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Oper ator ' s manual
525RX 525RXT 525RK
Please r ead the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions
before using the machine.
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

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  • Page 1 Oper ator ′ s manual 525RX 525RXT 525RK Please r ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. 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 T O SYMBOLS Symbols Only use non-metallic, flexible cutting attachments, i.e. trimmer WARNING! Clearing saws, heads with trimmer cord. brushcutters and trimmers can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Air purge Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Contents Note the f ollowing before starting: KEY TO SYMBOLS Please read the oper ator's manual carefully. Symbols ..............2 W ARNING! Long-term exposure to noise CONTENTS can result in permanent hearing Contents ............... 3 impairment. So always use approved Note the following before starting: ......

  • Page 4: Intr Oduction

    The business concept is to develop, manufacture and market motor-driven products for forestry and gardening, as well as for the building and construction industry. Husqvarna ′ s aim is also to be at the front edge for ergonomics, usability, security and environmental protection. That is the reason why we have developed many different features to add to our products within these areas.

  • Page 5: Wha T Is What

    WHA T IS WHA T? 31 11 What is what on the brush cutter? Blade 17 Handle adjustment Grease filler cap, bevel gear 18 Locking nut Bevel gear 19 Support flange Cutting attachment guard 20 Support cup Shaft 21 Drive disc Handlebar 22 Trimmer head Throttle trigger...

  • Page 6: General Safety Preca Utions

    GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS Impor tant W ARNING! 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 trimming grass, grass low speed and force on the starter clearing and/or forestry clearing.

  • Page 7: Machine ' S Safety Equipment

    GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS EYE PR OTECTION IMPOR TANT! Always wear approved eye protection. If you use a visor All servicing and repair work on the machine requires then you must also wear approved protective goggles. special training. This is especially true of the machine ′ s Approved protective goggles must comply with the ANSI safety equipment.
  • Page 8 GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS Press the throttle loc kout and make sure it returns to its Cutting attac hment guard original position when you release it. This guard is intended to prevent loose objects from being thrown towards the operator. The guard also protects the operator from accidental contact with the cutting attachment.
  • Page 9 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler. WARNING! Overexposure to vibration can lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage in people who have impaired circulation. Contact your doctor if you experience symptoms of overexposure to vibration. These symptoms include numbness, loss of feeling, tingling, pricking, pain, loss of strength, changes in skin colour or condition.

  • Page 10: Cutting Equipment

    GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Grass blades and grass knifes are intended for cutting WARNING! Bear in mind that: coarse grass. The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks which can start a fire. Never start the machine indoors or near combustible material! A trimmer head is intended for trimming grass.
  • Page 11 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Sharpening grass knifes and grass heavily pitted by stones it may be necessary to dress the top edges of the teeth with a flat file, in exceptional blades cases. If so, this should be done before filing with a round file.

  • Page 12: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Fitting the handlebar • Put on the harness and hang the machine from the support hook. Now make a final adjustment so that the machine is in a comfortable working position when it hangs from the harness. Tighten the knob. •...

  • Page 13: Assembling The Cutting Equipment

    ASSEMBLY Dismantling Fitting a blade guard, grass blade and grass cutter • Loosen the coupling by turning the knob (at least 3 times). • Push and hold the button (C). While securely holding the engine end, pull the attachment straight out of the coupling.

  • Page 14: Fitting The Blade Guard And Saw Blade

    ASSEMBLY Fitting the blade guard and saw in the opposite direction to the direction of rotation (Caution! left-hand thread). blade • When loosening and tightening the saw blade nut, there is a risk of injury from the teeth of the saw blade. You should therefore always ensure that your hand is shielded by the blade guard when doing this.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Harness And Brush Cutter

    ASSEMBLY • Screw on the trimmer head/plastic blades (H) in the Correct height opposite direction to the direction of rotation. Adjust the shoulder strap so that the cutting attachment is parallel to the ground. • To dismantle, follow the instructions in the reverse order.

  • Page 16: Fuel Handling

    The transport guard must always be fitted to the cutting attachment when the machine is being Two-stroke oil transported or in storage. • For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA • Secure the machine during transport. two-stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for •...

  • Page 17: Fueling

    FUEL HANDLING Mixing Fueling • Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. • Always start by filling half the amount of the petrol to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix WARNING! Taking the following (shake) the fuel mixture.

