CONTENTS Contents CONTENTS Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Note the following before starting . . . . 2 KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment . . . . . . 4 Machine’s safety equipment . . . . . . . . 4 Cutting equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Checking, maintaining and servicing the machine’s safety equipment . . . . . 5 General safety precautions . . . . . . . . . 8 Starting . . . .
KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols Only intended for trimmer heads. WARNING: Clearing saws, brushcutters and trimmers can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Always wear: S Hearing protection S Approved eye protection Max. speed of output shaft, rpm Watch out for thrown objects and ricochets.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT! Whenever you use a clearing saw, brushcutter or trimmer you must wear personal protective equipment that is approved by the authorities. Personal protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of accidents, but it can reduce the effects of an injury in the event of an accident. Ask your dealer for help when choosing protective equipment. WARNING: Listen out for warn- ing signals or shouts when you are wearing hearing protection.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cutting attachment guard This guard is intended to prevent loose objects from being thrown towards the operator. The guard also protects the operator from accidental contact with the cutting attachment. WARNING: Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get very hot during use and remain so for some time after stopping. This also applies at idle speed. Contact can result in burns to the skin.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Throttle lock--out S Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when the throttle lock-out is released. Stop switch S Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you push and hold the stop switch. Cutting attachment guard S Press the throttle lock--out and make sure it returns to its original position when you release it. S Ensure that the guard is undamaged and is not cracked.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cutting equipment This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipment in order to: S Obtain maximum cutting performance. S Extend the life of cutting equipment. General rules: 1. Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend! See the section on “Technical Data”. 2. Check the cutting attachment for damage or cracks. A damaged cutting attachment should always be replaced. WARNING: Never use a machine with faulty safety equipment.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General safety precautions IMPORTANT! S The machine is only designed for trimming grass. S The only accessories you can operate with this engine unit are the cutting attachments we recommend in the “Technical data” section. S Never use wire, rope, string, etc. S Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your vision, your judgment or your coordination.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS S Check that the trimmer head and guard are correctly secured. S When adjusting the carburetor, make sure the lower end is supported and that no one is in the immediate vicinity. S Make sure the cutting head does not rotate when idling. S Make sure the handle and safety features are in order. Never use a machine that has parts missing or has been changed in relation to the specification. S Only use the machine for the purpose for which it was intended.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS S CAUTION! Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help in the event of an accident. 2. Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings added risks, such as icy ground, unpredictable felling direction, etc. 3. Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Sweeping S The fan effect of the rotating line can be used for quick and easy clearing up. Hold the trimmer line parallel to and above the area to be swept and move the tool to and fro. S When cutting and sweeping you should use full throttle to obtain the best results. 115275126 Rev.
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER 2 1 3 128LD 7 19 5 6 9 11 12 10 4 1 128CD 17 8 16 14 15 13 4 21 18 1 20 Know your trimmer 1. Trimmer head 2. Grease filler cap 3. Bevel gear 4. Cutting attachment guard 5. Upper shaft 6. Lower shaft 7. Loop handle 8. Throttle control 9. Stop switch 10.Throttle lock--out 11. Cylinder cover 115275126 Rev. 1 9/15/09 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.
ASSEMBLY NOTE: Make sure unit is assembled correctly as shown in this manual. Fitting the loop handle Dismantling: S Loosen the coupling by turning the knob. S Position the handle on the upper shaft. Note that the handle must be mounted between the two arrows on the shaft. A S Press and hold the locking/release button (A). S While securely holding the engine and upper shaft, pull the attachment straight out of the coupling. S Fit the screw, securing plate and wing nut as shown in the diagram.
ASSEMBLY Fitting the trimmer guard and trimmer head (Model 128CD) S Fit the correct trimmer guard (A) for use with the trimmer head. Hook the trimmer guard/combination guard onto the fitting on the shaft and secure with the wing nut (B). B A C S Fit the dust cup (C) on the shaft. The nut must be completely covered by the dust cup. S Hold the dust cup with a wrench to prevent the shaft from rotating. S Screw the trimmer head (D) onto the shaft.
FUEL HANDLING Fuel mixture CAUTION! The machine is equipped with a two--stroke engine and must always be run using a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine oil. It is important to 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. S Always start by flling half the amount of the gasoline to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil.
STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting S Inspect the unit before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure. Make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed and securely fastened. Use only flexible, nonmetallic line recommended by the manufacturer. Never use, for example, wire or wire rope, which can break off and become a dangerous projectile. S Check that the trimmer head and trimmer guard are not damaged or cracked.
STARTING AND STOPPING Warm engine With a warm engine, move the blue engine choke lever to the ½ position. Pull starter rope until engine runs. Move the blue engine choke lever to the opened position. Stopping Stop the engine by pushing and holding the stop switch in the STOP position until the engine stops. WARNING: When the engine is started with the choke in the closed position the cutting attachment will start to rotate immediately. 115275126 Rev.
MAINTENANCE The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as defined in the operator’s manual. Carburetor 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 minimize harmful exhaust emissions after the run--in period, ask your servicing dealer to adjust your carburetor.
MAINTENANCE 0.024″ (0.6 mm) Muffler bolts Spark arrestor mesh CAUTION! Never use a machine that has a faulty or loose muffler. Ensure the muffler bolts are tight. Two--piece shaft WARNING: Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get very hot during use and remain so for some time after stopping. This also applies at idle speed. Contact can result in burns to the skin. Remember the risk of fire! WARNING: The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic.
MAINTENANCE Bevel gear (128LD) 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. Weekly maintenance S Check the starter and starter cord. S Clean the carburetor area. S Clean the outside of the spark plug. Remove it and check the electrode gap. Adjust the gap to 0.024″ (0.6 mm), or replace the spark plug.
Trimmer Head Line Loading Instructions 6m 20i 3m 10i 115275126 Rev.
TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Engine Cylinder volume, cu.in./cm3 Cylinder bore, inch/mm Stroke, inch/mm Idle speed, rpm Recommended max. speed, rpm Speed of output shaft, rpm Max. engine output, acc. to ISO 8893, hp/kW Catalytic converter muffler Speed--regulated ignition system Ignition system Manufacturer/type of ignition system Spark plug 128CD 128LD 1.7/28 1.4/35 1.130/28.7 2,800--3,200 10,000 8,000 1.1/0.8 Yes Yes 1.7/28 1.4/35 1.130/28.7 2,800--3,200 11,000 8,000 1.1/0.
WARRANTY STATEMENT SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY Husqvarna warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty Period” of the products as set forth below: Lifetime Warranty: Trimmer shafts, ignition coils and modules. 2 Year NON--COMMERCIAL Warranty: Trimmers for non--commercial, non--professional, non--institutional or non--income producing use, except as herein stated.
U.S. EPA / CALIFORNIA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, California Air Resources Board, Environment Canada and HUSQVARNA are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your year 2009 and later small off--road engine. In California, all small off--road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti--smog standards.
U.S. EPA / CALIFORNIA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any HUSQVARNA approved replacement part used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repair on emission related parts will be provided without charge to the owner if the part is under warranty.