Operators Manual

PS-COS12 & PS-COS14

Unifire, Inc. 1-800-745-3282

3924 E. Trent Ave. 509-535-7746
Spokane, WA 99202 FAX: 509-535-9064
USA www.unifireusa.com
 KEY TO SYMBOLS
Key to symbols
Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special
WARNING! The machine can be a certication requirements for certain markets.
dangerous tool if used incorrectly or
carelessly, which can cause serious or
fatal injury to the operator or others.

Please read the operators manual

carefully and make sure you understand
the instructions before using the machine.

Always wear:
Protective helmet
Hearing protection
Protective goggles or a visor
Breathing mask

WARNING! Dust forms when cutting, this

can cause injuries if inhaled. Use an
approved breathing mask. Avoid inhaling
petrol fumes and exhaust fumes. Always
provide for good ventilation.

WARNING! Sparks from the cutting blade

can cause re in combustible materials
such as: petrol (gas), wood, dry grass etc.

Switch off the engine by moving the stop

switch to the STOP position before carrying
out any checks or maintenance.

Always wear protective gloves.

Regular cleaning is required.

Visual check.

Protective goggles or a visor must be worn.

Run position.

Stop, with the return spring to the operating

position.

Stop, in the xed position.

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 CONTENTS
Contents
KEY TO SYMBOLS
Key to symbols ............................................................. 2
CONTENTS
Contents ...................................................................... 3
WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the power cutter? ............................... 4
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Steps before using a new power cutter. ....................... 5
Personal protective equipment ..................................... 5
Machines safety equipment ........................................ 6
Checking, maintaining and servicing the machines
safety equipment .......................................................... 7
General safety precautions .......................................... 8
General working instructions ....................................... 9
Cutting blades .............................................................. 11
ASSEMBLY
Checking the drive axle and ange washers ............... 13
Fitting the cutting blade ................................................ 13
Guard for the blade ...................................................... 13
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel .............................................................................. 14
Fueling ......................................................................... 14
STARTING AND STOPPING
Starting and stopping ................................................... 15
MAINTENANCE
Tensioning the drive belt .............................................. 16
Replacing the drive belt ............................................... 16
Belt pulley and clutch ................................................... 16
Carburetor .................................................................... 16
Fuel lter ...................................................................... 17
Air lter ......................................................................... 17
Starter .......................................................................... 17
Spark plug .................................................................... 19
Cooling system ............................................................ 19
Mufer .......................................................................... 19
General maintenance instructions ............................... 20
TECHNICAL DATA
Cutting equipment ........................................................ 21
FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS ..... 22

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 WHAT IS WHAT?

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What is what on the power cutter?

1 Front handle 14 Fuel tank
2 Water tap 15 Automatic decompression valve
3 Warning decal 16 Guard for the blade
4 Air lter cover 17 Adjustment handle for guard
5 Cylinder cover 18 Belt guard
6 Choke 19 Water connection with lter
7 Throttle lockout 20 Cutting arm
8 Throttle control 21 Type plate
9 Start throttle lock 22 Belt tensioner
10 Stop switch 23 Cutting head
11 Starter handle 24 Cutting blade
12 Starter 25 Combination spanner
13 Mufer 26 Operators manual (EPA)

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Steps before using a new power cutter.
Please read the operators manual carefully.
Check the cutting blades mounting, see the chapter
Assembly.
Start the engine and check the idling setting, see
instructions under the heading Maintenance. When the
carburettor is set correctly the cutting blade should be still
while idling. Setting of the idle speed is described in the You will nd the following labels on your power cutter:
Operators Manual. Set the correct speed according to
these instructions. Do not use the power cutter if the idle
speed is not adjusted correctly!
Unifire dealer
Let your Husqvarna regularly
dealer check
regularly the power
check the power
cutter and make essential adjustments and repairs.

WARNING! Under no circumstances may the

! design of the machine be modied without
the permission of the manufacturer. Always
use genuine accessories. Non-authorized
modications and/or accessories can result
in serious personal injury or the death of the
operator or others.

WARNING! Use of products which cut, grind,

! drill, sand or shape material can generate
dust and vapors which may contain harmful The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the
chemicals. Know the nature of the material Emission Compliance label indicates the number of operating
being worked on and wear appropriate dust hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal
mask or respirator protection. emissions requirements. Category C = 50 hours, B = 125
hours, and A = 300 hours.
WARNING! A power cutter is a dangerous tool
!
Unifire Power
Husqvarna Blowers has
Construction a policyhas
Products of continuous product
a policy of continuous
if used carelessly or incorrectly and can cause development.
product Unifire reserves
development. thereserves
Husqvarna right to modify
the right to modify
serious, even fatal injuries. It is extremely the design and appearance of products without prior notice
important that you read and understand the and without further obligation introduce design modications.
contents of this Operators Manual.
All information and all data in the Operators Manual were
applicable at the time the Operators Manual was sent to print.
WARNING! The ignition system of this
! machine produces an electromagnetic eld
during operation. This eld may under some Personal protective equipment
circumstances interfere with pacemakers. To
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we WARNING! You must use approved personal
recommend persons with pacemakers to
consult their physician and the pacemaker ! protective equipment whenever you use the
machine. Personal protective equipment
manufacturer before operating this machine. cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will
reduce the degree of injury if an accident
WARNING! Some dust created by power does happen. Ask your dealer for help in

! sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other

construction activities contains chemicals
choosing the right equipment.

known (to the State of California) to cause Protective helmet

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
Hearing protection
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
Protective goggles or a visor
Lead from lead-based paints.
Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and
other masonry products.
Arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreated
lumber. Breathing mask
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust makes that are specially
designed to lter out microscopic material. 5
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Heavy-duty, rm grip gloves. Stop switch
Use the stop switch to switch off the engine.

Tight-tting, heavy-duty and comfortable clothing that

permits full freedom of movement.

Mufer

WARNING! The mufer gets very hot in use

! and remains so for a short time afterwards.
Do not touch the mufer if it is hot!
Use leg-guards recommended for the material to be cut.
Boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole The mufer is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum
and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user.

Always have a rst aid kit nearby.

WARNING! The exhaust fumes from the

! engine are hot and may contain sparks
which can start a re. Never start the
machine indoors or near combustible
material!
Machines safety equipment
This section describes the machines safety equipment, its
purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried IMPORTANT INFORMATION
out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the What is
For mufers it is very important that you follow the
what? section to locate where this equipment is positioned
instructions on checking, maintaining and servicing your
on your machine.
machine. See instructions under the heading Checking,
maintaining and servicing the machines safety equipment.
WARNING! Never use a machine that has
! faulty safety equipment! Carry out the
inspection, maintenance and service
WARNING! The inside of the mufer contain
routines listed in this section.
! chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid
contact with these elements in the event of a
Vibration damping system damaged mufer.
Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system
that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation Throttle lockout
easier.
The throttle trigger lock is designed to prevent accidental
The machines vibration damping system reduces the transfer
operation of the throttle. When the lock (A) is pressed in this
of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and
releases the throttle (B).
the machines handle unit.
A
The engine body, including the cutting equipment, is insulated
from the handles by vibration damping units.

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The trigger lock remains pressed in as long as the throttle is Stop switch
pressed. When the grip on the handle is released the throttle
trigger and the throttle trigger lock both return to their original Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you
positions. This is controlled by two independent return spring move the stop switch to the stop setting.
systems. This means that the throttle trigger is automatically
locked in the idle position.

Guard for the blade

Mufer
Never use a machine that has a faulty mufer.
This guard is tted above the cutting blade and is designed to
prevent parts of the blade or cutting fragments from being
thrown towards the user.

Regularly check that the mufer is securely attached to the

machine.

Checking, maintaining and servicing

the machines safety equipment
Throttle lockout
WARNING! All servicing and repair work on
! the machine requires special training. This is
especially true of the machines safety
Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting
when the throttle lockout is released.
equipment. If your machine fails any of the
checks described below you must contact
your service agent. When you buy any of our
products we guarantee the availability of
professional repairs and service. If the
retailer who sells your machine is not a
servicing dealer, ask him for the address of
your nearest service agent.
Press the throttle lockout and make sure it returns to its
original position when you release it.
Vibration damping system

Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or

deformation.
Check that the throttle control and throttle lockout move
Make sure the vibration damping units are securely attached
freely and that the return springs work properly.
to the engine unit and handle unit.
Keep the handles clean and dry.

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Start the power cutter and apply full throttle. Release the Transport and storage
throttle control and check that the cutting blade stops and
remains stationary. If the cutting blade rotates when the Do not store or transport the power cutter with the cutting
throttle is in the idle position you should check the blade tted.
carburettors idle adjustment. Store the power cutter in a lockable area so that it is out of
reach of children and unauthorised persons.
STOP
All blades should be removed from the cutter after use and
stored carefully. Store cutting blades in dry, frost free
conditions.
Special care should be taken with abrasive discs. Abrasive
discs must be stored on a at, level surface. If blades are
See instructions under the heading Maintenance. supplied with a backing pad then a spacer should be used to
keep them at. If an abrasive disc is stored in humid
Checking the blade guard conditions, this can cause imbalance and result in injury.
Inspect new blades for transport or storage damage.
WARNING! Always check that the guard is
! correctly tted before starting the machine.
Check that the cutting blade is tted
Fuel safety

correctly and does not show signs of

damage. A damaged cutting blade can cause
personal injury. See instructions under the
heading Assembly. (Refuelling/Fuel mixture/Storage.)

