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Page 1: ...U US S S S E E E En n n ng g g gl l l li i i is s s sh h h h K760 Rescue Operator s manual Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ...and the instructions in the manual before using the machine WARNING Sparks from the cutting blade can cause fire in combustible materials such as petrol gas wood clothes dry grass etc Ensure the blades are not cracked or damaged in any other way Do not use circular saw blades Choke Air purge Decompression valve Refuelling petrol oil mix You will find the following label on your power cutter The Em...

Page 3: ...e 23 Cleaning 24 Functional inspection 24 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data 28 Cutting equipment 28 FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS 29 WARNING Cutting especially when DRY cutting generates dust that comes from the material being cut which frequently contains silica Silica is a basic component of sand quartz brick clay granite and numerous other minerals...

Page 4: ...is product It is the owner s duty to keep up with the safest methods of operation 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 information and assistance contact us at our website www usa husqvarnacp com Design and features This is a high speed hand held power cutter de...

Page 5: ...e control with start throttle lock 6 Throttle lockout 7 Throttle trigger 8 Stop switch 9 Starter handle 10 Starter 11 Muffler 12 Adjustment handle for guard 13 Blade guard 14 Air purge 15 Fuel cap 16 Harness 17 Belt guard 18 Type plate 19 Belt tensioner 20 Cutting head 21 Cutting blade not supplied 22 Combination spanner 23 Operator s manual ...

Page 6: ...l 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 trigger and throttle lockout move freely and that the return springs work properly Start the power cutter and apply full throttle Release the throttle control and check that the cutting blade stops and remains...

Page 7: ...is securely attached between the engine unit and handle unit Muffler The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user Inspecting the muffler Check regularly that the muffler is complete and secured correctly WARNING Always check that the guard is correctly fitted before starting the machine WARNING Overexposure to vibration can lead to circul...

Page 8: ...f the engine Never use a cutting blade with a lower speed rating than that of the power cutter Blade vibration The blade can become out of round and vibrate if an excessive feed pressure is used A lower feed pressure can stop the vibration Otherwise replace the blade WARNING A cutting blade may burst and cause injury to the operator The cutting blade manufacturer issues warnings and recommendation...

Page 9: ...rrow on the blade Diamond blades for different materials Diamond blades are ideal for masonry reinforced concrete and other composite materials Diamond blades are available in several hardness classes Special blades should be used when cutting metal Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right product WARNING Do not use abrasive blades with water The strength is impaired when abrasive blades are...

Page 10: ...arding system which does not provide protection against the dangers presented by wood cutting blades Use of this power cutter with a carbide tipped blade is a violation of OSHA regulations Due to the hazardous nature and exigent circumstances involved with fire fighting and rescue operations conducted by the various highly trained public safety forces safety professionals fire departments Husqvarn...

Page 11: ...meter of the centre hole Use only bushings supplied by Husqvarna Those bushings have been designed for your power cutter Checking the direction of the blade rotation When using diamond blades make sure that it rotates in the direction indicated by the arrow on the blade The direction of rotation for the machine is shown by arrows on the cutting arm Fitting the cutting blade The blade is placed on ...

Page 12: ...n the Operating section for additional information Some of the machine s good ergonomic features are jeopardised such as balance Cutting with the cutting head reversed should only occur with cuts that are not possible in a standard manner First release the two bolts and then the adjuster screw to release the belt tension Now unscrew the bolts and dismantle the belt guard Disconnect the water hose ...

Page 13: ...e 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 Mixing ratio 1 50 2 with HUSQVARNA two stroke oil or equivalent 1 33 3 with oils class JASO FB or ISO EGB formulated for air cooled two stroke engines or mix as per recommendation from the oil manufacturer WARNING Running an engine in a confined or badly ventilated area ca...

Page 14: ...ical machinery electric motors electrical relays switches or boilers When storing and transporting fuel always use approved containers intended for this purpose Long term storage When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank must be emptied Contact your local gas station to find out where to dispose of excess fuel WARNING Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before re...

Page 15: ...irst time operators also obtain practical intsuction before using the machine Keep in mind that it is you the operator that is responsible for not exposing people or their property to accidents or hazards The machine must be kept clean Signs and stickers must be fully legible Always use common sense It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can face Always exercise care and use y...

Page 16: ... rear handle and the left hand on the front handle All operators weather right or left WARNING Unauthorized modifications and or accessories may lead to serious injury or death to the user or others Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer Do not modify this product or use it if it appears to have been modified by others Never use ...

