Jonsered Trimmer RS44 52 User Manual

Operator’s manual (EPA)  
Please read the operator’s manual carefully  
and make sure you understand the  
instructions before using the machine.  
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CONTENTS  
Contents  
Note the following before starting:  
KEY TO SYMBOLS  
Jonsered has a policy of continuous product development  
and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and  
appearance of products without prior notice.  
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CONTENTS  
Contents ......................................................................  
Note the following before starting: ................................  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing  
impairment. So always use approved hearing protection.  
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control  
devices and system may be performed by any nonroad  
engine repair establishment or individual.  
Personal protective equipment .....................................  
Machines safety equipment ........................................  
Checking, maintaining and servicing the machines  
safety equipment ..........................................................  
WARNING! Under no circumstances may the  
Cutting equipment ........................................................  
design of the machine be modied without  
the permission of the manufacturer. Always  
use genuine accessories. Non-authorized  
modications and/or accessories can result  
in serious personal injury or the death of the  
operator or others.  
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General safety precautions .......................................... 10  
General working instructions ....................................... 11  
Basic working techniques ............................................ 11  
WHAT IS WHAT?  
What is what on the clearing saw? (RS44)................... 15  
What is what on the clearing saw? (RS52)................... 16  
ASSEMBLY  
Your warranty may not cover damage or  
liability caused by the use of non-authorized  
accessories or replacement parts.  
Assembling the handlebar and throttle ........................ 17  
Transport position, handlebar ...................................... 17  
Fitting blades and trimmer heads ................................. 17  
Fitting a blade guard, grass blade and grass cutter ..... 18  
Fitting the blade guard and saw blade ......................... 18  
Fitting the trimmer guard and trimmer head Trimmy SII 19  
Fitting other guards and cutting attachments ............... 19  
Adjusting the harness and clearing saw ...................... 20  
FUEL HANDLING  
WARNING! A clearing saw, brushcutter or  
trimmer can be dangerous if used  
incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause  
serious or fatal injury to the operator or  
others. It is extremely important that you  
read and understand the contents of this  
operators manual.  
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Fuel .............................................................................. 21  
Fuelling ........................................................................ 21  
STARTING AND STOPPING  
JONSERED HUSKVARNA SWEDEN  
Check before starting ................................................... 22  
Starting and stopping ................................................... 22  
MAINTENANCE  
IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION  
TWC  
THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA PH1  
FOR SMALL NON - ROAD ENGINES.  
REFER TO OPERATOR`S MANUAL FOR  
Carburettor ................................................................... 24  
Muffler .......................................................................... 25  
Cooling system ............................................................ 25  
Air filter ......................................................................... 26  
Bevel gear .................................................................... 26  
Spark plug .................................................................... 26  
Sharpening grass cutters and grass blades ................. 26  
Filing the saw blade ..................................................... 27  
Maintenance schedule ................................................. 27  
TECHNICAL DATA  
MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.  
This label certify that the product has been certified in  
accordance with American exhaust requirements EPA 1.  
Technical data .............................................................. 28  
FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY  
STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS ..... 29  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
CLOTHING  
Personal protective equipment  
Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing  
that can catch on twigs and branches. Always wear heavy,  
long pants. Do not wear jewellery, shorts sandals or go  
barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.  
IMPORTANT! Whenever you use a clearing saw,  
brushcutter or trimmer you must wear personal protective  
equipment that is approved by the authorities. Personal  
protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of  
accidents, but it can reduce the effects of an injury in the  
event of an accident. Ask your dealer for help when  
choosing protective equipment.  
FIRST AID KIT  
Always have a first aid kit nearby.  
WARNING! Listen out for warning signals or  
shouts when you are wearing hearing  
protection. Always remove your hearing  
protection as soon as the engine stops.  
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Machine s safety equipment  
This section describes the machines safety equipment, its  
purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried  
out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the ”What is  
what?” section to locate where this equipment is positioned  
on your machine.  
HELMET  
A helmet should be worn if the trees being cleared are taller  
than 2 m.  
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.  
HEARING PROTECTION  
Wear hearing protection that provides adequate noise  
reduction.  
WARNING! Never use a machine that has  
faulty safety equipment! Carry out the  
inspection, maintenance and service  
routines listed in this section.  
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EYE PROTECTION  
Throttle lock  
Always wear approved eye protection. If you use a visor 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.  
The throttle lock is designed to prevent accidental operation  
of the throttle control. When you press the lock (A) (i.e. when  
you grasp the handle) it releases the throttle control (B).  
When you release the handle the throttle control and the  
throttle lock both move back to their original positions. This  
movement is controlled by two independent return springs.  
This arrangement means that the throttle control is  
automatically locked at the idle setting.  
GLOVES  
Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when fitting  
cutting attachments.  
Stop switch  
Use the stop switch to switch off the engine.  
BOOTS  
Wear sturdy, non-slip boots.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Cutting attachment guard  
Quick release  
This guard is intended to prevent loose objects from being  
thrown towards the operator. The guard also protects the  
operator from accidental contact with the cutting attachment.  
There is an easily accessible, quick release fitted at the front  
as a safety precaution in case the engine catches fire, or in  
any other situation that requires you to free yourself from the  
machine and harness. See instructions under the heading  
Adjusting the harness and clearing saw.  
