143R-II

EN Operator's manual 2-28

 Contents
Introduction..................................................................... 2 Troubleshooting............................................................ 25

Safety..............................................................................4 Transportation and storage...........................................26

Assembly...................................................................... 10 Technical data.............................................................. 26

Operation...................................................................... 14 Accessories.................................................................. 27

Maintenance................................................................. 21 EC Declaration of Conformity....................................... 28

Introduction
Product description use the product for other tasks than grass trimming,
grass clearing and forestry clearing. Use a saw blade to
This product is a brushcutter with a combustion engine. cut fibrous types of wood. Use a grass blade or trimmer
head to cut grass.
Work is constantly in progress to increase your safety
and efficiency during operation. Speak to your servicing
Note: National or local regulations can regulate the use.
dealer for more information.
Comply to given regulations.
Intended use
Only use the product with accessories that are approved
Use the product with a saw blade, a grass blade or a by the manufacturer. Refer to Accessories on page 27.
trimmer head to cut different types of vegetation. Do not

Product overview

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1. Blade (not for all markets) 3. Bevel gear

2. Grease filler cap, bevel gear 4. Cutting attachment guard

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5. Shaft
Keep a minimum distance of 15 m / 50 ft. to
6. Start throttle button 15 m 15 m
50FT persons and animals during operation of the
50FT

7. Stop switch product.

8. Throttle control
9. Throttle lockout Risk of blade thrust if the cutting equipment
10. Suspension ring touches an object that it does not
11. Cylinder cover immediately cut. The product can cut off
body parts. Keep a minimum of 15 m / 50 ft.
12. Starter rope handle
distance to persons and animals during
13. Fuel tank operation of the product.
14. Choke control
15. Air filter cover
The arrows shows the limit for the handle
16. Handlebar
position.
17. Clutch cover
18. Locknut
19. Support flange
20. Support cup
21. Drive disc
Choke.
22. Handlebar clamp
23. Operator's manual
24. Transport guard (not for all markets)
25. Socket wrench
Air purge bulb.
26. Wrench
27. Locking pin (for products without hex key)
28. Harness
29. Air purge bulb
Use approved protective gloves.
30. Guard extension
31. Trimmer head
32. Hex key
33. 2-teeth blade
Use heavy-duty slip-resistant boots.
Symbols on the product
Noise emission to the environment refer to
WARNING: This product can be dangerous the European Community's Directive. The
and cause serious injury or death to the emission of the product is specified in the
operator or others. Be careful and use the Technical data chapter and on the label.
product correctly.
The rating plate shows the serial
Read the operator's manual carefully and yyyywwxxxx number. yyyy is the production year
make sure that you understand the and ww is the production week.
instructions before use.

Use a protective helmet in locations where Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer to
objects can fall on you. Use approved certification requirements for other commercial areas.
hearing protection and approved eye
protection. Product liability
As referred to in the product liability laws, we are not
Maximum speed of the output shaft. liable for damages that our product causes if:
• the product is incorrectly repaired.
The product agrees with the applicable EC • the product is repaired with parts that are not from
directives. the manufacturer or not approved by the
manufacturer.
• the product has an accessory that is not from the
The product can cause objects to eject, manufacturer or not approved by the manufacturer.
which can cause injury. • the product is not repaired at an approved service
center or by an approved authority.

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 Safety
Safety definitions • Do not breathe in the fumes from the engine. Long-
term inhalation of the engine's exhaust fumes is a
The definitions below give the level of severity for each health risk.
signal word. • Do not start the product indoors or near flammable
material. The exhaust fumes are hot and can contain
a spark which can start a fire. Not sufficient airflow
can cause injury or death because of asphyxiation or
WARNING: Injury to persons. carbon monoxide.
• When you use this product the engine makes an
electromagnetic field. The electromagnetic field can
cause damage to medical implants. Speak to your
CAUTION: Damage to the product. physician and medical implant manufacturer before
you operate the product.
• Do not let a child operate the product. Do not let a
Note: This information makes the product easier to use. person without knowledge of the instructions operate
the product.
General safety instructions • Make sure that you always monitor a person, with
decreased physical capacity or mental capacity, that
uses the product. A responsible adult must be there
WARNING: Read the warning instructions at all times.
that follow before you use the product. • Lock the product in an area that children and
unapproved persons cannot access.
• Use the product correctly. Injury or death is a • The product can eject objects and cause injuries.
possible result of incorrect use. Only use the product Obey the safety instructions to decrease the risk of
for the tasks found in this manual. Do not use the injury or death.
product for other tasks. • Do not go away from the product when the engine is
• Obey the instructions in this manual. Obey the safety on.
symbols and the safety instructions. If the operator • The operator of the product is responsible if an
does not obey the instructions and the symbols, accident occurs.
injury, damage or death is a possible result. • Make sure that parts are not damaged before you
• Do not discard this manual. Use the instructions to use the product.
assemble, to operate and to keep your product in • Make sure that you are at minimum 15 m (50 ft)
good condition. Use the instructions for correct away from other persons or animals before you use
installation of attachments and accessories. Only the product. Make sure that persons in the adjacent
use approved attachments and accessories. area know that you will use the product.
• Do not use a damaged product. Obey the • Refer to national or local laws. They can prevent or
maintenance schedule. Only do the maintenance decrease the operation of the product in some
work that you find an instruction about in this conditions.
manual. An approved service center must do all
• Do not use the product if you are fatigued or
other maintenance work.
influenced by alcohol, drugs or medicine. They can
• This manual cannot include all situations that can have effects on your vision, alertness, coordination
occur when you use the product. Be careful and use or judgment.
your common sense. Do not operate the product or
do maintenance on the product if you are not sure Safety instructions for assembly
about of the situation. Speak to a product expert,
your dealer, service agent or approved service WARNING: Read, understand and obey
center for information. these instructions carefully before you use
• Disconnect the spark plug cable before you the product.
assemble the product, put the product into storage or
do maintenance. • Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug
• Do not use the product if it is changed from its initial before you assemble the product.
specification. Do not change a part of the product • Use approved protective gloves.
without approval from the manufacturer. Only use
parts approved by the manufacturer. Injury or death • When you use a saw blade or a grass blade, make
is a possible result of incorrect maintenance. sure that the correct handlebar, the blade guard and
the harness are attached to the product.

