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CONTENTS

 

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ator’s manual carefully.

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control 
devices and system may be performed by any nonroad 
engine repair establishment or individual.

This label certifies that the product has been certified in 
accordance with American exhaust requirements EPA 2.

This engine label certifies that the product is certified 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. 

 

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INTR

 

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Dear customer! 

 

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WHA

 

T IS WHAT?

 

What is what? 

 

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECA

 

UTIONS

 

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Personal protective equipment .....................................

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Machine

 

 

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Cutting equipment ........................................................

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Fitting the loop handle 

 

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Assembling and dismantling the two-piece shaft 
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Assembling the cutting equipment  ...............................

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FUEL HANDLING

 

Fuel handling 

 

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Fuel ..............................................................................

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ARTING AND STOPPING

 

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k before starting ...................................................

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Starting and stopping ...................................................

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ORKING TECHNIQUES

 

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al working instructions  .......................................

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MAINTENANCE

 

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uretor ....................................................................

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Muffler ..........................................................................

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Cooling system  ............................................................

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Spark plug ....................................................................

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Two-piece shaft   ...........................................................

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Air filter .........................................................................

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Maintenance schedule  .................................................

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TECHNICAL D

 

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FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS 

 

CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

 

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OUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS  .....

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ARNING! Long-term exposure to noise can 

result in permanent hearing impairment. So 
always use approved hearing protection.

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ARNING! Under no circumstances may the 

design of the machine be modified without 
the permission of the manufacturer. Always 
use genuine accessories. Non-authorized 
modifications 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.

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ARNING! A clearing saw, brushcutter or 

trimmer can be dangerous if used 
incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause 
serious or fatal injury to the operator or 
others. It is extremely important that you 
read and understand the contents of this 
operator’s manual.

Summary of Contents for 324LX Series

Page 1: ...En n n ng g g gl l l li i i is s s sh h h h 324LX series 324LDX series Operator s manual EPA Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ...orking that no persons or animals come closer than 15 metres Machines fitted with saw blades or grass blades can be thrown violently to the side when the blade comes into contact with a fixed object This is called blade thrust The blade is capable of amputating an arm or leg Always keep people and animals at least 15 metres from the machine Arrows which show limits for handle positioning Always we...

Page 3: ...ng the loop handle 10 Assembling and dismantling the two piece shaft 324LDx 10 Assembling the cutting equipment 10 FUEL HANDLING Fuel handling 12 Fuel 12 STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting 14 Starting and stopping 14 WORKING TECHNIQUES General working instructions 16 MAINTENANCE Carburetor 18 Muffler 18 Cooling system 19 Spark plug 19 Two piece shaft 19 Air filter 19 Maintenance schedule ...

Page 4: ... 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 satisfi...

Page 5: ...tting attachment guard 5 Shaft 6 Loop handle 7 Stop switch 8 Throttle control 9 Throttle lockout 10 Cylinder cover 11 Starter handle 12 Air purge 13 Fuel tank 14 Choke control 15 Air filter cover 16 Handle adjustment 17 Drive disc 18 Allen key 19 Locking pin 20 Shaft coupling 324LDx 21 Operator s manual ...

Page 6: ...ce measures must be carried out by trained and qualified specialists See instructions under the heading Maintenance All covers guards and handles must be fitted before starting Ensure that the spark plug cap and ignition lead are undamaged to avoid the risk of electric shock The machine operator must ensure that no people or animals come closer than 15 metres while working When several operators a...

Page 7: ...k that the cutting attachment stops and remains at a standstill If the cutting attachment rotates with the throttle in the idle position then the carburettor idle setting must be checked See instructions under the heading Maintenance Stop switch Use the stop switch to switch off the engine Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you move the stop switch to the stop setting Cutting att...

Page 8: ...uctions on checking maintaining and servicing your machine Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine If 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 WARNING Overexposure to vibration can lead ...

Page 9: ...icular engine size This is especially important when a fully automatic trimmer head is used Only use the recommended cutting attachment See the chapter on Technical data Smaller machines generally require small trimmer heads and vice versa This is because when clearing using a cord the engine must throw out the cord radially from the trimmer head and overcome the resistance of the grass being clea...

Page 10: ...nt snaps into place Before using the unit tighten the knob securely Dismantling Loosen the coupling by turning the knob at least 3 times Push and hold the button C While securely holding the engine end pull the attachment straight out of the coupling Assembling the cutting equipment A B WARNING When fitting the cutting attachment it is extremely important that the raised section on the drive disc ...