WARNING! Never use a cutting attachment  
without an approved guard. See the chapter  
Mufer  
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The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum  
and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user.  
on Technical data. If an incorrect or faulty  
guard is tted this can cause serious  
personal injury.  
A muffler fitted with a catalytic converter is also designed to  
reduce harmful exhaust gases.  
Vibration damping system  
Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system  
that is designed to minimise vibration and make operation  
easier.  
In countries that have a warm and dry climate there is a  
significant risk of fire. We therefore fit certain mufflers with a  
spark arrestor mesh. Check whether the muffler on your  
machine is fitted with this kind of mesh.  
Using incorrectly wound cord or a blunt or incorrect cutting  
attachment (wrong type or incorrectly filed, see instructions  
under the heading Filing the blade) increases the level of  
vibration.  
The machines vibration damping system reduces the transfer  
of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and  
the machines handle unit.  
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! Mufers tted with catalytic  
converters get very hot during use and  
remain so for some time after stopping.This  
also applies at idle speed. Contact can result  
in burns to the skin. Remember the risk of  
re!  
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WARNING! Overexposure to vibration can  
lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage  
in people who have impaired circulation.  
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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 ngers, hands or wrists.The risk  
increases at low temperatures.  
WARNING! The inside of mufer contain  
chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid  
contact with these elements in the event of a  
damaged mufer.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Checking,maintaining and servicing  
WARNING! Bear in mind that:  
the machine s safety equipment  
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Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon  
monoxide, which can cause carbon  
IMPORTANT!  
All servicing and repair work on the machine requires  
special training. This is especially true of the machines  
safety equipment. If your machine fails any of the checks  
described below you must contact your service agent.  
When you buy any of our products we guarantee the  
availability of professional repairs and service. If the retailer  
who sells your machine is not a servicing dealer, ask him for  
the address of your nearest service agent.  
monoxide poisoning. For this reason you  
should not start or run the machine indoors,  
or anywhere that is poorly ventilated.  
The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot  
and may contain sparks which can start a  
re. Never start the machine indoors or near  
combustible material!  
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.  
Cutting equipment  
Saw blades are intended for cutting fibrous types of wood.  
Throttle lock  
Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting  
when the throttle lock is released.  
Grass blades and grass cutters are intended for cutting  
coarse grass.  
Press the throttle lock and make sure it returns to its  
original position when you release it.  
A trimmer head is intended for trimming grass.  
Locking nut  
A locking nut is used to secure some types of cutting  
attachment.  
Check that the throttle control and throttle lock move freely  
and that the return springs work properly.  
The throttle lock is designed to prevent accidental operation  
of the throttle control. When you press the lock (A) (i.e. when  
you grasp the handle) it releases the throttle control (B).  
When you release the handle the throttle control and the  
throttle lock both move back to their original positions. This  
movement is controlled by two independent return springs.  
This arrangement means that the throttle control is  
automatically locked at the idle setting.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
See instructions under the heading Start. Start the  
Vibration damping system  
machine and apply full throttle. Release the throttle and  
check that the cutting attachment stops and remains at a  
standstill. If the cutting attachment rotates with the throttle  
in the idle position then the carburettor idle setting must be  
checked. See instructions under the heading  
Maintenance.  
Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or  
deformation.  
Check that the vibration damping element is undamaged  
and securely attached.  
Mufer  
Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler.  
Stop switch  
Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when  
you move the stop switch to the stop setting.  
Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the  
machine.  
If the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark arrestor  
mesh then it should be cleaned regularly. A blocked mesh  
causes the engine to overheat, which can lead to serious  
damage.  
Cutting attachment guard  
Never use a muffler with a defective spark arrestor mesh.  
Ensure that the guard is undamaged and is not cracked.  
Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is  
cracked.  
Always use the recommended guard for the cutting  
attachment you are using. See chapter on Technical data.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Cutting equipment  
Locking nut  
This section describes how to choose and maintain your  
cutting equipment in order to:  
Reduce the risk of kickback.  
When fitting, tighten the nut in the opposite direction to the  
direction of rotation of the cutting attachment. To remove  
it, undo the nut in the same direction as the cutting  
attachment rotates. (CAUTION! The nut has a left-hand  
thread.)  
Obtain maximum cutting performance.  
Extend the life of cutting equipment.  
General rules  
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Only use cutting attachments with the guards we  
recommend! See the chapter on Technical data.  
Tighten the nut using the socket spanner. 35-50 Nm (3.5-  
5 kpm).  
Keep the teeth of the blade correctly sharpened! Follow  
our instructions and use the recommended file gauge. An  
incorrectly sharpened or damaged blade increases the  
risk of accidents.  
CAUTION! The nylon lining inside the locking nut must not  
be so worn that you can turn it by hand. The lining should  
offer a resistance of at least 1.5 Nm. The nut should be  
replaced after it has been put on approx. 10 times.  
WARNING! Never use a machine with faulty  
safety equipment.The machines safety  
equipment must be checked and maintained  
as described in this section. If your machine  
fails any of these checks contact your  
service agent to get it repaired.  
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Maintain the correct blade setting! Follow our instructions  
and use the recommended blade setting tool. An  
incorrectly set blade increases the risk of jamming and  
kickback.  
Cutting equipment  
IMPORTANT!  
This section describes how to choose and maintain your  
cutting equipment in order to:  
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Check the cutting attachment for damage or cracks. A  
damaged cutting attachment should always be replaced.  
Reduce the risk of kickback.  
Obtain maximum cutting performance.  
