Husqvarna 325iB User manual

325iB, 525iB Mark II
EN Operator's manual 2-23

Contents
Introduction..................................................................... 2
Safety..............................................................................4
Assembly...................................................................... 14
Operation...................................................................... 15
Maintenance................................................................. 17
Troubleshooting............................................................ 18
Transportation, storage and disposal........................... 19
Technical data.............................................................. 19
Accessories.................................................................. 21
Declaration of Conformity............................................. 22
Introduction
Product overview
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1. Blower nozzle
2. Keypad
3. Power trigger
4. Handle
5. Support eyelet for harness (525iB Mark II)
6. Supports
7. Start/stop button
8. Warning indicator (ERROR LED)
9. Boost: Temporary increase of airflow
10. Cruise control: Set the optimal air flow for your work
11. Cord
12. Battery charger
13. Power and warning indicator
14. Battery release button
15. Battery
16. Warning indicator (ERROR LED)
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17. Battery indicator button
18. Battery status
19. Operator's manual
20. Harness (525iB Mark II)
Product description
Husqvarna 325iB, 525iB Mark II are blower models with
an electrical motor.
We have a policy of continuous product development
and therefore reserve the right to modify the design and
appearance of products without prior notice.
Intended use
This product is designed for blowing leaves and other
debris from lawns, pathways, asphalt roads and the like.
Symbols on the product
Warning! The blower can be dangerous!
Careless or incorrect use can result in
serious or fatal injury to the operator
or others. It is extremely important that
you read and understand the contents
of the operator's manual. Please read
the operator's manual carefully and make
sure you understand the instructions
before using the machine.
Use eye and ear protection.
Direct current.
Noise emission to the environment label
as per European Directive 2000/14/EC,
UK directives and regulations and New
South Wales legislation "Protection of the
Environment Operations (Noise Control)
Regulation 2017". The guaranteed sound
power level of the product is specified in
Technical data on page 19 and on the
label.
Symbols on the product or its packaging
indicate that this product cannot be
handled as domestic waste. This product
must be deposited at an appropriate
recycling facility.
The product agrees with the applicable
EC directives.
Protected against splashing water. (Only
for 525iB Mark II)
Do not expose to rain. (Only for 325iB)
The blower operator must ensure that
no people or animals come closer
than 15 metres. When several opera-
tors are working at the same site a
safety distance of at least 15 metres
must be in effect. The blower can for-
cibly throw objects that can bounce
back. This can result in serious eye
injuries if the recommended safety
equipment is not used.
yyyy wwxxxxx The rating plate shows the serial
number. yyyy is the production year,
ww is the production week and xxxxx
is the sequential number.
Manufacturer
Husqvarna AB
Drottninggatan 2, SE-561 82 Huskvarna
Product liability
As referred to in the product liability laws, we are not
liable for damages that our product causes if:
• the product is incorrectly repaired.
• the product is repaired with parts that are not
from the manufacturer or not approved by the
manufacturer.
• the product has an accessory that is not from the
manufacturer or not approved by the manufacturer.
• the product is not repaired at an approved service
center or by an approved authority.
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Safety
Safety definitions
Warnings, cautions and notes
are used to point out specially
important parts of the manual.
WARNING: Used if
there is a risk of
injury or death for the
operator or bystanders
if the instructions in the
manual are not obeyed.
CAUTION: Used if there
is a risk of damage to the
product, other materials
or the adjacent area if
the instructions in the
manual are not obeyed.
Note: Used to give more
information that is necessary in
a given situation.
Introduction
WARNING: Read all
safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to
follow the warnings and
instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
General power tool safety
warnings
Check before starting
•Inspect the working area.
Remove all loose objects,
such as stones, broken glass,
nails, steel wire, string etc. that
could be thrown out.
•Always remove the battery to
prevent the machine being
started by accident. Always
disconnect the battery before
any maintenance on the
machine.
•Before using the machine and
after any impact, check for
signs of wear or damage and
repair as necessary.
