User manual HUSQVARNA 125 E

[. . . ] Operator’s Manual 125E Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. English CONTENTS Contents CONTENTS Contents . 5 Checking, maintaining and servicing the machine’s safety equipment . 18 Adjusting the edger’s cutting depth 19 Maintenance schedule . 22 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 emissions requirements. [. . . ] S When the engine is switched off, keep your hands and feet away from the blade until it has stopped. S Always keep the blade close to the ground. 10 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions after completing work S Ensure the blade has stopped before cleaning, making repairs or an inspection. S Only use original spare parts during repair. 11 KNOW YOUR EDGER 4 1 3 2 5 8 9 6 10 11 16 4 20 1 18 19 17 3 7 15 13 14 12 Know your edger 1. Blade Grease filler cap Bevel gear Blade guard Shaft Loop handle Throttle control Stop switch Throttle lock Cylinder cover Starter handle 12. Fuel tank Choke control Primer bulb Air filter cover Handle adjustment Locking nut Flat washer Spring washer Depth adjustment knob 2-stroke engine oil Operator’s manual (EPA) 21 22 12 ASSEMBLY NOTE: Make sure unit is assembled correctly as shown in this manual. Assembling the loop handle S Position the handle on the shaft. Note that the handle must be mounted between the two arrows on the shaft. While holding the screwdriver in position, remove locking nut by turning clockwise. Remove both washers (C and D) and the blade (B) from the output shaft. S Fit the screw, securing plate and wing nut as shown in the diagram. S Tighten the wing nut. B C D E Assembling the blade WARNING: The blade will continue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released. To avoid serious injury, make sure the blade has stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug before performing work on the blade. 5. Tighten locking nut firmly with a wrench while holding screwdriver in position. If the blade binds against the shield, or appears to be uneven, the blade is not centered, and you must reinstall. WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving. WARNING: Under no circumstances should the edger be used without the blade guard installed. 1. Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the side of the bevel gear by rotating the dust cup (A). This will keep the output shaft from turning while loosening the locking nut (E). 13 FUEL HANDLING Fuel mixture CAUTION!The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine and must always be run using a mixture of gasoline and twostroke engine oil. It is important to accurately measure the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct mixture is obtained. When mixing small amounts of fuel, even small inaccuracies can drastically affect the ratio of the mixture. S Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling the machine’s fuel tank. WARNING: Gasoline Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when handling fuel. CAUTION!Always use high quality unleaded gasoline. S This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. If you run the engine on lower octane rating than 87, “knocking” can occur. This leads to an increased engine temperature, which can result in a serious engine breakdown. [. . . ] (2) Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the operator’s manual or instruction sheet furnished by Husqvarna. (3) Alterations or modifications that change the intended use of the product or affects the product’s performance, operation, safety, or durability, or causes the product to fail to comply with any applicable laws. (4) Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the above. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER. [. . . ]