Husqvarna 343F, 343R Cutting attachment guard, Vibration damping system, Quick release, Muffler

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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.

Check that the guard is undamaged and not cracked. Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is cracked.

Always use the recommended guard for the cutting attachment you are using. See chapter on Technical data.

WARNING! Never use a cutting attachment

!without an approved guard. See the chapter on Technical data. If an incorrect or faulty guard is fitted this can cause serious personal injury.

Vibration damping system

Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation easier.

Use of incorrectly wound cord or an incorrect cutting attachment increases the level of vibration. See instructions under the heading Cutting equipment.

The machine′s vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and the machine′s handle unit.

Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or deformation. Check that the vibration damping element is undamaged and securely attached.

WARNING! 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. The risk increases at low temperatures.

Quick release

There is an easily accessible, quick release fitted at the front as a safety precaution in case the engine catches fire, or in any other situation that requires you to free yourself from the machine and harness. See instructions under the heading Adjusting the harness and clearing saw. Certain harnesses also have a quick release fitted to the support hook.

Check that the harness straps are correctly positioned. Once the harness and machine have been adjusted, check that the harness quick release works correctly.

Muffler

The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. A muffler fitted with a catalytic converter is also designed to reduce harmful exhaust gases.

In countries that have a warm and dry climate there is a significant risk of fire. We therefore fit certain mufflers with a spark arrestor screen. Check whether the muffler on your machine is fitted with this kind of screen.

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Contents 343F 345FX 345FXT 343FR 343R 345RX EnglishKEY to Symbols SymbolsContents Introduction Dear customerWhat is WHAT? What is what on the clearing saw? 343R, 345RXWhat is what on the clearing saw? 343F, 345FX, 345FXT What is what on the clearing saw? 343FR General Safety Precautions Personal protective equipmentStop switch Machine′s safety equipmentThrottle lockout Quick release Cutting attachment guardVibration damping system MufflerLocking nut Locking screwCutting equipment Cutting equipmentSharpening grass cutters and grass blades Sharpening the saw blade Trimmer headAssembling the handlebar and throttle AssemblyTransport position, handlebar Assembling the cutting equipment 343F, 345FX, 345FXT Fitting the blade guard and saw blade343FR, 343R, 345RX Fitting other guards and cutting attachments Adjusting the harness and clearing sawStandard harness Triobalance harness Adjusting the harnessCorrect balance Fuel Handling Fuel safetyFuel Fueling MixingStarting and stopping Starting and StoppingCheck before starting Cold engineStopping StartingHeated handles General working instructions Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques ABC of clearingForestry clearing using a saw blade Working methodsGrass clearing using a grass blade Brush cutting with a saw bladeGrass trimming with a trimmer head TrimmingMaintenance CarburetorAdjusting the start throttle speed 343FR, 343R, 345RX Fine adjustment of the idle speed TCorrectly adjusted carburetor High speed jet HCooling system Cleaning the air filterMuffler Air filterSpark plug Bevel gearDrive shaft Winter useTemperature 0C 32F or colder Maintenance schedule Maintenance Daily Weekly MonthlyTechnical Data Technical data345FX 345FXT Engine 343FR Centre hole in blades/cutters, Ø 25,4 mm Technical Data Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and ObligationsPage ~ 3,5 m 095-.130Clic 35-50 NM Page Mm 9,0 m Mm 7,5 m Mm 6,0 m 15 cm 10 m 10 cm 15 cm Clic 1150276-95 ´z+Re¶5p¨ ´z+Re¶5p¨