Operator???s manual (EPA)

356BTX-SERIES 356BFX-SERIES

Please read the operator???s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.

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INTRODUCTION

Dear customer!

Congratulations 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 satis???ed 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, contact us at our website: www.usa.husqvarna.com

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KEY TO SYMBOLS

Symbols

WARNING! The machine can be a dangerous tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, which can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others.

Please read the operator???s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.

Always wear:

???Hearing protection

???Approved eye protection

Gloves should be worn when necessary.

The blower can forcibly throw objects that can bounce back. This can result in serious eye injuries if the recommended safety equipment is not used.

The blower operator must make

sure that no bystanders or animals come nearer than 15 metres. Whenever several operators are

working in the same work area, they should maintain a safe distance of at least 15 metres from one another.

A breathing mask should be used when there is a risk of dust.

Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certi???cation requirements for certain markets.

Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying out any checks or maintenance.

Always wear protective gloves.

Regular cleaning is required.

Visual check.

Protective goggles or a visor must be worn.

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CONTENTS

Note the following before starting:

Please read the operator???s manual carefully.

Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing protection.

WARNING! Under no circumstances may the

!design of the machine be modi???ed without the permission of the manufacturer. Always use genuine accessories. Non-authorized modi???cations 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.

WARNING! A blower is a dangerous tool if

!used carelessly or incorrectly and can cause serious, even fatal injuries. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this Operator???s manual.

This engine label certi???es that the product is certi???ed in accordance with American exhaust emissions requirements EPA Ph II and Californian exhaust and evaporative emissions requirements CARB Tier III. The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the emissions compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has shown to meet Federal and Californian emission requirements.

Category C = 50 hours, B = 125 hours, and A = 300 hours.

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.

The machine is only designed for blowing lawns, pathways, asphalt roads and the like.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Personal protective equipment

WARNING! 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. Please read the operator???s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.

WARNING! Listen out for warning signals or

!shouts when you are wearing hearing protection. Always remove your hearing protection as soon as the engine stops.

???Gloves should be worn when necessary.

???Wear hearing protection that provides adequate noise reduction.

???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. Blows from branches or objects that are thrown can damage the eyes.

???Wear sturdy, non-slip boots.

???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.

???A breathing mask should be used when there is a risk of dust.

???Always have a ???rst aid kit nearby.

Machine???s safety equipment

This section describes 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.

WARNING! Never use a machine that has

!faulty safety equipment! Carry out the inspection, maintenance and service routines listed in this section.

Stop switch

Use the stop switch to switch off the engine.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Vibration damping system

Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation easier.

WARNING! Overexposure to vibration can

!lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage 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.

Muf???er

The muf???er is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user.

In countries that have a warm and dry climate there is a signi???cant risk of ???re. Consequently, we have equipped the muf???er with a spark arrestor screen mounted inside the muf???er.

For muf???ers it is very important that you follow the instructions on checking, maintaining and servicing your machine. See instructions under the heading Checking, maintaining and servicing the machine???s safety equipment.

WARNING!

!Bear in mind that: Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning. For this reason you should not start or run the machine indoors, or anywhere that is poorly ventilated.

The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks which can start a ???re. Never start the machine indoors or near combustible material!

WARNING! The inside of the muf???er contain

!chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these elements in the event of a damaged muf???er.

Checking, maintaining and servicing the machine???s safety equipment

WARNING! All servicing and repair work on

!the machine requires special training.This is especially true of the machine???s 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.

Stop switch

???Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you move the stop switch to the stop setting.

Vibration damping system

???Check the vibration damping units regularly for cracks or deformation. Replace them if damaged.

???Check that the vibration damping element is undamaged and securely attached.

Muf???er

???Never use a machine that has a faulty muf???er.

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???Regularly check that the muf???er is securely attached to the machine.

???The muf???er on your machine is equipped with a spark arrestor screen; this must be cleaned regularly. See the heading Muf???er in the Maintenance chapter. A blocked screen will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious damage.