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• A defective or incorrect guard can cause injury. Do
not use a cutting attachment that does not have an
approved guard attached.
• Attach the clutch cover and shaft correct before you
start the product to prevent the clutch to fall of.
• Make sure that you assemble the cover and shaft
correct before you start the engine.
• The drive disc and support flange must engage
correctly in the centre hole of the cutting attachment.
A cutting attachment that is attached incorrectly can
cause injury or death.
• Make sure that you cannot fall when you use the
• To operate the product safely and prevent injury to product. Do not tilt when you operate the product.
the operator or other persons, the product must
• Always hold the product with your two hands. Hold
always be attached correctly to the harness.
the product on the right side of your body.
Safety instructions for operation
• Make sure the product is fully assembled before you
use it.
• Before a start, move the product 3 m (10 ft) away
from the position where you filled the fuel tank. Put
the product on a flat surface. Make sure that the
cutting attachment does not touch the ground or
other objects.
• The product can cause objects to eject, which can
cause damage to the eyes. Always use an approved
eye protection when you operate the product. • Operate the product with the cutting attachment
• Be careful, a child can come near the product below your waist.
without your knowledge during operation. • If the choke control is in the choke position when the
• Do not operate the product if there are persons in engine starts, the cutting attachment starts to turn.
the work area. Stop the product if a person goes into • Do not touch the bevel gear after the engine stops.
the work area. The bevel gear is hot after the engine stops. Hot
• Make sure that you are always in control of the areas can cause injury.
product. • Stop the engine before you move the product.
• Do not use the product if you cannot receive aid if an • Do not put down the product with the engine on.
accident occurs. Always make sure others know you • Before you remove the unwanted materials from the
will operate the product before you start to operate product, stop the engine and wait until the cutting
the product. attachment stops. Let the cutting attachment stop
• Do not turn with the product before you make sure before you or an aid remove the cut material.
that no persons or animals are in the safety area.
• Remove all unwanted materials from the work area Personal protective equipment
before you start. If the cutting attachment hits an
object, the object can eject and cause injury or
damage. Unwanted material can wind around the WARNING: Read the warning instructions
cutting attachment and cause damage. that follow before you use the product.
• Do not use the product in bad weather (fog, rain,
strong winds, risk of lightning or other weather • Always use correct personal protective equipment
conditions.). Dangerous conditions (such as slippery when you operate the product. The personal
surfaces) can occur because of bad weather. protective equipment does not erase the risk of
injury. The personal protective equipment decreases
• Make sure that you can move freely and work in a
the grade of injury if an accident occurs.
stable position.
• Always use an approved eye protection while you
operate the product.
• Do not operate the product with bare feet or with
open shoes. Always use heavy-duty slip-resistant
boots.
• Use heavy, long pants.
• If it is necessary, use approved protective gloves.
• Use a helmet if it is possible that objects fall on your
head.

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• Always use approved ear protection while you 3. Make sure that the throttle trigger is locked at the
operate the product. Noise for a long period can idle position when the throttle trigger lockout is
cause noise-induced hearing loss. released.
• Make sure that you have a first aid kit near.

Protective devices on the product

• Make sure that you regularly do the maintenance to
the product.
• The life of the product increases.
• The risk of accidents decreases.
Let an approved dealer or an approved service
center regularly examine the product to do
adjustments or repairs.
• Do not use a product with damaged protective
equipment. If the product is damaged, speak to an
approved service center. 4. Start the product and apply full throttle.
5. Release the throttle trigger and make sure that the
To do a check of the throttle trigger lockout
cutting attachment stops and stays stationary.
1. Make sure that the throttle trigger lockout (A) and
throttle trigger (B) move freely and that the return WARNING: If the cutting attachment
spring operates correctly. moves when the throttle trigger is in the
idle position, then the carburetor idle
speed must be adjusted. Refer to To
A adjust the idle speed on page 22.

To do a check of the stop switch

1. Start the engine.
B 2. Move the stop switch to the stop position and make
sure that the engine stops.

2. Push down the throttle trigger lockout and make sure

that it goes back to its initial position when you
release it.

To do a check of the cutting attachment guard

The cutting attachment guard prevents injuries and
stops objects that eject in the direction of the operator.
1. Stop the engine.

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2. Do a visual check for damages, for example cracks. 3. Release and attach the quick-release mechanism to
make sure that it operates correctly.

3. Replace the cutting attachment guard if it is

damaged.

To do a check of the vibration damping system To do a check of the muffler

The vibration damping system decreases vibration in the
handles to a minimum which makes the operation
WARNING: Never use a product with a
easier.
faulty muffler.

WARNING: Bear in mind that the exhaust

1. Stop the engine. fumes from the engine are hot and may
2. Do a visual check for deformation and damage, for contain sparks which can start a fire. Never
example cracks. start the product indoors or near
combustible material!
3. Make sure that the elements of the vibration
damping system are attached correctly.
The muffler keeps noise levels to a minimum and sends
exhaust fumes away from the operator. For mufflers it is
To do a check of the quick-release mechanism very important that you follow the instructions on how to
check, maintain and service your product.

WARNING: Do not use a harness with a

defective quick-release mechanism.

The quick-release mechanism lets the operator remove

the product quickly from the harness if there is an
emergency.
1. Stop the engine.
2. Do a visual check for damage, for example cracks.
Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to
the product.

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 WARNING: Only use cutting attachments
with the guards we recommend! See the
chapter on Technical data. Refer to the
instructions for the cutting attachment to
check the correct way to load the trimmer
line and the correct trimmer line diameter.

WARNING: A faulty cutting attachment may

To attach and remove the locknut increase the risk of accidents.