Check that the guard is complete and without any cracks or WARNING! Take care when handling fuel.
deformations.
! Bear in mind the risk of re, explosion and
inhaling fumes.
General safety precautions Never refuel the machine while the engine is running.
A power cutter is designed to cut hard materials, such as Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refuelling or
masonry. Observe the increased risk of kickback when mixing fuel (gasoline and 2-stroke oil).
cutting soft materials. See instructions under the heading
How to avoid kickback. Move the machine at least 10 ft (3 m) from the refuelling
point before starting it.
Do not use the power cutter until you have read the entire
contents of this Operators Manual.
All servicing, in addition to the points listed in the section
Control, maintenance and service of the power cutters
safety equipment, should be carried out by trained
service specialists.
Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk
alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect
your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination. Never start the machine:
Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions - If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow
under the heading Personal protective equipment. remaining fuel to evaporate.
Never use a machine that has been modied in any way - If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes, change
from its original specication. your clothes. Wash any part of your body that has come in
Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks, contact with fuel. Use soap and water.
maintenance and service instructions described in this - If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks
manual. Some maintenance and service measures must from the fuel cap and fuel lines.
be carried out by trained and qualied specialists. See
instructions under the heading Maintenance. Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there is
no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact with
Never allow anyone else to use the machine without rst sparks or naked ames, for example, from electrical
ensuring that they have understood the contents of the machinery, electric motors, electrical relays/switches or
operators manual. boilers.
Never use the machine indoors. Be aware of the dangers Always store fuel in an approved container designed for
of inhaling the engines exhaust fumes. that purpose.
When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank
must be emptied. Contact your local gas station to nd out
where to dispose of excess fuel.
fuel container
Always use a Husqvarna fuelwith an anti-spill
container with anvalve.
anti-spill
valve. 8
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WARNING! Bear in mind the risk of re, Cutting

! explosion and inhaling fumes. Stop the
engine before fuelling. Do not ll so that the WARNING! The safety distance for the power
fuel runs over. Wipe up all spillage on the
ground and machine. If you spill fuel on
yourself or your clothes. Change your
! cutter is 15 metres. You are responsible to
ensure that animals and onlookers are not
within the working area. Do not start cutting
clothes. Move the machine at least 3 metres until the working area is clear and you are
away from the refuelling area before starting. standing rmly.

General working instructions General

Start cutting with the machine running at maximum
speed.
Always hold the machine in a rm grip with both hands.
Hold it so that the thumbs and ngers grip round the
WARNING! This section describes basic
! safety directions for using a power cutter.
This information is never a substitute for
handles.

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. Do not attempt any task that you
feel unsure of!

Basic safety rules WARNING! Overexposure to vibration can

Look around you: ! lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage

in people who have impaired circulation.
- To ensure that people, animals or other things cannot affect Contact your doctor if you experience
your control of the machine. symptoms of overexposure to vibration.
- To make sure that none of the above come into contact with These symptoms include numbness, loss of
the cutting blade. feeling, tingling, pricking, pain, loss of
Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense strength, changes in skin colour or
fog, rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad condition. These symptoms normally appear
weather is tiring and can lead to dangerous conditions, in the ngers, hands or wrists.
e.g. slippery surfaces.
Never start to work with the power cutter before the
Cutting technique
working area is clear and you have a rm foothold. Look The technique described below is of a general character.
out for any obstacles with unexpected movement. Ensure Check information for each blade regarding individual cutting
when cutting that no material can become loose and fall, characteristics (for example, a diamond blades requires less
causing operating injury.Take great care when working on feeding pressure than an abrasive discs).
sloping ground.
Support the work piece in such a way that it is possible to
Make sure that no clothes or parts of the body come in
predict what will happen, and so that the cut remains open
contact with the cutting equipment when it is rotating.
while cutting.
Keep at a safe distance from the cutting equipment when
it is rotating.
The guard for the cutting equipment must always be on
when the machine is running.
Ensure that the working area is sufciently illuminated to
create a safe working environment.
Check that the blade is not in contact with anything when
WARNING! Do not move the machine when
! the cutting equipment is rotating.

the machine is started
Always cut at maximum speed.
Always ensure you have a safe and stable working Start cutting smoothly, allowing the machine to work
position. without forcing or pressing in the blade.
Make sure that no pipes or electrical cables are routed in
the area to be cut.

WARNING! Only use the machine in areas

! with good ventilation. Neglect can result in
serious injury or death.
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Move the blade slowly forwards and backwards to achieve How to avoid kickback
a small contact area between the blade and the material
to be cut. This reduces the temperature of the blade and
ensures effective cutting. WARNING! Kickback can happen very
! suddenly and violently; kicking the power
cutter and cutting blade back at the user. If
this happens when the cutting blade is
moving it can cause very serious, even fatal
injuries. It is vital you understand what
causes kickback and that you can avoid it by
taking care and using the right working
technique.
Feed down the machine in line with the blade. Pressure
from the side can damage the blade and is very
dangerous. What is kickback?
The word kickback is used to describe the sudden reaction
that causes the power cutter and cutting blade to be thrown
from an object when the upper quadrant of the blade, known
as the kickback zone, touches an object.

The guard for the cutting equipment should be adjusted so

that the rear section is ush with the work piece. Spatter
and sparks from the material being cut are then collected
up by the guard and led away from the user.
General rules
Never start to cut with the upper quadrant of the blade as
shown in the gure, also known as the kickback zone.

