Husqvarna 326ES manual Basic working techniques, Safety instructions while working

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WORKING TECHNIQUES

To ensure that people, animals, etc., do not come into contact with the cutting attachment or loose objects that are thrown out by the cutting attachment.

CAUTION! Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help in the event of an accident.

2Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc.

3Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc.) in case you have to move suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping ground.

4The engine must be switched off before moving.

5Never put the machine down with the engine running unless you have it in clear sight.

Basic working techniques

Safety instructions while working

Always ensure you have a safe and stable working position.

Always hold the machine with both hands. Hold the machine on the right side of your body.

Use your right hand to control the throttle setting.

Make sure that your hands and feet do not come near the cutting attachment when the engine is running.

When the engine is switched off, keep your hands and feet away from the cutting attachment until it has stopped completely.

Always carry out edging at full throttle.

Always keep the blade close to the ground.

Always slow the engine to idle speed after each working operation. Long periods at full throttle without any load on the engine (i.e. without the resistance that the cutting attachment exerts on the engine when you are using the machine) can lead to serious engine damage.

Be especially careful when pulling the edger towards you during work.

If any foreign object is hit or if vibrations occur stop the machine immediately. Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug. Check that the machine is not damaged. Repair any damage.

WARNING! Sometimes grass or stones

! can get trapped in the cutter guard and cutter. Always stop the engine before cleaning.

WARNING! Watch out for thrown objects.

! Always wear approved eye protection. Never lean over the cutting attachment guard. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be thrown up into the eyes causing blindness or serious injury.

1151020-95 Rev. 2 2008-03-10

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Contents 326ES 326EX-series Symbols KEY to SymbolsContents Dear customer IntroductionWhat is what? 326Ex What is WHAT?What is what? 326ES Personal protective equipment General Safety PrecautionsThrottle lockout Machine′s safety equipmentCutting attachment guard Stop switchVibration damping system Cutting equipment MufflerLocking screw 326ES Locking nut 326ExAssembling the angle gear 326ES AssemblyFitting the loop handle Assembling the angle gear 326ExAssembling the blade 326Ex Assembling the cutting equipmentAssembling the blade 326ES Fuel Handling Fuel safetyFuel Mixing FuelingStarting Starting and StoppingCheck before starting Starting and stoppingStopping General working instructions Working TechniquesBasic working techniques Safety instructions while workingSafety instructions after completing work Carburetor MaintenanceHigh speed jet H Fine adjustment of the idle speed TCorrectly adjusted carburetor Low speed jet LCooling system MufflerSpark plug 326Ex 326ES Cleaning the air filterAir filter Angle gearAdjusting the edger’s cutting depth 326ES Adjusting the edger’s cutting depth 326ExLubricating the flexible drive shaft 326Ex Maintenance Daily Weekly Monthly Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical DataYour Warranty Rights and Obligations Emission Warranty Parts List Page Page 1151020-95