Husqvarna Chainsaw K760 User Manual

Operators manual  
K760  
K760 Rescue  
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions  
before using the machine.  
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CONTENTS  
Cleaning ................................................................ 25  
Contents  
Functional inspection ............................................ 25  
TECHNICAL DATA  
KEY TO SYMBOLS  
Manual version .....................................................  
Symbols on the machine ......................................  
Explanation of warning levels ...............................  
CONTENTS  
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Technical data ....................................................... 29  
Cutting equipment ................................................. 29  
EC-declaration of conformity ................................ 30  
Contents ...............................................................  
PRESENTATION  
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Dear Customer, ....................................................  
Design and features .............................................  
PRESENTATION  
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What is what on the power cutter - K760? ...........  
PRESENTATION  
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What is what on the power cutter - K760 Rescue?  
MACHINE´S SAFETY EQUIPMENT  
General .................................................................  
CUTTING BLADES  
General .................................................................  
Abrasive blades .................................................... 10  
Diamond blades ................................................... 10  
Toothed blades, carbide tipped blades and  
emergency situations ........................................... 11  
Transport and storage .......................................... 11  
ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSTMENTS  
General ................................................................. 12  
Checking the drive shaft and flange washers ....... 12  
Checking the bushing ........................................... 12  
Checking the direction of the blade rotation ......... 12  
Fitting the cutting blade ........................................ 12  
Blade guard .......................................................... 12  
Disengaging OilGuard .......................................... 13  
Reversible cutting head ........................................ 13  
FUEL HANDLING  
General ................................................................. 14  
Fuel ...................................................................... 14  
Fueling .................................................................. 15  
Transport and storage .......................................... 15  
OilGuard ............................................................... 15  
OPERATING  
Protective equipment ............................................ 16  
General safety precautions ................................... 16  
Transport and storage .......................................... 21  
STARTING AND STOPPING  
Before starting ...................................................... 22  
Starting ................................................................. 22  
Stopping ............................................................... 23  
MAINTENANCE  
General ................................................................. 24  
Maintenance schedule ......................................... 24  
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PRESENTATION  
Dear Customer,  
Thank you for choosing a Husqvarna product!  
Design and features  
This is a high speed, hand held, power cutter designed to  
cut hard materials like masonry or steel and should not be  
used for any purpose not described in this manual. Safe  
operation of this product requires the operator to read this  
manual carefully. Ask your dealer or Husqvarna should  
you need more information.  
It is our wish that you will be satisfied with your product  
and that it will be your companion for a long time. A  
purchase of one of our products gives you access to  
professional help with repairs and services. If the retailer  
who sells your machine is not one of our authorised  
dealers, ask him for the address of your nearest service  
workshop.  
Some of the unique features of your product are  
described below.  
Active Air Filtration™  
Centrifugal air cleaning for longer service life and longer  
service intervals.  
This operator’s manual is a valuable document. Make  
sure it is always at hand at the work place. By following its  
content (using, service, maintenance etc) the life span  
and the second-hand value of the machine can be  
extended. If you will sell this machine, make sure that the  
buyer will get the operator´s manual.  
OilGuard (K760 OilGuard)  
An optical detection system to detect if there is oil in the  
fuel or if the oil type is wrong.  
SmartCarb™  
More than 300 years of innovation  
Built-in automatic filter compensation maintains high  
power and reduces fuel consumption.  
Husqvarna AB is a Swedish company based on a tradition  
that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Charles  
XI ordered the construction of a factory for production of  
muskets. At that time, the foundation was already laid for  
the engineering skills behind the development of some of  
the world's leading products in areas such as hunting  
weapons, bicycles, motorcycles, domestic appliances,  
sewing machines and outdoor products.  
Dura Starter™  
Dust sealed starter unit, where the return spring and the  
pulley bearing are sealed which makes the starter  
virtually maintenance free and even more reliable.  
X-Torq®  
The X-Torq® engine provides a more accessible torque  
for a wider range of speeds which results in maximum  
cutting capacity. X-Torq® reduces the fuel consumption  
by up to 20% and the emissions by up to 60%.  
Husqvarna is the global leader in outdoor power products  
for forestry, park maintenance and lawn and garden care,  
as well as cutting equipment and diamond tools for the  
construction and stone industries.  
EasyStart  
Owner responsibility  
The engine and starter are designed to ensure quick and  
easy starting of the machine. Reduces the pull resistance  
in the starter cord by up to 40%. (Reduces the  
compression during starting.)  
It is the owner’s/employer’s responsibility that the operator  
has sufficient knowledge about how to use the machine  
safely. Supervisors and operators must have read and  
understood the Operator’s Manual. They must be aware  
of:  
Air purge  
When you push the air purge diaphragm, fuel is pumped  
through to the carburettor. Fewer pulls are required for  
starting, meaning the machine becomes easier to start.  
The machine’s safety instructions.  
The machine’s range of applications and limitations.  
How the machine is to be used and maintained.  
DEX  
Low flushing wet cutting kit for effective dust handling.  
National legislation could regulate the use of this  
machine. Find out what legislation is applicable in the  
place where you work before you start using the machine.  
Efficient vibration damping system  
Efficient vibration dampers spare arms and hands.  
Reversible cutting head  
The machine is fitted with a reversible cutting head  
allowing cutting close to a wall or at ground level,  
restricted only by the thickness of the blade guard.  
The manufacturer’s reservation  
Subsequent to publishing this manual Husqvarna may  
issue additional information for safe operation of this  
product. It is the owner’s duty to keep up with the safest  
methods of operation.  
Specially designed starter handle  
(K760 Rescue)  
Specially designed starter handle, with room for heavy  
gloves.  
Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product  
development and therefore reserves the right to modify  
the design and appearance of products without prior  
notice.  
Adjustable carry strap (K760 Rescue)  
Adjustable carry strap for full freedom of movement.  
For customer information and assistance, contact us at  
Chromium-plated blade guard  
(K760 Rescue)  
Chromium-plated blade guard, visible in smoke and water  
spray, enhances control of the cutter.  
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PRESENTATION  
What is what on the power cutter - K760?  
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Front handle  
15 Blade guard  
Water tap  
16 Decompression valve  
Warning decal  
Air filter cover  
17 Air purge  
18 Fuel cap  
Cylinder cover  
19 Water connection with filter  
20 Belt guard  
Choke control with start throttle lock  
Throttle lockout  
Throttle trigger  
Stop switch  
21 Cutting arm  
22 Rating plate  
23 Belt tensioner  
10 Disconnection function for OilGuard (K760 OilGuard)  
24 Cutting head  
11 Starter handle  
12 Starter  
25 Cutting blade (not supplied)  
26 Combination spanner  
27 Water connector, GARDENA®  
28 Operators manual  
13 Muffler  
14 Adjustment handle for guard  
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PRESENTATION  
What is what on the power cutter - K760 Rescue?  
