Husqvarna HU675HWT-96175000202, 96175000202 Owner’s Manual
115045727 Rev. 5 12.16.16 BY Printed in U.S.A.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Rules ......................................... 2-3
Assembly ..................................................4
Operation ............................................. 5-7
Maintenance Schedule ............................8
SAFETY RULES
The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects thrown into
the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating your trimmer or per form ing any
adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a
wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
Look for this symbol to point out im por tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.
WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, always
dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire
where it can not contact plug.
CAUTION: Muffler and
other engine parts become
extremely hot during
operation and remain hot
after engine has stopped.
To avoid severe burns
on contact, stay away from these areas.
WARNING: This trimmer is equipped
with an internal com bus tion engine and
should not be used on or near any un im proved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-cov ered land unless the engine’s
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be main tained in effective working
order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through
your nearest Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada (see the REPAIR PARTS
section of this manual).
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual before starting. Be thor ough ly
familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before starting.
Maintenance ....................................... 8-11
Service and Adjustments ................. 11-12
Storage ............................................. 12-13
Troubleshooting .....................................14
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts.
• Keep all parts of your body away from
muffler and spinning line. A hot muffler
can cause serious burns.
• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.
• Stay away from breakable objects, such
as house windows, auto glass, green hous es, etc.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,
wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the spinning lines.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before trimming, particularly small children and pets. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
• Wear appropriate clothing such as a longsleeved shirt or jacket. Also wear long
trousers or slacks. Do not wear shorts.
• Do not wear loose clothing which could
get caught in this equipment.
• Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always
wear work gloves and sturdy footwear.
Leather work shoes or short boots work
well for most people. These will protect
the operator’s ankles and shins from
small sticks, splinters, and other debris,
and improve traction.
• Do not pull machine backwards unless
absolutely necessary. Always look
down and behind before and while
moving backwards.
• Do not operate the machine without
proper guards, plates or other safety
protective devices in place.
• See manufacturer’s instructions for
proper operation and installation of
accessories. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.
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• Never use blades, wire, or flailing devices.
This unit is designed for line trimmer use
only. Use of other ac ces so ries or attachments will increase the risk of injury.
• Stop the rotating trimmer head when
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
Wait for the cutting lines to stop rotating.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever
you leave the equipment and allow it
to cool, before cleaning, repairing or
inspecting the unit. Be sure the trimmer head and all moving parts have
stopped.
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle and walk; never
run.
• If the equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor)
and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when op er at ing machine.
• Vibration levels reported in this manual
are not adjusted for worker exposure to
vibrations. Employers should calculate
the 8-hour equivalent exposure values
(Aw) and limit worker exposure accordingly.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and
fall accidents which can result in severe
injury. All slopes require extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not trim it.
DO:
• Trim across the face of slopes: never up
and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
• Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose
footing or balance.
• Do not trim excessively steep slopes.
• Do not trim on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping.
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Chil dren are often attracted to the ma chine
and the trimming activity. Never assume
that children will remain where you last
saw them.
• Keep children out of the trimming area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and while moving backwards, look
behind and down for small chil dren.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
IV. SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and
vapors are explosive.
- Use only an ap proved con tain er.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
en gine to cool before refueling.
Do not smoke.
- Never refuel the machine in doors.
- Never store the machine or fuel
con tain er inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heat er.
- Move away from fueling site before
starting engine.
• Never run machine inside a closed area.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent ac ci den tal starting.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially trimmer
head and engine bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
cleaning or storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
• Clean and replace safety and in struc tion decals as necessary.
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ASSEMBLY
Read these instructions and this manual
in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new trimmer.
IMPORTANT: This trimmer is shipped
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
Your new trimmer has been as sem bled
at the factory with the exception of those
parts left unassembled for shipping
purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., nec es sary to complete the
as sem bly have been placed in the parts
bag. To ensure safe and proper operation
of your trimmer, all parts and hard ware
you assemble must be tightened securely.
Use the correct tools as necessary to
ensure proper tightness.
Loose Parts Packed Separately
Trimmer Lines
(2) Sets
Upper handle
LIFT UP
Handle
knob
Lower
handle
Bottle of oil
(0.130 dia. x 16.75" long)
(0.155 dia. x 18.75" long)
TO REMOVE TRIMMER FROM
CAR TON
1. Remove loose parts included with trimmer.
2. Cut down two end corners of carton
and lay end panel down flat.
3. Remove all packing materials.
4. Roll trimmer out of carton and check
carton thor ough ly for additional loose
parts.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRIMMER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so
as not to pinch or damage control cables.
1. Loosen handle knobs enough to allow
upper handle to be unfolded from the
shipping position.
2. Raise upper handle section into place
on lower handle and tighten handle
knob.
3. Remove handle padding holding trimmer head control bar to upper handle.
Your trimmer handle can be adjusted for
your trimming comfort. Refer to “ADJUST
HANDLE” in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.
INSTALL STARTER ROPE
1. Loosen T-knob.
2. Place engine brake control in RUN
position.
3. Slowly pull engine starter rope out until
rope will slip into loop of rope guide.
4. Tighten T-knob.
Engine brake
control “RUN”
position
Rope guide
T-Knob
Engine
starter rope
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
TRIMMER. Compare the illustrations with your trimmer to familiarize yourself with the
location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
These symbols may appear on your trimmer or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and
understand their meaning.
Trimmer head
control lever
Engine brake
control
Starter handle
Handle knob
Engine oil cap
w/dipstick
Muffler
Trimmer head control bar
IMPORTANT: This trimmer is
shipped WITH OUT OIL OR
GASOLINE in the engine.
NOTE: Gasoline containing up to 10%
ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in
this machine. The use of any gasoline
exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
Gasoline cap
Air filter
Spark plug
Chassis
cover
Trimmer
head
Trimmer
line
Trimmer head control bar – must be held
down to the handle to engage trimmer head.
Release to stop the trimmer head.
Engine brake control – used for starting
and stopping the engine.
Starter handle – used for start ing the
en gine.
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