Extend the life of cutting equipment.  
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 cord and the correct cord  
diameter.  
Quick release  
Check that the harness straps are correctly positioned. Once  
the harness and machine have been adjusted, check that the  
harness quick release works correctly.  
Keep the teeth of the blade correctly sharpened! Follow our  
recommendations. Also refer to the instructions on the  
blade packaging.  
Maintain the correct blade setting! Follow our instructions  
and use the recommended file gauge.  
WARNING! Using an incorrect cutting  
attachment or an incorrectly sharpened  
blade increases the risk of kickback.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Filing the saw blade  
Trimmer head  
Only use the recommended trimmer heads and trimmer  
cords.These have been tested by the manufacturer to suit  
a particular engine size.This is especially important when  
a fully automatic trimmer head is used. Only use the  
recommended cutting attachment. See the chapter on  
Technical data.  
See the cutting attachment packaging for correct  
sharpening instructions.A correctly filed blade is essential  
for working efficiently and to avoid unnecessary wear to  
the blade and clearing saw.  
Make sure that the blade is well supported when you file  
it. Use a 5.5 mm round file with a file holder.  
Smaller machines generally require small trimmer heads  
and vice versa. This is because when clearing using a  
cord the engine must throw out the cord radially from the  
trimmer head and overcome the resistance of the grass  
being cleared.  
The length of the cord is also important. A longer cord  
requires greater engine power than a shorter cord of the  
same diameter.  
Make sure that the cutter on the trimmer guard is intact.  
This is used to cut the cord to the correct length.  
The filing angle is 15°. File alternate teeth to the right and  
those in between to the left. If the blade has been heavily  
pitted by stones it may be necessary to dress the top  
edges of the teeth with a flat file, in exceptional cases. If  
so, this should be done before filing with a round file. The  
top edges must be filed down by the same amount for all  
the teeth.  
To increase the life of the cord it can be soaked in water  
for a couple of days.This will make the line tougher so that  
it lasts longer.  
IMPORTANT!  
Always ensure the trimmer cord is wound tightly and evenly  
around the drum, otherwise the machine will generate  
harmful vibration.  
WARNING! Always stop the engine before  
doing any work on the cutting attachment.  
This continues to rotate even after the  
throttle has been released. Ensure that the  
cutting attachment has stopped completely  
and disconnect the HT lead from the spark  
plug before you start to work on it.  
Adjust the blade setting. This should be 1 mm.  
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Sharpening grass cutters and grass  
blades  
See the cutting attachment packaging for correct  
sharpening instructions.  
Sharpen blades and cutters using a single-cut flat file.  
Sharpen all edges equally to maintain the balance of the  
blade.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Fuel safety  
General safety precautions  
IMPORTANT!  
The machine is only designed for trimming grass, grass  
clearing and/or forestry clearing.  
Always use a fuel container with an anti-spill valve.  
The only accessories you can operate with this engine unit  
are the cutting attachments we recommend in the chapter  
on Technical data.  
Never refuel the machine while the engine is running.  
Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes  
before refuelling.  
Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk  
alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your  
vision, your judgement or your co-ordination.  
Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refuelling or  
mixing fuel (gasoline and 2-stroke oil).  
Move the machine at least 3 m from the refuelling point  
before starting it.  
Never use the machine in extreme weather conditions such  
as severe cold, very hot and/or humid climates.  
Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions  
under the heading Personal protective equipment.  
Never use a machine that has been modified in any way  
from its original specification.  
Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the 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 heading Maintenance.  
Never start the machine:  
All covers and guards must be fitted before starting. Make  
sure the spark plug cap and HT lead are not damaged.  
Otherwise you could get an electric shock.  
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If you have spilt fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and  
allow remaining fuel to evaporate.  
The machine operator must ensure that no people or  
animals come closer than 15 metres while working. When  
several operators are working in the same area the safety  
distance should be at least twice the tree height and no less  
than 15 metres.  
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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.  
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If the machine is leaking fuel.Check regularly for leaks  
from the fuel cap and fuel lines.  
Avoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is a skin irritant  
and may even cause skin changes.  
WARNING! Using an incorrect cutting  
attachment or an incorrectly led blade can  
increase the risk of accidents.  
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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.  
Starting  
WARNING! When the engine is started with  
the choke in either the choke or start throttle  
positions the cutting attachment will start to  
rotate immediately.  
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When storing and transporting fuel always use approved  
containers intended for this purpose.  
The complete clutch cover and shaft must be fitted before  
the machine is started, otherwise the clutch can come  
loose and cause personal injury.  
When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank  
must be emptied.Contact your local gas station to find out  
where to dispose of excess fuel.  
Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be  
dangerous if inhaled.  
Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete  
service is carried out before long-term storage.  
Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no  
risk of people or animals coming into contact with the  
cutting equipment.  
The transport guard must always be fitted to the cutting  
attachment when the machine is being transported or in  
storage.  
Place the machine on the ground, ensure the cutting  
attachment is clear of twigs and stones. Hold the body of  
the machine on the ground using your left hand  
WARNING! Take care when handling fuel.  
(CAUTION! Not with your foot). Then grip the starter  
handle with your right hand and pull the starter cord.  
Bear in mind the risk of re, explosion and  
inhaling fumes.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
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Switch off the engine before moving to another area. Fit  
the transport guard before carrying or transporting the  
equipment any distance.  
General working instructions  
IMPORTANT!  
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Never put the machine down with the engine running  
unless you have it in clear sight.  