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Front handle  
14 Decompression valve  
Warning decal  
15 Air purge  
Air filter cover  
16 Fuel cap  
Cylinder cover  
17 Harness  
Choke control with start throttle lock  
Throttle lockout  
Throttle trigger  
18 Belt guard  
19 Cutting arm  
20 Rating plate  
Stop switch  
21 Belt tensioner  
22 Cutting head  
23 Cutting blade (not supplied)  
24 Combination spanner  
25 Operators manual  
Starter handle  
10 Starter  
11 Muffler  
12 Adjustment handle for guard  
13 Blade guard  
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MACHINE´S SAFETY EQUIPMENT  
Check that the throttle trigger and throttle lockout  
move freely and that the return springs work properly.  
General  
WARNING! Never use a machine that has  
faulty safety equipment! If your machine  
fails any checks contact your service  
agent to get it repaired.  
!
The engine should be switched off, and  
the stop switch in STOP position.  
Start the power cutter and apply full throttle. Release  
the throttle control and check that the cutting blade  
stops and remains stationary. If the cutting blade  
rotates when the throttle is in the idle position you  
should check the carburettor’s idle adjustment. See  
instructions in the section "Maintenance".  
This section describes the machine´s safety equipment,  
its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be  
carried out to ensure that it operates correctly.  
Throttle lockout  
The throttle trigger lock is designed to prevent accidental  
operation of the throttle. When the lock (A) is pressed in  
this releases the throttle (B).  
Stop switch  
Use the stop switch to switch off the engine.  
The trigger lock remains pressed in as long as the throttle  
is pressed. When the grip on the handle is released the  
throttle trigger and the throttle trigger lock both return to  
their original positions. This is controlled by two  
independent return spring systems. This means that the  
throttle trigger is automatically locked in the idle position.  
Checking the throttle lockout  
Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle  
setting when the throttle lockout is released.  
Checking the stop switch  
Start the engine and make sure the engine stops  
when you move the stop switch to the stop setting.  
Press the throttle lockout and make sure it returns to  
its original position when you release it.  
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MACHINE´S SAFETY EQUIPMENT  
Checking the vibration damping system  
Blade guard  
WARNING! The engine should be  
switched off, and the stop switch in  
STOP position.  
WARNING! Always check that the guard  
is correctly fitted before starting the  
machine.  
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Check the vibration damping units regularly for cracks  
or deformation. Replace them if damaged.  
This guard is fitted above the cutting blade and is  
designed to prevent parts of the blade or cutting  
fragments from being thrown towards the user.  
Check that the vibration damping element is securely  
attached between the engine unit and handle unit.  
Muffler  
WARNING! Never use a machine without  
a muffler, or with a faulty muffler. A  
damaged muffler may substantially  
increase the noise level and the fire  
hazard. Keep fire fighting equipment  
handy.  
!
Checking the blade and the blade guard  
The muffler gets very hot during and  
after use as well as when idling. Be  
aware of the fire hazard, especially when  
working near flammable substances and/  
or vapours.  
Check that the guard over the cutting blade is not  
cracked or damaged in any other way. Replace when  
damaged.  
Check that the cutting blade is fitted correctly and  
does not show signs of damage. A damaged cutting  
blade can cause personal injury.  
Keep fire fighting equipment handy.  
Vibration damping system  
The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum  
and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user.  
WARNING! Overexposure to vibration  
can lead to circulatory damage or nerve  
damage in people who have impaired  
circulation. Contact your doctor if you  
experience symptoms of overexposure  
to vibration. Such symptoms include  
numbness, loss of feeling, tingling,  
pricking, pain, loss of strength, changes  
in skin colour or condition.These  
symptoms normally appear in the  
fingers, hands or wrists.These  
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symptoms may be increased in cold  
temperatures.  
Inspecting the muffler  
Check regularly that the muffler is complete and secured  
correctly.  
Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping  
system that is designed to minimize vibration and  
make operation easier.  
The machines vibration damping system reduces the  
transfer of vibration between the engine unit/cutting  
equipment and the machines handle unit.The engine  
body, including the cutting equipment, is insulated  
from the handles by vibration damping units.  
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CUTTING BLADES  
Cutting blades for different materials  
General  
WARNING! Never use a cutting blade for  
any other materials than what it was  
intended to cut.  
WARNING! A cutting blade may burst  
and cause injury to the operator.  
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Never use a diamond blade to cut plastic  
material.The heat produced during cutting  
may melt the plastic and it can stick to the  
cutting blade and cause a kickback.  
The cutting blade manufacturer issues  
warnings and recommendations for the  
use and proper care of the cutting blade.  
Those warnings come with the cutting  
blade. Read and follow all instructions  
from the cutting blade manufacturer.  
Cutting metal generates sparks that may  
cause fire. Do not use the machine near  
ignitable substances or gases.  
A cutting blade should be checked  
before it is assembled on the saw and  
frequently during use. Look for cracks,  
lost segments (diamond blades) or  
pieces broken off. Do not use a damaged  
cutting blade.  
Follow the instructions supplied with the cutting blade  
concerning the suitability of the blade for various  
applications, or consult your dealer in case of doubts.  
Concrete Metal Plastic  
Cast iron  
Test the integrity of each new cutting  
blade by running it at full throttle for  
about 1 minute.  
Abrasive  
blades  
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X
Diamon  
d blades  
X*  
X*  
Cutting blades are available in two basic designs;  
abrasive blades and diamond blades.  
* Only specialty blades.  
Hand held, high speed machines  
WARNING! Never use a cutting blade with a  
lower speed rating than that of the power  
cutter. Only use cutting blades intended for  
high speed handheld power cutters.  
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High-quality blades are often most economical.Lower  
quality blades often have inferior cutting capacity and  
a shorter service life, which results in a higher cost in  
relation to the quantity of material that is cut.  
Many cutting blades that might fit this power cutter are  
intended for stationary saws and have a lower speed  
rating than is needed for this hand-held saw. Cutting  
blades with a lower speed rating shall never be used  
on this saw.  
Make sure that the right bushing is used for the cutting  
blade to be fitted on the machine. See the instructions  
under the heading Fitting the cutting blade.  
Husqvarna cutting blades are manufactured for high-  
speed, portable power cutters.  
Check that the blade is approved for the same or  
higher speed according to the aproval plate of the  
engine. Never use a cutting blade with a lower speed  
rating than that of the power cutter.  
Suitable cutting blades  
Cutting blades K760  
Abrasive blades Yes*  
Diamond blades Yes  
K760 Rescue  
Yes*  
Yes  
Toothed blads  
Do not use Yes**  
For more information, see the ”Technical data” section.  
