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Operator’s manual 129DJx Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. ( ( ( ( A A A A 0 0 0 0 5 5 5 5 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 8 8 8 8 C C C C S S S S H H H H V V V V ) ) ) )
KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine and/or in Arrows which show limits for handle positioning. the manual: WARNING! Clearing saws, Other symbols/decals on the brushcutters and trimmers can be machine refer to special certification dangerous! Careless or incorrect use requirements for certain markets.
CONTENTS Contents Note the following before starting: KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine and/or in the manual: ... 2 Please read the operator’s manual carefully. CONTENTS Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission Contents ............... 3 control devices and system may be performed by any Note the following before starting: ......
Dear customer! Congratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Huskvarna River, for production of muskets.
WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the grass trimmer? Trimmer head 12 Starter housing Grease filler cap, bevel gear 13 Starter handle Bevel gear 14 Fuel tank Cutting attachment guard 15 Air filter cover Shaft 16 Primer bulb Shaft coupling 17 Choke control Loop handle 18 Drive disc...
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important WARNING! Never allow children to use or be in the vicinity of the machine. As the IMPORTANT! machine is equipped with a spring- loaded stop switch and can be started by The machine is only designed for grass trimming and low speed and force on the starter grass clearing.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GLOVES WARNING! Never use a machine with Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when fitting faulty safety equipment. The machine’s cutting attachments. safety equipment must be checked and maintained as described in this section. If your machine fails any of these checks contact your service agent to get it repaired.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS See instructions under the heading Start. Start the Muffler machine and apply full throttle. Release the throttle and check that the cutting attachment stops and remains at a standstill. If the cutting attachment rotates with the throttle in the idle position then the carburettor idle setting must The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum be checked.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Cutting equipment WARNING! The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be This section describes how to choose and maintain your carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these cutting equipment in order to: elements in the event of a damaged •...
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General rules Trimmer head IMPORTANT! Always ensure the trimmer line is wound tightly and Only use cutting attachments with the guards we evenly around the drum, otherwise the machine will recommend! See the chapter on Technical data. generate harmful vibration.
ASSEMBLY Fitting the loop handle Fitting the suspension ring • Clip the loop handle onto the shaft. Note that the loop Fit the suspension ring between the rear handle and the handle must be fitted between the arrows on the shaft. loop handle.
ASSEMBLY Dismantling: Fitting the trimmer guard and trimmer head • Loosen the coupling by turning the knob (at least 3 times). • Fit the correct trimmer guard (A) for use with the trimmer head. Hook the trimmer guard/combination guard onto the fitting on the shaft and secure with the bolt (L).
ASSEMBLY Fitting a blade guard, grass blade and grass cutter • Hook the blade guard/combination guard (A) onto the fitting on the shaft and secure with the bolt. CAUTION! Use the recommended blade guard. See the Technical data section. • Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft.
Two-stroke oil long-term storage, if the machine is not under close • For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA supervision and when performing all service two-stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for measures.
FUEL HANDLING Mixing Fueling • 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. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix WARNING! Taking the following (shake) the fuel mixture.
STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting Starting a cold engine Primer bulb: Press the air purge repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the bulb (about 10 times). The bulb need not be completely filled. • Check that the trimmer head and trimmer guard are not damaged or cracked.
STARTING AND STOPPING 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. Starting a warm engine Primer bulb: Press the air purge repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the bulb (about 10 times).
WORKING TECHNIQUES General working instructions Always hold the machine with both hands. Hold the machine on the right side of your body. IMPORTANT! This section describes the basic safety precautions for working with brush cutters and trimmers. If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an expert.
WORKING TECHNIQUES Basic working techniques • Let the support cup rest lightly against the ground. It is used to protect the blade from hitting the ground. Always slow the engine to idle speed after each working • Reduce the risk of material wrapping around the blade operation.
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WORKING TECHNIQUES Cutting • The trimmer is ideal for cutting grass that is difficult to reach using a normal lawn mower. Keep the line parallel to the ground when cutting. Avoid pressing the trimmer head against the ground as this can ruin the lawn and damage the tool.
MAINTENANCE Carburetor cause fire if directed against dry and combustible material. Adjustment of the idle speed Before any adjustments are made, make sure that the air filter is clean and the air filter cover is fitted. Adjust the idle speed using the idle adjustment screw T, if it is necessary to readjust.
MAINTENANCE Cooling system mm). The spark plug should be replaced after about a year in operation or earlier if necessary. To keep the working temperature as low as possible the machine is equipped with a cooling system. CAUTION! Always use the recommended spark plug type! Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/ cylinder.
See instructions under the heading Oiling the air filter. Oiling the air filter Always use HUSQVARNA filter oil, art. no. 531 00 92-48. The filter oil contains a solvent to make it spread evenly through the filter. You should therefore avoid skin contact.
MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance that must be performed on the machine. Most of the items are described in the Maintenance section. Weekly Monthly Annual Maintenance maintenance maintenance maintenance Clean the outside of the machine. Make sure the throttle trigger lock and the throttle function correctly from a safety point of view.
If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced the part will be repaired or replaced by Husqvarna Forest by Husqvarna Forest & Garden. & Garden at no cost. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty is warranted for the remainder of the OWNER′S WARRANTY...
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EPA may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. Husqvarna Forest & Garden will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part.