This section describes the basic safety precautions for  
working with clearing saws and trimmers.  
Adjusting the harness and clearing saw  
If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to  
proceed you should ask an expert. Contact your dealer or  
your service workshop.  
WARNING! When using a clearing saw it  
must always be hooked securely to the  
harness. Otherwise you will be unable to  
control the clearing saw safely and this can  
result in injury to yourself or others. Never  
use a harness with a defective quick release.  
Always use a double harness that  
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Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your  
capability.  
You must understand the difference between forestry  
clearing, grass clearing and grass trimming before use.  
distributes the load across both shoulders.  
Basic safety rules  
Safety release  
1
Look around you:  
To ensure that people, animals or other things cannot  
affect your control of the machine.  
At the front is an easily accessible, quick release. Use this if  
the engine catches fire or in any other emergency situation  
that requires you to free yourself from the machine and  
harness.  
To ensure that people, animals, etc., do not come into  
contact with the cutting attachment or loose objects that  
are thrown out by the cutting attachment.  
CAUTION! Do not use the machine unless you are able to  
call for help in the event of an accident.  
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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 often brings added risks, such as  
icy ground, unpredictable felling direction, etc.  
Basic working techniques  
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Make sure you can move and stand safely.Check the area  
around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches,  
ditches, etc.) in case you have to move suddenly. Take  
great care when working on sloping ground.  
Always slow the engine to idle speed after each working  
operation. Long periods at full throttle without any load on  
the engine can lead to serious engine damage.  
Terms  
Forestry clearing is a general term for cutting small trees,  
during which each stem is cut individually. A saw blade is  
used.  
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Take great care when cutting a tree that is in tension. A  
tree that is in tension may spring back to its normal  
position before or after being cut. If you position yourself  
incorrectly or make the cut in the wrong place the tree may  
hit you or the machine and cause you to lose control. Both  
situations can cause serious personal injury.  
Brush cutting is a general term for clearing grass. Grass  
blades and grass cutters are used for this purpose.  
Grass trimming is a general term for light clearing, e.g.  
around edges or around trees. A trimmer head or plastic  
blades are used.  
WARNING! Sometimes branches or grass  
get caught between the guard and cutting  
attachment. Always stop the engine before  
cleaning.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
The ABC of clearing  
Forestry clearing using a saw blade  
Always use the correct equipment.  
Make sure the equipment is well adjusted.  
Follow the safety precautions.  
The risk of kickback increases with increasing stem size.  
You should therefore avoid cutting with the area of the  
blade between 12 o’clock and 3 o’clock.  
Organise your work carefully.  
Always use full throttle when starting to cut with the blade.  
Always use sharp blades.  
Avoid stones.  
Control the felling direction (take advantage of the wind).  
WARNING! Avoid cutting with the area of the  
blade between the 12 oclock and 3 oclock  
positions. Because of the speed of rotation  
of the blade kickback can occur if you  
attempt to cut thick stems with this area of  
the blade.  
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To fell to the left, the bottom of the tree should be pushed  
to the right. Tilt the blade and bring it diagonally down to  
the right, exerting firm pressure. At the same time push  
the stem using the blade guard. Cut with the area of the  
blade between 3 o’clock and 5 o’clock. Apply full throttle  
before advancing the blade.  
Working methods  
Before you start clearing, check the clearing area, the  
type of terrain, the slope of the ground, whether there are  
stones, hollows etc.  
Start at whichever end of the area is easiest, and clear an  
open space from which to work.  
Work systematically to and fro across the area, clearing a  
width of around 4-5 m on each pass. This exploits the full  
reach of the machine in both directions and gives the  
operator a convenient and varied working area to work in.  
To fell to the right, the bottom of the tree should be pushed  
to the left. Tilt the blade and bring it diagonally up to the  
right. Cut with the area of the blade between 3 o’clock and  
5 o’clock so that the direction of rotation of the blade  
pushes the bottom of the tree to the left.  
Clear a strip around 75 m long. Move your fuel can as  
work progresses.  
To fell a tree forwards, the bottom of the tree should be  
pulled backwards. Pull the blade backwards with a quick,  
firm movement.  
On sloping ground you should work along the slope. It is  
much easier to work along a slope than it is to work up and  
down it.  
You should plan the strip so that you avoid going over  
ditches or other obstacles on the ground.You should also  
orient the strip to take advantage of wind conditions, so  
that cleared stems fall in the cleared area of the stand.  
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Large stems must be cut from two sides. First determine  
The grass is cut down with a sideways, swinging  
which direction the stem will fall. Make the first cut on the  
felling side. Then finish cutting the stem from the other  
side. Adjust the cutting pressure to match the size of the  
stem and the hardness of the wood. Small stems require  
more pressure, while large stems require less pressure.  
movement, where the movement from right-to-left is the  
clearing stroke and the movement from left-to-right is the  
return stroke. Let the left-hand side of the blade (between  
8 and 12 o’clock) do the cutting.  
If the stems are tightly packed, adapt your walking pace to  
suit.  
If the blade is angled to the left when clearing grass, the  
grass will collect in a line, which makes it easier to collect,  
e.g. by raking.  
If the blade jams in a stem, never jerk the machine free. If  
you do this the blade, bevel gear, shaft or handlebar may  
be damaged. Release the handles, grip the shaft with  
both hands and gently pull the machine free.  
Try to work rhythmically. Stand firmly with your feet apart.  