*Without water  
**See instructions under the heading "Toothed blades,  
carbide tipped blades and emergency situations".  
Blade vibration  
The blade can become out-of-round and vibrate if an  
excessive feed pressure is used.  
A lower feed pressure can stop the vibration.  
Otherwise replace the blade.  
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CUTTING BLADES  
Abrasive blades  
Diamond blades  
General  
WARNING! Do not use abrasive blades  
with water.The strength is impaired  
when abrasive blades are exposed to  
water or moisture, which results in an  
increased risk of the blade breaking.  
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WARNING! Never use a diamond blade to  
cut plastic material.The heat produced  
during cutting may melt the plastic and it  
can stick to the cutting blade and cause a  
kickback.  
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The cutting material on abrasive blades consists of  
grit bonded using an organic binder. ”Reinforced  
blades” are made up of a fabric or fibre base that  
prevents total breakage at maximum working speed if  
the blade should be cracked or damaged.  
Diamond blades become very hot when  
used. An overheated blade is a result of  
improper use, and may cause  
deformation of the blade, resulting in  
damage and injuries.  
A cutting blade’s performance is determined by the  
type and size of abrasive corn, and the type and  
hardness of the bonding agent.  
Cutting metal generates sparks that may  
cause fire. Do not use the machine near  
ignitable substances or gases.  
Ensure the cutting blade is not cracked or damaged.  
Diamond blades consist of a steel core provided with  
segments that contain industrial diamonds.  
Diamond blades ensure lower costs per cutting  
operation, fewer blade changes and a constant cutting  
depth.  
Test the abrasive blade by hanging it on your finger  
and tapping it lightly with a screwdriver or the like. If  
the blade does not produce a resonant, ringing sound  
it is damaged.  
When using diamond blades make sure that it rotates  
in the direction indicated by the arrow on the blade.  
Abrasive blades for different materials  
Blade type  
Material  
Diamond blades for different materials  
Concrete, asphalt, stone masonry,  
Diamond blades are ideal for masonry, reinforced  
concrete and other composite materials.  
Concrete blade cast iron, aluminium, copper, brass,  
cables, rubber, plastic, etc.  
Diamond blades are available in several hardness  
classes.  
Steel, steel alloys and other hard  
Metal blade  
metals.  
Special blades should be used when cutting metal.  
Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right product.  
Sharpening diamond blades  
Always use a sharp diamond blade.  
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 blade causes  
overheating, which can result in the diamond  
segments coming loose.  
Sharpen the blade by cutting in a soft material such as  
sandstone or brick.  
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CUTTING BLADES  
Diamond blades and cooling  
During cutting the friction in the cut causes the  
diamond blade to be heated up. If the blade is allowed  
to get too hot this can result in loss of blade tensioning  
or core cracking.  
Diamond blades for dry cutting  
Although no water is required for cooling, dry cutting  
blades must be cooled with air flow around the blades.  
For this reason dry cutting blades are recommended  
only for intermittent cutting. Every few seconds of  
cutting the blade should be allowed to run 'free” with  
no load to allow the air flow around the blade to  
dissipate the heat.  
Diamond blades for wet cutting  
Wet cutting diamond blades must be used with water  
to keep the blade core and segments cool during  
sawing.  
Wet cutting blades should NOT be used dry.  
Using wet cutting blades without water can cause  
excessive heat build-up, resulting in poor  
performance, severe blade damage and is a safety  
hazard.  
Water cooling cools the blade and increases its  
service life while also reducing the formation of dust.  
Toothed blades, carbide tipped  
blades and emergency situations  
Carbide tipped specialty blades are intended only for use  
in rescue missions and only by trained staff.  
Transport and storage  
Do not store or transport the power cutter with the  
cutting blade fitted.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 blades.  
Abrasive blades must be stored on a flat, level  
surface. If an abrasive blades is stored in humid  
conditions, this can cause imbalance and result in  
injury.  
Inspect new blades for transport or storage damage.  
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ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSTMENTS  
General  
Checking the direction of the  
blade rotation  
WARNING! The engine should be  
When using diamond blades make sure that it rotates  
in the direction indicated by the arrow on the blade.  
The direction of rotation for the machine is shown by  
arrows on the cutting arm.  
switched off, and the stop switch in  
STOP position.  
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Husqvarna’s blades are high speed blades approved for  
hand held power cutters.  
Checking the drive shaft and  
flange washers  
When the blade is replaced with a new one, check the  
flange washers and the drive shaft.  
Check that the threads on the drive shaft are  
undamaged.  
Fitting the cutting blade  
Check that the contact surfaces on the blade and the  
flange washers are undamaged, of the correct  
dimension, clean, and that they run properly on the  
drive axle.  
The blade is placed on the bushing (A) between the  
inner flange washer (B) and the flange washer (C).  
The flange washer is turned so that it fits on the axle.  
Lock the shaft. Insert a tool in the hole in the cutting  
head and rotate the blade until it is locked.  
Do not use warped, notched, indented or dirty flange  
washers. Do not use different dimensions of flange  
washers.  
Checking the bushing  
Bushings are used to fit the machine to the centre hole in  
the cutting blade.The machine is supplied with a bushing  
that can be flipped over to fit either 20 mm or 1” (25.4  
mm). A decal on the blade guard indicates appropriate  
blade specification.  
Tightening torque for the bolt holding the blade is: 25  
Nm (215 in.lb).  
Blade guard  
The guard for the cutting equipment should be adjusted  
so that the rear section is flush 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.  
The blade guard is friction locked.  
Check that the bushing on the machine's spindle shaft  
corresponds with the centre hole of the cutting blade.  
The blades are marked with the diameter of the centre  
hole.  
Press the ends of the guard against the work piece or  
adjust the guard with the adjustment handle. The  
guard must always be fitted on the machine.  
Use only bushings supplied by Husqvarna. Those  
bushings have been designed for your power cutter.  
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ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSTMENTS  
Disengaging OilGuard  
(K760 OilGuard)  
Reversible cutting head  
The machine is fitted with a reversible cutting head  
allowing cutting close to a wall or at ground level,  
restricted only by the thickness of the blade guard.  
When the machine is delivered, the OilGuard plug (A)  
and the blue indicator pin (B) are fitted in the tank.  
In the event of a kickback it is harder to control the  
machine when cutting with the cutting head reversed.The  
cutting blade is further away for the centre of the machine  
which means the handle and the cutting blade are no  
longer in alignment. It is more difficult to restrain the  
machine if the blade gets jammed or stuck in its kickback  
danger zone. See under the "Kickback" heading in the  
"Operating" section for additional information.  
Some of the machine’s good ergonomic features are  
jeopardised such as balance. Cutting with the cutting  
head reversed should only occur with cuts that are not  
possible in a standard manner.  
