This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives. 545196777 Rev. 2 4/30/09 Only intended for trimmer heads. Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community’s Directive. The machine’s emission is specified in the Technical data section and on label.
... . 545196777 Rev. 2 4/30/09 Note the following before starting: Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice.
WHAT IS WHAT? Know your trimmer 1. Trimmer head 12. Starter handle 2. Grease filler cap 13. Fuel tank 3. Bevel gear 14. Choke control 4. Cutting attachment guard 15. Primer bulb 5. Upper shaft 16. Air filter cover 6. Lower shaft 17.
Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT! Whenever you use a clear- ing saw, brushcutter or trimmer you must wear personal protective equipment that is approved by the authorities. Personal protective equipment does not eliminate...
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Machine’s safety equipment This section describes the machine’s safe- ty equipment, its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the “What is what” section to locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine.
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See the section on “Technical data”. If an incorrect or faulty guard is fitted this can cause serious personal injury. Use of incorrectly wound trimmer line or an incorrect cutting attachment increases the level of vibration. WARNING: Overexposure to...
S The length of the trimmer line is also im- portant. A longer trimmer line requires greater engine power than a shorter trimmer line of the same diameter.
ASSEMBLY NOTE: Make sure unit is assembled cor- rectly as shown in this manual. Fitting the loop handle S Clip the loop handle onto the shaft. Note that the loop handle must be fitted be- tween the arrows on the shaft. ENGINE S Slide the spacer into the slot in the loop handle.
S Insert hex wrench (G) in the hole to lock the shaft. S Screw on the trimmer head (H) in the op- posite direction to the direction of rota- tion. S To dismantle, follow the instructions in the reverse order.
HUSQVARNA two- -stroke oil, which is specially formulated for our two- -stroke engines. Mixture 1:50 (2%). S If HUSQVARNA two- -stroke oil is not avail- able, you may use another two-stroke oil of good quality that is intended for air cooled engines.
FUEL HANDLING Mixing S Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. S Always start by flling half the amount of the petrol to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of petrol.
(CAUTION! Not with your foot). Then grip the starter handle with your right hand and pull the starter cord. S Check that the trimmer head and trimmer guard are not damaged or cracked. Replace the trimmer head or trimmer guard if they have been exposed to impact or are cracked.
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STARTING AND STOPPING NOTE: If engine dies, return blue engine choke lever to the closed position and repeat starting steps. CAUTION! Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended. This can damage the machine.
Grass trimming with a trimmer head Trimming S Hold the trimmer head just above the ground at an angle. It is the end of the trimmer line that does the work. Let the trimmer line work at its own pace. Never press the trimmer line into the area to be cut.
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S Do not allow the trimmer head to con- - stantly come into contact with the ground during normal cutting. Constant contact of this type can cause damage and wear to the trimmer head.
Carburetor Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that re- duce harmful emissions. After the engine has used 8- -10 tanks of fuel, the engine will be run- -in.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Mufflers fitted with catalytic converters get very hot during use and remain so for some time after stopping. This also applies at idle speed. Contact can result in burns to the skin. Re- member the risk of fire! WARNING: The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may...
However, be- fore using the machine you should check that the bevel gear is filled three- -quarters full with grease. Use HUSQVARNA special grease. The grease in the bevel gear does not nor- mally need to be changed except if repairs are carried out.
Check that the guard is undamaged and not cracked. Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is cracked. Check that the trimmer head is undamaged and not cracked. Replace the trimmer head if necessary. Check that nuts and screws are tight.
NOTE! The noise pressure level at operator’s ear and vibrations on the handles are mea- sured with all the approved cutting attachments for the machine. The table indicates the lowest and highest values. 545196777 Rev. 2 4/30/09 128LDX 28,7 2800- -3200 11000...
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EC Declaration of Conformity (Only applies to Europe) We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46- -36- -146000, as authorised representative in the Community, declare that the grass trimmer model Husqvarna 128LDX from serial numbers 2009- -031N00001 and onwards (the year is clearly stated on the rating plate, followed by the serial number), comply with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S...
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Trimmer Head Line Loading Instructions 545196777 Rev. 2 4/30/09 English--- 23...