Husqvarna 3120K manual

Operator ’ s Manual (EP A) 3120K 101 91 79-95 Read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine.[...]

2 – English WARNING! The power cutter can be dangerous! Careless and incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. SYMBOL EXPLANA TION Symbols on the power cutter: Please read the instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the power cutter. Always wear: • Approved protective helmet •[...]

English – 3 CONTENTS List of Contents Symbol explanation ..................................................... 2 Safety instructions Personal protective equipment ....................................... 4 The power cutter ’ s safety equipment ...................... 4 Control, maintenance and service of the machine ‘ s safety equipment .......[...]

4 – English ! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! ! WARNING! Incorrect or careless use of a power cutter can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand this manual. PERSONAL PROT ECTIVE EQU I PMEN T WARNING! When using a power cutter, protective equipment approved by the app[...]

English – 5 1 Anti-vibration system Check the anti-vibration elements regularly for material cracks and deformation. Check that the anti-vibration elements are securely mounted between the engine unit and the handle system. The muffler is designed to give the lowest possible noise level and to direct the engine ‘ s exhaust fumes away from the u[...]

6 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Blade guard for the cutting blade Never use a defective blade guard or a blade guard that is not fitted correctly. ! ! WARNING! Check that the cutting blade is fitted correctly and does not show signs of damage. A damaged cutting blade can cause personal injury. WARNING! Never use a power cutter with defective sa[...]

English – 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! GENERAL WORKING INSTRUCTIONS This section takes up the basic safety precautions for working with the power cutter. Follow these general working instructions, but never use a machine without the possibility of calling for help in the event of an accident. Basic safety precautions IMPORTANT INFORMATION! Never work [...]

8 – English Cutting technique The technique described below is of a general character. Check information for each blade regarding individual cutting characte- ristics. (For example, a diamond blade requires less feeding pressure than a abrasive blade). 1. Support the work piece in such away that you can predict what will happen and so it will not[...]

English – 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Pull in Pull in occurs when the lower part of the blade is suddenly stopped or when the cut closes. (To avoid this see the section ” How to avoid kickback ” and ” Pinching/rotation ” below). Pinching/rotation Pinching occurs when the cut closes. The power cutter can be drawn suddenly and powerfully downward[...]

10 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CUTTING BLADES Abrasive blades The cutting material in an abrasive blade consists of abrasive corn that is held together by an organic bonding agent. ” Reinforced blades ” are made up of a fabric or fibre base that prevents total breakage at maximum working speed if the blade should be cracked or damaged. (The[...]

English – 11 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Using diamond blades Proceed as follows: • Let the blade rotate in the same direction as the arrow indicates. • Cool continually with water. • Keep the blade sharp. • Remove the blade when transporting the cutter. Avoid: • Running the blade in the wrong direction. • Forcing a dull blade or wedging the [...]

12 – English WHA T IS WHA T? 1. Cylinder cover 2. Muffler 3. Fuel tank 4. Starter throttle catch 5. Choke 6. Throttle trigger lockout 7. Stop switch 8. Cutting head 9. Cutting arm 10. Belt tensioning screw 11. Cutting blade 12. Throttle control 13. Combination spanner 14. Air filter cover 15. Blade guard 16. Starter handle 17. Operator ’ s manu[...]

English – 13 Fitting the cutting head Remove the bolts (1). Remove the cover. Fit the drive belt over the clutch drum. Refit the cover and tighten the bolts. Feed the drive belt over the pulley on the cutting head (2). Slide on the belt cover and secure the cutting head together with the belt guard. Tighten both bolts (4) by hand. Screw in the te[...]

14 – English FUEL HANDLING ! Fuelling WARNING!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. • Open the fuel cap slowly when fuelling so that any over pressure is released slowly. • Tighten the fuel cap carefully after r[...]

English – 15 A Start and stop WARNING! Before starting observe the following: • Do not start the power cutter without the cutting arm or cutting head fitted. Otherwise the clutch can come loose and cause personal injury. • Always move the power cutter from the filling area before starting. • Ensure that you and the machine stand firmly and [...]

16 – English Changing the drive belt • Loosen the two bolts (A). • Turn the tensioning screw(B) until the tension has been released. • Remove the two bolts (A). • Remove the front belt cover (C). • Remove the belt from the pulley. • Dismantle the cutting head. • Remove the nut (D). Remove the side cover. • Replace the drive belt. [...]

English – 17 MAINTENANCE Carburetor 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 autho[...]

18 – English MAINTENANCE Fuel filter • The fuel filter sits inside the fuel tank. • The fuel tank must be protected from contamination when filling. This reduces the risk of operating disturbances caused by blockage of the fuel filter. • The filter cannot be cleaned but must be replaced with a new filter when it blocked. The filter should b[...]

English – 19 Replacing a broken or worn starter cord • Loosen the bolts that hold the starter against the crankcase and lift off the starter unit. • Pull out the cord approx. 30 cm and lift it out of the cut- out in the starter-pulley ’ s periphery. Reset the recoil spring by allowing the pulley to slowly rotate backwards. • Loosen the sc[...]

20 – English Cooling system To maintain as low an operating temperature as possible the power cutter is equipped with a cooling system. The cooling system consists of: 1. An air intake on the starter unit. 2. Air flow guide. 3. Cooling fins on the flywheel. 4. Cooling fins on the cylinder 5. Cylinder cover (leads cold air onto the cylinder). Clea[...]

English – 21 MAINTENANCE Below follows some general maintenance instructions. If you need further information please contact your service workshop. W eekly maintenance 9. Check the back-up paper filter. 10. Check that the handles and the anti-vibration elements are not damaged. 11. Clean the spark plug. Check that the electrode gap is 0.5 mm. 12.[...]

22 – English TECHNICAL DA T A ´*31•¶5}¨ Engine Cylinder volume, cm 3/ cu.in Cylinder bore, mm/inch Stroke, mm/inch Idle speed, rpm Recommended max. speed, unloaded, rpm Power, kW Ignition system Manufacturer Spark plug Electrode gap, mm/inch Fuel and lubrication system Manufacturer Carburettor type Fuel capacity, litre/US Pint Weight Without[...]

English – 23 FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT YOUR W ARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA TIONS The EPA (The US Environmental Protection Agency), CARB (California Air Resources Board) and Husqvarna Forest & Garden are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 1999 and later small off-road/nonroad engin[...]

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