??? Never use a muf???er with a defective spark arrestor screen.

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.

General safety precautions

General

???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 a machine that has been modi???ed in any way from its original speci???cation.

???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 quali???ed 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.

???The blower operator must make sure that no bystanders or animals come nearer than 15 metres. Whenever several operators are working in the same work area, they should maintain a safe distance of at least 15 metres from one another.

Starting

???Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be dangerous if inhaled.

???Observe the surroundings and ensure that no people or animals can come into contact with the blower.

???Place the machine on the ground, press the machine body against the ground with your left hand (NOTE! Not your foot). Now grasp the starter handle with your right hand and then pull quickly and ???rmly.

Fuel safety

???Always use a fuel container with an anti-spill valve.

???Never refuel the machine while the engine is running. Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling.

???Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refuelling or mixing fuel (gasoline and 2-stroke oil).

???Avoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is a skin irritant and may even cause skin changes.

???Move the machine at least 10 ft (3 m) from the refuelling point before starting it.

???Never start the machine:

-If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate.

-If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes, change your clothes. Wash any part of your body that has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water.

-If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Transport and storage

???Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there is no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact with sparks or naked ???ames, for example, from electrical machinery, electric motors, electrical relays/switches or boilers.

???When storing and transporting fuel always use approved containers intended for this purpose.

???When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank must be emptied. Contact your local gas station to ???nd out where to dispose of excess fuel.

???Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete service is carried out before long-term storage.

WARNING! Take care when handling fuel.

!Bear in mind the risk of ???re, explosion and inhaling fumes.

Adjusting the harness

WARNING! The harness must always be

!worn when working with the machine. Failure to do so means you will be unable to manoeuvre safely and this can result in injury to yourself or others.

A correctly adjusted harness and machine signi???cantly facilitates the work. Adjust the harness to give the best working position.

Tighten the side straps so that the pressure is evenly distributed across the shoulders.

Place the hip strap over the hip and not too far down on the stomach. Tighten the hip strap so that you feel the weight of the blower resting on your hip.

General working instructions

IMPORTANT! This section considers basic safety rules when working with blowers. 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.

Show consideration to persons in your surroundings by avoiding using the machine at unsuitable times, such as late in the evening or early in the morning. Read through and follow the simple directions so that you disturb your surroundings as little as possible.

???Use the blower with the lowest possible throttle. It is seldom necessary to use full throttle, and many work procedures can be done at half throttle. A lower throttle means less noise and less dust, and it is also easier to keep control over the rubbish collected together/moved.

???Use a rake or a brush to release rubbish stuck to the ground.

???Hold the opening of the blower as close to the ground as possible.

???Observe your surroundings. Direct the blower away from people, animals, play areas, and cars etc.

???Clean up afterwards. Make sure that you have not blown rubbish into someone???s garden.

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Basic safety rules

???No unauthorised persons or animals may be present in the working area, which is 15 metres.

???The powerful currents of air can move objects at such a speed that they can bounce back and cause serious eye injuries.

???Do not direct the air jet towards people or animals.

???Stop the engine before assembling or dismantling accessories or other parts.

???Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and can lead to dangerous conditions, e.g. slippery surfaces.

???Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc.) in case you have to move suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping ground.

???Never put the machine down with the engine running unless you have it in clear sight.

???Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning. For this reason you should not start or run the machine indoors, or anywhere that is poorly ventilated.

???The blower must not be used while on a ladder or scaffolding.

???CAUTION! Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help in the event of an accident.

Basic working techniques

WARNING! Watch out for thrown objects.

!Always wear eye protection. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be thrown up into the eyes causing blindness or serious injury. Keep unauthorised persons at a distance. Children, animals, onlookers and helpers should be kept outside the safety zone of 15 m. Stop the machine immediately if anyone approaches.

WARNING! Always stop the engine before

!cleaning.

???The speed of the air jet is regulated by means of the throttle. Select the speed best suited for respective tasks.