Page 17: ...for the cutting equipment must always be fitted when the machine is running Never use the kickback zone of the blade for cutting See instructions under the heading Kickback Keep a good balance and a firm foothold Never cut above shoulder height Never cut from a ladder Use a platform or scaffold if the cut is above shoulder height Do not overreach Stand at a comfortable distance from the work piece...

Page 18: ...l i e a sheet metal covered roof should be conducted in a forward direction for best control Pinching or jamming Make a careful evaluation of how the object will move during the final stage of the cutting to avoid pinching or jamming The cut must open during the cut If the object sags and the cut begins to close the blade may pinch possibly resulting in a kick back or damage to the blade Cutting i...

Page 19: ...e power cutter up and back towards the user in a rotating motion causing serious or even fatal injury Climbing kickback If the kickback zone is used for cutting the reactive force drives the blade to climb up in the cut Do not use the kickback zone Use the lower quadrant of the blade to avoid climbing kickback Pinching kickback Pinching is when the cut closes and pinches the blade If the blade is ...

Page 20: ...de II and cut from section I to bottom of the pipe 3 Move to side III and cut the remaining part of the pipe ending at the bottom How to aviod kickback Avoiding kickback is simple The work piece must always be supported so that the cut stays open when cutting through When the cut opens there is no kickback If the cut closes and pinches the blade there is always a risk of kickback Take care when in...

Page 21: ...s soon as the engine starts with the choke pulled out the engine will stop after a few seconds If the engine stops anyway pull the starter handle again Press the throttle trigger to disengage the start throttle and the machine will idle WARNING Note the following before starting Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine Wear ...

Page 22: ...rapidly 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 WARNING When the engine is running the exhaust contains chemicals such as unburned hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide The content of the exhaust fumes is known to cause respiratory problems cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Carbon mono...

Page 23: ...ied out by an authorized service workshop The engine should be switched off and the stop switch in STOP position Wear personal protective equipment See under heading Personal protective equipment The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk of accidents can increase if machine maintenance is not carried out correctly and if service and or repairs are not carried out professionally If y...

Page 24: ...or correct tensioning of the drive belt the square nut should be positioned opposite the marking on the belt cover Tensioning the drive belt The tension of a new drive belt must be readjusted after one or two tanks of fuel have been used When the machine is equipped with a friction retarder a scraping sound can be heard from the bearing housing when the blade is turned by hand This is quite normal...

Page 25: ...ssary When this does not help contact an authorised service workshop Adjusting the idle speed Start the engine and check the idling setting When the carburettor is set correctly the cutting blade should be still while engine is idling Adjust the idle speed using the T screw When an adjustment is necessary first turn the screw clockwise until the blade starts to rotate Now turn the screw anti clock...

Page 26: ...of the starter cord in the starter handle Tensioning the recoil spring Guide the cord through the cut out in the periphery of the pulley and wind the cord 3 times clockwise around the centre of the starter pulley Now pull the starter handle and in doing so tension the spring Repeat the procedure once more but this time with four turns Note that the starter handle is drawn to its correct home posit...

Page 27: ...l system General Check that the fuel cap and its seal are not damaged Check the fuel hose Replace when damaged 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 located inside the tank The filter cannot be cleaned but must be replaced with a new ...

Page 28: ...nition system SEM Type of ignition system CD Spark plug Champion RCJ 6Y NGK BPMR 7A Electrode gap inch mm 0 020 0 5 Fuel and lubrication system Manufacturer of carburetor Zama Carburetor type C3 Fuel tank capacity US fl Oz litre 30 0 9 Weight Power cutter without fuel and cutting blade lb kg 12 300 mm 21 2 9 6 Cutting blade Max cutting depth inch mm Max peripheral speed m s ft min Max speed of out...

Page 29: ...hts and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized servicing dealer or call Husqvarna Construction Products at 1 800 288 5040 or www usa husqvarnacp com WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE The warranty period begins on the date small nonroad engine is delivered LENGTH OF COVERAGE Husqvarna Construction Products warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is ...

Page 30: ...ded without charge to the owner if the part is under warranty EMISSION CONTROLWARRANTY PARTS LIST 1 Carburetor and internal parts 2 Intake pipe airfilter holder and carburetor bolts 3 Airfilter and fuelfilter covered up to maintenance schedule 4 Ignition System 1Spark Plug covered up to maintenance schedule 2Ignition Module 5 Fuel tank line and cap MAINTENANCE STATEMENT The owner is responsible fo...

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