If you are in a situation where you do not have access  
to Husqvarna OilGuard oil, but you have oil of a similar  
quality, you can deactivate the OilGuard system using  
the disconnection function.  
First release the two bolts and then the adjuster screw  
to release the belt tension.  
To deactivate the function, pry off the OilGuard plug  
using a screwdriver and then break off the indicator  
pin. Now fit the disconnector plug (C) in the tank to  
complete deactivation and to cover the hole.  
If you want to reactivate the OilGuard system, press  
the OilGuard plug again. The system is then  
reactivated, but note that the broken indicator pin  
cannot be refitted.  
A broken indicator pin indicates that the OilGuard  
system has been disconnected.  
Now unscrew the bolts and dismantle the belt guard.  
You can purchase a new indicator pin as a spare, but  
this is only sold in grey which indicates that the  
OilGuard system has been deactivated since the  
machine left the factory.  
Disconnect the water hose from the blade guard.  
Remove the belt from the belt pulley.  
The cutting head is now loose and can be removed  
from the machine.  
Remove the cutting head and attach it to the other  
side of the cutting arm.  
Fit the belt guard to the reversed cutting head.  
Tighten the drive belt. See instructions in the section  
"Maintenance".  
Assemble the water hose nipple and the hose on the  
opposite upper side of the blade guard.  
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FUEL HANDLING  
Two-stroke oil  
General  
K760  
WARNING! Running an engine in a  
For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA  
two-stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for  
our air-cooled two-stroke engines.  
confined or badly ventilated area can  
result in death due to asphyxiation or  
carbon monoxide poisoning. Use fans to  
ensure proper air circulation when  
working in trenches or ditches deeper  
than one meter.  
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Never use two-stroke oil intended for water-cooled  
engines, sometimes referred to as outboard oil (rated  
TCW).  
Never use oil intended for four-stroke engines.  
Fuel and fuel fumes are flammable and  
can cause serious injury when inhaled or  
allowed to come in contact with the skin.  
For this reason observe caution when  
handling fuel and make sure there is  
adequate ventilation.  
K760 OilGuard  
Use HUSQVARNA OilGuard two stroke oil.  
Mixing  
Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container  
intended for fuel.  
The exhaust fumes from the engine are  
hot and may contain sparks which can  
start a fire. Never start the machine  
indoors or near combustible material!  
Always start by filling half the amount of the petrol to  
be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix  
(shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of  
petrol.  
Do not smoke and do not place any hot  
objects in the vicinity of fuel.  
Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling  
the machine’s fuel tank.  
Fuel  
Do not mix more than one month’s supply of fuel at a  
time.  
NOTICE! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke  
engine and must always been run using a mixture of  
petrol and two-stroke 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.  
Mixing ratio  
• 1:50 (2%) with HUSQVARNA two-stroke oil or  
equivalent.  
Two-stroke oil, litre  
Petrol, litre  
2% (1:50)  
0,10  
5
Petrol  
10  
15  
20  
0,20  
Use good quality unleaded or leaded petrol.  
0,30  
The lowest octane recommended is 90 (RON). If you  
run the engine on a lower octane grade than 90 so-  
called knocking can occur. This gives rise to a high  
engine temperature, which can result in serious  
engine damage.  
0,40  
1:33 (3%) with oils class JASO FB or ISO EGB  
formulated for air-cooled, two-stroke engines or mix  
as per recommendation from the oil manufacturer.  
When working at continuous high revs a higher octane  
rating is recommended.  
Environment fuel  
HUSQVARNA recommends the use of alkylate fuel,  
either Aspen two-stroke fuel or environmental fuel for  
four-stroke engines blended with two-stroke oil as set out  
below. Note that carburettor adjustment may be  
necessary when changing the type of fuel (see the  
instructions under the heading Carburettor).  
Ethanol blended fuel, E10 may be used (max 10%  
ethanol blend). Using ethanol blends higher than E10 will  
create lean running condition which can cause engine  
damage.  
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FUEL HANDLING  
Fueling  
OilGuard (K760 OilGuard)  
Machines fitted with OilGuard have a built-in system  
for identifying incorrect fuel mixtures.  
WARNING! Always stop the engine and  
let it cool for a few minutes before  
refuelling.The engine should be  
switched off, and the stop switch in  
STOP position.  
!
Once the machine is running, a detector reads the fuel  
quality which takes about ten seconds. If the correct  
amount of Husqvarna OilGuard oil has been used, the  
machine will run at a normal speed. If the wrong type  
of oil has been used, the machine senses this and  
restricts the speed of the engine to 3,800 rpm to avoid  
damaging the engine.  
When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly  
so that any excess pressure is released  
gently.  
In order for the machine to run at normal speed again,  
you must drain the incorrect fuel mixture and then fill  
the machine with a fuel mixture containing the correct  
ratio (2 %) of Husqvarna OilGuard oil.  
Clean the area around the fuel cap.  
Tighten the fuel cap carefully after  
refuelling.  
If the cap is not properly tightened the  
cap might vibrate lose and fuel may  
escape from the fuel tank creating a fire  
hazard.  
Move the machine at least 3 m from the  
refuelling point before starting it.  
Never start the machine:  
If you have spilt fuel or engine oil on the machine.  
Wipe off the spill and allow the remaining fuel to  
evaporate.  
If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes,  
change your clothes.Wash any part of your body that  
has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water.  
If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for  
leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines.  
Unless the fuel cap is securely tightened after  
refueling.  
Transport and storage  
Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there  
is no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact  
with sparks or naked flames, for example, from  
electrical machinery, electric motors, electrical relays/  
switches or boilers.  
When storing and transporting fuel always use  
approved containers intended for this purpose.  
Long-term storage  
When storing the machine for long periods the fuel  
tank must be emptied. Contact your local petrol  
station to find out where to dispose of excess fuel.  
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OPERATING  
Protective equipment  
General safety precautions  
This section describes basic safety directions for using  
the machine. This information is never a substitute for  
professional skills and experience.  
General  
Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for  
help in the event of an accident.  
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make  
sure you understand the instructions before using the  
machine. It is recommended that first time operators  
also obtain practical intsuction before using the  
machine.  
Personal protective equipment  
You must use approved personal protective equipment  
whenever you use the machine. Personal protective  
equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will  
reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen.  
Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.  
Keep in mind that it is you, the operator that is  
responsible for not exposing people or their property  
to accidents or hazards.  
The machine must be kept clean. Signs and stickers  
must be fully legible.  
WARNING! The use of products such as  
cutters, grinders, drills, that sand or form  
!
Always use common sense  
material can generate dust and vapours  
which may contain hazardous chemicals.  
Check the nature of the material you  
intend to process and use an appropriate  
breathing mask.  