(356 BTX-SERIES) You can set the throttle position using the ???stop switch??? and by doing so not need to hold your ???nger on the throttle all the time you are using the blower. Full throttle is obtained when the control is held back fully.

???Check that the air intake is not blocked, for example, by leaves or rubbish. A clogged air intake reduces the machine???s blowing capacity and increases the engine???s working temperature, which can result in engine failure. Stop the engine and remove the object.

???Be aware of the wind direction. Work with the wind to make your work easier.

???Using the blower to move large piles is time consuming and creates unnecessary noise.

???When work is ???nished the machine should be stored vertically.

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WHAT IS WHAT?

What is what on the blower?

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ASSEMBLY

Assembling the blow pipe and control handle

???Loosen the two screws on the fan???s outlet pipe and remove the two wear ring halves located on the outlet pipe.

???Place these on the pipe bend so that the guide on the wear ring halves aligns with the slot on the pipe bend.

???Re???t the pipe bend with the wear halves in the fan???s outlet pipe. Make sure the holes in the wear ring halves align with the screws that are used to secure the halves in the pipe bend.

??? Also pay attention to the stops located on the pipe bend and the fan???s outlet pipe. Ensure that the stop on the pipe bend comes in front of the stop on the outlet pipe.

???Re???t the bolts and tighten well. Check that the control pipe is in the right position and can rotate equally in both directions.

???Disassemble the knob from the control handle and push the holder on to the control pipe.

??? Assemble the knob and adjust position and angle to achieve comfortable working position, tighten the knob. Attach the cabling in the cover.

Connect the intermediate pipe and air nozzle. Push the pipes together and turn them so they lock in relation to one another.

Accessories

Handlebar

Disassemble the intermediate pipe. Disassemble the knob from the holder and puch the holder on to the holder pipe. Assemble the knob and tighten.

Assemble the intermediate pipe.

Flat nozzle

???If higher air speed is required, the round blow pipe is replaced by the ???at nozzle.

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FUEL HANDLING

Fuel

CAUTION! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine and must always been run using a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine oil. It is important to accurately measure the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct mixture is obtained. When mixing small amounts of fuel, even small inaccuracies can drastically affect the ratio of the mixture.

WARNING! Always ensure there is adequate

!ventilation when handling fuel.

Gasoline

CAUTION! Always use high grade oil mixed gasoline (minimum 87 RON).

???This engine is certi???ed to operate on unleaded gasoline.

???The lowest recommended octane rating is 87. If you run the engine on lower octane rating than 87 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.

Two-stroke oil

???For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two- stroke oil, which is specially formulated for our two-stroke engines. Mixture 1:50 (2%).

???If HUSQVARNA two-stroke oil is not available, you may use another two-stroke oil of good quality that is intended for air cooled engines. Contact your dealer when selecting an oil.

???Never use two-stroke oil intended for water-cooled outboard engines, sometimes referred to as outboard oil.

???Never use oil intended for four-stroke engines.

Mixing

???Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean container intended for fuel.

???Always start by ???lling half the amount of the gasoline to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of gasoline.

???Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before ???lling the machine???s fuel tank.

???Do not mix more than one month???s supply of fuel at a time.

???If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned.

???This engine is certi???ed to operate on unleaded gasoline.

Fueling

WARNING! Taking the following precautions,

!will lessen the risk of ???re:

Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel.

Always shut off the engine before refuelling.

Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling.

When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess pressure is released gently.

Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.

Always move the machine away from the refuelling area before starting.

???Move the machine at least 10 ft (3 m) from the refuelling point before starting it.

???Clean the area around the fuel cap. Contamination in the tank can cause operating problems.

???Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container before ???lling the tank.

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STARTING AND STOPPING

Starting and stopping

WARNING! Always move the machine away

!from the refuelling area before starting. Place the machine on a ???at surface.

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.

The machine may only be started in its complete design. If the machine is started without all the guards ???tted there is a risk of personal injuries.

Cold engine

Ignition: Set the stop switch to the start position.

Start position is achieved by moving the stop switch slightly backwards (356BT) or downwards (356BF) until the stop switch clicks into start position.

