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EC-declaration of conformity

(Applies to Europe only)

Husqvarna Construction Products

, SE-433 81 Partille, Sweden, tel: +46-31-949000, declares under sole responsibility that the 

power cutter 

Husqvarna K960

 dating from 2006 serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated on the rating plate, followed 

by the serial number), complies with the requirements of the COUNCILíS DIRECTIVE:

of June 22, 1998 ”relating to machinery” 

98/37/EC

, annex IIA.

of May 3, 1989 ”relating to electromagnetic compatibility” 

89/336/EEC

, and applicable supplements.

of May 8, 2000 ”relating to the noise emissions in the environment” 

2000/14/EC

.

For information relating to noise emissions, see the chapter Technical data.

The following standards have been applied: 

SS-EN ISO 12100:2003, EN-ISO 55012:2002, EN 1454, ISO 19432

SMP Swedish Maskinprovning AB, Fyrisborgsgatan 3, SE-754 50 Uppsala, Sweden, has carried out the assessment of conformity 
in accordance with annex V of the Directive 2000/14/EC. The certificate has the number: 

01/169/015

Partille 1 September 2006

Ove Donnerdal, Development Manager

Summary of Contents for K960 Rescue

Page 1: ...E E E En n n ng g g gl l l li i i is s s sh h h h K960 Operator s manual Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ...es and exhaust fumes Always provide for good ventilation WARNING Sparks from the cutting blade can cause fire in combustible materials such as petrol gas wood dry grass etc Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community s Directive The machine s emission is specified in chapter Technical data and on label Other symbols decals on the machine refer to special certification req...

Page 3: ...General safety precautions 8 General working instructions 9 Cutting blades 11 ASSEMBLY Checking the drive axle and flange washers 13 Fitting the cutting blade 13 Guard for the blade 13 FUEL HANDLING Fuel 14 Two stroke oil 14 Fuelling 14 STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping 15 MAINTENANCE Tensioning the drive belt 16 Replacing the drive belt 16 Belt pulley and clutch 16 Carburettor 16 Fuel f...

Page 4: ...hrottle lock 5 Choke 6 Throttle lockout 7 Stop switch 8 Cutting head 9 Cutting arm 10 Belt tensioner 11 Cutting blade 12 Throttle control 13 Combination spanner 14 Air filter cover 15 Blade guard spray guard 16 Starter handle 17 Operator s manual 18 Adjustment handle for blade guard 19 Front handle 20 Starter 21 Decompression valve 22 Warning decal 23 Rating plate ...

Page 5: ...permits full freedom of movement Use leg guards recommended for the material to be cut Boots with steel toe caps and non slip sole Always have a first aid kit nearby WARNING 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 o...

Page 6: ...he handle is released the throttle trigger and the throttle trigger lock both return to their original positions This is controlled by two independent return spring systems This means that the throttle trigger is automatically locked in the idle position Guard for the blade This guard is fitted above the cutting blade and is designed to prevent parts of the blade or cutting fragments from being th...

Page 7: ...rol and check that the cutting blade stops and remains stationary If the cutting blade rotates when the throttle is in the idle position you should check the carburettor s idle adjustment See instructions under the heading Maintenance Checking the blade guard Never use a defective guard or a guard that has not been fitted correctly Check that the guard is complete and without any cracks or deforma...

Page 8: ... care should be taken with abrasive discs Abrasive discs must be stored on a flat level surface If blades are supplied with a backing pad then a spacer should be used to keep them flat If an abrasive disc is stored in humid conditions this can cause imbalance and result in injury Inspect new blades for transport or storage damage Fuel safety Refuelling Fuel mixture Storage Never refuel the machine...

Page 9: ...r each blade regarding individual cutting characteristics for example a diamond blades requires less feeding pressure than an abrasive discs Support the work piece in such a way that it is possible to predict what will happen and so that the cut remains open while cutting Check that the blade is not in contact with anything when the machine is started Always cut at maximum speed Start cutting smoo...

Page 10: ...ack zone Always hold the machine in a firm grip with both hands Hold it so that the thumbs and fingers grip round the handles Keep a good balance and a firm foothold Always cut at maximum speed Stand at a comfortable distance from the work piece Take care when inserting the blade in an existing cut Never cut above shoulder height Be alert to movement of the work piece or anything else that can occ...