It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you  
can face. Always exercise care and use your common  
sense. If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe,  
stop and seek expert advice. Contact your dealer, service  
agent or an experienced user. Do not attempt any task  
that you feel unsure of!  
Long-term exposure to noise can result  
in permanent hearing impairment.  
Always use approved hearing protection.  
Listen for warning signals or shouts  
when you are wearing hearing  
protection. Always remove your hearing  
protection as soon as the engine stops.  
WARNING! The machine can be a  
dangerous tool if used incorrectly or  
carelessly, which can cause serious or  
fatal injury to the operator or others.  
!
Never allow children or other persons  
not trained in the use of the machine to  
use or service it.  
Always wear:  
Approved protective helmet  
Hearing protection  
Never allow anyone else to use the  
machine without first ensuring that they  
have read and understood the contents  
of the operator’s manual.  
Approved eye protection. If you use a face shield then  
you must also wear approved protective goggles.  
Approved protective goggles must comply with  
standard ANSI Z87.1 in the USA or EN 166 in EU  
countries.Visors must comply with standard EN 1731.  
Breathing mask  
Never use the machine if you are  
fatigued, while under the influence of  
alcohol or drugs, medication or anything  
that could affect your vision, alertness,  
coordination or judgement.  
Heavy-duty, rm grip gloves.  
Tight-fitting, heavy-duty and comfortable clothing that  
permits full freedom of movement. Cutting generates  
sparks that can ignite clothing. Husqvarna  
recommends that you wear flame-retardant cotton or  
heavy denim. Do not wear clothing made of material  
such as nylon, polyester or rayon. If ignited such  
material can melt and cling to the skin. Do not wear  
shorts  
WARNING! Unauthorized modifications  
and/or accessories may lead to serious  
injury or death to the user or others.  
Under no circumstances may the design  
of the machine be modified without the  
permission of the manufacturer.  
!
Boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole.  
Do not modify this product or use it if it  
appears to have been modified by others.  
Other protective equipment  
CAUTION! Sparks may appear and start a  
Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry  
out the safety checks, maintenance and  
service instructions described in this  
manual. Some maintenance and service  
measures must be carried out by trained  
and qualified specialists. See instructions  
under the Maintenance heading.  
fire when you work with the machine.  
Always keep fire fighting equipment  
handy.  
!
Fire Extinguisher  
Always have a first aid kit nearby.  
Always use genuine accessories.  
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OPERATING  
Basic working techniques  
WARNING! This machine produces an  
electromagnetic field during operation.  
This field may under some  
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WARNING! Do not pull the power cutter  
to one side, this can cause the blade to  
jam or break resulting in injury to people.  
circumstances interfere with active or  
passive medical implants.To reduce the  
risk of serious or fatal injury, we  
recommend persons with medical  
implants to consult their physician and  
the medical implant manufacturer before  
operating this machine.  
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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 cutting  
section.  
Work area safety  
Never use a diamond blade to cut plastic  
material.The heat produced during cutting  
may melt the plastic and it can stick to the  
cutting blade and cause a kickback.  
WARNING! The safety distance for the  
power cutter is 15 metres (50 foot).You  
are responsible to ensure that animals  
and onlookers are not within the working  
area. Do not start cutting until the  
working area is clear and you are  
standing firmly.  
!
Cutting metal generates sparks that may  
cause fire. Do not use the machine near  
ignitable substances or gases.  
The machine is designed and intended for cutting with  
abrasive blades or diamond blades intended for high  
speed handheld machines. The machine shall not be  
used with any other type of blade, or for any other type  
of cutting.  
Observe your surroundings to ensure that nothing can  
affect your control of the machine.  
Ensure that no one/nothing can come into contact  
with the cutting equipment or be hit by parts thrown by  
the blade.  
Check that the cutting blade is fitted correctly and  
does not show signs of damage. See the instructions  
in the sections "Cutting blades" and "Assembly and  
settings".  
Check that the correct cutting blade is used for the  
application in question. See instructions in the section  
"Cutting blades".  
Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as  
dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc.  
Working in bad weather is tiring and can lead to  
dangerous conditions, e.g. slippery surfaces.  
Never start to work with the machine before the  
working area is clear and you have a firm foothold.  
Look out for any obstacles with unexpected  
movement. Ensure when cutting that no material can  
become loose and fall, causing injury to the  
operator.Take great care when working on sloping  
ground.  
Never cut asbestos materials!  
Hold the saw with both hands; keep a firm grip with  
thumbs and fingers encircling the handles. The right  
hand should be on the rear handle and the left hand  
on the front handle. All operators, weather right or left  
handed shall use this grip. Never operate a power  
cutter holding it with only one hand.  
Ensure that the working area is sufficiently illuminated  
to create a safe working environment.  
Make sure that no pipes or electrical cables are routed  
in the working area or in the material to be cut.  
If cutting into a container (drum, pipe, or other  
container) you must first make sure it does not contain  
flammable or other volatile material.  
Stand parallel to the cutting blade. Avoid standing  
straight behind. In the event of a kickback the saw will  
move in the plane of the cutting blade.  
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OPERATING  
Maintain a safe distance from the cutting blade when  
the engine is running.  
Move the blade slowly forwards and backwards to  
achieve a small contact area between the blade and  
the material to be cut.This reduces the temperature of  
the blade and ensures effective cutting.  
Never leave the machine unsupervised with the motor  
running.  
Never move the machine when the cutting equipment  
is rotating. The machine is equipped with a friction  
retarder to shorten the blade stop time.  
The guard for the cutting equipment should be  
adjusted so that the rear section is flush 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. The guards for the cutting equipment must  
always be fitted when the machine is running.  
Managing dust  
The machine is fitted with DEX (Dust Extinguisher), a low  
flushing water kit that offers maximum dust suppression.  
Use wet cutting blades with DEX when possible for  
optimal dust management. See instructions in the section  
"Cutting blades".  
Adjust water flow using the tap to bind the cutting dust.  
The volume of water required varies depending on the  
type of job at hand.  
Never use the kickback zone of the blade for cutting.  
See instructions under the heading "Kickback".  
Keep a good balance and a firm foothold.  
Never cut above shoulder height.  
If water hoses loosen from their supply sources, this  
indicates that the machine is connected to a water  
pressure that is too high. See instructions under the  
"Technical data" heading for recommended water  
pressure.  
Never cut from a ladder. Use a platform or scaffold if  
the cut is above shoulder height. Do not overreach  
Cutting with toothed/carbide tipped  
blades during rescue operaions  
WARNING! A power cutter should never  
be used with carbide tipped blade for  
non-emergency work, such as in the  
construction trades.  
!
Be aware at all times that carbide tipped  
blades are more kickback prone than  
abrasive or diamond blades if not used  
properly.  
Stand at a comfortable distance from the work piece.  