Move forward after the return stroke and stand firmly  
again.  
Let the support cup rest lightly against the ground. It is  
used to protect the blade from hitting the ground.  
Brush cutting with a saw blade  
Reduce the risk of material wrapping around the blade by  
following these instructions:  
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Always work at full throttle.  
Thin stems and brush are mown down. Work with a  
sawing movement, swinging sideways.  
Avoid the previously cut material during the return  
stroke.  
Try to cut several stems in a single sawing movement.  
Stop the engine, unclip the harness and place the  
machine on the ground before you start to collect the cut  
material.  
With groups of hardwood stems, first clear around the  
group. Start by cutting the stems high up around the  
outside of the group to avoid jamming.Then cut the stems  
to the required height. Now try to reach in with the blade  
and cut from the centre of the group. If it is still difficult to  
gain access, cut the stems high up and let them fall. This  
will reduce the risk of jamming.  
WARNING! Neither the operator of the  
machine nor anyone else may attempt to  
remove the cut material while the engine is  
running or the blade is rotating, as this can  
result in serious injury.  
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Stop the engine and blade before you  
remove material that has wound around the  
blade shaft as otherwise there is a risk of  
injury.The bevel gear can get hot during use  
and may remain so for a while afterwards.  
You could get burnt if you touch it.  
WARNING! Watch out for thrown objects.  
Always wear eye protection. Never lean over  
the cutting attachment guard. Stones,  
rubbish, etc. can be thrown up into the eyes  
causing blindness or serious injury.  
Grass clearing using a grass blade  
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Keep unauthorised persons at a distance.  
Children, animals, onlookers and helpers  
should be kept outside the safety zone of 15  
m. Stop the machine immediately if anyone  
approaches. Never swing the machine  
Grass blades and grass cutters must not be used on  
woody stems.  
A grass blade is used for all types of tall or coarse grass.  
around without rst checking behind you to  
make sure no-one is within the safety zone.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Sweeping  
Grass trimming with a trimmer head  
The fan effect of the rotating cord can be used for quick  
and easy clearing up. Hold the cord parallel to and above  
the area to be swept and move the tool to and fro.  
Trimming  
Hold the trimmer head just above the ground at an angle.  
It is the end of the cord that does the work. Let the cord  
work at its own pace. Never press the cord into the area  
to be cut.  
When cutting and sweeping you should use full throttle to  
obtain the best results.  
WARNING! Neither the operator of the  
machine nor anyone else may attempt to  
remove the cut material while the engine is  
running or the blade is rotating, as this can  
result in serious injury.  
The cord can easily remove grass and weeds up against  
walls, fences, trees and borders, however it can also  
damage sensitive bark on trees and bushes, and damage  
fence posts.  
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Reduce the risk of damaging plants by shortening the  
cord to 10-12 cm and reducing the engine speed.  
Stop the engine and blade before you  
remove material that has wound around the  
blade shaft as otherwise there is a risk of  
injury.The bevel gear can get hot during use  
and may remain so for a while afterwards.  
You could get burnt if you touch it.  
Clearing  
The clearing technique removes all unwanted vegetation.  
Keep the trimmer head just above the ground and tilt it.Let  
the end of the cord strike the ground around trees, posts,  
statues and the like. CAUTION! This technique increases  
the wear on the cord.  
WARNING! Watch out for thrown objects.  
Always wear eye protection. Never lean over  
the cutting attachment guard. Stones,  
rubbish, etc. can be thrown up into the eyes  
causing blindness or serious injury.  
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Keep unauthorised persons at a distance.  
Children, animals, onlookers and helpers  
should be kept outside the safety zone of 15  
m. Stop the machine immediately if anyone  
approaches.  
The cord wears quicker and must be fed forward more  
often when working against stones, brick, concrete, metal  
fences, etc., than when coming into contact with trees and  
wooden fences.  
When trimming and clearing you should use less than full  
throttle so that the cord lasts longer and to reduce the  
wear on the trimmer head.  
Cutting  
The trimmer is ideal for cutting grass that is difficult to  
reach using a normal lawn mower. Keep the cord parallel  
to the ground when cutting. Avoid pressing the trimmer  
head against the ground as this can ruin the lawn and  
damage the tool.  
Do not allow the trimmer head to constantly come into  
contact with the ground during normal cutting. Constant  
contact of this type can cause damage and wear to the  
trimmer head.  
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WHAT IS WHAT?  
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24  
What is what on the clearing saw? (RS44)  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Blade  
15 Handle adjustment  
Grease ller cap  
Bevel gear  
16 Harness  
17 Locking nut  
Cutting attachment guard  
Shaft  
18 Support ange  
19 Support cup  
Handlebar  
20 Drive disc  
Throttle control  
Stop switch  
Throttle lock  
21 Trimmer head  
22 Socket spanner  
23 Operators manual (EPA)  
24 Transport guard  
25 Allen key  
10 Support eyes for harness  
11 Cylinder cover  
12 Starter handle  
13 Fuel tank  
26 Carburettor screwdriver  
27 Locking pin  
14 Choke control  
28 Gearbox grease  
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WHAT IS WHAT?  