WARNING: Stop the engine, use protective

gloves and be careful around the sharp WARNING: Always stop the engine before
edges of the cutting attachment. doing any work on the cutting attachment.
This continues to rotate even after the
throttle has been released. Ensure that the
A locknut is used to attach some types of cutting
cutting attachment has stopped completely
attachments. The locknut has a left thread.
and disconnect the spark plug cap before
• To attach, tighten the locknut in the opposite you start to work on it.
direction to the direction of turning of the cutting
attachment.
Cutting equipment
• To remove the locknut, loosen the locknut in the
same direction as the cutting attachment rotates. • Use the saw blade to cut fibrous types of wood.
• To loosen and tighten the locknut, use a socket
wrench with a long shaft. The arrow in the picture
shows the area where you can operate the socket
wrench.

• Use the blades and grass knives to cut coarse grass.

WARNING: When you loosen and

tighten the locknut, there is a risk of
injury from the blade. You must always
make sure that the blade guard prevents • Use the trimmer head to cut grass.
injury to your hand when you do this.

Note: Make sure that you can not turn the locknut by
hand. Replace the nut if the nylon lining does not have a
resistance of a minimum of 1.5 Nm. The locknut must be
replaced after it has been put on approximately 10
times.

Cutting equipment • An incorrectly sharpened or damaged blade

increases the risk of accidents. Keep the teeth of the
Choose and maintain the cutting equipment to: blade correctly sharpened. Obey the instructions in
• Obtain maximum cutting performance.
• Increase life span of the cutting equipment.
• Follow the checking, maintenance and service
instructions for the muffler.
• Always use the recommended guard for the cutting
equipment. See Technical data.

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 To sharpen grass cutters and grass blades on page • A grass blade can cause injury while it continues to
24 and use the recommended file gauge. spin after the engine is stopped or the throttle trigger
is released. Make sure that the grass blade has
completely stopped rotating before any
maintenance.
• Stop the engine before you do work on the cutting
attachment. Make sure the cutting attachment fully
stops. Disconnect the lead from the spark plug.
• Only use an approved cutting attachment or a
correctly sharpened blade.
• Examine the cutting attachment for damage and • Keep the teeth of the blade correctly sharpened.
cracks. Replace the damaged cutting attachment. • Do not use a damaged cutting attachment.
• Only use cutting attachments with recommended • Attach the transport guard to the grass blade when
guards. Refer to Accessories on page 27. you transport or store the product.

Trimmer head Blade thrust

• A blade thrust is a sudden movement of the product
WARNING: Always make sure that the
to the side, forward or rearward. A blade thrust
trimmer line is wound tightly and equally
occurs when the grass blade hits an object that
around the drum to prevent harmful
cannot be cut. In areas where it is not easy to see
vibration.
the material being cut the risk of blade thrust
increases.
• When a blade thrust occurs, there is a risk that the
product or the operator moves out of position. A
blade that moves can hit bystanders and there is a
risk of injuries.
• If a blade is bent, has cracks, is broken or damaged,
discard the blade.
• Use a sharp blade. The risk of blade thrust increases
when a blade is not sharp.

• Only use recommended trimmer heads and trimmer Fuel safety

lines. • Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine oil
• Only use recommended cutting attachments. on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel/oil and let
• The length of the trimmer line is important. For a the product dry. Remove unwanted fuel from the
longer trimmer line, more engine power is necessary product.
than for a shorter trimmer line of the same diameter. • If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing
• Do not move the installation position of the trimmer immediately.
guard. • Do not get fuel on your body, it can cause injury. If
• Make sure that the cutter on the trimmer guard is not you get fuel on your body, use a soap and water to
damaged. The cutter cuts the trimmer line to the remove the fuel.
correct length. • Do not start the engine if you spill oil or fuel on the
• Soak the trimmer line for 2 days before use, to product or on your body.
increase its life length. • Do not start the product if the engine has a leak.
Examine the engine for leaks regularly.
Grass blades and grass cutters • Be careful with fuel. Fuel is flammable and the fumes
• Use the product with an approved grass blade. Do are explosive and can cause injuries or death.
not use a grass blade without proper installation of • Do not breathe in the fuel fumes, it can cause injury.
all required parts. Make sure that the installation is Make sure that there is a sufficient airflow.
done correctly and that the proper parts are used. • Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
Improper installation may cause the blade to fly off • Do not put warm objects near the fuel or the engine.
and seriously injure the operator or the bystanders.
• Do not add the fuel when the engine is on.
• Wear protective gloves when you handle or do
• Make sure that the engine is cool before you refuel.
maintenance on the blade.
• Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and
• Use head protection when you operate a product
release the pressure carefully.
with a grass blade.
• Grass blades and grass cutters are used to cut
rough grass.

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• Do not add fuel to the engine in an indoor area. Not • Only use approved containers when you move the
sufficient airflow can cause injury or death because fuel or put the fuel into storage.
of asphyxiation or carbon monoxide. • Empty the fuel tank before long-term storage. Obey
• Tighten the fuel tank cap carefully or a fire can the local law on where to dispose fuel.
occur. • Clean the product before long-term storage.
• Move the product at a minimum of 3 m (10 ft) from • Remove the spark plug cable before you put the
the position where you filled the tank before a start. product into storage to make sure that the engine
• Do not put too much fuel in the fuel tank. does not start accidentally.
• Make sure that a leak cannot occur when you move
the product or fuel container. Safety instructions for maintenance
• Do not put the product or a fuel container where • If you cannot adjust the idle speed to make the
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light. Make cutting attachment stop, speak to your service
sure that the storage area does not contain an open center. Do not use the product until the product is
flame. correctly adjusted or repaired.

Assembly
To install the handlebar
WARNING: Read the safety chapter before
1. Install the handlebar in the handlebar clamp on the
you assemble the product.
shaft.

Introduction
WARNING: Before you assemble the
product, you must read and understand the
safety chapter.