It is not allowed to set the stop switch in full throttle position.

Choke: Set the choke control in the choke position.

Primer bulb: Press the air purge repeatedly until fuel begins to ???ll the bulb. The bulb need not be completely ???lled.

Warm engine

Use the same starting procedure as for a cold engine but without setting the choke control in the choke position.

Starting

Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your left hand (CAUTION! Not with 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.

Never wrap the starter cord around your hand

Repeat pulling the cord until the engine starts. When the engine starts, return choke control to run position.

CAUTION! Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended. This can damage the machine.

Stopping

The engine is stopped by moving the stop switch to the stop position.

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MAINTENANCE

Carburetor

Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to speci???cations that reduce harmful emissions. After the engine has used 8-10 tanks of fuel the engine will be run-in.To ensure that it continues to run at peak performance and to minimise harmful exhaust emissions after the running-in period, ask your dealer/service workshop (who will have a rev counter at their disposal) to adjust your carburettor.

Function

The carburetor governs the engine???s speed via the throttle control. Air and fuel are mixed in the carburetor. The air/fuel mixture is adjustable. Correct adjustment is essential to get the best performance from the machine.

The setting of the carburetor means that the engine is adapted to local conditions, for example, the climate, altitude, fuel and the type of 2-stroke oil.

The carburetor has three adjustment controls:

???L = Low speed jet

???H = High speed jet

???T = Idle adjustment screw

L T

H

The L and H-jets are used to adjust the supply of fuel to match the rate that air is admitted, which is controlled with the throttle. If they are screwed clockwise the air/fuel ratio becomes leaner (less fuel) and if they are turned anti- clockwise the ratio becomes richer (more fuel). A lean mixture gives a higher engine speed and a rich mixture gives a lower engine speed.

The T-screw regulates the throttle setting at idle speed. If the T-screw is turned clockwise this gives a higher idle speed; turning it anti-clockwise gives a lower idle speed.

Basic setting

The basic carburetor settings are adjusted during testing at the factory. The basic setting is richer than the optimal setting and should be maintained for the ???rst few hours the machine is in use. The carburettor should then be ???nely adjusted. Fine adjustment should be carried out by a skilled technician.

Fine adjustment

When the machine has been ???run-in??? the carburetor should be ???nely adjusted. The ???ne adjustment should be carried out by a quali???ed person. First adjust the L-jet, then the idling screw T and then the H-jet.

Conditions

???Before any adjustments are made, make sure that the air ???lter is clean and the air ???lter cover is ???tted. If you adjust the carburettor when the air ???lter is dirty it will result in a leaner mixture when the ???lter is ???nally cleaned. This can lead to serious engine damage.

???Carefully turn both jets, L and H, so that they are midway between fully screwed in and fully screwed out.

???Do not attempt to adjust the L and H jets beyond either stop as this could cause damage.

???Now start the machine according to the starting instructions and let it warm up for 10 minutes.

Low speed jet L

If the engine run unstable on idle, adjest the L jet clockwise respectively anticlockwise until the engine runs smoothly.

Fine adjustment of the idle speed T

Adjust the idle speed screew T clockwise respectively anti- clockwise until an idle speed of 2300 rpm is reached.

High speed jet H

Apply full throttle. Adjust the H jet clockwise respectively anti- clockwise until a racing speed of 5800-6000 rpm is reached and the engine runs smoothly.

Correctly adjusted carburetor

When the carburetor is correctly adjusted the machine will accelerate without hesitation and burble a little at maximum speed. If the low speed jet L is set too lean it may cause starting dif???culties and poor acceleration.

If the high speed jet H is set too lean it will result in less power, less performance, poor acceleration and/or damage to the engine.

If both the L and H jets are set too rich it will results in acceleration problems or too low a working speed.

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Muf???er

The muf???er is designed to reduce the noise level and to direct the exhaust gases away from the operator. The exhaust gases are hot and can contain sparks, which may cause ???re if directed against dry and combustible material.