Check that the blade is not in contact with anything  
when the machine is started  
If the public safety force (fire department) that purchased  
this power cutter has decided to equip this unit with a  
carbide tipped blade for rescue operations, the following  
safety considerations must be adhered to.  
Apply the cutting blade gently with high rotating speed  
(full throttle) Maintain full speed until cutting is  
complete.  
Training and protective equipment  
Let the machine work without forcing or pressing the  
blade.  
Only operators trained in the use of cutting with a  
power cutter equipped with carbide tipped blade shall  
be allowed to operate the power cutter.  
Feed down the machine in line with the blade.  
Pressure from the side can damage the blade and is  
very dangerous.  
Full protective fire fighting gear shall be worn by the  
operator at all times.  
A full face shield (not just protective eye glasses) shall  
be worn by the operator to protect the face from flying  
debris or a sudden kick-back of the power cutter.  
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OPERATING  
Risk area  
Before each rescue operation  
No persons that do not have the protective equipment  
described above shall be allowed inside the risk area for  
thrown material.  
Check that the blade and the blade guard is not damaged  
or cracked. Replace the blade or the blade guard if it has  
been exposed to impact or is cracked.  
Check that no carbide tips have loosened from the  
cutting blade.  
Check that the blade is not skew or shows signs of  
cracking or other defects.  
When cutting in hard materials carbide tipped blades will  
rapidly lose its sharpness. For best performance during  
rescue operations we recommend that a new blade be  
installed.  
Kickback  
20 m (66 ft)  
WARNING! Kickbacks are sudden and  
can be very violent.The power cutter can  
be thrown up and back towards the user  
in a rotating motion causing serious or  
even fatal injury. It is vital to understand  
what causes kickback and how to avoid it  
before using the machine.  
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Blade speed  
Apply the cutting blade gently with high rotating speed  
(full throttle) Maintain full speed until cutting is complete.  
Low blade speed, especially in hard and thin materials  
can result in jamming and the breaking-off of the carbide  
tips.  
Kickback is the sudden upward motion that can occur if  
the blade is pinched or stalled in the kickback zone. Most  
kickbacks are small and pose little danger. However a  
kickback can also be very violent and throw the power  
cutter up and back towards the user in a rotating motion  
causing serious or even fatal injury.  
Thin material  
Cutting thin and hard material (i.e. a sheet metal covered  
roof) should be conducted in a forward direction for best  
control.  
Pinching or jamming  
Make a careful evaluation of how the object will move  
during the final stage of the cutting to avoid pinching or  
jamming. The cut must open during the cut. If the object  
sags and the cut begins to close the blade may pinch,  
possibly resulting in a kick-back or damage to the blade.  
Reactive force  
A reactive force is always present when cutting.The force  
pulls the machine in the opposite direction to the blade  
rotation. Most of the time this force is insignificant. If the  
blade is pinched or stalled the reactive force will be strong  
and you might not be able to control the power cutter.  
Cutting in line  
Skewing or twisting in the line of cut will reduce cutting  
efficiency and damage the blade.  
Never move the machine when the cutting equipment is  
rotating. Gyroscopic forces can obstruct the intended  
movement.  
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OPERATING  
Kickback zone  
Pipe cutting  
Never use the kickback zone of the blade for cutting. If  
the blade is pinched or stalled in the kickback zone, the  
reactive force will push the power cutter up and back  
towards the user in a rotating motion causing serious or  
even fatal injury.  
Special care should be taken when cutting in pipes. If the  
pipe is not properly supported and the cut kept open  
through out the cutting, the blade might be pinched in the  
kickback zone and cause a severe kickback. Be  
especially alert when cutting a pipe with a belled end or a  
pipe in a trench that, if not properly supported, may sag  
and pinch the blade.  
Before starting the cut the pipe must be secure so it does  
not move or roll during cutting.  
Climbing kickback  
If the kickback zone is used for cutting the reactive force  
drives the blade to climb up in the cut. Do not use the  
kickback zone. Use the lower quadrant of the blade to  
avoid climbing kickback.  
If the pipe is allowed to sag and close the cut, the blade will be  
pinched in the kick back zone and a severe kick back might  
develop.If the pipe is properly supported the end of the pipe will  
move downward, the cut will open and no pinching will occur.  
Pinching kickback  
Pinching is when the cut closes and pinches the blade. If  
the blade is pinched or stalled the reactive force will be  
strong and you might not be able to control the power  
cutter.  
Proper sequence cutting a pipe  
1
2
3
First cut section I.  
Move to side II and cut from section I to bottom of the pipe.  
Move to side III and cut the remaining part of the pipe  
ending at the bottom.  
I
III  
II  
If the blade is pinched or stalled in the kickback zone, the  
reactive force will push the power cutter up and back  
towards the user in a rotating motion causing serious or  
even fatal injury. Be alert for potential movement of the  
work piece. If the work piece is not properly supported  
and shifts as you cut, it might pinch the blade and cause  
a kick back.  
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How to aviod kickback  
Avoiding kickback is simple.  
The work piece must always be supported so that the  
cut stays open when cutting through. When the cut  
opens there is no kickback. If the cut closes and  
pinches the blade there is always a risk of kickback.  
Take care when inserting the blade in an existing cut.  
Be alert to movement of the work piece or anything  
else that can occur, which could cause the cut to close  
and pinch the blade.  
Transport and storage  
Secure the equipment during transportation in order  
to avoid transport damage and accidents.  
Do not store or transport the power cutter with the  
cutting blade fitted.  
For transport and storage of cutting blades, see the  
section "Cutting blades".  
For transport and storage of fuel, see the section  
"Fuel handling".  
Store the equipment in a lockable area so that it is out  
of reach of children and unauthorized persons.  
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STARTING AND STOPPING  
Before starting  
WARNING! Note the following before  
starting: Please read the operator’s manual  
carefully and make sure you understand the  
instructions before using the machine.  
!
Press the air purge diaphragm repeatedly until fuel  
begins to fill the diaphragm (about 6 times). The  
diaphragm need not be completely filled.  
Wear personal protective equipment. See  
under heading ”Personal protective  
equipment”.  
Do not start the machine without the belt  
and belt guard fitted. Otherwise the clutch  
could come loose and cause personal  
injuries.  
Check that the fuel cap is properly secured,  
and that there is no fuel leakage.  
Make sure no unauthorised persons are in  
the working area, otherwise there is a risk of  
serious personal injury.  
Grip the front handle with your left hand.Put your right  
foot on the lower section of the rear handle pressing  
the machine against the ground. Pull the starter  
handle with your right hand until the engine starts.  
Never twist the starter cord around your hand.  
Perform daily maintenance. See instructions in the  
section "Maintenance".  