What is what on the clearing saw? (RS52)  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Blade  
15 Fuel tank  
Grease ller cap  
Bevel gear  
16 Socket spanner  
17 Handle adjustment  
18 Locking nut  
Cutting attachment guard  
Shaft  
19 Support ange  
20 Drive disc  
Handlebar  
Throttle control  
Stop switch  
Throttle lock  
21 Transport guard  
22 Harness  
23 Operators manual (EPA)  
24 Allen key  
10 Support eyes for harness  
11 Cylinder cover  
12 Starter handle  
13 Choke control  
14 Air lter  
25 Locking pin  
26 Gearbox grease  
27 Carburettor screwdriver  
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ASSEMBLY  
Assembling the handlebar and  
throttle  
Fitting blades and trimmer heads  
When tting the cutting attachment it is extremely important  
that the raised section on the drive disc/support ange  
engages correctly in the centre hole of the cutting attachment.  
If the cutting attachment is tted incorrectly it can result in  
serious and/or fatal personal injury.  
Unscrew the knob from the handlebar mounting.  
Position the handlebar as shown. Fit the mounting  
components and tighten the knob lightly.  
WARNING! Never use a cutting attachment  
without an approved guard. See the chapter  
on Technical data. If an incorrect or faulty  
guard is tted this can cause serious  
Fit the right handle to the handlebar using the screw,  
washer, sleeve and nut as shown. Tighten.  
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personal injury.  
IMPORTANT! If a saw blade or grass blade are to be used  
the machine must be equipped with the correct handlebar,  
blade guard and harness.  
Put on the harness and hang the machine from the  
support hook. Now make a nal adjustment so that the  
machine is in a comfortable working position when it  
hangs from the harness.  
Tighten the knob.  
Transport position, handlebar  
The handlebar can easily be turned to t along the shaft  
for easier transportation and storage.  
Loosen the knob.Turn the handlebar clockwise so that the  
throttle handle rests against the engine.  
Now twist the handlebar around the shaft. Tighten the  
knob.  
Fit the transport guard to the cutting attachment.  
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ASSEMBLY  
Fitting a blade guard, grass blade  
and grass cutter  
Fitting the blade guard and saw  
blade  
The blade guard (A) is tted using 4 screws (L) and the  
The blade guard (A) is tted using 4 screws (L) as shown.  
support plate (M) as shown.  
CAUTION!  
CAUTION! Always use the recommended guard for the  
cutting attachment you are using. See chapter on  
Technical data.  
Always use the recommended guard for the cutting  
attachment you are using. See chapter on Technical data.  
L
Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft.  
Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the drive disc  
aligns with the corresponding hole in the gear housing.  
Insert the locking pin (C) in the hole to lock the shaft.  
Place the blade (D) on the output shaft.  
A
N
E
Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft.  
F
Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the drive disc  
aligns with the corresponding hole in the gear housing.  
D
M
B
Insert the locking pin (C) in the hole to lock the shaft.  
Place the blade (D) and support ange (F) on the output  
shaft.  
L
C
Fit the nut (G). The nut must be tightened to a torque of  
35-50 Nm (3.5-5 kpm). Use the socket spanner in the tool  
kit. Hold the shaft of the spanner as close to the blade  
guard as possible.  
A
To tighten the nut, turn the spanner in the opposite  
direction to the direction of rotation (Caution! left-hand  
thread).  
Fit the support ange (F) on the output shaft. Make sure  
that the blade is centered by tting it to the guide on the  
support ange.  
G
F
Screw the support cup (E) onto the output shaft threads  
(CAUTION! Left-hand thread). Tighten to a torque of 35-  
50 Nm (3.5-5.0 kpm). Use the socket spanner in the tool  
kit. Note that the locking pin (C) must remain inside the  
gear housing to lock the drive disk. Hold the shaft of the  
socket spanner as close to the blade guard/combination  
guard as possible.  
D
B
C
When loosening and tightening the saw blade nut, there is a  
risk of injury from the teeth of the saw blade.You should  
therefore always ensure that your hand is shielded by the  
blade guard when doing this. Always use a socket spanner  
with a shaft that is long enough to allow this.The arrow in the  
diagram shows the area where you should operate the socket  
spanner when loosening or tightening the nut.  
WARNING! Tighten the lock screw (N) in the  
center hole of the support cup.Tighten to a  
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torque of 35-50 Nm (3.5-5.0 kpm), CAUTION!  
Left-hand thread. If the lock screw is not  
tted in the support cup, there is a risk that  
the support cup will come unscrewed.This  
means that the blade will also come loose,  
which could result in serious or fatal injury  
to the operator or others.  
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ASSEMBLY  
Fitting the trimmer guard and  
trimmer head Trimmy SII  
Fitting other guards and cutting  
attachments  
Fit the trimmer guard/combination guard (A) intended for use  
with the trimmer head/plastic blades. Secure the trimmer  
guard using the 4 screws (L) and the support plate (M) as  
shown.  
CAUTION! If the machine is to be used with a trimmer  
head, the fast idle speed must be reduced by 400-500 rpm.  
See instructions under the heading Carburettor.  
Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft.  
Fit the correct trimmer guard (A) for use with the trimmer  
head. Secure the trimmer guard using the 4 screws (L)  
and the support plate (M) as shown.  
Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the drive disc  
aligns with the corresponding hole in the gear housing.  
Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft.  
Insert the locking pin (C) in the hole to lock the shaft.  
A
Turn the blade shaft until one of the holes in the drive disc  
aligns with the corresponding hole in the gear housing.  
L
B
Insert the locking pin (C) in the hole to lock the shaft.  
A
L
B
C
M
Screw on the trimmer head/plastic blades (H) in the  
opposite direction to the direction of rotation.  