WARNING: Remove the spark plug cable

from the spark plug before you assemble the
product.

To install the body of the product

• Attach the engine (A) to the tube (B) with 4 screws
(C).
2. Install the protective sleeve.

B C

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To connect the throttle cable and stop 10. Connect the stop switch wires (H) with the
connectors from the engine.
switch wires
1. Remove the air filter cover.
2. Install the throttle cable (A) through the carburetor
bracket (B).

A B

C H

3. Turn the cable adjuster sleeve (C) into the carburetor

bracket fully.
11. Install the stop switch wires and connectors with
4. Put the slot fitting (D) on the carburetor. At this time,
clamp (I).
the recessed hole (E) for the cable lug (F) is away
from the cable adjuster sleeve (C).
J
G
I
D E

5. Rotate the carburetor throttle cam and move the

throttle cable (A) through the slot in the slot fitting.
6. Make sure the cable lug (F) drops into the recessed
hole.
12. Install the dust cover (J).
7. Operate the throttle trigger some times to make sure
that it operates correctly. 13. Install the air filter cover.

8. Adjust the cable adjuster sleeve (C). To install blades and trimmer heads
a) Make sure the stop on the carburetor throttle
cam touches the throttle stop correctly. WARNING: Only use the approved guard for
b) Make sure the cable position keeps 1-2 mm the blades. See Accessories on page 27. A
between cable lug (F) and slot fitting when the defective guard can cause injury.
throttle trigger is fully released.
1-2mm WARNING: If you operate the product with a
grass blade, first install the correct
handlebar, blade guard and harness .

WARNING: If you do not install the the

blades correctly, it can cause injury.
9. When the throttle cable (A) is adjusted correctly,
tighten the locknut (G). 1. Make sure that the lifted section on the drive disc/
support flange engages correctly in the center hole
of the blades.

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2. Install the blades. 3. Attach the blade guard (A) to the adapter with the 4
screws (L).

J K

H
I
L
To attach and remove the guard extension
The guard extension is used on the cutting attachment A
guard. Attach the guard extension when you use a
trimmer head or plastic blades. Remove the extension
guard when you use a grass blade.
• Put the guide on the guard extension into the slot on To install the saw blade
the cutting attachment guard. Lock the 4 locking
hooks into position. WARNING: There is a risk of injury around
the saw blade nut. Make sure that the blade
guard is correctly installed. Always use
protective gloves.

1. Attach the drive disc (B) to the output shaft.

2. Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the
drive disc aligns with the hole in the gear housing.
3. Put the locking pin or hex key (C) in the hole to lock
the shaft.
4. Install the saw blade (D) and the support flange (F)
to the output shaft.
• Release the locking hooks with a screwdriver to 5. Install the saw blade nut (G).
remove the guard extension.
Note: The saw blade nut has a left hand thread.

6. Turn the socket wrench counterclockwise to tighten

the locknut. Make sure that the torque of the locknut
is 35-50 Nm (3.5-5 kpm). Hold the shaft of the socket
wrench as near the blade guard as possible.

G F
D

To install the blade guard

CAUTION: Only use the approved guard for

the blades. Refer toAccessories on page B
27.

1. Remove the bracket (H).

C
2. Attach the adapter (I) and bracket (J) with the 2
screws (K).

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 a) Make sure that you operate the socket wrench in 4. Put the locking pin or hex key (C) into the hole to
the identified area when you loosen or tighten the lock the shaft.
saw blade nut. 5. Put the blade (D), support flange (E) and support
cup (F) on the output shaft.
6. Install the nut (G). Use the combination wrench and
tighten the nut to torque 35-50 Nm. Hold the shaft of
the combination wrench as near the blade guard as
possible.
7. To tighten the nut, turn the combination wrench in
the opposite direction to the direction of rotation.

Note: Left hand thread.

To attach the trimmer guard and the trimmer

head
Note: Make sure to use the correct trimmer guard for the
correct trimmer head.

To attach a blade guard, grass blade and 1. Attach the correct trimmer guard/combination guard
grass cutter (A) for the trimmer head.
2. Hang the trimmer guard/combination guard (A) on
the 2 hooks on the plate holder (M).
CAUTION: Make sure that the guard
extension is removed. 3. Install the trimmer guard/combination guard around
the shaft and tighten it with the bolt (L). Use the
locking pin or hex key (C).
Note: Use the recommended blade guard. Refer to
Accessories on page 27.

1. Install the blade guard to the shaft. Attach the blade

guard with the bolt (L). H
L
E A
G
F M
E C
B
D A
M L
L A B
C 4. Put the locking pin or hex key (C) in the groove on
the screw head and tighten.
A 5. Attach the drive disc (B) and support flange (E) on
the output shaft.
2. Attach the drive disc (B) to the output shaft. 6. Turn the output shaft until one of the holes in the
3. Turn the output shaft until 1 of the holes in the drive drive disc aligns with the hole in the gear housing.
disc aligns with the hole in the gear housing.

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7. Install the locking pin or hex key (C) in the hole to To adjust the harness
lock the shaft.
WARNING: The product must always be
correctly attached to the harness. Do not
H use a defective harness.

1. Put on the harness.

H 2. Connect the product to the harness.
3. Adjust the harness for the best work position.
4. Adjust the side straps to make the product weigh
equally on your shoulders.

8. Assemble the trimmer head/plastic blades (H). Turn

the trimmer head/plastic blades counterclockwise.
9. To disassemble, follow the instructions in the
opposite sequence.

To install the transport guard

1. Install the blade in the transport guard (A).
2. Put the two fasteners (B) into the slots (C) to attach
5. Adjust the harness until the cutting attachment is
the transport guard.
parallel to the ground.
6. Let the cutting attachment lightly touch the ground.
B Adjust the harness clamp to balance the product
correctly.
A
Note: If you use a grass blade, it must balance
approximately 10 cm /4 in above the ground.
C

To install the 2-teeth blade in the guard

1. Install the blade in the transport guard.

Operation
Introduction
WARNING: Read and understand the safety
chapter before you operate the product. WARNING: Before you operate the product,
you must read and understand the safety
chapter.

