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Page 1: ...E E E En n n ng g g gl l l li i i is s s sh h h h 323EX series Operator s manual Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ...ntinues to rotate even after the engine has stopped When the engine has stopped stop the blade from rotating by letting the blade come in contact with the ground The operator of the machine must ensure while working that no persons or animals come closer than 15 metres Arrows which show limits for handle positioning Always wear approved protective gloves Wear sturdy non slip boots Other symbols de...

Page 3: ...king techniques 17 MAINTENANCE Carburetor 19 Muffler 19 Cooling system 20 Spark plug 20 Air filter 21 Angle gear 21 Lubricating the flexible drive shaft 21 Adjusting the edger s cutting depth 22 Maintenance schedule 23 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data 24 FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS 25 WARNING Long term exposure to noise can result i...

Page 4: ...op 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 w...

Page 5: ...lade guard 5 Shaft 6 Loop handle 7 Throttle control 8 Stop switch 9 Throttle lockout 10 Cylinder cover 11 Starter handle 12 Fuel tank 13 Choke control 14 Air purge 15 Air filter cover 16 Clutch cover 17 Handle adjustment 18 Locking nut 19 Support flange 20 Drive disc 21 Locking knob 22 Socket spanner 23 Operator s manual 24 Locking pin 25 Allen key 26 Spark plug cap and spark plug ...

Page 6: ...f electric shock The operator of the machine must ensure while working that no persons or animals come closer than 15 metres WARNING This machine produces an electromagnetic field during operation This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physici...

Page 7: ...ent 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 lockout is released Press the throttle lockout and make sure it returns to its original position when you release it Check that the throttle control and throttle lockout move f...

Page 8: ...ation and make operation easier The use of incorrect cutting attachments increases the level of vibration See instructions under the heading Cutting equipment The machine s vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibration between the engine unit cutting equipment and the machine s handle unit Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or deformation Check that the vibration d...

Page 9: ...the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark arrestor screen this must be cleaned regularly A blocked screen will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious damage Cutting equipment The cutter is designed and manufactured to withstand the loads that edging of a lawn involves Check the cutting attachment for damage or cracks A damaged cutting attachment should always be replaced WAR...

Page 10: ... it undo the nut in the same direction as the cutting attachment rotates CAUTION The nut has a left hand thread Tighten the nut using the socket spanner 35 50 Nm 3 5 5 kpm The nylon lining inside the locking nut must not be so worn that you can turn it by hand The lining should offer a resistance of at least 1 5 Nm The nut should be replaced after it has been put on approx 10 times WARNING Always ...

Page 11: ...Fit the drive disc A on the outgoing shaft Make sure that the edge that fits in the hole of the blade is facing outward 2 Block the blade rotation by inserting the locking pin in the hole behind the blade guard engaging it in the corresponding hole in the drive disc 3 Fit the blade B on the drive disc 4 Fit the support flange C The support flange must be fitted with its outer edge hard up against ...

Page 12: ...Rev 1 2010 02 02 5 Fit the locking nut D CAUTION The locking nut has a left hand thread Tighten the locking nut to a torque of 35 50 Nm 6 Remove the locking pin CAUTION Do not forget to remove the locking pin before using the machine ...

Page 13: ...easure 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 Gasoline CAUTION Always use a quality gasoline oil mixture with an octane rating of at least 87 octane RON MON 2 If your machine is equipped with a catalytic converter see chapter on Technical data always use a...

Page 14: ...tion in the tank can cause operating problems Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container before filling the tank WARNING The catalytic converter muffler gets very hot during and after use This also applies during idling Be aware of the fire hazard especially when working near flammable substances and or vapours WARNING Taking the following precautions will lessen the risk of fire ...

Page 15: ...ulb need not be completely filled Choke Set the choke control in the choke position 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 WARNING The com...

Page 16: ... fully extended This can damage the machine CAUTION Do not put any part of your body in marked area Contact can result in burns to the skin or electrical shock if the spark plug cap has been damaged Always use gloves Do not use a machine with damaged spark plug cap Stopping The engine is switched off by moving the stop switch to the stop position CAUTION The stop switch automatically returns to th...

Page 17: ...the machine for the purpose it was intended for Basic safety rules 1 Look around you To ensure that people animals or other things cannot affect your control of the machine To ensure that people animals etc do not come into contact with the cutting attachment or loose objects that are thrown out by the cutting attachment CAUTION Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help in the ev...

Page 18: ... damage Be especially careful when pulling the edger towards you during work If any foreign object is hit or if vibrations occur stop the machine immediately Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug Check that the machine is not damaged Repair any damage Safety instructions after completing work Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before cleaning carrying out repairs or an inspection Di...

Page 19: ...i 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 first few hours the machine is in use The carburettor should then be finely adjusted Fine adjustment should be carried out by a skilled technician CAUTION If the cutting attachment rotates w...

Page 20: ...ine is equipped with a cooling system The cooling system consists of 1 Air intake on the starter 2 Fins on the flywheel 3 Cooling fins on the cylinder 4 Cylinder cover directs cold air over the cylinder 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 cylin...

Page 21: ...ter Always use HUSQVARNA filter oil art no 531 00 92 48 The filter oil contains a solvent to make it spread evenly through the filter You should therefore avoid skin contact Put the filter in a plastic bag and pour the filter oil over it Knead the plastic bag to distribute the oil Squeeze the excess oil out of the filter inside the plastic bag and pour off the excess before fitting the filter to t...

Page 22: ...ards If the locking knob is moved forwards away from the machine the cutting depth is increased If the locking knob is moved backwards towards the machine the cutting depth is reduced Set the desired cutting depth Lock the locking knob CAUTION 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 warrant...

Page 23: ...he starter and starter cord X Check that the vibration damping elements are not damaged X Clean the outside of the spark plug Remove it and check the electrode gap Adjust the gap to 0 5 mm 20 or replace the spark plug Check that the spark plug is fitted with a suppressor X Clean the machine s cooling system X Clean or replace the spark arrestor screen on the muffler only applies to mufflers withou...

Page 24: ...speed rpm 8300 Max engine output acc to ISO 8893 kW rpm 0 9 8400 Catalytic converter muffler Yes Speed regulated ignition system Yes Ignition system Spark plug Champion RCJ 6Y Electrode gap inch mm 0 02 0 5 Fuel and lubrication system Fuel tank capacity US pint litre 1 06 0 5 Weight Weight without fuel Lbs kg 11 2 5 1 Sound levels see note 1 Equivalent sound pressure level at the operator s ear me...

Page 25: ...51 or visit www usa husqvarna com 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 a...

Page 26: ...st Garden will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non exempted add on or modified 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 5951 or visit www usa husqvarna com WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE War...

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