The muf???er is equipped with a special spark arrestor screen. The spark arrestor screen should be cleaned once a month. This is best done with a wire brush.

To remove the spark arrestor screen proceed as follows:

Remove the screws to the capillary tube and exhaust pipe.

Loosen the muf???er???s 2 screws and remove the muf???er.

Pull out the spark arrestor screen and clean using a wire brush. Replace the spark arrestor screen if it is defective.

CAUTION! Never use a machine with a defective muf???er.

WARNING! The muf???er gets very hot during

!use and 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!

Cooling system

To keep the working temperature as low as possible the machine is equipped with a cooling system.

The cooling system consists of:

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2

3 5

1Air intake on the underside of the blower.

2Nozzle for cooling the cylinder

3Cooling ???ns on the cylinder.

4Cooling air conductor (directs cold air over the cylinder).

5Emergency cooling nozzle

Clean the cooling system with a brush once a week, more often in demanding conditions. A dirty or blocked cooling system results in the machine overheating which causes damage to the piston and cylinder. Check that the nozzles are not blocked.

Spark plug

The spark plug condition is in???uenced by:

???Incorrect carburetor adjustment.

???An incorrect fuel mixture (too much or incorrect type of oil).

???A dirty air ???lter.

These factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes, which may result in operating problems and starting dif???culties.

If the machine is low on power, dif???cult to start or runs poorly at idle speed: always check the spark plug ???rst before taking any further action. If the spark plug is dirty, clean it and check that the electrode gap is 0.020 inch (0.5 mm). The spark plug should be replaced after about a month in operation or earlier if necessary.

CAUTION! Always use the recommended spark plug type! Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder.

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Air ???lter

The air ???lter must be regularly cleaned to remove dust and dirt in order to avoid:

???Carburettor malfunctions

???Starting problems

???Loss of engine power

???Unnecessary wear to engine parts

???Excessive fuel consumption.

Clean the ???lter every 40 hours, or more regularly if conditions are exceptionally dusty.

Avoid contact with hot surfaces on muf???er, cylinder etc. Contact can result in burns to the skin.

Cleaning the air ???lter

Dismantle the outer cover with the help of the four fasteners holding the outer cover.

Loosen the two fasteners holding the air ???lter cowling and remove the ???lter. Wash the ???lter clean in warm, soapy water.

The air ???lter is ???tted in the air ???lter cowling.

Ensure that the ???lter is soaked in oil before re???tting it.

An air ???lter that has been in use for a long time cannot be cleaned completely.The ???lter must therefore be replaced with a new one at regular intervals. A damaged air ???lter must always be replaced.

Oiling the air ???lter

Always use HUSQVARNA ???lter oil, art. no. 531 00 60-76. The ???lter oil contains a solvent to make it spread evenly through the ???lter. You should therefore avoid skin contact.

Put the ???lter in a plastic bag and pour the ???lter oil over it. Knead the plastic bag to distribute the oil. Squeeze the excess oil out of the ???lter inside the plastic bag and pour off the excess before ???tting the ???lter to the machine. Never use common engine oil. This would drain through the ???lter quite quickly and collect in the bottom.

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Maintenance schedule

Below you will ???nd some general maintenance instructions. If you need further information please contact your service workshop.

Daily maintenance

1Clean the outside of the machine.

2Check that the throttle control functions safely.

3Check that the stop switch works correctly.

4Check that nuts and screws are tight.

5Check that there are no fuel leaks.

Weekly maintenance

1Clean the air ???lter. Replace if necessary.

2Clean the outside of the spark plug. Remove and check the electrode gap. Adjust the gap to 0.5 mm or change the spark plug.

3Clean the cooling system.

Monthly maintenance

1Check fuel hose for cracks or other damage. Change if necessary.

2Check all cables and connections.

3Replace the spark plug. Check that the spark plug is ???tted with a suppressor.

4Check and clean the spark arrestor screen on the muf???er.

5Check that the vibration damping elements are not damaged.

6Clean the fuel tank.

IMPORTANT!

