Husqvarna 326HDA55X, HP 4014, HP 4015, HP 4515 User Manual

326HE3
Oper ator’s manual (EPA)
326HD A55
X-series
326HE4
Please r ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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ARNING! Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual.
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
Always wear:
Approved hearing protection
Approved eye protection
Cutting tool. Do not touch the tool without rst switching off the engine.
This machine is not electrically insulated. If the machine touches or comes close to high-voltage power lines it could lead to death or serious bodily injury. Electricity can jump from one point to another by arcing. The higher the voltage, the greater the distance electricity can jump. Electricity can also travel through branches and other objects, especially if they are wet. Always keep a distance of at least 10 m between the machine and high-voltage power lines and/or any objects that are touching them. If have to work within this safe distance you should always contact the relevant power company to make sure the power is switched off before you start work.
This machine can be dangerous! The operator of the machine must ensure, while working, that no persons or animals come closer than 15 metres.
Alw ays wear approved protective gloves.
Regular cleaning is required.
Visual chec k.
Protectiv e goggles or a visor must be worn.
Arrows which show limits for handle positioning.
Alw ays wear approved protective gloves.
ear sturdy, non-slip boots or shoes.
Other symbols/decals on the mac hine refer to special certication requirements for certain markets.
The engine is s witched 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.
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CONTENTS

Contents
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CONTENTS
Contents ...................................................................... 3
Note the following before starting: ................................ 3
INTR ODUCTION
Dear customer! ............................................................ 4
WHA T IS WHAT?
What is what? .............................................................. 5
GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS
Impor tant ...................................................................... 6
Personal protective equipment ..................................... 6
Machine s safety equipment ........................................ 7
ASSEMBL Y
Fitting the hand guard and loop handle ....................... 10
Fitting the handle ......................................................... 10
Fitting the cutting head ................................................ 10
Adjusting the harness .................................................. 10
Fitting the impact guard ............................................... 11
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel saf ety ................................................................... 12
Fuel .............................................................................. 12
Fueling ......................................................................... 13
ARTING AND STOPPING
Chec k before starting ................................................... 14
Starting and stopping ................................................... 14
ORKING TECHNIQUES
Gener al working instructions ....................................... 15
Transport position ........................................................ 17
MAINTENANCE
Carb uretor .................................................................... 18
Mufer .......................................................................... 19
Cooling system ............................................................ 20
Spark plug .................................................................... 20
Air lter ......................................................................... 20
Gear housing ............................................................... 21
Cleaning and lubrication .............................................. 21
Maintenance schedule ................................................. 22
TECHNICAL D ATA
echnical data .............................................................. 23
FEDERAL EMISSION CONTR OL WARRANTY STATEMENT
OUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS ..... 24

Note the f ollowing before starting:

Please read the oper ator’s manual carefully.
Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing protection.
ARNING! Under no circumstances may the
design of the machine be modied without
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the permission of the manufacturer. Always use genuine accessories. Non-authorized modications and/or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others.
Your warranty may not cover damage or liability caused by the use of non-authorized accessories or replacement parts.
ARNING! Incorrect or careless use of a
hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous
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tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual.
This engine label certies that the product is certied 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 emisson requirements. Category C = 50 hours, B = 125 hours, and A = 300 hours.
For customer assistance call: 704-921-7000 or contact us at our website: www.husqvarna.com
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INTR ODUCTION

Dear customer!

Cong ratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Huskvarna River, for production of muskets. The location was logical, since water power was harnessed from the Huskvarna River to create the water-powered plant. During over 300 years of continuous operation, the Husqvarna factory has produced a lot of different products, from wood stoves to modern kitchen appliances, sewing machines, bicycles, motorcycles etc. In 1956, the rst 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 satised 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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WHA T IS WHA T?
326HDA55
What is what?
Cutter
2 Grease nipple and plug for lling lubricant.
3 Bevel gear
4 Blade guard (326HDA55)
5 Shaft
6 Front handle (326HDA55/326HE3)
7 Front handle (326HE4)
8 Throttle control
9 Stop switch
10 Throttle lock
11 Harness support hook (326HE4)
12 Cylinder cover
13 Starter handle
14 Fuel tank
15 Choke control
16 Air purge
17 Air lter cover
18 Clutch cover
19 Hand guard mounting screw (326HDA55/326HE3)
20 Angle adjustment handle (326HE3, 326HE4)
21 Angle adjustment knob
22 Hand guard (326HDA55/326HE3)
23 Combination spanner
24 Operator’s manual (EPA)
25 Transport guard
26 Allen key
27 Harness (326HE4)
28 Impact guard (326HE4)
29 Spark plug cap and spark plug
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS

Impor tant

IMPORTANT!
The machine is only designed for cutting branches and twigs.
Never use a machine that has been modied in any way from its original specication.
Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination.
Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading Personal protective equipment.
Never use the machine in extreme weather conditions such as severe cold, very hot and/or humid climates.
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 qualied specialists. See instructions under the heading Maintenance.
All covers and guards must be tted before starting. Ensure that the spark plug cap and ignition lead are undamaged to avoid the risk of electric shock.
ARNING! Running an engine in a conned
or badly ventilated area can result in death
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due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning.
ARNING! Listen out for warning signals or
shouts when you are wearing hearing
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protection. Always remove your hearing protection as soon as the engine stops.
HEARING PR OTECTION
Wear hearing protection that provides adequate noise reduction.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear approved eye protection. If you use a visor then you must also wear approved protective goggles. Approved protective goggles must comply with standard ANSI Z87.1 in the USA or EN 166 in EU countries.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when tting cutting attachments.
ARNING! 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.
ARNING! Faulty blades can increase the
risk of accidents.
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Personal protective equipment

IMPOR TANT!
Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual.
You must use approved personal protective equipment whenever you use the machine. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.
BOOTS
Wear sturdy, non-slip boots or shoes.
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 rst aid kit nearby.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS
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This section descr ibes the machine s safety equipment, its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the ”What is what?” section to locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine.
The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk of accidents can increase if machine maintenance is not carried out correctly and if service and/or repairs are not carried out professionally. If you need further information please contact your nearest servicing dealer.
IMPORTANT!
All servicing and repair work on the machine requires special training. This is especially true of the machine safety equipment. If your machine fails any of the checks described below you must contact your service agent. When you buy any of our products we guarantee the availability of professional repairs and service. If the retailer who sells your machine is not a servicing dealer, ask him for the address of your nearest service agent.
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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 hedge trimmer and apply full throttle. Release the throttle trigger and check that the blades stop and remain stationary. If the blades move when the throttle trigger is in the idle position then the carburettor idle setting must be adjusted. See instructions under the heading Maintenance.

Thr ottle lock

The throttle loc k 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 s witch

Use the stop s witch to switch off the engine.
Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you move the stop switch to the stop setting.

Hand guar d

(326HDA55/326HE3)
The hand guard prevents hands from coming into contact with the moving blades, for example, if the operator loses grip on the front handle.
Check that the hand guard is tted correctly.
Check that the hand guard is undamaged.
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Vibration damping system

Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation easier.
The machines vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and the machines handle unit.
Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or deformation. Check that the vibration damping element is undamaged and securely attached.
In countries that have a warm and dry climate there is a signicant risk of re. We therefore fit certain mufflers with a spark arrestor mesh. Check whether the mufer on your machine is tted with this kind of mesh.
For mufers it is very important that you follow the instructions on checking, maintaining and servicing your machine.
Never use a machine that has a faulty mufer.
Regularly check that the mufer is securely attached to the machine.
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 ngers, hands or wrists. The risk increases at low temperatures.
Mufer
The mufer is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user.
A mufer tted with a catalytic converter is also designed to reduce harmful exhaust gases.
If the mufer on your machine is tted 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! Mufers tted 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 re!
WARNING! The inside of the mufer contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid
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contact with these elements in the event of a damaged mufer.
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WARNING! Bear in mind that:
The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot
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and may contain sparks which can start a re. Never start the machine indoors or near combustible material!
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Blades

To ensure good cutting results it is important that the contact pressure between the blades is correct. The contact pressure is adjusted by turning the screws on the underside of the bar clockwise as far as they will go. Then turn the screws anticlockwise a 1/4 turn. Lock the screws using the locking nut on the top of the bar. Check that the screws are loose enough to allow the washers under the screw heads to slide sideways.
When the blades are correctly adjusted the play between the blades should be 0,2–0,4 mm, measured at the screws.
The edges of the blades are too hard to be led. Dull blades should be sharpened using a grinder.
Replace the blades if they are bent or damaged.

Blade guard

(326HDA55)
The blade guard (A) is intended to protect against any part of the body coming into contact with the blades (B).
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Check that the blade guard is not damaged or distorted. Replace the blade guard if it is bent or damaged.

Gear housing

The gear housing gets hot when the machine has been in use. To avoid burning yourself do not touch the gear housing.
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