Page 11: ...breakage at maximum working speed if the blade should be cracked or damaged A cutting blade s performance is determined by the type and size of abrasive corn and the type and hardness of the bonding agent Check that the blade is approved for the same or higher speed according to the aproval plate of the engine Never use a cutting blade with a lower speed rating than that of the power cutter Ensure...

Page 12: ...life and reduced cutting capacity and should be used for soft materials such as brick and asphalt Material Diamond blades are ideal for masonry reinforced concrete and other composite materials Diamond blades are not recommended for cutting metal Diamond blades for wet cutting Diamond blades for wet cutting should have water poured over them during the cutting to cool the blade and bond the dust D...

Page 13: ...washer B The flange washer is turned so that it fits on the axle The shaft can be locked using a screwdriver steel pin or the like This is slid in as far as possible The blade is tightened clockwise Tightening torque for the bolt holding the blade is 15 25 Nm 130 215 in lb Guard for the blade The guard must always be fitted on the machine The guard for the cutting equipment should be adjusted so t...

Page 14: ...unt of the petrol to be used Then add the entire amount of oil Mix shake the fuel mixture Add the remaining amount of petrol Mix shake the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling 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 Fuelling Keep the handle dry and free from oil and fuel...

Page 15: ... section of the rear handle pressing the machine against the ground Never twist the starter cord around your hand 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 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 exten...

Page 16: ...disposal to adjust your carburettor Function The carburettor governs the engine speed via the throttle Air and fuel are mixed in the carburettor Needles The carburettor is equipped with fixed needles to ensure the machine always receives the correct mixture of fuel and air When the engine lacks power or accelerates poorly do the following Check the air filter and replace if necessary When this doe...

Page 17: ... machine Never use common engine oil This would drain through the filter quite quickly and collect in the bottom 2 The paper filter is accessible under cover B This filter must be replaced cleaned when the engine s power drops The filter is cleaned by shaking Note that the filter must not be washed NOTE High pressure compressed air can damage the filter An air filter that has been in use for a lon...

Page 18: ...ter pulley with your thumb and check that you can turn the pulley at least a further half turn Tensioning the recoil spring Hook the starter cord in the notch in the pulley and turn the starter pulley about 2 turns clockwise CAUTION Check that the pulley can be turned at least a further 1 2 turn when the starter cord is pulled all the way out Changing a broken recoil spring Undo the bolt in the ce...

Page 19: ...recommended spark plug type Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston cylinder Cooling system To keep the working temperature as low as possible the machine is equipped with a cooling system The cooling system consists of 1 Air intake on the starter 2 Air guide plate 3 Fins on the flywheel 4 Cooling fins on the cylinder 5 Cylinder cover Clean the cooling system with a brush once a week mor...

Page 20: ...tight 7 Check that the stop switch works correctly Weekly maintenance 8 Check clean or replace the main filter 9 Check that the handles and vibration damping elements are not damaged 10 Clean the spark plug Check that the electrode gap is 0 5 mm 11 Clean the fins on the flywheel Check the starter and the recoil spring 12 Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder 13 Check that the muffler is securely ...

Page 21: ...system CD Spark plug NGK BPMR 7A Champion RCJ 6Y Electrode gap mm 0 5 Fuel and lubrication system Manufacturer of carburettor Walbro Carburettor type RWJ 1 Fuel tank capacity litre 1 0 Weight Power cutter without fuel and cutting blade kg 12 300 mm 10 4 14 350 mm 10 6 16 400 mm 11 4 Noise emissions see note 1 Sound power level measured dB A 114 Sound power level guaranteed LWA dB A 116 Sound level...

Page 22: ... machinery 98 37 EC annex IIA of May 3 1989 relating to electromagnetic compatibility 89 336 EEC and applicable supplements of May 8 2000 relating to the noise emissions in the environment 2000 14 EC For information relating to noise emissions see the chapter Technical data The following standards have been applied SS EN ISO 12100 2003 EN ISO 55012 2002 EN 1454 ISO 19432 SMP Swedish Maskinprovning...

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