WARNING! Under all circumstances avoid

! grinding using the side of the blade; it will
almost certainly be damaged, break and can
cause immense damage. Only use the Always hold the machine in a rm grip with both hands.
cutting section. Hold it so that the thumbs and ngers grip round the
handles.
Do not pull the power cutter to one side, this
can cause the blade to jam or break
resulting in injury to people.

Sharpening diamond blades

Diamond blades can become dull when the wrong feeding
pressure is used or when cutting certain materials such as
heavily reinforced concrete. Working with a blunt diamond Keep a good balance and a rm foothold.
blade causes overheating, which can result in the diamond
segments coming loose. Always cut at maximum speed.
Sharpen the blade by cutting in a soft material such as Stand at a comfortable distance from the work piece.
sandstone or brick.
Take care when inserting the blade in an existing cut.
Blade vibration Never cut above shoulder height.
The blade can become out-of-round and vibrate if an Be alert to movement of the work piece or anything else
excessive feed pressure is used. that can occur, which could cause the cut to close and
pinch the blade.
A lower feed pressure can stop the vibration. Otherwise
replace the blade. The blade must be of the recommended Pull in
type for the material to be cut.
Pull in occurs when the discs lower section suddenly stops or
when the cut closes. (To avoid, see the heading Basic rules
and Jamming/rotation, here below.)

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Pinching/rotation Water cooling
If the cut is pressed together this can lead to jamming. The
machine can be pulled down suddenly with a very powerful WARNING! Water cooling, which is used
jerk.
! when cutting concrete, cools the blade and
increases its service life while also reducing
How to avoid pinching the formation of dust. Disadvantages include
Support the work piece in such a way that the cut remains difculties at very low temperatures, the risk
open during the cutting operation and when the cut is of damaging oors and other structural
nished. elements, and the risk of slipping.

After using an abrasive disc with water cooling, run the disc
dry for about half a minute. If an abrasive disc is stored in
humid conditions, this can cause imbalance and result in
injury.

High speed handheld machines

Our cutting blades are manufactured for high-speed, portable
Cutting blades power cutters. If blades from other manufacturers are used,
ensure that the blades conform to all regulations and
WARNING! A cutting blade may burst and demands that concern this type of power cutter.

! cause injury to the operator.

Special blades
Never use a cutting blade at a lower speed Some cutting blades are designed for stationary equipment
rating than that of the power cutter. and for use with attachments.Such cutting blades must not be
used on portable power cutters.
Never use a cutting blade for any other
purpose than that it was intended for. Always contact local authorities and make sure you are
following applicable directives.

WARNING! Cutting plastics with a diamond Abrasive discs

! blade or rescue blade can cause kickback
when the material melts due to the heat The cutting material on abrasive discs consists of grit bonded
produced when cutting and sticks to the using an organic binder. Reinforced blades are made up of
blade. a fabric or bre base that prevents total breakage at maximum
working speed if the blade should be cracked or damaged.
A cutting blades performance is determined by the type and
General size of abrasive corn, and the type and hardness of the
Cutting blades are available in two basic designs; abrasive bonding agent.
discs and diamond blades.
Abrasive discs, types and use
Use
Disc type Material Water cooling
Can be used to
Concrete, asphalt,
reduce dust. Run the
stone masonry, cast
disc dry for about a
iron, aluminium,
Concrete half minute after
copper, brass,
Always remove the cutting blade when the machine is using an abrasive
cables, rubber,
transported. disc with water
plastic, etc.
cooling.
Make sure that the right bushing is used for the cutting blade
to be tted on the machine. See the instructions under the Steel, steel alloys
heading Assembling the cutting blade. Metal and other hard NOT recommended
metals.
High-quality blades are often most economical. Lower quality
blades often have inferior cutting capacity and a shorter Check that the blade is approved for the same or higher
service life, which results in a higher cost in relation to the speed according to the aproval plate of the engine. Never use
quantity of material that is cut. a cutting blade with a lower speed rating than that of the
power cutter.

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Ensure the blade it not cracked or damaged in any other way. Diamond blades for dry cutting
Diamond blades for dry cutting are a new generation of
blades that do not require water cooling. However, the blades
will still be damaged by excessive heat. It is most economical
to allow the blade to cool by simply lifting it out from the cut
every 3060 seconds and letting it rotate in the air for 10
seconds.
Test the abrasive disc by hanging it on your nger 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.
Diamond blades ensure lower costs per cutting operation,
fewer blade changes and a constant cutting depth.
When using diamond blades make sure that it rotates in the
direction indicated by the arrow on the blade.

Always use a sharp diamond blade. Sharpen the blade by

cutting in a soft material such as sandstone or brick.
Diamond blades are available in several hardness classes. A
"soft" diamond blade has a relatively short service life and
large cutting capacity. It is used for hard materials such as
granite and hard concrete. A "hard" diamond blade has a
longer service life and reduced cutting capacity, and should
be used for soft materials such as brick and asphalt.

