User manual HUSQVARNA 235 P

[. . . ] Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Always wear: • • • A protective helmet where there is a risk of falling objects Approved hearing protection Approved eye protection Only use non-metallic, flexible cutting attachments, i. e. trimmer heads with trimmer cord. Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets. Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying out any checks or maintenance. Always wear approved protective gloves. Max. [. . . ] The blade should be angled forward a little. 2 Grass clearing The support hook should hang around 20 cm below your hip so that the blade is parallel to the ground. H H • To dismantle, follow the instructions in the reverse order. Adjusting the harness and clearing saw ! WARNING!When using a clearing saw it must always be hooked securely to the harness. Otherwise you will be unable to control the clearing saw safely and this can result in injury to yourself or others. Never use a harness with a defective quick release. Correct balance 1 Forestry clearing Move the suspension ring on the machine forward or backward. It is easier to avoid sawing into the ground if the blade is balanced a few dm above the ground. 2 Grass clearing Let the blade balance at a comfortable cutting height, i. e. close to the ground. Quick release At the front is an easily accessible, quick release. Use this if the engine catches fire or in any other emergency situation that requires you to free yourself from the machine and harness. English – 19 FUEL HANDLING Fuel safety Never start the machine: 1 2 If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate. If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes, change your clothes. The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine and must always been run using a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke 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. • • ! WARNING!Fuel and fuel fumes are highly inflammable and can cause serious injury when inhaled or allowed to come in contact with the skin. For this reason observe caution when handling fuel and make sure there is adequate ventilation. 10 15 20 US gallon 1 2 1/2 5 20 – English FUEL HANDLING Mixing • • Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. Always start by filling half the amount of the gasoline to be used. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling the machine’s fuel tank. Fueling ! WARNING!Taking the following precautions, will lessen the risk of fire: Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel. Always shut off the engine before refuelling. Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling. When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess pressure is released gently. [. . . ] Check and clean the spark arrestor screen on the muffler (only applies to mufflers fitted with a catalytic converter). Daily Weekly Monthly maintenance maintenance maintenance X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X English – 33 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Technical data Engine Cylinder displacement, cu. in/cm3 Cylinder bore, inch/mm Stroke, inch/mm Idle speed, rpm Recommended max. speed, rpm Speed of output shaft, rpm Max. to ISO 8893, kW/ rpm Catalytic converter muffler Speed-regulated ignition system Ignition system Manufacturer/type of ignition system Spark plug Electrode gap, inch/mm Fuel and lubrication system Manufacturer/type of carburetor Fuel tank capacity, US pint/litre Weight Weight without fuel, cutting attachment and guard, Lbs/kg Sound levels (see note 1) Equivalent noise pressure level at the operator’s ear, measured according to EN/ISO 11806 and ISO 7917, dB(A), min. /max. : Vibration levels Vibration levels at handles, measured according to ANSI B175. 3-1997, m/s2 At idle, left/right handles, min. : At idle, left/right handles, max. : At max. [. . . ]