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Fuel • Do not use the two-stroke oil for water-cooled
outboard engines. The two-stroke oil is sometimes
To use fuel referred to as outboard oil.

CAUTION: This product has a two-cycle Gasoline, liter Oil, liter

engine. Use a mixture of gasoline and two-
2%(50:1)
cycle engine oil. Make sure to use the
correct quantity of oil in the mixture. 5 0,1
Incorrect ratio of gasoline and oil can cause
damage to the engine. 10 0,2

15 0,3
Husqvarna alkylate fuel
20 0,4
We recommend you to use Husqvarna alkylate fuel for
best performance. The fuel contains less dangerous
material compared to regular fuel, which decreases To make the fuel mixture
dangerous exhaust fumes. The fuel gives a low quantity
of dangerous remainings when it is combusted, which Note: Always use a clean fuel container when you mix
keeps the components of the engine more clean. This the fuel.
extends the life of the engine. Husqvarna alkylate fuel is
not available in all markets.
Note: Do not make more than 30 days quantity of fuel
Gasoline mixture.

CAUTION: Do not use gasoline with an 1. Add half of the gasoline quantity.
octane number less than 90 RON (87 AKI).
This can cause damage to the product. 2. Add the full quantity of oil.
3. Shake the fuel mixture to mix the contents.

CAUTION: Do not use gasoline with more 4. Add the remaining gasoline quantity.
than 10% ethanol concentration (E10). This 5. Shake the fuel mixture to mix the contents.
can cause damage to the product. 6. Fill the fuel tank.

To add fuel
CAUTION: Do not use leaded gasoline. This
WARNING: Do not smoke or put hot objects
can cause damage to the product.
near fuel. Before you add fuel, stop the
engine and let it cool for minutes.
• Always use new unleaded gasoline with a minimum
octane number of 90 RON (87 AKI) and with less
than 10% ethanol concentration (E10). WARNING: When you add fuel, open the
• Use gasoline with a higher octane number if you fuel tank cap slowly to release unwanted
frequently use the product at continuously high pressure.
engine speed.
• Always use a good quality unleaded gasoline/oil WARNING: After you add fuel, tighten the
mixture. fuel tank cap carefully. Move the machine
away from the refuelling area and the power
Two-cycle engine oil before you start the engine.
• Use only the two-cycle engine oil of high quality,
especially HUSQVARNA two-cycle oil. Use only the • Always use a fuel container with an anti-spill valve.
oil of an air cooled engine. • Make sure that the area near the fuel tank cap is
• Mixture ratio 50:1 (2%). clean. Contamination in the tank can cause
• Oil of low quality and high oil/fuel ratio can decrease operating problems.
the lifetime of catalytic converters. • Shake the fuel container before you add the fuel
• Speak to your dealer when you select an oil. mixture to the fuel tank.
• If Husqvarna two-stroke oil is not available, you can
use another two-stroke oil of good quality that is To start and stop
intended for air cooled engines. Contact your dealer
when you select oil.
Before you operate the product
• Examine the work area to make sure that you know
the type of terrain, the slope of the ground and if

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 there are obstacles such as stones, branches and head and cutting attachment guard if they have been
ditches. hit or if they have cracks.
• Do an overhaul inspection of the product.
• Do the safety inspections, maintenance and
servicing that are given in this manual.
• Make sure that all covers, guards, handles and the
cutting equipment are correctly attached and not
damaged.
• Make sure that there are no cracks at the bottom of
the saw blade or grass blade teeth or by the center
hole of the blade. Replace the blade if it is damaged.

To start a cold engine

1. Move the stop switch to the start position.
2. Push the air purge bulb until fuel starts to fill the air
purge bulb.

• Examine the support flange for cracks. Replace the

support flange if it is damaged.

• Make sure that the locknut can not be removed by

hand. If you can remove it by hand, it does not lock
the cutting attachment sufficiently and you must 3. Move the choke control to the choke position.
replace it.

• Examine the blade guard for damages or cracks.

Replace the blade guard if it has been hit or if it has
cracks.
• Examine the trimmer head and cutting attachment
guard for damages or cracks. Replace the trimmer 4. Hold the product to the ground.

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5. Pull the starter rope handle slowly with your right To start with a throttle handle with a start
hand until you feel resistance. throttle lock
1. Push the throttle lockout and the throttle trigger to
set the throttle to the start position. Then push the
start throttle button (A).
2. Release the throttle lockout and the throttle trigger,
followed by the start throttle button. The throttle
function is now activated.
3. To return the engine to idle speed, push the throttle
lockout and throttle trigger again.

A
WARNING: Do not wind the starter rope
around your hand.

CAUTION: Do not pull the starter rope to

full extension and do not let go of the
starter rope handle. This can cause
damage to the product.

6. Pull the starter rope handle quickly and with force

until the engine starts.
7. Set the choke control to the operation position. To stop the engine
WARNING: Keep body parts away from 1. Push the throttle trigger to the idle position.
the spark plug cap. Risk of burn injuries. 2. Move the stop switch to the stop position.
Do not use the product with a damaged
spark plug cap. Risk of electrical shock.

To start a warm engine

1. Move the stop switch to the start position.

2. Push the air purge bulb until fuel starts to fill the air
purge bulb.

To operate the grass trimmer

CAUTION: Make sure that you slow the
engine to idle speed after each operation. A
long period at full throttle without a load on
the engine can cause damage to the engine.

Note: Clean the cover of the trimmer head when you

attach a new trimmer line to prevent vibrations. Examine
3. Set the choke control to the operation position, then other parts of the trimmer head and clean if it is
pull the starter rope handle until the engine starts. necessary.

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General work instructions blade thrust. The risk increases with the thickness of the
branch that is cut.
WARNING: Be careful when you cut a tree
that is in tension. It can spring back to its
normal position before or after the cut and
hit you or the product, and cause injury.