•Only use original spare parts.
•The machine operator must
ensure that no people or
animals come closer than 15
metres while working. When
several operators are working
in the same area the safety
distance should be at least 15
metres.
•Do an overall inspection of
the machine before use, see
maintenance schedule.
•National or local regulations
may regulate the use. Comply
to given regulations.
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Personal safety
•Stay alert, watch what you
are doing and use common
sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool
while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating
power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
•Keep bystanders away.
•This appliance is not
intended for use by person
(including children) with
reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of
the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
•Never allow children or other
persons not trained in the use
of the machine and/or the
battery to use or service it.
Local laws may regulate the
age of the user.
•Keep unauthorised persons at
a distance. Children, animals,
onlookers and helpers should
be kept outside the safety
zone of 15 m (50 ft.). Stop
the machine immediately if
anyone approaches.
•Store the equipment in a
lockable area so that it is
out of reach of children and
unauthorized persons.
•Dress properly. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
•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 judgement or
your coordination.
•Wear personal protective
equipment. See instructions
under the heading "Personal
protective equipment".
•Always remove the battery
when passing the machine to
another person.
•Keep in mind that it is you, the
operator that is responsible
for not exposing people or
their property to accidents or
hazards.
Power tool use and care
•Never use a machine that
has been modified in any way
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from its original specification.
Never use the machine
near explosive or flammable
materials.
•Never use a machine that
is faulty. Carry out the
safety 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.
•Only use original spare parts.
•Always ensure that ventilation
openings are kept clear of
debris.
•All covers, guards and handles
must be fitted before starting.
•Only use the machine in
daylight or in other well-lit
conditions.
•Never use the machine in
bad weather, for instance
in fog, in rain, damp or in
wet locations, strong winds,
intense cold, risk of lightning,
etc. Extremely hot weather
may cause overheating of the
machine. Operation in bad
weather is tiring and can lead
to dangerous conditions, for
instance slippery surfaces.
•If the machine starts vibrating
abnormally, stop the machine
and remove the battery.
•Walk, never run.
General safety instructions
WARNING: Read the
warning instructions that
follow before you use the
product.
•Incorrect or careless use of
the product can turn it into a
dangerous tool that can cause
serious or even fatal injury to
the operator or others. You
must read and understand
the contents of this operator's
manual.
•Under no circumstances
may the design of
the product be modified
without the permission of
the manufacturer. Never
use a product that has
been modified in any
way from its original
specification and always
use original accessories.
Non-authorized modifications
and/or accessories can result
in serious personal injury or
the death of the operator
or others. Your warranty
may not cover damage or
liability caused by the use of
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non-authorized accessories or
replacement parts.
•This product produces an
electromagnetic field during
operation. This field may
under some circumstances
interfere with active or passive
medical implants. To reduce
the risk of serious or fatal
injury, we recommend persons
with medical implants to
consult their physician and the
medical implant manufacturer
before operating this product.
•Remove the battery from the
product during charging.
Safety instructions for operation
WARNING: Read the
warning instructions that
follow before you use the
product.
•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 beyond your capability.
•Never use the product in bad
weather, for instance in fog,
in rain, strong winds, intense
cold, etc.
•Do not allow children to use
or be in the vicinity of the
product. Since the product
is easy to start, children
may be able to start it if
they are not kept under full
surveillance. This can mean a
risk of serious personal injury.
Disconnect the battery when
the product is not under close
supervision.
•Ensure that no people or
animals come closer than 15
metres (50 ft.) while you work.
When several operators are
working in the same area the
safety distance should be at
least 15 metres. Otherwise
there is a risk of serious
personal injury. Stop the
product immediately if anyone
approaches. Never swing the
product around without first
checking behind you to make
sure that no one is within the
safety zone.
•Make sure that you can
move and stand safely. Check
the area around you for
possible obstacles (roots,
rocks, branches, ditches,
etcetera) in case you have
to move suddenly. Take great
care when you work on
sloping ground.