Use only HUSQVARNA replacement parts. Use of other brands of replacement parts can cause damage to your unit or injury to the operator or others. Your warranty does not cover damage or liability caused by the use of accessories and/or attachments not speci???cally recommended by

HUSQVARNA.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Technical data

Note 1: Equivalent noise pressure level is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for noise pressure levels under various

working conditions with the following time distribution: 1/2 idle and 1/2 max. speed.

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FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND

OBLIGATIONS

The EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency), CARB (California Air Resources Board), Environment Canada and Husqvarna Forest & Garden are pleased to explain the emissions control system???s warranty on your 2007 and later small off-road engine. In U.S. and Canada, new equipment that use small off-road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the applicable Federal or Californian stringent anti-smog standards. Husqvarna Forest & Garden must warrant the emissions control system on your small off- road engine for the period listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your equipment. Your emissions control system may include parts such as the carburetor, ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tank, ???lters and other associated components. Also, included may be hoses, belts, connectors, sensors, and other emission-related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, Husqvarna Forest & Garden will repair your small off- road engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER???S WARRANTY

COVERAGE

The emissions control system is warranted for two years. If any emissions-related part on your equipment is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Husqvarna Forest & Garden.

OWNER???S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

???As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your operator???s manual. Husqvarna Forest & Garden recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine, but Husqvarna Forest & Garden cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.

???As the small off-road engine owner, you should however be aware that the Husqvarna Forest & Garden may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modi???cations.

???You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to a Husqvarna Forest & Garden distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact Husqvarna Forest & Garden at 1-800-487-5963.

WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE

The warranty period begins on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser.

LENGTH OF COVERAGE

Husqvarna Forest & Garden warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent owner that the engine or equipment is designed, built, and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations adopted by EPA and CARB, and is free from defects in materials and workmanship that causes the failure of a warranted part for a period of two years.

WHAT IS COVERED

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty must be performed at no charge to the owner at a warranty station. Warranty services or repairs will be provided at all Husqvarna Forest & Garden distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines. Throughout the emissions warranty period of two years, Husqvarna Forest & Garden must maintain a supply of warranted parts suf???cient to meet the expected demand for such parts.

WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required in the maintenance schedule, is warranted for the period of time prior to the ???rst scheduled replacement point for that part. If the part fails prior to the ???rst scheduled replacement, the part will be repaired or replaced by Husqvarna Forest & Garden at no cost. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty is warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the ???rst scheduled replacement point for the part. Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required in the maintenance schedule, is warranted for two years. If any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage, it will be repaired and replaced by Husqvarna Forest & Garden at no cost. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty is warranted for the remaining warranty period. Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the maintenance schedule will be warranted for a period of two years. A statement in such written instructions to the effect of ???repair or replace as necessary??? will not reduce the period of warranty coverage. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.

DIAGNOSIS The owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Husqvarna Forest & Garden is liable for damages to other engine components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part.

EMISSION WARRANTY PARTS LIST

1Carburetor and internal parts

2Intake pipe, air???lter holder and carburetor bolts.

3Air???lter and fuel???lter covered up to maintenance schedule.

4Spark Plug, covered up to maintenance schedule

5Ignition Module

6Muf???er with catalytic converter

7Fuel tank

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FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

All failures caused by abuse, neglect or improper maintenance are not covered.

ADD -ON OR MODIFIED PARTS

Add-on or modi???ed parts that are not exempted by CARB or EPA may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modi???ed parts will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. Husqvarna Forest & Garden will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non- exempted add-on or modi???ed part.

HOW TO FILE A CLAIM

If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized servicing dealer or call Husqvarna Forest & Garden at 1-800- 487-5963.

WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE

Warranty services or repairs are provided through all

Husqvarna Forest & Garden authorized servicing dealers.

MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND

REPAIR OF EMISSION-RELATED PARTS

Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner. Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of the manufacturer.

MAINTENANCE STATEMENT

The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance, as de???ned in the operator???s manual.

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