Husqvarna 326RJX Series, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...E E E En n n ng g g gl l l li i i is s s sh h h h 326RJX SERIES Operator s manual Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ...e when the blade comes into contact with a fixed object 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 wear approved protective gloves Wear sturdy non slip boots Only use non metallic flexible cutting attachments i e trimmer heads with trimmer cord Only intended for trimmer h...

Page 3: ...l protective equipment 6 Machine s safety equipment 6 Cutting equipment 9 ASSEMBLY Fitting the J handle 11 Fitting blades and trimmer heads 11 Fitting a trimmer guard and Superauto II 1 trimmer head 11 Fitting the blade guard combination guard grass blade and grass cutter 12 Fitting other guards and cutting attachments 12 FUEL HANDLING Fuel safety 13 Fuel 13 Fueling 14 STARTING AND STOPPING Check ...

Page 4: ...ket 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 satisfied with ...

Page 5: ...rol 8 Stop switch 9 Throttle lock 10 Cylinder cover 11 Starter handle 12 Fuel tank 13 Choke control 14 Air purge 15 Air filter cover 16 Handle adjustment 17 Locking nut 18 Support flange 19 Drive disc 20 Socket spanner 21 Operator s manual 22 Allen key 23 Locking pin 24 Support cup 25 Blade 26 Transport guard 27 J handle 28 Support eyes for harness 29 Harness 30 Spark plug cap and spark plug ...

Page 6: ...way from its original specification 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 qualified specialists See instructions under the heading Maintenance All covers and guards must be fitted before starting Make sure the spark plug cap and HT lead are not da...

Page 7: ...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 attachment guard This guard is intended to prevent loose objects from being thrown towards the operator The guard also protects the operator from acc...

Page 8: ...ty muffler Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine If the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark arrestor mesh this must be cleaned regularly A blocked mesh will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious damage WARNING Overexposure to vibration can lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage in people who have impaired circulation Contact your doctor ...

Page 9: ...formance Extend the life of cutting equipment Cutting equipment Grass blades and grass cutters are intended for cutting coarse grass A trimmer head is intended for trimming grass General rules Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend See the chapter on Technical data Keep the teeth of the blade correctly sharpened Follow our instructions and use the recommended file gauge An incor...

Page 10: ...clearing using a cord the engine must throw out the cord radially from the trimmer head and overcome the resistance of the grass being cleared The length of the cord is also important A longer cord requires greater engine power than a shorter cord of the same diameter Make sure that the cutter on the trimmer guard is intact This is used to cut the cord to the correct length To increase the life of...

Page 11: ... the shaft To fit the trimmer head first separate the two halves see diagram Proceed as follows Insert a finger into the centre hole of the cover I while grasping the cover with your other fingers Using the index finger and thumb of your other hand release the two catches J that engage in the cut outs in the bottom half K Pull apart the trimmer head grasping the cover firmly Place the cover I and ...

Page 12: ...m 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 Fitting other guards and cutting attachments Fit the correct trimmer guard A for use with the trimmer head Hook the trimmer guard combination guard onto the fitting on the s...

Page 13: ...o 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 Gasoline CAUTION Always use high grade unleaded oil mixed gasoline minimum 87 RON If your machine is equipped with a catalytic converter see chapter on Technical data always use a good quality unl...

Page 14: ...nk 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 Do not smoke o...

Page 15: ...are cracked Never use the machine without a guard nor with a defective guard Starting and stopping Starting Primer bulb Press the primer bulb repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the bulb The bulb 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 p...

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 Stop the engine by switching off the ignition CAUTION The stop switch automatically returns to the start position In order to...

Page 17: ...t with the blade Always use sharp blades Avoid stones Control the felling direction take advantage of the wind IMPORTANT This section describes the basic safety precautions for working with clearing saws and trimmers 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 beyo...

Page 18: ...et the left hand side of the blade between 8 and 12 o clock do the cutting If the blade is angled to the left when clearing grass the grass will collect in a line which makes it easier to collect e g by raking Try to work rhythmically Stand firmly with your feet apart Move forward after the return stroke and stand firmly again Let the support cup rest lightly against the ground It is used to prote...

Page 19: ...e 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 lawn mower Keep the cord parallel to the ground when cutting Avoid pressing the trimmer head against the ground as this can ruin the lawn and damage the tool Do not allow the trimmer head to constantly come into contact with the ground during norma...

Page 20: ...cutting attachment stops Rec idle speed 2700 rpm Recommended max speed See the Technical data section Fine adjustment When the machine has been run in the carburetor should be finely adjusted The fine adjustment should be carried out by a qualified 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 filter is cl...

Page 21: ... maximum speed It is also important that the cutting attachment does not rotate at idle If the low speed jet L is set too lean it may cause starting difficulties 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 o...

Page 22: ... spark plug can damage the piston cylinder Air filter The air filter 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 filter every 25 hours or more regularly if conditions are exceptionally dusty Cleaning the air filter Remove the air filter cover...

Page 23: ...se HUSQVARNA special grease The grease in the bevel gear does not normally need to be changed except if repairs are carried out 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 warranty does not cover damage or liability caused by the use of accessories and or attachments not specifically re...

Page 24: ...ight X Check that there are no fuel leaks from the engine tank or fuel lines 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 5 mm 20 or replace the spark plug Check that the spark plug is fitted with a suppressor X Clean the machines cooling system X Clea...

Page 25: ... 0 02 0 5 Fuel and lubrication system Manufacturer type of carburetor Zama C1Q Fuel tank capacity US pint litre 1 06 0 5 Weight Weight without fuel cutting attachment and guard Lbs kg 9 9 4 5 Sound levels see note 1 Equivalent sound pressure level at the user s ear measured according to ANSI B175 3 1997 dB A min max 92 98 Vibration levels Vibration levels at handles measured according to ANSI B175...

Page 26: ...ner and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause 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 will be performed at no charge to the owner at an approved Husqvarna Forest Garden servicing dealer If you have any questions regarding you...

Page 27: ...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 29: ...1 Trimmy H II 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 5 m 25 2 0 2 4 mm 080 095 1 2 15 cm 6 3 7 m 12 15 cm 6 ...

Page 30: ...1 Trimmy Hit 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Click Click 7 0 m 23 12 cm 5 3 5 m 11 15 cm 6 2 0 2 4 mm 080 095 15 cm 6 ...

Page 31: ...1 Trimmy Hit Pro 2 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 Click 3 4 7 5 m 25 2 0 2 4 mm 080 095 15 cm 6 3 7 m 12 1 2 11 15 cm 6 15 cm 6 ...

Page 32: ... 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 33: ...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 ...

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