Material
Diamond blades are ideal for masonry, reinforced concrete
and other composite materials. Diamond blades are not
recommended for cutting metal.

Diamond blades for wet cutting

WARNING! Cool diamond blades for wet

! cutting continuously with water to prevent
overheating, which can cause the blade to
break up and eject pieces that can cause
injury.

Diamond blades for wet cutting should have water poured

over them during the cutting to cool the blade and bond the
dust.

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 ASSEMBLY
Checking the drive axle and ange The shaft can be locked using a screwdriver, steel pin or the
like. This is slid in as far as possible. The blade is tightened
washers clockwise.

Check that the threads on the drive shaft are undamaged.

Check that the contact surfaces on the blade and the ange
washers are undamaged, of the correct dimension, clean,
and that they run properly on the drive axle.

When a diamond blade is mounted on the power cutter make

sure that the diamond blade will rotate in the direction
indicated by the arrow on the blade.
When the blade is replaced with a new one, check the ange
washers and the drive axle. See instructions under the
heading Checking the drive axle and ange washers.
Do not use warped, notched, indented or dirty ange
washers. Do not use different dimensions of ange washers. Guard for the blade
The guard must always be tted on the machine. The guard
for the cutting equipment should be adjusted so that the rear
section is ush with the work piece. Spatter and sparks from
the material being cut are then collected up by the guard and
led away from the user.
Fitting the cutting blade
Unifires blades
Husqvarnas are approved
blades for hand-held
are approved power
for hand-held power
cutters. Blades are manufactured with three different
diameters of centre holes: 20 mm (0.787"), 22.2 mm (7/8")
and 25.4 mm (1"). Bushings can be tted on the machine axle
to adjust the machine to the centre hole of the blade. Use a
bushing with the correct diameter! The blades are marked
with the diameter of the centre hole.

The blade is placed on the bushing (C) between the inner

ange washer (A) and the ange washer (B). The ange
washer is turned so that it ts on the axle.

Tightening torque for the bolt holding the blade is: 15-25 Nm
(130-215 in.lb).

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 FUEL HANDLING
Fuel Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before lling the
machines fuel tank.
CAUTION! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine
and must always been run using a mixture of gasoline and
two-stroke engine oil. It is important to accurately measure
the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct
mixture is obtained. When mixing small amounts of fuel, even
small inaccuracies can drastically affect the ratio of the
mixture.

WARNING! Always ensure there is adequate

! ventilation when handling fuel.

Do not mix more than one months supply of fuel at a time.

Gasoline
If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank
Use good quality unleaded gasoline. should be emptied and cleaned.

Fueling

WARNING! Taking the following precautions,

The lowest recommended octane grade is 87

! will lessen the risk of re:

((RON+MON)/2). If you run the engine on a lower octane Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel.
grade than 87 so-called knocking can occur. This gives
Always shut off the engine before refuelling.
rise to a high engine temperature and increased bearing
load, which can result in serious engine damage. When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so
that any excess pressure is released gently.
Two-stroke oil Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.
For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two- Always move the machine away from the
stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for our air- refuelling area before starting.
cooled two stroke-engines.
Never use two-stroke oil intended for water-cooled Keep the handle dry and free from oil and fuel.
engines, sometimes referred to as outboard oil (rated Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container
TCW). before lling the tank.
Never use oil intended for four-stroke engines.

Mixing ratio
1:50 (2%) for all engines.

Gasoline, litre Two-stroke oil, litre Always exercise care when relling the fuel. Move the
2% (1:50) machine at least three metres from the fuelling area
before it is started. Check that the fuel cap is tightened
5 0,10 correctly.
10 0,20
15 0,30
20 0,40
US gallon US . oz.
1 2 1/2
2 1/2 6 1/2
5 12 7/8
Clean around the fuel cap. Clean the fuel and oil tank
Mixing regularly. The fuel lter should be changed at least once a
year. Contamination in the tanks causes malfunction.
Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean container
intended for fuel.
Always start by lling half the amount of the gasoline to be
used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the
fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of gasoline.
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 STARTING AND STOPPING
Starting and stopping Starting
WARNING! Note the following before
! starting:
!
WARNING! The cutting blade rotates when
the engine is started. Make sure it can rotate
freely.
Do not start the power cutter without the belt
guard tted. Otherwise the clutch could
Grip the front handle with your left hand. Put your right foot on
come loose and cause personal injuries. the lower section of the rear handle pressing the machine
Always move the machine away from the against the ground. Never wrap the starter cord around
refuelling area before starting. your hand
Ensure that you and the machine have a
good working stance and that the cutting
blade can rotate freely.
Keep people and animals well away from the
working area.