C
M
H
Screw on the trimmer head (H) in the opposite direction to  
the direction of rotation.  
H
Tighten the trimmer head to a torque of 35-50 Nm (3.5-5  
kpm).  
H
To dismantle, follow the instructions in the reverse order.  
To dismantle, follow the instructions in the reverse order.  
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ASSEMBLY  
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Grass clearing  
Adjusting the harness and clearing  
saw  
The machine should be supported in a harness when  
grass clearing so that the cutting equipment is parallel to  
the ground.  
WARNING! When using a clearing saw it  
must always be hooked securely to the  
harness. Otherwise you will be unable to  
control the clearing saw safely and this can  
result in injury to yourself or others. Never  
use a harness with a defective quick release.  
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Safety release  
At the front is an easily accessible, quick release. Use this if  
the engine catches re or in any other emergency situation  
that requires you to free yourself from the machine and  
harness.  
Correct balance  
1
Forestry clearing  
The machine is balanced by moving the support ring on  
the machine forwards or backwards. On some models the  
support ring is xed, however, this will then have a number  
of holes for the support hook. The machine is correctly  
balanced when it freely hangs horizontally from the  
support hook. In this way the risk of hitting stones is  
reduced if you need to release the handlebar.  
Spreading the load on your shoulders  
A well-adjusted harness and machine makes work much  
easier. Adjust the harness for the best working position.  
Tension the side straps so that the weight is evenly distributed  
across both shoulders.  
2
Grass clearing  
Let the blade balance at a comfortable cutting height, i.e.  
close to the ground.  
Correct height  
1
Forestry clearing  
The machine should be supported in a harness when  
forestry clearing so that the cutting equipment is angled  
slightly forwards in relation to the ground. Adjust the  
height using the strap on the harness for the support  
hook.  
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FUEL HANDLING  
Mixing  
Fuel  
Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean container  
intended for fuel.  
CAUTION!The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine  
and must always been run using a mixture of gasoline and  
two-stroke engine oil. It is important to accurately measure  
the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct  
mixture is obtained.When mixing small amounts of fuel, even  
small inaccuracies can drastically affect the ratio of the  
mixture.  
Always start by lling half the amount of the gasoline to be  
used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the  
fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of gasoline.  
Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before lling the  
machines fuel tank.  
WARNING! Always ensure there is adequate  
ventilation when handling fuel.  
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Gasoline  
Do not mix more than one months supply of fuel at a time.  
CAUTION! Always use high grade unleaded oil mixed  
gasoline (minimum 87 RON).If your machine is equipped with  
a catalytic converter (see chapter on Technical data) always  
use a good quality unleaded petrol/oil mixture. Leaded petrol  
will destroy the catalytic converter and it will no longer serve  
its purpose.  
If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank  
should be emptied and cleaned.  
This engine is certied to operate on unleaded  
gasoline.  
Use low-emission gasoline, also known as alkylate gasoline,  
if it is available.  
WARNING! The catalytic converter mufer  
gets very hot during and after use.This also  
applies during idling. Be aware of the re  
hazard, especially when working near  
ammable substances and/or vapours.  
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Fuelling  
This engine is certied to operate on unleaded  
gasoline.  
The lowest recommended octane rating is 87. If you run  
the engine on lower octane rating than 87 so-called  
knockingcan occur. This leads to an increased engine  
temperature, which can result in a serious engine  
breakdown.  
WARNING!Taking the following precautions,  
will lessen the risk of re:  
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When working at continuous high revs a higher octane  
rating is recommended.  
Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel.  
Always shut off the engine before refuelling.  
Always stop the engine and let it cool for a  
few minutes before refuelling.  
Two-stroke oil  
For the best results and performance use JONSERED  
two-stroke oil, which is specially formulated for our two-  
stroke engines. Mixture 1:50 (2%).  
When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so  
that any excess pressure is released gently.  
Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.  
Always move the machine away from the  
refuelling area before starting.  
Never use two-stroke oil intended for water-cooled  
outboard engines, sometimes referred to as outboard oil.  
Never use oil intended for four-stroke engines.  
Gasoline, litre  
Two-stroke oil, litre  
2% (1:50)  
0,10  
5
10  
0,20  
15  
0,30  
20  
0,40  
US gallon  
US . oz.  
2 1/2  
Clean the area around the fuel cap. Contamination in the  
tank can cause operating problems.  
1
2 1/2  
5
6 1/2  
Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container  
before lling the tank.  
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STARTING AND STOPPING  
Check before starting  
Starting and stopping  
Check the blade to ensure that no cracks have formed at  
the bottom of the teeth or by the centre hole. The most  
common reason why cracks are formed is that sharp  
corners have been formed at the bottom of the teeth while  
sharpening or that the blade has been used with dull  
teeth. Discard a blade if cracks are found.  
WARNING! The complete clutch cover and  
shaft must be tted before the machine is  
started, otherwise the clutch can come loose  
and cause personal injury.  
!
Always move the machine away from the  
refuelling area before starting. Place the  
machine on a at surface. Ensure the cutting  
attachment cannot come into contact with  
any object.  
Make sure no unauthorised persons are in  
the working area, otherwise there is a risk of  
serious personal injury.The safety distance  
is 15 metres.  
Check that the support ange is not cracked due to fatigue  
or due to being tightened too much. Discard the support  
ange if it is cracked.  
