Husqvarna 326SX-SERIES User manual

Operator's manual (CARB II, EPA II)
326SX-SERIES
Please read these instructions carefully and make
sure you understand them before using the machine. Engl sh

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Symbols
SYMBOL EXPLANATION
WARNING! Sweepers can be
dangerous!
Careless or incorrect use can result in
serious or fatal injury to the operator or
others.
Read through the Operator‘s Manual
carefully and understand the content
before using the machine.
Always use
• A protective helmet where there is a
risk of falling objects
• Ear protection
• Approved eye protection
Checks and/or maintenance should be
carried out with the engine switched off,
with the stop switch in the STOP
position.
Always wear approved protective gloves.
Regular cleaning required.
Ocular control.
Approved eye protection must always be
used.
Max. speed of output axle, rpm
This product is in accordance with
applicable CE directives.
50FT
15 m
50FT
15 m
Use anti-slip and stable boots.
Always wear approved protective
gloves.
The operator of the machine shall
ensure, while working, that no persons
or animals come closer than 15 metres.
Arrows which show limits for handle
mounting.
Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to
special certification requirements for certain
markets.
10000 rpm
max
Wear a dust mask.

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CONTENTS
List of contents
SYMBOL EXPLANATION
Symbols ............................................................................... 2
CONTENTS
List of contents .................................................................... 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment ............................................. 4
The machine‘s safety equipment .......................................... 4
Control, maintenance and service of the machine‘s safety
equipment...................................................................... 6
General safety instructions ................................................... 7
General working instructions............................................... 8
Basic working techniques..................................................... 8
WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the sweeper? ............................................ 10
ASSEMBLY
Assembling the sweeper...................................................... 11
Assembling the loop handlebar .......................................... 11
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel mixture ...................................................................... 12
Fuelling.............................................................................. 12
START AND STOP
Start and stop..................................................................... 13
MAINTENANCE
Carburetor ......................................................................... 14
Muffler .............................................................................. 16
Cooling system .................................................................. 16
Spark plug.......................................................................... 16
Air filter............................................................................. 17
Angle gear.......................................................................... 17
Maintenance schedule........................................................ 17
TECHNICAL DATA
326SX................................................................................. 18
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
Your warranty rights and obligations.................................. 19
!
This engine label certifies that the product is certified in
accordance with American exhaust emissions requirements
EPA Ph II and CARBTier II.
The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the
Emissions Compliance label indicates the number of operating
hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal
and California emission requirements.
Category C=50 hours, B=125 hours, and A=300 hours.
WARNING!
Under no circumstances may the design
of the machine be modified without the
permission of the manufacturer. Always
use genuine accessories. Non-authorized
modifications and/or accessories can
result in serious personal injury or the
death of the operator or others.
Your warranty does not cover damage or
liability caused by the use of non-
authorized accessories or replacement
parts.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control
devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad
engine repair establishment or individual.
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.
!WARNING!
The inside of the muffler with catalytic
converter contains chemicals that may
cause cancer. Do not contact inside of
damaged muffler.
For customer assistance call: 704-921-7000 or
contact us at our website: www.husqvarna.com

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The machine‘s safety equipment
This section describes the machine‘s safety equipment, its
function and how checks and maintenance are carried out to
ensure that it operates correctly. (See the chapter “What is
what“ to locate where this equipment is positioned on your
machine.)
Personal protective equipment
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
!WARNING!
Never use a machine with defective
safety equipment. Follow the control,
maintenance and service instructions
described in this section.
1. Throttle trigger
lock
The throttle trigger lock is
designed to prevent the
throttle from accidentally
being engaged. When the
trigger lock (A) is pressed
into the handle (= when you
hold the handle) the throttle
(B) is released. When the
grip on the handle is
released the throttle and the
throttle trigger lock return
to their original positions.
This takes place via two
independent return spring
systems.This means that the
throttle is automatically
locked in its “idling“
position.
2. Stop switch
The stop switch should be
used to stop the engine.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• A sweeper used incorrectly or carelessly can
become a dangerous tool, that can cause serious
or fatal injury to the operator or others. It is
extremely important that you read and understand
the content of this manual.
• When using a sweeper, personal protective
equipment approved by the appropriate
authorities must be used. Personal protective
equipment does not eliminate the risk of
accidents, however, it can reduce the effects of an
injury in the event of an accident. Ask your dealer
for help when choosing protective equipment.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when
necessary, e.g., when
assembling cutting
equipment.
EAR PROTECTION
Ear protection offering
sufficient dampening effect
should be used.
EYE PROTECTION
Blows from branches or
objects thrown by the
rotating cutting equipment
can damage the eyes.
BOOTS
Use anti-slip and stable
boots.
DUST MASK
Wear a dust mask.
CLOTHING
Wear clothes made of a
strong fabric and avoid loose
clothing that can catch on
shrubs and branches. Always
wear heavy, long pants. Do
not wear jewelry, short pants,
sandals or go barefoot.
Secure hair so it is above
shoulder level.
FIRST AID KIT
A first aid kit should be
carried by operators of
clearing saws, sweeper or
trimmers.
A
B
A
B
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!WARNING!
Remove your hearing protection as soon as
you stop the engine, so that you can hear
any noises or warning signals.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3. Vibration
damping system
Your machine is equipped
with a vibration damping
system, which is designed to
give as vibration-free and
comfortable use as possible.
Use of incorrectly wound
cord or incorrect cutting
equipment increases the
level of vibration.
The machine’s vibration
damping system reduces the
transfer of vibrations
between the engine unit/
cutting equipment and the
machine’s handle unit.
4. Muffler
The muffler is designed to
give the lowest possible noise
level and to direct the engine‘s
exhaust fumes away from the
operator. Muffler fitted with
catalytic converter is also
designed to reduce harmful
exhaust components.
In countries that have a warm
and dry climate the risk of fire
is obvious. We have therefore
fitted certain mufflers with a
spark arrest screen. Make sure
that your muffler is fitted
with this kind of screen.
It is extremely important that
the instructions for checking,
maintaining and servicing the
muffler are followed. (see the
section “Control, maintenance
and service of the machine‘s
safety equipment“).
!
WARNING!
Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters
become extremely hot during use and
after stopping. This also applies at idling
speeds. Contact can result in burns to
the skin. Be observant to the risk of fire!
!
WARNING!
Bear in mind that exhaust fumes:
• contain carbon monoxide, which can
cause carbon monoxide poisoning.
Therefore never start or run the machine
indoors.
• are hot and can contain sparks that can
cause fires. Never start the machine
indoors or close to inflammable material.
!WARNING!
Over exposure to vibrations can result in
blood-vessel or nerve injury to persons
suffering with blood circulation problems.
Seek medical attention if you experience
physical symptoms that can be related to
over exposure to vibrations. Examples of
such symptoms are “numbness“, lack of
feeling, “tickling“, “pricking“, “pain“ lack of
or a reduction in normal strength, changes
in the colour of the skin or its surfaces.
These symptoms normally appear in the
fingers, hands or wrists.