Starting a cold engine

Ignition: Slide the ignition switch to the left. Grip the starter handle, slowly pull out the cord with your right
Choke: Pull the choke control fully out. hand until you feel some resistance (the starter pawls grip),
Start throttle lock: Press in the throttle trigger lock, throttle now quickly and powerfully pull the cord.
control and then the start throttle lock (A). Release the throttle
CAUTION! Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do
control and it is locked in the half throttle position. The lock
not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended.
releases when the throttle control is pressed in fully.
This can damage the machine.
When the engine starts, quickly apply full throttle to
automatically disengage fast idle.

Decompression valve:
Press in the valve to reduce the pressure in the cylinder, this
is to assist starting the power cutter. The decompression Stopping
valve should always be used when starting. The valve
automatically returns to its initial position when the machine The engine is stopped by switching the ignition off using the
starts. stop switch.

Starting a warm engine

Use the same starting procedure as for a cold engine but
without setting the choke control in the choke position.

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Tensioning the drive belt The cutting head is now loose and can be removed from
the machine. Remove the rear belt guard by releasing the
two screws holding the guard.

The drive belt is fully enclosed and well protected from

dust and dirt.
When the drive belt is to be tensioned, release the bolts
holding the cutting arm.

Replace the drive belt.

Assemble in the reverse order as set out for dismantling.
Check that the guard over the cutting blade is not cracked
or damaged in any other way. Replace when damaged.

Screw the adjuster screw so that the square headed nut Belt pulley and clutch
comes opposite the marking on the cover. This
automatically ensures that the belt has the correct Never start the engine when the belt pulley and clutch are
tension. removed for maintenance.

Carburetor

WARNING! Do not start the machine without

! the cutting arm or cutting head tted.
Otherwise the clutch could come loose and
cause personal injuries.

Tighten both of the screws holding the cutting head using The carburettor is equipped with xed needles to ensure the
a T-wrench. machine always receives the correct mixture of fuel and air.
When the engine lacks power or accelerates poorly, do the
following:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION The tension of a new drive
belt must be readjusted after one or two tanks of fuel have Check the air lter and replace if necessary.
been used.
When this does not help, contact an authorised service
workshop.
Replacing the drive belt
Adjusting the idle speed
Adjust the idle speed using the T screw. When an adjustment
is necessary, rst turn the screw clockwise until the blade
First release the two bolts and then the adjuster screw to starts to rotate. Now turn the screw anti-clockwise until the
release the belt tension. blade stops rotating.

Now unscrew the bolts and dismantle the belt guard.

Rec. idle speed: 2700 rpm

WARNING! If the idle speed cannot be

! adjusted so that the cutting attachment
stops, contact your dealer/service
workshop. Do not use the machine until it
has been correctly adjusted or repaired.
Remove the belt from the belt pulley. 16
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Fuel lter Put the lter in a plastic bag and pour the lter oil over it.
Knead the plastic bag to distribute the oil. Squeeze the
The fuel lter sits inside the fuel tank. excess oil out of the lter inside the plastic bag and pour
off the excess before tting the lter to the machine.
The fuel tank must be protected from contamination when CAUTION! Never use common engine oil
lling. This reduces the risk of operating disturbances
caused by blockage of the fuel lter located inside the
tank.
The lter cannot be cleaned but must be replaced with a
new lter when it is clogged. The lter should be
changed at least once per year.

Air lter 2 The paper lter is accessible under cover B. This lter
must be replaced/cleaned when the engine's power drops
or each month. The lter is cleaned by shaking. Note that
the lter must not be washed. NOTE! High pressure
compressed air can damage the lter.
Air lters must be regularly cleaned to remove dust and dirt in
order to avoid:
Carburettor malfunctions
Starting problems
An air lter that has been in use for a long time cannot be
Loss of engine power cleaned completely. The lter must therefore be replaced
Unnecessary wear to engine parts with a new one at regular intervals. A damaged air lter
must always be replaced.
Excessive fuel consumption.
The air lter system consists of an oiled foam plastic lter (1) IMPORTANT INFORMATION
and a paper lter (2):
Poor maintenance of the air lter will cause carbon build-up
1 2 on the spark plug and abnormal wear to engine parts.

Starter
1 The foam plastic lter is easily accessible under the lter
cover A. This lter should be checked weekly and
WARNING! When the recoil spring is wound
!
replaced if necessary.
A
up in the starter housing it is under tension
and can, if handled carelessly, pop out and
cause personal injury.
B
Always be careful when changing the recoil
spring or the starter cord. Always wear
protective goggles.

Changing a broken or worn starter cord

In order to obtain a good ltering effect, the lter must be

replaced regularly or cleaned and oiled. A special
HUSQVARNA oil has been produced for this purpose. Loosen the screws that hold the starter against the
crankcase and remove the starter.
Remove the foam plastic lter. Wash the lter well in tepid
soapy water. After cleaning, rinse the lter well in clean
water. Squeeze out and allow the lter to dry. NOTE! High
pressure compressed air can damage the foam.

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Pull the cord out about 30 cm and lift it into the cut-out in Tensioning the recoil spring
the periphery of the starter pulley. When the cord is intact:
Release the spring tension by letting the pulley rotate Hook the starter cord in the notch in the pulley and turn
slowly backwards. the starter pulley about 2 turns clockwise.