Starting  
WARNING! The cutting blade rotates  
when the engine is started. Make sure it  
can rotate freely.  
!
With a cold engine:  
Make sure that the stop switch (STOP) is in the left  
position.  
Push in the choke control as soon as the engine  
starts, with the choke pulled out the engine will stop  
after a few seconds. (If the engine stops anyway, pull  
the starter handle again.)  
Press the throttle trigger to disengage the start throttle  
and the machine will idle.  
Start throttle position and choke is obtained by pulling  
out the choke control completely.  
NOTICE! Pull with your right hand out the starter cord  
slowly until you feel a resistance (as the starter pawls  
engage) and then pull firmly and rapidly.  
Decompression valve: Press in the valve to reduce  
the pressure in the cylinder, this is to assist starting  
the power cutter. The decompression valve should  
always be used when starting. The valve  
automatically returns to its initial position when the  
machine starts.  
Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let  
go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended.  
This can damage the machine.  
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With a warm engine:  
WARNING! When the engine is running  
the exhaust contains chemicals such as  
unburned hydrocarbons and carbon  
monoxide.The content of the exhaust  
fumes is known to cause respiratory  
problems, cancer, birth defects or other  
reproductive har  
!
Make sure that the stop switch (STOP) is in the left  
position.  
Carbon monoxide is colorless and  
tasteless and is always present in  
exhaust fumes.The onset of carbon  
monoxide poisoning is distinguished by  
a slight dizziness which may or may not  
be recognized by the victim. A person  
may collapse and lapse into  
unconsciousness with no warning if the  
concentration of carbon monoxide is  
sufficiently high. Since carbon monoxide  
is colorless and odorless, its presence  
can not be detected. Any time exhaust  
odors are noticed, carbon monoxide is  
present. Never use a petrol powered  
power cutter indoors or in trenches more  
than 3 foot (1 meter) deep or in other  
areas with poor ventilation. Ensure  
proper ventilation when working in  
trenches or other confined areas.  
Set the choke control in the choke position.The choke  
position is also the automatic start throttle position.  
Decompression valve: Press in the valve to reduce  
the pressure in the cylinder, this is to assist starting  
the power cutter. The decompression valve should  
always be used when starting. The valve  
automatically returns to its initial position when the  
machine starts.  
Stopping  
CAUTION!The cutting blade continues to  
Push the choke control to disable the choke (the start  
throttle position remains).  
rotate up to a minute after the motor has  
stopped. (Blade coasting.) Make sure  
that the cutting blade can rotate freely  
until it is completely stopped.  
Carelessness can result in serious  
personal injury.  
!
Grip the front handle with your left hand.Put your right  
foot on the lower section of the rear handle pressing  
the machine against the ground. Pull the starter  
handle with your right hand until the engine starts.  
Never twist the starter cord around your hand.  
Stop the engine by moving the stop switch (STOP) to  
the right.  
Press the throttle trigger to disengage the start throttle  
and the machine will idle.  
NOTICE! Pull with your right hand out the starter cord  
slowly until you feel a resistance (as the starter pawls  
engage) and then pull firmly and rapidly.  
Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let  
go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended.  
This can damage the machine.  
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MAINTENANCE  
General  
WARNING! The user must only carry out  
the maintenance and service work  
described in this Operator's Manual.  
More extensive work must be carried out  
by an authorized service workshop.  
!
The engine should be switched off, and  
the stop switch in STOP position.  
Wear personal protective equipment. See  
under heading ”Personal protective  
equipment”.  
The life span of the machine can be  
reduced and the risk of accidents can  
increase if machine maintenance is not  
carried out correctly and if service and/or  
repairs are not carried out professionally.  
If you need further information please  
contact your nearest service workshop.  
Let your Husqvarna dealer regularly check the machine and make essential adjustments and repairs.  
Maintenance schedule  
In the maintenance schedule you can see which parts of your machine that require maintenance, and with which  
intervals it should take place.The intervals are calculated based on daily use of the machine, and may differ depending  
on the rate of usage.  
Daily maintenance  
Cleaning  
Weekly maintenance  
Cleaning  
Monthly maintenance  
Cleaning  
External cleaning  
Cooling air intake  
Spark plug  
Fuel tank  
Functional inspection  
General inspection  
Throttle lockout*  
Stop switch*  
Functional inspection  
Vibration damping system*  
Muffler*  
Functional inspection  
Fuel system  
Air filter  
Drive belt  
Drive gear, clutch  
Blade guard*  
Carburettor  
Cutting blade**  
Starter  
*See instructions in the section "Machine’s safety equipment".  
** See instructions in the section "Cutting blades" and "Assembly and settings".  
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Cleaning  
Functional inspection  
External cleaning  
General inspection  
Clean the machine daily by rinsing it with clean water  
after the work is finished.  
Check that nuts and screws are tight.  
Drive belt  
Cooling air intake  
Check the tension of the drive belt  
Clean the cooling air intake when needed.  
For correct tensioning of the drive belt, the square nut  
should be positioned opposite the marking on the belt  
cover.  
NOTICE! A dirty or blocked air intake results in the  
machine overheating which causes damage to the  
piston and cylinder.  
Tensioning the drive belt  
The tension of a new drive belt must be readjusted  
after one or two tanks of fuel have been used.  
Spark plug  
When the machine is equipped with a friction retarder,  
a scraping sound can be heard from the bearing  
housing when the blade is turned by hand. This is  
quite normal. Please contact an accredited  
If the machine is low on power, difficult to start or runs  
poorly at idle speed: always check the spark plug first  
before taking other steps.  
Husqvarna workshop if you have any questions.  
Ensure that the spark plug cap and ignition lead are  
undamaged to avoid the risk of electric shock.  
The drive belt is enclosed and well protected from  
dust and dirt.  
If the spark plug is dirty, clean it and at the same time  
check that the electrode gap is 0.5 mm. Replace if  
necessary.  
When the drive belt is to be tensioned, release the  
bolts holding the cutting arm.  
NOTICE! Always use the recommended spark plug  
type! Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the  
piston/cylinder.  
Screw the adjuster screw so that the square headed  
nut comes opposite the marking on the cover. This  
automatically ensures that the belt has the correct  
tension.  
These factors cause deposits on the spark plug  
electrodes, which may result in operating problems and  
starting difficulties.  
An incorrect fuel mixture (too much or incorrect type  
of oil).  
A dirty air filter.  
Tighten both of the screws holding the cutting head  
using a combination spanner.  
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Replacing the drive belt  
Carburettor  
The carburettor is equipped with fixed needles to ensure  
WARNING! Never start the engine when  
the machine always receives the correct mixture of fuel  
and air. When the engine lacks power or accelerates  
poorly, do the following:  
the belt pulley and clutch are removed  
for maintenance. Do not start the  
machine without the cutting arm or  
cutting head fitted. Otherwise the clutch  
could come loose and cause personal  
injuries.  
