Husqvarna 324L Maintenance Manual: Oil Capacity, Oil Change, and Spark Plug Replacement

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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 manual. More extensive work must be carried out by an authorised service workshop.

Maintenance

Daily

 

Weekly

Monthly

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Clean the outside of the machine.

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Make sure the throttle trigger lock and the throttle function correctly from a

 

X

 

 

safety point of view.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that the stop switch works correctly.

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that the handle and handlebar are undamaged and secured

 

X

 

 

correctly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that the cutting attachment does not rotate at idle.

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean the air filter. Replace if necessary.

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that the guard is undamaged and not cracked. Replace the guard if

 

X

 

 

it has been exposed to impact or is cracked.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that the trimmer head is undamaged and not cracked. Replace the

 

X

 

 

trimmer head if necessary.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that the locking nut of the cutting equipment is tighten correctly.

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that nuts and screws are tight.

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that there are no fuel leaks from the engine, tank or fuel lines.

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check the engine oil level and top up if necessary.

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check the starter and starter cord.

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that the vibration damping elements are not damaged.

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean the outside of the spark plug. Remove it and check the electrode

 

 

 

 

gap. Adjust the gap to 0,6-0,7 mm, or replace the spark plug. Check that

 

 

X

 

the spark plug is fitted with a suppressor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean the machine’s cooling system.

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean or replace the spark arrestor screen on the muffler (only applies to

 

 

X

 

mufflers without a catalytic converter).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean the outside of the carburettor and the space around it.

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that the bevel gear is filled three-quarters full with lubricant. Fill if

 

 

X

 

necessary using special grease.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check the fuel filter from contamination and the fuel hose from cracks or

 

 

 

X

other defects. Replace if necessary.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check all cables and connections.

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Check the clutch, clutch springs and the clutch drum for wear. Replace if

 

 

 

X

necessary by an autorized service workshop.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace the spark plug. Check that the spark plug is fitted with a

 

 

 

X

suppressor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check and clean the spark arrestor screen on the muffler (only applies to

 

 

 

X

mufflers fitted with a catalytic converter).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Change the engine oil.

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents 324LX-series 324LDX-series Symbols KEY to SymbolsContents Dear customer IntroductionWhat is what? What is WHAT?Personal protective equipment General Safety PrecautionsStop switch Machine′s safety equipmentThrottle lockout Cutting attachment guardMuffler Vibration damping systemCutting equipment Locking nutTrimmer head Fitting the loop handle AssemblyAssembling and dismantling the two-piece shaft 324LDx Assembling the cutting equipmentFitting other guards and cutting attachments Fitting a trimmer guard and Superauto II 1 trimmer headFuel Handling Fuel handlingFuel Fueling Check before starting Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping Cold engineWarm engine StartingStopping Working Techniques Basic safety rulesGeneral working instructions Basic working techniquesTrimming Grass trimming with a trimmer headMaintenance CarburetorMuffler Cooling system Cleaning the air filterSpark plug Two-piece shaftBevel gear Oiling the air filterMaintenance Daily Weekly Monthly Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical Data324Lx, 324LDx What is not Covered Federal and California Emissions Control Warranty Statement Super Auto Page S35 095-.106 ´z+R3¶5t¨ Page 1150261-95 ´z+R3¶5t¨ ´z+R3¶5t¨

324L, 324LD specifications

The Husqvarna 324L and 324LD are versatile and powerful trimmers designed for both professional landscapers and gardening enthusiasts. With their advanced features and technologies, they stand out as reliable tools for maintaining lawn aesthetics and tackling tough vegetation.

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Husqvarna has integrated several cutting-edge technologies into these models for increased efficiency and ease of maintenance. The air purge system removes air from the carburetor and fuel system, facilitating smooth starting. The Smart Start technology reduces the resistance in the starter cord by up to 40%, making it easier to start the engine even in challenging conditions.

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