Changing a broken recoil spring

Remove any remnants of the old starter cord and check that
the return spring works. Insert the new starter cord through
the hole in the starter housing and in the cord pulley. Undo the bolt in the centre of the pulley and remove the
pulley.

Secure the starter cord around the cord pulley as illustrated.

Tighten the fastening well and ensure that the free end is as
short as possible. Secure the end of the starter cord in the
starter handle.
Bear in mind that the return spring lies tensioned in the
starter housing.
Loosen the bolts holding the spring cassette.

Guide the cord through the cut-out in the periphery of the

pulley and wind the cord 3 times clockwise around the centre
of the starter pulley.

Remove the recoil spring by turning the starter over and

loosen the hooks, with the help of a screwdriver. The
hooks hold the return spring assembly on the starter.

Now pull the starter handle and in doing so tension the spring.
Repeat the procedure once more, but this time with four turns.
Note that the starter handle is drawn to its correct home
position after tensioning the spring.
Check that the spring is not drawn to its end position by
pulling out the starter line fully. Slow the starter pulley with
your thumb and check that you can turn the pulley at least a
further half turn.
Lubricate the recoil spring with light oil. Fit the pulley and
tension the recoil spring.

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Fitting the starter Cooling system
To t the starter, rst pull out the starter cord and place the
starter in position against the crankcase. Then slowly
release the starter cord so that the pulley engages with
the pawls.
To keep the working temperature as low as possible the
machine is equipped with a cooling system.
The cooling system consists of:
5

3
Tighten the screws.

Spark plug
2

The spark plug condition is inuenced by: 1 Air intake on the starter.

Wrong fuel mixture (too much oil). 2 Air guide plate.

Dirty lters. 3 Fins on the ywheel.

These factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes, 4 Cooling ns on the cylinder.
which may result in operating problems and starting 5 Cylinder cover
difculties.
Clean the cooling system with a brush once a week, more
often in demanding conditions. A dirty or blocked cooling
system results in the machine overheating which causes
damage to the piston and cylinder.

Mufer
If the machine is low on power, difcult to start or runs
poorly at idle speed: always check the spark plug rst
before taking other steps. If the spark plug is dirty, clean it
and at the same time check that the electrode gap is 0.5 The mufer is designed to reduce the noise level and to direct
mm. the exhaust gases away from the operator. The exhaust
gases are hot and can contain sparks, which may cause re
if directed against dry and combustible material.

CAUTION! Always use the recommended spark plug type!

Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder.

Never use a machine with a defective mufer.

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General maintenance instructions
Below you will nd some general maintenance instructions. If you have more questions, contact your service agent.

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6 16 2
13
17 1
7
11

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.
3 Check the condition of the blade and the drive gear.
4 Check the condition of the blade guard.
5 Check the starter and starter cord and clean the outside of the starter units air intake.
6 Check that nuts and screws are tight.
7 Check that the stop switch works correctly.
Weekly maintenance
8 Check, clean or replace the foam plastic lter.
9 Check that the handles and vibration damping elements are not damaged.
10 Clean the spark plug. Check that the electrode gap is 0.020 inch (0.5 mm).
11 Clean the ns on the ywheel. Check the starter and the recoil spring.
12 Clean the cooling ns on the cylinder.
13 Check that the mufer is securely attached and not damaged.
14 Check the idling setting and adjust if necessary.
Monthly maintenance
15 Check the paper lter
16 Check the clutch centre, drive gear and clutch spring for wear.
17 Clean the outside of the carburetor.
18 Check fuel hose for cracks or other damage. Change if necessary.
19 Check that the fuel cap and its seal are not damaged.
20 Check all cables and connections. 20
 TECHNICAL DATA

Engine PS-COS12
K750 / PS-COS14
Cylinder displacement, cu.in/cm3 74
Cylinder bore, inch/mm 2,0/51
Stroke, inch/mm 1,42/36
Idle speed, rpm 2700
Recommended max. speed, rpm 9300 (+/- 150)
Power, kW/ rpm 3,7/9000
Ignition system
Manufacturer of ignition system SEM
Type of ignition system CD
Spark plug Champion RCJ 6Y
Electrode gap, inch/mm 0,02/0,5
Fuel and lubrication system
Manufacturer of carburetor Zama
Carburetor type C3
Fuel tank capacity, US pint/litre 1,9/0,9
Weight
Power cutter without fuel and cutting blade, Lbs/kg
12 (300 mm) 20,7/9,4
14 (350 mm) 21,6/9,8

Cutting equipment
Cutting blade Max. peripheral speed, m/s Max. speed of output shaft, rpm
12 (300 mm) 80 4650
14 (350 mm) 100 4650