  • Page 18: Starting And Stopping

    STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting Starting and stopping Check the blade to ensure that no cracks have formed at WARNING! The complete clutch cover the bottom of the teeth or by the centre hole. The most and shaft must be fitted before the common reason why cracks are formed is that sharp machine is started, otherwise the clutch corners have been formed at the bottom of the teeth while...
  • Page 19 STARTING AND STOPPING Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your Stopping left hand (CAUTION! Not with your foot!). The engine is stopped by pushing the stop switch to the Grip the starter handle, slowly pull out the cord with your stop position.

  • Page 20: Working Techniques

    WORKING TECHNIQUES General working instructions Take great care when cutting a tree that is in tension. A tree that is in tension may spring back to its normal position before or after being cut. If you position IMPORTANT! yourself incorrectly or make the cut in the wrong place This section describes the basic safety precautions for the tree may hit you or the machine and cause you to lose control.
  • Page 21 WORKING TECHNIQUES The ABC of clearing Working methods • Always use the correct equipment. WARNING! Machines fitted with saw • Make sure the equipment is well adjusted. blades or grass blades can be thrown violently to the side when the blade •...
  • Page 22 WORKING TECHNIQUES • To fell to the right, the bottom of the tree should be pushed to the left. Tilt the blade and bring it diagonally up to the right. Cut with the area of the blade between 3 o’clock and 5 o’clock so that the direction of rotation of the blade pushes the bottom of the tree to the left.
  • Page 23 WORKING TECHNIQUES Brush cutting with a saw blade • Let the support cup rest lightly against the ground. It is used to protect the blade from hitting the ground. • Reduce the risk of material wrapping around the blade by following these instructions: •...
  • Page 24 WORKING TECHNIQUES Cutting • The trimmer is ideal for cutting grass that is difficult to reach using a normal lawn mower. Keep the cord parallel to the ground when cutting. Avoid pressing the trimmer head against the ground as this can ruin the lawn and damage the tool.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Carburettor CAUTION! If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine is idling the idle adjustment screw T should be Your Husqvarna product has been designed and turned anti-clockwise until the cutting attachment stops. manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful Adjustment of the idle speed emissions.

  • Page 26: Cooling System

    MAINTENANCE Some mufflers are equipped with a special spark arrestor The cooling system consists of: mesh. If your machine has this type of muffler, you should Air intake on the starter. clean the mesh at least once a week. This is best done Fins on the flywheel.

  • Page 27: Air Filter

    However, before using the machine you and dirt in order to avoid: should check that the bevel gear is filled three-quarters • Carburettor malfunctions. full with grease. Use HUSQVARNA special grease. • Starting problems. • Loss of engine power.

  • Page 28: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance steps that must be performed on the machine. Most of the items are described in the Maintenance section. The user must only carry out the maintenance and service work described in this Operator's Manual.

  • Page 29: Technical D Atat Echnical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Technical data 525RX 525RXT 525RK Engine Cylinder displacement, cm 25,4 25,4 25,4 Cylinder bore, mm Stroke, mm Idle speed, rpm 3000 3000 3000 Recommended max. speed, rpm 9500/11000 9500/11000 9500/11000 Trimmer head/Grass blade Speed of output shaft, rpm...

  • Page 30: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declare that the brush cutters Husqvarna 525RX, 525RXT, 525RK with serial numbers dating from 2016 onwards (the year is clearly stated on the rating plate, followed by the serial number), comply with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVE: - of May 17, 2006 ”relating to machinery”...
  • Page 32 Alloy ø 2,0 - 2,4 mm/ .080-.095" ø 2,0 - 3,3 mm/ .080- .130" 550 mm/ 22"...
  • Page 33 Super Auto II Super Auto II 1 " 4,0 m 15 cm ~2,0 m 6 " 6,5 ' 15 cm 6 "...
  • Page 34 6,0 m 10 cm 4" 3,05 m "Clic" 15 cm 6"...
  • Page 35 T35, T35x 8,5 m 10 cm 4" 4,3 m "Clic" 15 cm 6"...
  • Page 36 Original instructions 1154807-26 ´®z+Vph¶6n¨ ´®z+Vph¶6n¨ 2016-04-26...

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