Operator′s manual 327HDA65X-series 327HE3X-series 327HE4X-series Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols WARNING! Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Always wear: • Approved hearing protection • Approved eye protection This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives.
CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols ................................................................ CONTENTS Contents ............................................................... Note the following before starting: ........................ INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, .................................................... WHAT IS WHAT? What is what? ....................................................... GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Impor tant ............................................................
INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Congratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Husqvarna River, for production of muskets. The location was logical, since water power was harnessed from the Huskvarna River to create the waterpowered plant.
WHAT IS WHAT? 327HE4 327HDA65 What is what? 1 Cutter 16 Air purge 2 Grease nipple and plug for filling lubricant.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for cutting branches and twigs. Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual. Never use a machine that has been modified in any way from its original specification.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CLOTHING Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on twigs and branches. Always wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear jewellery, shorts sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level. the throttle control is automatically locked at the idle setting. A FIRST AID KIT Always have a first aid kit nearby.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS position then the carburettor idle setting must be adjusted. See instructions under the heading Maintenance. Vibration damping system Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to minimize vibration and make operation easier. Stop switch Use the stop switch to switch off the engine. The machine′s vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and the machine′s handle unit.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS a spark arrestor mesh. Check whether the muffler on your machine is fitted with this kind of mesh. For mufflers it is very important that you follow the instructions on checking, maintaining and servicing your machine. Blades To ensure good cutting results it is important that the contact pressure between the blades is correct. The contact pressure is adjusted by turning the screws on the underside of the bar clockwise as far as they will go.
ASSEMBLY Fitting the hand guard and loop handle Fitting the handle (327HE3, 327HE4) (327HDA65, 327HE3) Fit the handle using two screws. 1 Assemble the hand guard and loop handle by screwing them together. Take care to align the holes in both parts. (327HDA65) Fitting the cutting head 2 Slide the loop handle and hand guard onto the shaft. (327HDA65) 3 Slide the spacer into the slot in the loop handle. 4 Fit the nut and screw. Do not overtighten.
ASSEMBLY Adjusting the harness (327HE4) You should always use the harness with the machine to give maximum control over the machine and reduce the risk of fatigue in your arms and back. 1 Put on the harness. 2 Hook the machine onto the harness support hook. 3 Adjust the length of the harness so that the support hook is roughly level with your right hip. Fitting the impact guard (327HE4) Fit the guard using the three screws and washers. Fit the two short screws in hole A.
FUEL HANDLING Fuel safety Petrol Never start the machine: 1 If you have spilt fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate. 2 If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes, change your clothes. Wash any part of your body that has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water. 3 If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines.
FUEL HANDLING Fuelling Mixing • Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. • Always start by filling half the amount 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. WARNING! Taking the following precautions, will lessen the risk of fire: Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel.
STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting • Inspect the working area. Remove any objects that could be thrown out. • Check the cutting attachment. Never use blades that are dull, cracked or damaged. • Check that the machine is in perfect working order. Check that all nuts and screws are tight. • Make sure the gear housing is lubricated correctly. See instructions under the heading Gear housing. • Check that the cutting attachment always stops when the engine is idling.
STARTING AND STOPPING 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. 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.
WORKING TECHNIQUES General working instructions • Never work from a ladder, stool or any other raised position that is not fully secured. • Keep in mind that the operator is responsible for accidents or hazards occuring to other people or their property. IMPORTANT! This section takes up the basic safety precautions for working with a hedge 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.
WORKING TECHNIQUES • Always lay the machine on the ground when you are not using it. • Do not cut too close to the ground. Stones and other objects can be thrown out. • Check the working area for foreign objects such as electricity cables, insects and animals, etc, or other objects that could damage the cutting attachment, such as metal items. • If any foreign object is hit or if vibrations occur stop the machine immediately. Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug.
WORKING TECHNIQUES (327HDA65) • Undo the knob. Transport position (327HE4) Once the work has been completed fold the cutting unit back against the shaft to simplify transport and storage of the hedge trimmer. • • 1 Turn off the engine. 2 Loosen the knob on the shaft (clockwise). 3 Grip the handle on the cutting unit and angle the cutting unit upwards. At an angle of 90 degrees there is a stop position. To pass the stop position, pull out the lock button.
MAINTENANCE Carburettor Basic setting Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful emissions. After the engine has used 8-10 tanks of fuel the engine will be run-in. To ensure that it continues to run at peak performance and to minimise harmful exhaust emissions after the running-in period, ask your dealer/ service workshop (who will have a rev counter at their disposal) to adjust your carburettor.
MAINTENANCE cause fire if directed against dry and combustible material. Cooling system To keep the working temperature as low as possible the machine is equipped with a cooling system. 4 3 Some mufflers are equipped with a special spark arrestor mesh. If your machine has this type of muffler, you should clean the mesh at least once a week. This is best done with a wire brush.
MAINTENANCE spark plug should be replaced after about a month in operation or earlier if necessary. with a new one at regular intervals. A damaged air filter must always be replaced. If the machine is used in dusty conditions the air filter should be soaked in oil. See instructions under the heading Oiling the air filter. Oiling the air filter 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.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning and lubrication Clean any resin and plant residue from the blades using cleaning agent 531 00 75-13 (UL22) before and after using the machine. Lubricate the blade bars with special grease, part no. 531 00 75-12 (UL 21) before long periods of storage.
MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance that must be performed on the machine. Most of the items are described in the Maintenance section. The user must only carry out the maintenance and service work described in this Operator’s Manual. More extensive work must be carried out by an authorized service workshop. Maintenance Daily maintenance Clean the outside of the machine.
TECHNICAL DATA Technical data 327HDA65 327HE3 327HE4 Cylinder displacement, cm3 25,4 25,4 25,4 Cylinder bore, mm 34 34 34 Engine Stroke, mm 27 27 27 Idle speed, rpm 2700 2700 2700 Recommended max. speed, rpm 11000-12600 11000-12600 11000-12600 Max. engine output, acc.
TECHNICAL DATA EC-declaration of conformity (Applies to Europe only) Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declare under sole responsibility that the hedge trimmers Husqvarna 327HDA65 from 2009’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the type plate with subsequent serial number), are in conformity with the standards or or other normative documents following the provisions in the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVES: - of June 22, 1998 ”relating to machinery” 98/37/
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