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 FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact your nearest authorized servicing dealer or
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call Unifire Construction
Power Blowers, atProducts, at 1-800-323 3553.
1-800-745-3282.
The EPA (The US Environmental Protection Agency), WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is not
Unifire Power
Environment Canada and Husqvarna Blowers Products
Construction scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or
are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of
on your 2001 and later small nonroad engine. In U.S. and repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted for 2
Canada, new small nonroad engines must be designed, built years. Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement
and equipped to meet the federal stringent anti-smog as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of
standards. Unifire
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Power Construction Products
Blowers must warrantmust warrant time up to the rst scheduled replacement point for that part.
the emission control system on your small nonroad engine for
the period of time listed below provided there has been no DIAGNOSIS The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic
abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your unit. Your labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part
emmission control system includes Parts such as the is defective, if the diagnostic work is performed at an
carburetor and the ignition system. Where a warrantable approved Unifire
HusqvarnaPower Blowers servicing
Construction Productsdealer.
servicing dealer.
condition exists, Husqvarna Construction
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Blowers will repair will repair CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Unifire Power
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your small nonroad engine at no cost to you. Expenses Blowers
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liablefor
fordamages
damagesto
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engine
covered under warranty include diagnosis, parts and labor. components caused by the failure of a warranted part still
under warranty.
MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY COVERAGE
The 2001 and later small nonroad engines are warranted for WHAT IS NOT COVERED
two years. If any emission related part on you engine (as
All failures caused by abuse, neglect or improper
listed above) is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced
maintenance are not covered.
by Unifire Power
Husqvarna Blowers. Products.
Construction
ADD -ON OR MODIFIED PARTS
OWNERS WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
The use of add-on or modied parts can be grounds for
As the small nonroad engine owner, you are responsible for
disallowing a warranty claim. Unifire Power
Husqvarna Construction
the performance of the required maintenance listed in your
Blowers
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liabletotocover
coverfailures
failuresofofwarranted
warrantedparts
parts
Operators Manual. Unifire Power
Husqvarna Blowers. Products
Construction
caused by the use of add-on or modied parts.
recommends that you retain all receipts covering
Unifire
maintenance on your small nonroad engine, but Husqvarna
Power Blowers
Construction cannot cannot
Products deny warranty solely for
deny warranty the for the
solely
HOW TO FILE A CLAIM
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of all scheduled maintenance. As the small nonroad engine responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized
owner, you should, however, be aware that Unifire
Husqvarna servicing dealer or call Unifire Power
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Products mayyou warranty
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your small nonroad engine or a part of it has failed due to
abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE
modications or the use of parts not made or approved by the Warranty services or repairs shall be provided at all
original equipment manufacturer. You are responsible for Husqvarna Construction Products authorized servicing
Unifire
presenting your small nonroad engine to a Husqvarna dealers.
Power Blowers
Construction authorized
Products servicing
authorized dealer dealer
servicing as soon asas
soon as
a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND
in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you REPAIR OF EMISSION-RELATED PARTS
have any questions regarding your warranty rights and
responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized Unifire Power
Any Husqvarna Blowers approved
Construction Products approved
servicing dealer or call Unifire
HusqvarnaPower Blowers, atProducts, at
Construction replacement part used in the performance of any warranty
1-800-745-3282.
1-800-323 3553. maintenance or repairs on emission-related parts, will be
provided without charge to the owner if the part is under
WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE warranty.
The warranty period begins on the date small nonroad engine EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS
is delivered.
LIST
LENGTH OF COVERAGE 1 Carburetor and internal parts
Unifire Power
Husqvarna Blowers warrants
Construction Products to warrants
the inititialto the initial 2 Intake pipe, airlter holder and carburetor bolts.
owner and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is free 3 Airlter and fuellter covered up to maintenance schedule.
from defects in materials and workmanship which cause the 4 Ignition System
failure of a warranted part for a period of two years. 1 Spark Plug, covered up to maintenance schedule
2 Ignition Module
WHAT IS COVERED
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or MAINTENANCE STATEMENT
replacement of any warranted part will be performed at no
Unifire Power The owner is responsible for the performance of all required
charge to the owner at an approved Husqvarna Construction
maintenance, as dened in the operators manual.
Blowers servicing
Products servicingdealer.
dealer.IfIfyou
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questions

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 WARNING! Cutting, especially when DRY
! cutting, generates dust that comes from the
material being cut, which frequently
contains silica. Silica is a basic component
of sand, quartz, brick clay, granite and
numerous other minerals and rocks.
Exposure to excessive amount of such dust
can cause:
Respiratory disease (affecting your ability to
breath), including chronic bronchitis,
silicosis and pulmonary brosis from
exposure to silica. These diseases may be
fatal;
Skin irritation and rash.

Cancer according to NTP* and IARC*

*/ National Toxicology Program, International
Agency for Resaearch on Cancer
Take precautionary steps:
Avoid inhalation of and skin contact with
dust, mist and fumes.

Wear and ensure that all bystanders wear

appropriate respiratory protection such as
dust masks designed to lter out
microscopic particles. (See OSHA 29 CFR
Part 1910.1200)

Wet cut when feasible, to minimize dust.

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