• Clear an open space at one end of the work area,

and start the work from there.
• Move in a regular pattern across the work area.

Forestry clearing with a saw blade

To fell a tree to the left

To fell to the left, push the bottom of the tree to the right.
1. Apply full throttle.
2. Put the saw blade against the tree as given in the
picture.
3. Tilt the saw blade and push it with force diagonally
down to the right. At the same time, push the tree
• Move the product fully to the left and right, to clear a with the blade guard.
width of 4–5 m (13-16 ft) on each turn.
• Clear a length of 75 m (250 ft) before you turn and
go back. Move the fuel can along with you as you
continue.
• Move in a direction where you do not go across
ditches and obstacles more than necessary.
• Move in a direction where the wind makes the cut
vegetation fall in the cleared area.

To fell a tree to the right

To fell to the right, push the bottom of the tree to the left.
1. Apply full throttle.
2. Put the saw blade against the tree as given in the
picture.
3. Tilt the saw blade and push it with force diagonally
up and to the right. At the same time, push the tree
• Move along slopes, not up and down. with the blade guard.

Blade thrust
A blade thrust is when the product moves to the side
quickly and with force. A blade thrust occurs when the
grass blade or saw blade hits or catches on an object
that cannot be cut. A blade thrust can eject the product
or operator in all directions. There is a risk of injury to
the operator and bystanders.
The risk increases in areas where it is not easy to see
the material that is cut.
Do not cut with the area of the blade that is shown in
black. The speed and movement of the blade can cause

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To fell a tree forward shaft with 2 hands and carefully pull the
product.
To fell forward, push the bottom of the tree rearward.
1. Apply full throttle.
Note: Use more cutting pressure fo fell small trees. Use
2. Put the saw blade against the tree as given in the less cutting pressure to fell large trees.
picture.
3. Pull the saw blade forward with a fast movement. Brush cutting with a saw blade
To fell to the left, push the bottom of the tree to the right.
• Cut down thin trees and brush.
• Move the product from side to side.
• Cut many trees in one movement.
• For groups of thin trees:

To fell large trees

Large trees must be cut from 2 sides.
1. Examine in which direction the tree will fall.
2. Apply full throttle.
3. Do the first cut on the side of the tree to which it will
fall.

a) Cut the outer trees high up.

b) Cut the outer trees to the correct height.
c) Cut from the center. If you cannot get access to
the center, cut the outer trees high up and let
them fall. This decreases the risk that the saw
blade becomes blocked.

To clear grass with a grass blade

1. Keep your feet apart during operation of the product.
Make sure feet are tightly against the ground.
4. Cut through the tree from the other side. 2. Put the support cup lightly on the ground. This
prevents the blade from touching the ground.
3. Use a sideway movement from right to left for a clear
stroke. Use the left side of the blade (between 8 and
12 o'clock) to cut.

CAUTION: If the saw blade becomes

blocked, do not pull the product with a
sudden movement. That can cause damage 4. Angle the blade to the left when you clear grass.
to the saw blade, bevel gear, shaft or
handlebar. Release the handles, hold the Note: The grass collects easily in a line.

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5. Use a sideway movement from left to right for the To cut the grass
return stroke.
1. Make sure that the trimmer line is parallel to the
6. Do the work rhythmically. ground when you cut.
7. Move forward and keep feet tightly against the
ground.
8. Stop the engine.
9. Remove the product from the clip on the harness.
10. Put the product on the ground.
11. Collect the cut material.

To clear

2. Do not push the trimmer head to the ground. The

ground and the product can be damaged.
3. Do not let the trimmer head touch the ground
continuously, it can cause damage to the trimmer
head.
4. Use full throttle when you move the product from
side to side to cut grass.
To achieve the best results:
• Hold the trimmer so that the trimmer head is just
above the ground.
• Tilt the trimmer head at a slight angle.
• Let the end of the trimmer line strike the ground
around objects

To trim the grass

1. Hold the trimmer head immediately above the
ground at an angle. Do not push the trimmer line into
the grass.

To sweep the grass

The airflow from the rotating trimmer line can be used to
remove cut grass from an area.
1. Hold the trimmer head and its trimmer line parallel to
the ground and above the ground.
2. Apply full throttle.
3. Move the trimmer head from side to side and sweep
2. Decrease the length of the trimmer line by 10-12 the grass.
cm / 4-4.75 in.
3. Decrease the engine speed to decrease the risk of WARNING: Clean the trimmer head cover
damage to plants. each time you assemble new trimmer line to
prevent unbalance and vibrations in the
4. Use 80 % throttle when you cut grass near objects. handles. Also do a check of the other parts
of the trimmer head and clean it if
necessary.

To replace trimmer line

Refer to the last page of this operator's manual.

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 Maintenance
WARNING: Read and understand the safety
chapter before you clean, repair or do
maintenance on the product.

Maintenance schedule

Maintenance Daily Weekly Monthly

Clean the external surface. X

Examine the harness for damages. X

Do a check of the throttle and the throttle trigger. X

Make sure that the cutting attachment does not rotate at idle speed. X

Do a check of the stop switch. Refer to To do a check of the stop switch on page
X
6.
Examine the cutting attachment guard for damages and cracks. X

Make sure that the grass blade is aligned with the center. Make sure that the
X
grass blade is sharp and that the blade or center hole is not damaged.

Examine the trimmer head for damages and cracks. Replace if it is damaged. X

Examine the handle and handlebar for damage and make sure that they are at-
X
tached correctly.

For cutting attachments with a support cup, tighten the locking screw correctly. X

For cutting attachments with a locknut, tighten the locknut correctly. X

Examine the transport guard for damage and make sure that it can be attached
X
correctly.

Examine the engine, the fuel tank and the fuel lines for leaks. X

Clean the air filter. Replace if it is necessary. X

Tighten nuts and screws. X

Examine the fuel filter for contamination and the fuel hose for cracks and other
X
defects. Replace if it is necessary.

