Husqvarna K950 Operator's Manual

Husqvarna K950 Operator's Manual

Husqvarna power cutter operator's manual

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Oper ator ' s manual
K950
Please r ead the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the
E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h
instructions before using the machine.

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  • Page 1 Oper ator ′ s manual K950 Please r ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h...
  • Page 2: Key To Symbols

    Key to symbols WARNING! The machine can be a dangerous tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, which can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Always wear: •...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Key to symbols ... CONTENTS Contents ... WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the power cutter? ... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Steps before using a new power cutter..Personal protective equipment ... Machine′s safety equipment ... Checking, maintaining and servicing the machine′s safety equipment ...
  • Page 4: What Is What

    What is what on the power cutter? 1 Cylinder cover 2 Muffler 3 Fuel tank 4 Start throttle lock 5 Choke 6 Throttle lockout 7 Stop switch 8 Cutting head 9 Cutting arm 10 Belt tensioner 11 Cutting blade 12 Throttle control 4 –...
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Do not use the power cutter if the idle speed is not adjusted correctly! • Let your Husqvarna dealer regularly check the power cutter and make essential adjustments and repairs. WARNING! Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer.
  • Page 6: Machine's Safety Equipment

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Machine′s safety equipment This section describes the machine′s safety 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.
  • Page 7: Checking, Maintaining And Servicing The Machine's Safety Equipment

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Checking, maintaining and servicing the machine′s safety equipment WARNING! All servicing and repair work on the machine requires special training. This is especially true of the machine′s safety equipment. If your machine fails any of the checks described below you must contact your service agent.
  • Page 8: General Safety Precautions

    Contact your local petrol station to find out where to dispose of excess fuel. • Always use a Husqvarna fuel container with an anti-spill valve. WARNING! Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosion and inhaling fumes. Stop the engine before fuelling.
  • Page 9: General Working Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General working instructions WARNING! This section describes basic safety directions for using a power cutter. This information is never a substitute for professional skills and experience. If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop and seek expert advice. Contact your dealer, service agent or an experienced power cutter user.
  • Page 10 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Move the blade slowly forwards and backwards to achieve a small contact area between the blade and the material to be cut. This reduces the temperature of the blade and ensures effective cutting. • Feed down the machine in line with the blade. Pressure from the side can damage the blade and is very dangerous.
  • Page 11: Cutting Blades

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Pinching/rotation If the cut is pressed together this can lead to jamming. The machine can be pulled down suddenly with a very powerful jerk. How to avoid pinching Support the work piece in such a way that the cut remains open during the cutting operation and when the cut is finished.
  • Page 12: Diamond Blades

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Ensure the blade it not cracked or damaged in any other way. Test the abrasive disc by hanging it on your finger and tapping it lightly with a screwdriver or the like. If the disc does not produce a resonant, ringing sound it is damaged. Diamond blades Diamond blades consist of a steel body provided with segments that contain industrial diamonds.
  • Page 13: Assembly

    Do not use different dimensions of flange washers. Fitting the cutting blade Husqvarna cutting blades are manufactured and approved for freehand cutting. The paper labels on each side of the blade are there to distribute the pressure from the flange washer and prevent the blade from slipping.
  • Page 14: Fuel Handling

    This gives rise to a high engine temperature, which can result in serious engine damage. Two-stroke oil • For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two- stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for our air- cooled two-stroke engines. •...
  • Page 15: Starting And Stopping

    STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping WARNING! Note the following before starting: Do not start the power cutter without the belt guard fitted. Otherwise the clutch could come loose and cause personal injuries. Always move the machine away from the refuelling area before starting.
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    Never start the engine when the belt pulley and clutch are removed for maintenance. Carburettor Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful emissions. After the engine has used 8-10 tanks of fuel the engine will be run-in. To ensure that it continues to run at peak...
  • Page 17: Fuel Filter

    In order to obtain a good filtering effect, the filter must be replaced regularly or cleaned and oiled. A special HUSQVARNA oil has been produced for this purpose. Remove the foam plastic filter. Wash the filter well in tepid soapy water.
  • Page 18: Starter

    Starter WARNING! When the recoil spring is wound up in the starter housing it is under tension and can, if handled carelessly, pop out and cause personal injury. Always be careful when changing the recoil spring or the starter cord. Always wear protective goggles.
  • Page 19: Spark Plug

    Spark plug The spark plug condition is influenced by: • Incorrect carburettor adjustment. • Wrong fuel mixture (too much oil). • A dirty air filter. These factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes, which may result in operating problems and starting difficulties.
  • Page 20: General Maintenance Instructions

    MAINTENANCE General maintenance instructions Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. If you have more questions, contact your service agent. Daily maintenance 1 Check that the components of the throttle control work smoothly (throttle control and throttle trigger lock). 2 Check the tension of the drive belt.
  • Page 21: Technical Data

    1/2 idling and 1/2 max speed. Cutting equipment Cutting blade Max. peripheral speed, m/s 12” (300 mm) 14” (350 mm) 16” (400 mm) TECHNICAL DATA K950 93,6 2500 9750±250 4,5/9000 NGK BPMR 7A Tillotson HS 282A...
  • Page 22: Ec-Declaration Of Conformity

    Husqvarna Construction Products, SE-433 81 Partille, Sweden, tel: +46-31-949000, declares under sole responsibility that the power cutter K950 from year 2006 serial numbers and onward (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the rating plate with subsequent serial number) conforms with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVE: •...
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