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Operator’s manual K960 Ring Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h...
KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: Symbols in the operator’s manual: WARNING! The machine can be a Switch off the engine by moving the stop dangerous tool if used incorrectly or switch to the STOP position before carrying carelessly, which can cause serious or out any checks or maintenance.
CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: ..........Symbols in the operator’s manual: ....... CONTENTS Contents ..............WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the power cutter? ....... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Steps before using a new power cutter ......Personal protective equipment ........
WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the power cutter? 1 Control for the guide rollers 17 Locking nuts for the support rollers 2 Grease nipples 18 Water tap 3 Blade guard/spray guard 19 Warning decal 4 Water connector 20 Choke 5 Locking button for the drive wheel 21 Start throttle lock 6 Diamond blade...
Do not use the power cutter if the idle speed is not adjusted correctly! • Let your Husqvarna dealer regularly check the power The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the cutter and make essential adjustments and repairs.
- To make sure that none of the above come into contact with the cutting blade. IMPORTANT! K960 Ring may only be used for wet cutting. The water cleans and cools both the blade and the component parts of the cutting equipment.
Do not touch the muffler if it is hot! • Always use a Husqvarna fuel container with an anti-spill valve. The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! For mufflers it is very important that you follow the instructions on checking, maintaining and servicing your machine. See instructions under the heading Checking, maintaining and servicing the machine’s safety equipment. WARNING! The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Checking, maintaining and servicing Throttle lockout the machine′ ′ ′ ′ s safety equipment • Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when the throttle lockout is released. WARNING! All servicing and repair work on the machine requires special training.
Cutting depth Cutting technique K960 Ring can cut up to a depth of 260 mm (10 inches). The technique described below is of a general character. Making a guide cut of 50-70 mm (2-3 inches) first, gives you better control of the machine.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cutting sequence General rules First make the lower horizontal cut. Now make the two vertical • Never start to cut with the upper quadrant of the blade as cuts. Finish with the upper horizontal cut. shown in the figure, also known as the kickback zone. Remember to divide the blocks up into manageable pieces so that they can be transported and lifted safely.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Diamond blades Diamond blades consist of a steel body provided with segments that contain industrial diamonds. 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"...
We offers a number of blades for different materials in its is not transferred at the centre of the blade. The flanges on the range. Check with your Husqvarna dealer to see which blades two guide rollers run in the blade’s groove. Springs on the are best suited for your usage.
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SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS • Fit the blade. • Adjust so you can easily stop the support rollers using your thumb when the blade is rotated. The support rollers CAUTION! The blade has a groove (A) on one side that should only follow the blade occasionally. acts a the guide groove for the support rollers.
SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS Dismantling the complete guide Assembling the complete guide roller roller • Remove the support roller cover. • Screw the knob until it bottoms, and then loosen the knob 2 turns. • Lift off the blade. • Insert the guide roller in the chassis •...
SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS Replacing the drive wheel • Replace the guide rollers when half of the flange on the rollers is worn. 1 Lock the axle using the locking button. A) New 2 Loosen the centre screw and remove the washer. B) Worn •...
Two-stroke oil Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel. • For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two- Always shut off the engine before refuelling. stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for our air- cooled two stroke-engines.
STARTING AND STOPPING Before starting Starting Grip the front handle with your left hand. Put your right foot on WARNING! Note the following before the lower section of the rear handle pressing the machine against the ground. Never wrap the starter cord around starting: your hand Do not start the power cutter without the belt...
MAINTENANCE Lubricating the guide rollers Belt tensioning/replacing the drive belt • Connect the grease gun to the grease nipples. • Dismantle the cover and loosen the belt tensioning screw. Push back the belt tensioning roller and install a new drive belt.
A special starts to rotate. Now turn the screw anti-clockwise until the HUSQVARNA oil has been produced for this purpose. blade stops rotating. A correctly adjusted idle speed is set when the engine accelerates without hesitation.
MAINTENANCE 2 The paper filter is accessible under cover B. This filter • Remove any remnants of the old starter cord and check must be replaced/cleaned when the engine's power that the return spring works. Insert the new starter cord drops.
MAINTENANCE Changing a broken recoil spring Fitting the starter • To fit the starter, first 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.
A shattered blade can cause serious personal injuries to the user or other persons. For this reason Husqvarna does 1 Air intake on the starter. not approve ring cutting blades that have been reconstructed.
MAINTENANCE General maintenance instructions Monthly maintenance 17 Check the clutch centre, drive gear and clutch spring for Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. If wear. you have more questions, contact your service agent. 18 Clean the outside of the carburetor. 19 Check fuel hose for cracks or other damage.
MAINTENANCE Trouble shooting Mechanics Symptom Probable cause The blade does not rotate. 1 Roller knobs not tightened fully. 2 The blade not fitted on guide rollers correctly. 3 Rollers tensioned too much. The blade rotates too slowly. 1 Roller knobs not tightened fully. 2 Worn drive wheel.
The owner is responsible for the performance of all required charge to the owner at an approved Husqvarna Construction maintenance, as defined in the operator’s manual. Products servicing dealer. If you have any 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,...