Page 11: ... centre hole Fit the nut G The nut must be tightened to a torque of 35 50 Nm 3 5 5 kpm Use the socket spanner in the tool kit Hold the shaft of the spanner as close to the blade guard as possible To tighten the nut turn the spanner in the opposite direction to the direction of rotation Caution left hand thread Fit the bottom half of the trimmer head K to the cover I by pressing them together with ...

Page 12: ...to a high engine temperature and increased bearing load which can result in serious engine damage When working at continuous high revs a higher octane rating is recommended If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned Engine oil Check the oil level before starting the machine A too low oil level can cause serious damage to the engine When the machine is new ...

Page 13: ...ition before starting WARNING Taking the following precautions will lessen the risk of fire 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 m...

Page 14: ...covers must be correctly fitted and undamaged before you start the machine Starting and stopping Cold engine Ignition Set the stop switch to the start position Choke Set the choke control in the choke position Primer bulb Press the air purge repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the bulb The bulb need not be completely filled WARNING The complete clutch cover and shaft must be fitted before the mac...

Page 15: ...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 Reset the choke when the engine fires repeat pulling the cord until the engine starts 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 Stop th...

Page 16: ... speed after each working operation Long periods at full throttle without any load on the engine can lead to serious engine damage IMPORTANT This section takes up the basic safety precautions for working with a trimmer 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 be...

Page 17: ...rd wears quicker and must be fed forward more often when working against stones brick concrete metal fences etc than when coming into contact with trees and wooden fences When trimming and clearing you should use less than full throttle so that the cord lasts longer and to reduce the wear on the trimmer head Cutting The trimmer is ideal for cutting grass that is difficult to reach using a normal l...

Page 18: ...tarts to rotate Muffler CAUTION Some mufflers are fitted with a catalytic converter See chapter on Technical data to see whether your machine is fitted with a catalytic converter The muffler 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 fire if directed against dry and combustible materi...

Page 19: ...arlier if necessary CAUTION Always use the recommended spark plug type Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston cylinder Check that the spark plug is fitted with a suppressor Two piece shaft The drive shaft end in the lower shaft should be lubricated with grease every 30 hours There is a risk that the drive shaft ends splined coupling on models with two piece shafts will seize if they are...

Page 20: ...ld drain through the filter quite quickly and collect in the bottom Bevel gear The bevel gear is filled with the right quantity of grease at the factory However before using the machine you should check that the bevel gear is filled three quarters full with grease Use HUSQVARNA special grease The grease in the bevel gear does not normally need to be changed except if repairs are carried out IMPORT...

Page 21: ...y X Check that nuts and screws are tight X Check that there are no fuel leaks from the engine tank or fuel lines X Check the engine oil level and top up if necessary X Check the 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 6 0 7 mm or replace the spark plug Check ...

Page 22: ...x engine output acc to ISO 8893 kW rpm 0 8 7000 0 8 7000 Catalytic converter muffler No No Speed regulated ignition system No No Ignition system Manufacturer type of ignition system Ikeda Ikeda Spark plug NGK CMR5H NGK CMR5H Electrode gap inch mm 0 024 0 6 0 024 0 6 Fuel and lubrication system Manufacturer type of carburetor Walbro Walbro Fuel tank capacity US pint litre 1 06 0 5 1 06 0 5 Weight W...

Page 23: ...model Accessories Art No 324LDx Clean sweep attachment with shaft SR600 537 19 67 01 Hedge trimmer attachment with shaft HA 110 537 19 66 01 Hedge trimmer attachment with shaft HA 850 537 19 66 02 Edger attachment with shaft 537 19 69 01 Saw attachment with shaft PA 1100 537 18 33 17 324Lx Saw attachment without shaft PA 537 18 33 12 Powerhead model Accessories Art No 324LDx Edger attachment EAC 9...

Page 24: ...timate 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...

Page 25: ...ranty 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...

Page 26: ...1 Super Auto II Super Auto II 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 4 0 m 13 2 4 mm 095 2 0 m 6 5 6 6 15 cm 15 cm ...

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Page 28: ... Clic 1 2 3 5 6 7 10 11 8 5 m 28 4 8 4 2 m 14 2 4 2 7 mm 095 106 10 cm 4 6 15 cm S35 ...

Page 29: ...1 2 4 3 2 4 2 7 mm 095 106 4 25 m 14 4 25 m 14 B 6 15 cm A 6 15 cm S35 5 ...

Page 30: ... z R 3 5t z R 3 5t T35 T35x Clic 1 2 3 5 6 7 9 8 5 m 28 4 8 4 3 m 14 2 4 2 7 mm 095 106 10 cm 4 6 15 cm ...

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