine Governor Settings 16-17

Wiring Schematic
Raise & Lower Electric Schematic

18

19
Maintenance Schedule – Saw and Engine ______ 20
Pre-Operation Checklist _____ 21

3

SYMBOL DEFINITIONS DEFINICIÓN DE SIMBOLOS

_______________________________________________________________________

• Please read the instructions for use prior to operating the machine for the first time.

• Antes de la puesta en marcha, lea detenidamente las instrucciones y familiaricese con la máquina.

• Mandatory

• Obligatorio

• Indication

• Indicación

• Prohibition

• Prohibición

• Warning Triangle

• Triángwulo De Advertencia

• Wear Eye Protection

• Usar Gafas De Protección

• Wear Head Protection

• Usar Casco De Protección

• Wear Breathing Protection

• Usar Máscara De Protección

• The Use Of Ear Protection Is Mandatory

• Es Obligatorio El Uso De Protección Auditiva

• Wear Safety Shoes

• Usar Zapatos De Seguridad

• Wear Appropriate Clothing

• Usar Ropa Adecuada

• Motor Off

• Parar El Motor

• Use In Well Ventilated Area

• Usar En Una Área Bien Ventilada

• Do Not Use In Flammable Areas

• No Usar In Áreas Inflamables

• Machinery Hazard, Keep Hands And Feet Clear.

• Máquina Peligrosa - Mantenga Manos Y Pies Alejados De La Máquina

4

• Danger, Poison Exhaust Gas

• Peligro, Gases De Escape Tóxicos

• No Non-working Personnel In Area

• Prohibido Para Personas Ajenas A La Obra

• No Smoking

• No Fumar

• Do Not Operate Without All Guards In Place

• No Operar Sin Todas Las Protecciones In Su Sitio

• Always Keep the Blade Guards In Place

• Mantenga Siempre Las Protecciones De La Hoja En Su Sitio

• Keep Work Area Clean/Well Lit, Remove All Safety Hazards

• Mantenga Limpio El Sitio De Trabajo/Bien Iluminado, Elimine Todos Los Riesgos De Seguridad

• Dangerously High Noise Level

• Nivel De Ruido Elevadamente Peligroso

• Pay Extreme Attention To The Care And Protection Of The Machine Before Starting Up

• Ponga Extrema Atención Al Cuidado Y Preparación De La Máquina Antes De Ponerla En Marcha

• Remove Tools From Area and Machine

• Elimine Las Herramientas Del Área Y De La Máquina

• Oil Required

• Necesita Aceite

• Dipstick, Maintain Proper Oil Level

• Varilla De Control, Mantenga El Nivel De Aceite Correcto

• Lubrication Point

• Punto De Lubrication

• Unleaded Fuel Only

• Solamente Combustible Sin Plomo

• Repairs Are To Be Done By An Authorized Dealer Only

• Las Reparaciones Deben Ser Efectuadas Únicamente Por Un Distribuidor Autorizado

• Diamond Blade

• Sierra Diamantada

• Blade Diameter

• Diámetro De La Hoja

• Muffler Hot. May Cause Burns and / or Ignition Of Material. Avoid Contact.

• Silenciador de tubo de escape caliente. Puede causar quemaduras y/o ignición del material.
Evite los contactos.

5

ETIQUETAS Y SU UBICACIÓN

AUTOCOLLANTS ET LEURS EMPLACEMENTS

DECAL, BLADE GUARD CAUTION

LOCATION: BLADE GUARD

P/N 541 20 06-08

DECALS & LOCATIONS

DECAL, CAUTION, KEEP HANDS CLEAR

LOCATION: SHAFT GUARD, BELT GUARD,

REAR COWL PANEL

P/N 539 30 01-60 (3X)

DECAL, S.M.I. WARNING

LOCATION: BLADE GUARD

P/N 541 20 07-22

DECAL, AIR FILTER SERVICE

LOCATION: AIR CLEANER

P/N 541 20 06-45

THIS MACHINE IS COVERED BY

ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING

PATENTS 301,479

DECAL, PATENT

LOCATION: FRONT OF COWL

P/N 541 20 07-13

DECAL, CHOKE / THROTTLE

LOCATION: THROTTLE BRACKET

P/N 541 20 06-02

DECAL, INSTRUMENT PANEL

LOCATION: INSTRUMENT PANEL

P/N 541 20 13-25

6

DECALS & LOCATIONS

LOWER

CAUTION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS SAW

TRANSMISSION CONTROL

Lever in NEUTROL (N), engage transmission. To move saw,
move Speed Control Lever to the forward or reverse

RAISE

lever in Neutrol (N). With engine running & Speed Control

position.