Examine all cables and connections. X

Examine the starter and the starter rope for damages. X

Examine the spark plug. Refer to To examine the spark plug on page 24. X

Make sure that the bevel gear is filled to ¾ with grease. X

Clean the external surface of the carburetor and the area around it. X

Clean the spark plug. Remove the spark plug and do a check of the electrode
gap. Adjust the electrode gap or replace the spark plug if it is necessary. Refer
X
to Technical data on page 26. Make sure that the spark plug is assembled with
a supressor.

Examine the clutch, clutch springs and the clutch drum for wear. Replace if it is
X
necessary.

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 Maintenance Daily Weekly Monthly

Replace the spark plug. Make sure that the spark plug is assembled with a su-
X
pressor.

Lubricate the drive shaft. X

Make sure that the vibration damping units are not damaged. X

Clean the cooling system of the product. X

Clean the muffler. X

To adjust the carburetor a) Turn the idle speed screw T clockwise until the
cutting attachment starts to rotate.
The basic carburetor settings are adjusted during testing
at the factory. Adjustment must be carried out by a
trained technician.

To do a check of the muffler

WARNING: Do not use a product that has a T
defective muffler. Always replace a defective
muffler.

WARNING: Risk of burn or fire. Mufflers with

catalytic converters get very hot during
operation.

WARNING: Risk of fire. The muffler

decreases the noise level and identifies the
exhaust gases from the operator. The
exhaust gases are hot and can contain
b) Turn the idle speed screw T counterclockwise
sparks.
until the cutting attachment stops.

CAUTION: The spark arrester screen must WARNING: If the cutting attachment
be replaced if it is damaged. Do not use a does not stop when you adjust the idle
product if the spark arrester screen on the speed, speak to your servicing dealer.
muffler is missing or defective. Do not use the product until it is correctly
adjusted or repaired.

CAUTION: If the spark arrester screen is 3. The idle speed is correct when the engine operates
blocked, the product will be too hot. This will smoothly in all positions. The idle speed must be
cause damage to the cylinder and piston. below the speed when the cutting attachment starts
to rotate.
1. Make sure that the muffler is not damaged.
Note: Refer to Technical data on page 26 for the
2. Make sure that the muffler is correctly attached to recommended idle speed.
the product.

To adjust the idle speed Air filter

Your Husqvarna product is made to specifications that • Clean the filter at intervals of 25 hours. Clean more
decrease harmful emissions. regularly if necessary.
1. Make sure that the air filter is clean and the air filter
cover is attached before you adjust the idle speed.
2. Adjust the idle speed with the idle speed screw T
which is identified with "T" mark.

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• Set the choke control in the choke position.
WARNING: Put on protective gloves. The air
filter oil can cause skin irritation.

1. Put the foam air filter in a plastic bag.

2. Put the oil in the plastic bag.
3. Rub the plastic bag to supply the oil equally across
the foam air filter.
4. Push the unwanted oil out of the foam air filter while
in the plastic bag.

To clean the air filter

CAUTION: Always replace an air filter that is

damaged, very dirty or soaked with fuel.

If you use an air filter for a long time, it cannot be fully

cleaned. Replace the air filter with a new one at regular
intervals. Felt filter
1. Close the choke valve. • Hit the felt filter carefully against your hand or use
2. Remove the air filter cover. compressed air to clean the felt filter.

CAUTION: Do not use water to clean the

felt filter. Water can cause damage to
the felt filter.

Fuel filter
When the engine runs short of fuel supply, make sure
that the fuel tank cap and the fuel filter (A) is not
blocked.

3. Remove the air filter.

4. Clean the air filter with warm soap water.
5. Make sure that the air filter is dry.
6. Replace the air filter if it is too dirty to fully clean it.
Always replace a damaged air filter. A
7. Clean the inner surface of the air filter cover. Use air
or a brush.
8. Use Husqvarna two-stroke oil to put oil on the air
filter. If there is too much oil on the air filter, remove
the unwanted oil before you install the air filter.

To apply oil to the foam air filter

CAUTION: Always use Husqvarna special

air filter oil. Do not use other types of oil.

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To add grease to the bevel gear To sharpen grass cutters and grass
• Make sure that the bevel gear is filled 3/4 full with blades
bevel gear grease.
• Sharpen all edges of the grass cutters and blades
equally to keep the balance. Use a single-cut flat file.

To examine the spark plug

CAUTION: Always use the recommended
spark plug type. Incorrect spark plug type
can cause damage to the product.

• Examine the spark plug if the engine is low on

power, is not easy to start or does not operate
correctly at idle speed. To sharpen the saw blade
• To decrease the risk of unwanted material on the
spark plug electrodes, obey these instructions:
a) Make sure that the idle speed is correctly WARNING: Stop the engine. Use protective
adjusted. gloves.
b) Make sure that the fuel mixture is correct.
c) Make sure that the air filter is clean. • To sharpen the blade correctly, refer to the
instructions that come with the blade.
• If the spark plug is dirty, clean it and make sure that
the electrode gap is correct, refer to Technical data • Make sure that the product and blade has sufficient
on page 26. support when you sharpen it.

• Replace the spark plug if it is necessary.

• Use a 5.5 mm (7/32 in) round file with a file holder.

• Hold the file at an angle of 15°.

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• Sharpen one tooth of the saw blade to the right and • Adjust the blade set to 1 mm (0.04 in) with the
the next tooth to the left, see the illustration. recommended setting tool. Refer to the instructions
that come with the blade.
15˚

WARNING: Always discard a blade that is

Note: Sharpen the edges of the teeth with a flat file if damaged. Do not try to make a bent or
the blade is heavily worn. Continue to sharpen with a twisted blade straight and use it again.
round file.
• Sharpen all edges equally to keep the blade
balanced.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Starting failure

Check Possible cause Solution

Stop button Stop position Set the stop switch to the start position.

Starter pawls Binding pawls Adjust or replace the pawls.

