Husqvarna 324RX-Series - Manual (Page 12)

12 – English
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Correct balance
Let the cutting attachment rest lightly on the ground. If you
use a saw blade it should balance about 10 cm above the
ground to prevent contact with stones and the like. Adjust the
position of the support hook to balance the clearing saw
correctly.
Basic working techniques
• Always slow the engine to idle speed after each working
operation. Long periods at full throttle without any load on
the engine can lead to serious engine damage.
Terms
• Use a saw blade for cutting woody growth with thin stems.
• Use a grass cutter or grass blade for clearing grass.
• Use a trimmer head or plastic blades for lighter clearing
work, for example along verges or around trees.
The ABC of clearing
Always use the correct equipment.
Make sure the equipment is well adjusted.
Follow the safety precautions.
Organise your work carefully.
Always use full throttle when starting to cut with the blade.
Always use sharp blades.
Avoid stones.
Working methods
• Before you start clearing, check the clearing area, the
type of terrain, the slope of the ground, whether there are
stones, hollows etc.
• On sloping ground you should work along the slope. It is
much easier to work along a slope than it is to work up and
down it.
• The strip should be planned so that you avoid going over
ditches or other obstacles on the ground.
Brush cutting with a saw blade
• Cut through thin stems and brush. Work with a sawing
movement, swinging sideways.
• Avoid cutting with the area of the blade between the 12
o’clock and 3 o’clock positions.
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WARNING! Sometimes branches or grass
get caught between the guard and cutting
attachment. Always stop the engine before
cleaning.
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WARNING! Avoid cutting with the area of the
blade between the 12 o’clock and 3 o’clock
positions. Because of the speed of rotation
of the blade kickback can occur if you
attempt to cut thick stems with this area of
the blade.
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WARNING! If the blade jams in a stem, never
jerk the machine free. If you do this the
blade, bevel gear, shaft or handlebar may be
damaged. Release the handles, grip the
shaft with both hands and gently pull the
machine free.