•Keep a good balance and a
firm foothold at all times. Do
not overreach.
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•Listen out for warning
signals or shouts when
you wear hearing protection.
Always remove your hearing
protection as soon as the
product stops.
•Show consideration to persons
in your surroundings by
avoiding using the product
at unsuitable times, such as
late in the evening or early
in the morning. Follow local
regulations and ordinances.
•Use the product with the
lowest possible airflow. It is
seldom necessary to use
full airflow, and many work
procedures can be done at
half airflow. A lower airflow
means less noise and less
dust, and it is also easier to
keep control over the rubbish
collected together/moved.
•Use a rake or a brush to
release rubbish stuck to the
ground.
•Hold the opening of the blower
as close to the ground as
possible.
•Observe your surroundings.
Direct the product away from
persons, animals, play areas,
cars etc..
•Minimize the blowing time by
lightly wetting dusty areas or
using spray equipment.
•Be aware of the wind direction.
Work with the wind to make
your work easier.
•Stop the product and remove
the battery if the product starts
to vibrate abnormally.
•Using the blower to move
large piles is time consuming
and creates unnecessary
noise.
•Clean up afterwards. Make
sure that you have not
blown rubbish into someone's
garden.
•Do not run with the product.
•The powerful currents of air
can move objects at such a
speed that they can bounce
back and cause serious eye
injuries.
•Do not direct the airflow
towards people or animals.
•Stop the motor before
you assemble or dismantle
accessories or other parts.
•Keep all parts of your body
away from hot surfaces.
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•Never put the product down
when it is activated unless you
have it in clear sight.
•The blower must not be
used while on a ladder or
scaffolding.
•Do not use the product unless
you are able to call for help in
case of an accident.
•Watch out for thrown objects.
Stones, rubbish, etc., can
be thrown up into the eyes
causing blindness or serious
injury.
•Use a residual-current device
(RCI) for increased security. A
residual-current device is fitted
to protect operators in case an
electrical fault should occur.
•This product is renowned
for its low vibration load.
Overexposure to vibration can
lead to circulatory damage
or nerve damage in people
who have impaired circulation.
Contact your doctor if you
experience symptoms of
overexposure to vibration.
Such symptoms include
numbness, loss of feeling,
tingling, pricking, pain, loss
of strength, changes in skin
colour or condition. These
symptoms normally appear in
the fingers, hands or wrists.
•Only use the product for the
purpose it was intended for.
•It is not possible to cover
every conceivable situation
you can face. Always exercise
care and use your common
sense. Avoid all situations
which you consider to be
beyond your capability. If
you still feel uncertain about
operating procedures after
reading these instructions,
you should consult an expert
before continuing.
Personal protective equipment
WARNING: Read the
warning instructions that
follow before you use the
product.
•Always use approved personal
protective equipment when
you use the product. Personal
protective equipment cannot
fully prevent injury but it
decreases the degree of injury
if an accident does occur. Let
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your dealer help you select the
right equipment.
•Long term exposure to
noise can result in damaged
hearing. In general, battery
powered products are
relatively quiet but damage
can result from a combination
of noise level and long usage.
recommends that operators
use hearing protectors when
using products for a longer
coherent time of a day.
Continual and regular users
should have their hearing
checked regularly. Note that
hearing protectors limit the
ability to hear sounds and
warning signals.
•Use approved eye protection.
If you use a visor, you must
also use approved protective
goggles. Approved protective
goggles must comply with
the ANSI Z87.1 standard in
the USAs or EN 166 in EU
countries.
•Use clothing made of a strong
fabric. Always use heavy, long
pants and long sleeves. Do
not use loose clothing that can
catch on twigs and branches.
Do not wear jewelry, short
pants, sandals or go with bare
feet. Put your hair up safely
above shoulder level.
•Keep first aid equipment close
at hand.
•A breathing mask should be
used when there is a risk of
dust.
Safety devices on the product
WARNING: Read the
warning instructions that
follow before you use the
product.
•In this section the product’s
safety features, its purpose
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