Clean around the pawls.

Speak to an approved servicing dealer.

Fuel tank Incorrect fuel Drain it and use correct fuel.

type.

Carburetor Adjustment of Adjust the idle speed with the T screw.

the idle speed.

Spark (no Spark plug dirty Make sure that the spark plug is dry and clean.
spark) or wet.

Spark plug Clean the spark plug. Check that the electrode gap is correct. Make sure that the
clearance in- spark plug is installed with a supressor.
correct. Refer to technical data for correct electrode gap.

Spark plug Spark plug Tighten the spark plug.

loose.

Fuel filter Clogged fuel fil- Replace the fuel filter.

ter.

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 Engine starts but does not stay running

Check Possible cause Solution

Fuel tank Incorrect fuel Drain it and use correct fuel.

type.

Carburetor Engine will not Speak to your servicing dealer.

idle correctly.

Air filter Clogged air fil- Clean the air filter.

ter.

Fuel filter Clogged fuel fil- Replace the fuel filter.

ter.

Transportation and storage

• Keep equipment safe during transportation to • Replace or repair damaged components.
prevent damage and accidents. • Use the correct protective cover on the product that
• Keep the product and equipment in a dry and frost- does not keep moisture.
proof area. • Keep the product tightly attached during transport.
• Clean the product.

Technical data

143R-II

Engine

Cylinder displacement, cm3 41.5

Idle speed, rpm 2500

Speed of output shaft, rpm 8570

Max. engine output, according to ISO 8893, kW/hp @ rpm 1.47/1.97@7500

Ignition system

Spark plug NGK BPMR 7A

Electrode gap, mm 0.6-0.7

Fuel and lubrication system

Fuel tank capacity, l/cm3 0.94/940

Weight

Weight, kg 7.2

Noise emissions1

1 Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power ( LWA) in conformity with EC directive 2000/14/
EC. Reported sound power level for the machine has been measured with the original cutting attachment that
gives the highest level. The difference between guaranteed and measured sound power is that the guaran-
teed sound power also includes dispersion in the measurement result and the variations between different
machines of the same model according to Directive 2000/14/EC.

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Sound power level, measured, dB(A) 110

Sound power level, guaranteed LWA, dB(A) 113

Sound levels2

Equivalent sound pressure level at the operator's ear, measured according to EN ISO 11806 and EN ISO 22868,
dB(A)

Equipped with trimmer head (original) 98

Equipped with grass blade (original) 95

Equipped with saw blade (original) 96

Vibration levels3

Equivalent vibration levels (ahv,eq) at handles, measured according to EN ISO 11806 and EN ISO 22867, m/s2

Equipped with trimmer head (original), left/right 3.3/4.6

Equipped with grass blade (original), left/right 4.0/6.3

Equipped with saw blade (original), left/right 3.5/5.1

Accessories

Approved accessories Accessory type Cutting attachment guard, art. no.

Grass blade/grass cutter Multi 255-3 (Ø 255, 3 teeth) 537 33 16-03

Multi 275-4 (Ø 275, 4 teeth) 537 33 16-03

Multi 300-3 (Ø 300, 3 teeth) 537 33 16-03

Multi 330-2 (Ø 330, 2 teeth) 537 33 16-03

Saw blade Scarlet 200-22 (Ø 200, 22 teeth) 502 30 36-01

Scarlet 225-24 (Ø 225, 24 teeth) 502 03 94-06

Plastic blades Tricut Ø 300 mm (Separate blades 537 33 16-03

have part number 531 01 77-15)

Trimmer head T35, T35X (Ø 2.4-3.0 mm cord) 537 33 16-03

S35 (Ø 2.4-3.0 mm cord) 537 33 16-03

T45x (Ø 2.7-3.3 mm cord) 537 33 16-03

S II 537 33 16-03

Support cup Fixed –

2 Reported data for equivalent sound pressure level for the machine has a typical statistical dispersion (stand-
ard deviation) of 1 dB(A).
3 Reported data for equivalent vibration level has a typical statistical dispersion (standard deviation) of 1 m/s2

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 EC Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel:
+46-36-146500, declares that the brushcutter
Husqvarna 143R-II 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” 2006/42/EC.
• of February 26, 2014 ”relating to electromagnetic
compatibility” 2014/30/EU.
• of May 8, 2000 ”relating to the noise emissions in the
environment” 2000/14/EC. Conformity assessment
according to Annex V. For information relating to
noise emissions, refer to Technical data on page 26.
The following standards have been applied:
EN ISO 12100:2010, CISPR 12:2007, EN ISO
14982:2009, EN ISO 11806-1:2011
Huskvarna, 2016-03-30

Per Gustafsson, Development Manager (Authorized

representative for Husqvarna AB and responsible for
technical documentation)

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 S35
1 2 3

2,4-2,7 mm
.095-.106"
8,5 m
28'
10 cm
4"

4,2 m
14'

4 5

6 7 8
"Clic"

10 11

15 cm
6"

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 S35
1 2

2,4-2,7 mm
.095-.106"
4,25 m 4,25 m
14' 14'

3 4

15 cm
6"

A B

15 cm
6"

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 T35, T35x
1 2 3

2,4-2,7 mm
.095-.106"
8,5 m
28'

10 cm
4"

4,3 m
14'

4 5

6 7 8
"Clic"
15 cm
6"

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 T45, T45x
1 2 3

2,7-3,3 mm
.106-.13"
10 m
32'

10 cm
4"

4,3 m
14'

4 5

6 7 8
15 cm "Clic"
6"

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 T55x
1 2 3

A
B

A 2,7 - 4,0 mm / .105 - .160"

B 8 m / 26’
C 15 cm / 5.9"

4 5

6 7 8
15 cm "Clic"
6"

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1 2

.095"-.130"
2,4-3,3 mm
7,0 m
23'

12 cm
5"

~ 3,5 m
11'

3 4

5 ~ 15 cm
6'
6 7
"Clic"

8 9

35-50 NM

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