BLADE CONTROL

Toggle switch in handle activates blade raise and lower.

Start saw with transmission disengaged and speed control

4

B C

1

2

3

D

E

541201671 SHT 1 OF 2

ETIQUETAS Y SU UBICACIÓN

AUTOCOLLANTS ET LEURS EMPLACEMENTS

DECAL, OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

LOCATION: TOP OF COWL

P/N 502 47 33-01

DECAL, HUSQVARNA FS 6500

LOCATION: SIDES OF COWL (2X - FS 6500)

P/N 542 19 07-04

DECAL, HUSQVARNA FS 3800

LOCATION: SIDES OF COWL (2X - FS 3800)

P/N 542 19 07-05

DECAL, COVER PLATE

LOCATION: TOP OF COWL

P/N 541 20 16-71

DECAL, HUSQVARNA, 9.85” LONG

LOCATION: REAR OF COWL

P/N 542 19 07-33

7

BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Read and understand all warnings and instructions before operating the
Machine described in this manual. WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE

UNDERSTOOD AND FOLLOWED! FAILURE TO OBEY WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to make sure persons who use

this machine have read this manual.

SAFETY WARNINGS FOR OPERATION OF THIS MACHINE

DO read this entire operator’s manual before operating this machine. Understand all warnings, instructions, and controls.

keep all guards in place and in good condition.

DO

wear safety-approved hearing, eye, head and respiratory protection.

DO

read and understand all warnings and instructions on the machine.

DO

read and understand the symbol definitions contained in this manual.

DO

keep all parts of your body away from the grinding disks and all other moving parts.

DO

know how to stop the machine quickly in case of emergency.

DO

shut off the engine and allow it to cool before refueling.

DO

inspect the accessory disk, and tool adapters for damage before installing the tools.

DO

use only tools manufactured for use on surface grinders.

DO

verify grinder drive configuration by checking engine / motor RPM, and spindle shaft RPM, pulley diameters.

DO

read all safety materials and instructions that accompany any tool used with this machine.

DO
DO inspect each tool carefully before using it. If there are any signs of damage or unusual wear, DO NOT USE THE

TOOL!

mount the tool solidly and firmly.

DO

make sure the tool and accessory disk are clean and free of dirt and debris before mounting the tool on the saw.

DO

use the correct tool for the type of work being done. Check with tool manufacturer if you do not know if tool is correct.

DO

operate this machine only in well ventilated areas.

DO

instruct bystanders on where to stand while the machine is in operation.

DO

establish a training program for all operators of this machine.

DO

clear the work area of unnecessary people. Never allow anyone to stand in near the machine while the engine is

DO

running.
always tie down the machine when transporting.

DO

use caution and follow instructions when setting up or transporting the machine.

DO

have all service performed by competent service personnel

DO

verify that the tool size is compatible with the machine before mounting the tool.

DO

make sure the fuel caps of the machine and the fuel can are properly tightened before starting the engine. Move fuel

DO

can at least 10 feet from machine after fueling.
clean the machine after each day’s use.

DO

remove adjusting tool and wrenches from machine before turning it on.

DO

keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil and dirt.

DO

carefully maintain and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for changing accessories. Inspect

DO

tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility.
use caution when handling fuel.

DO

always give a copy of this manual to the equipment user. If you need extra copies, call TOLL FREE 1-800-288-5040.

DO

Determine the nature and volatility of any material that will come in contact with the grinding action of the tools used by

DO

this machine.
operate the machine only in areas where the material in contact with the grinding tools is known.

DO

use only non-flammable and proper substances to improve the material removal from the work area.

DO

8