!
Check the air filter and replace if necessary.When this  
does not help, contact an authorised service  
workshop.  
Adjusting the idle speed  
First release the two bolts and then the adjuster screw  
to release the belt tension.  
CAUTION! Contact your dealer/service  
workshop, if the idle setting cannot be  
adjusted so that the blades are  
stationary. Do not use the machine until  
it has been properly adjusted or repaired.  
!
Start the engine and check the idling setting. When the  
carburettor is set correctly the cutting blade should be still  
while engine is idling.  
Now unscrew the bolts and dismantle the belt guard.  
Adjust the idle speed using the T screw. When an  
adjustment is necessary, rst turn the screw clockwise  
until the blade starts to rotate. Now turn the screw  
anti-clockwise until the blade stops rotating.  
T
Remove the belt from the belt pulley.  
Rec. idle speed: 2700 rpm  
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.  
Replace the drive belt.  
Assemble in the reverse order as set out for  
dismantling.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Secure the starter cord around the cord pulley as  
Starter  
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.  
WARNING! When the recoil spring is  
wound up in the starter housing it is  
under tension and can, if handled  
carelessly, pop out and cause personal  
injury.  
!
Always be careful when changing the  
recoil spring or the starter cord. Always  
wear protective goggles.  
Tensioning the recoil spring  
Changing a broken or worn starter cord  
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.  
Loosen the screws that hold the starter against the  
crankcase and remove 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.  
Pull the cord out about 30 cm and lift it into the cut-out  
in the periphery of the starter pulley.When the cord is  
intact: Release the spring tension by letting the pulley  
rotate slowly backwards.  
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.  
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.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Changing a broken recoil spring  
Fuel system  
Undo the bolt in the centre of the pulley and remove  
the pulley.  
General  
Check that the fuel cap and its seal are not damaged.  
Check the fuel hose. Replace when damaged.  
Fuel filter  
The fuel filter sits inside the fuel tank.  
The fuel tank must be protected from contamination  
when filling. This reduces the risk of operating  
disturbances caused by blockage of the fuel filter  
located inside the tank.  
The filter cannot be cleaned but must be replaced with  
a new filter when it is clogged. The filter should be  
changed at least once per year.  
Bear in mind that the return spring lies tensioned in  
the starter housing.  
Loosen the bolts holding the spring cassette.  
Air filter  
The air filter only needs to be checked if the engine drops  
in power.  
Loosen the screws. Remove the air filter cover.  
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.  
Check the air filter and replace if necessary.  
Replacing the air filter  
NOTICE! The air filter must not be cleaned or blown  
clean with compressed air. This will damage the filter.  
Loosen the screws. Remove the cover.  
Lubricate the recoil spring with light oil. Fit the pulley  
and tension the recoil spring.  
Fitting the starter  
To t 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.  
Replace the air filter.  
Drive gear, clutch  
Check the clutch centre, drive gear and clutch spring  
for wear.  
Tighten the screws.  
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TECHNICAL DATA  
Technical data  
Technical data  
K760, K760 Rescue  
Engine  
Cylinder displacement, cm3  
74  
Cylinder bore, mm  
51  
Stroke, mm  
36  
Idle speed, rpm  
2700  
Wide open throttle - no load, rpm  
Power, kW/ rpm  
9300 (+/- 150)  
3,7/9000  
Ignition system  
Manufacturer of ignition system  
Type of ignition system  
Spark plug  
SEM  
CD  
Champion RCJ 6Y/NGK BPMR 7A  
0,5  
Electrode gap, mm  
Fuel and lubrication system  
Manufacturer of carburettor  
Carburettor type  
Zama  
C3  
Fuel tank capacity, litre  
Water cooling  
0,9  
Recommended water pressure, bar  
0,5-10  
Weight  
12” (300 mm)  
14” (350 mm)  
Power cutter without fuel and cutting blade, kg  
9.6  
9.8  
Noise emissions (see note 1)  
Sound power level, measured dB (A)  
Sound power level, guaranteed LWA dB (A)  
Sound levels (see note 2)  
113  
115  
113  
115  
Equivalent sound pressure level at the operator’s ear, dB(A) 101  
101  
Equivalent vibration levels, a hveq (see note 3)  
Front handle, m/s2  
Rear handle, m/s2  
<2,5  
<2,5  
<2,5  
<2,5  
Note 1: Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power (L ) in conformity with EC directive 2000/14/EC.The  
WA  
difference between guaranteed and measured sound power is that the guaranteed 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.  
Note 2: Equivalent sound pressure level, according to EN ISO 19432, is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for  
different sound pressure levels under various working conditions. Reported data for equivalent sound pressure level for the  
machine has a typical statistical dispersion (standard deviation) of 1 dB (A).  
Note 3: Equivalent vibration level, according to EN ISO 19432, is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for vibration  
levels under various working conditions. Reported data for equivalent vibration level has a typical statistical dispersion  
2
(standard deviation) of 1 m/s .  
Cutting equipment  
Max cutting depth, Max. peripheral  
Max. speed of output Max blade thickness,  
Cutting blade  
mm  
100  
125  
speed, m/s  
shaft, rpm  
mm  
12” (300 mm)  
14” (350 mm)  
80  
90  
4700  
5
4700  
5
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TECHNICAL DATA  
EC-declaration of conformity  
(Applies to Europe only)  
Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel +46-36-146500, declares under sole responsibility that the power  
cutters Husqvarna K760, K760 Rescue from 2013’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text  
on the rating plate with subsequent serial number), complies with the requirements of the COUNCILS DIRECTIVES:  
of May 17, 2006 ”relating to machinery” 2006/42/EC  
of December 15, 2004 ”relating to electromagnetic compatibility” 2004/108/EC.  
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, see the Technical data chapter.  
The following standards have been applied: EN ISO 12100:2010, ISO 14982:1998, EN ISO 19432:2012.  
Notified body:0404, SMP Svensk Maskinprovning AB, Box 7035, SE-750 07 Uppsala, Sweden, has performed voluntary  
type examination in accordance with the machinery directive (2006/42/EC) on behalf of Husqvarna AB. The certificate  
has the number: SEC/10/2285.  
In addition, SMP, Svensk Maskinprovning AB, Box 7035, SE-750 07 Uppsala, Sweden, has certified conformity with  
annex V of the Council’s Directive of May 8, 2000 ”relating to the noise emissions in the environment” 2000/14/EC. The  
certificate has the number: 01/169/031 -K760, K760 Rescue  
Gothenburg, 18 Februari 2013  
Helena Grubb  
Vice President, Construction Equipment Husqvarna AB  
(Authorized representative for Husqvarna AB and responsible for technical documentation.)  
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