Cold engine  
Ignition:  
Set the stop switch to the start position.  
Choke:  
Ensure the locking nut has not lost its captive force. The  
nut lock should have a locking force of at least 1.5 Nm.  
The tightening torque of the locking nut should be 35-50  
Nm.  
Set the choke control in the choke position.  
Check that the blade guard is not damaged or cracked.  
Replace the blade guard if it is exposed to impact or is  
cracked.  
Warm engine  
Use the same starting procedure as for a cold engine but  
without setting the choke control in the choke position.  
Set the throttle to the start position by moving the choke  
control to the choke position and then returning it to its original  
position.  
Check that the trimmer head and trimmer guard are not  
damaged or cracked. Replace the trimmer head or  
trimmer guard if they have been exposed to impact or are  
cracked.  
Never use the machine without a guard nor with a  
defective guard.  
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STARTING AND STOPPING  
Stopping  
Stop the engine by switching off the ignition.  
WARNING! When the engine is started with  
the choke in either the choke or start throttle  
positions the cutting attachment will start to  
rotate immediately.  
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Starting  
Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your left  
hand (CAUTION! Not with your foot!). Grip the starter handle,  
slowly pull out the cord with your right hand until you feel  
some resistance (the starter pawls grip), now quickly and  
powerfully pull the cord. Reset the choke control as soon as  
the engine res and repeat until the engine starts. When the  
engine starts, quickly apply full throttle; the throttle will  
automatically disengage from the start setting. Never wrap  
the starter cord around your hand  
CAUTION! 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  
CAUTION! If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine  
is idling the idle adjustment screw T should be turned anti-  
Carburettor  
clockwise until the cutting attachment stops.  
Your Jonsered product has been designed and manufactured  
to specications that reduce harmful exhaust fumes. The  
engine will be run in after it has used 8-10 tanks of fuel. To  
ensure that the engine runs at peak performance and  
produces as little harmful exhaust fumes as possible after the  
running-in period, ask your dealer/service workshop (which  
has a rev counter for this purpose) to adjust your carburettor.  
Rec. idle speed 2700 rpm  
WARNING! If the idle speed cannot be  
adjusted so that the cutting attachment  
stops, contact your dealer/service  
workshop. Do not use the machine until it  
has been correctly adjusted or repaired.  
!
WARNING! The complete clutch cover and  
shaft must be tted before the machine is  
started, otherwise the clutch can come loose  
and cause personal injury.  
CAUTION! The machine should only be run for short periods  
at its highest speed. For optimum adjustment of the  
carburettor, contact a qualied dealer/service workshop that  
has a revolution counter at their disposal.  
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Function  
Recommended max. speed: See theTechnical data section.  
During the running-in period (8-10 tanks of fuel) the maximum  
speed should be set 600-700 rpm below the recommended  
maximum speed (= open the high speed jet H a further 1/8  
turn).  
The carburettor governs the engines speed via the  
throttle control. Air and fuel are mixed in the carburettor.  
The air/fuel mixture is adjustable. Correct adjustment is  
essential to get the best performance from the machine.  
Conditions  
Before any adjustments are made, make sure that the air  
lter is clean and the air lter cover is tted. If you adjust  
the carburettor when the air lter is dirty it will result in a  
leaner mixture when the lter is nally cleaned. This can  
lead to serious engine damage.  
The setting of the carburetor means that the engine is  
adepted to local conditions, for example, the climate,  
altitude, fuel and the type of 2-stroke oil.  
The carburettor has three adjustment controls:  
L = Low speed jet  
Carefully turn both jets, L and H, so that they are midway  
between fully screwed in and fully screwed out.  
H = High speed jet  
Do not attempt to adjust the L and H jets beyond either  
stop as this could cause damage.  
T = Idle adjustment screw  
Now start the machine according to the starting  
instructions and let it warm up for 10 minutes.  
RS44  
RS52  
CAUTION! If the cutting attachment rotates when the  
engine is idling the idle adjustment screw T should be  
turned anti-clockwise until the cutting attachment stops.  
Low speed jet L  
Try to nd the highest idling speed, turning the low speed  
needle L clockwise respectively counter-clockwise.When the  
highest speed has been found, turn the low speed needle L 1/  
4 turn counter-clockwise.  
The L and H-jets are used to adjust the supply of fuel to  
match the rate that air is admitted, which is controlled with  
the throttle. If they are screwed clockwise the air/fuel ratio  
becomes leaner (less fuel) and if they are turned anti-  
clockwise the ratio becomes richer (more fuel). A lean  
mixture gives a higher engine speed and a rich mixture  
gives a lower engine speed.  
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The T-screw regulates the throttle setting at idle speed. If  
the T-screw is turned clockwise this gives a higher idle  
speed; turning it anti-clockwise gives a lower idle speed.  
L
Basic setting  
Fine adjustment of the idle speed T  
The basic carburettor settings are adjusted during testing  
at the factory. The basic setting is richer than the optimal  
setting and should be maintained for the rst few hours the  
machine is in use. The carburettor should then be nely  
adjusted. Fine adjustment should be carried out by a  
skilled technician.  
Adjust the idle speed using the idle adjustment screw T, if it is  
necessary to readjust. First turn the idle adjustment screw T  
clockwise until the cutting attachment starts to rotate. Then  
turn the screw anticlockwise until the cutting attachment  
stops. The idle speed is correctly adjusted when the engine  
will run smoothly in every position.The idle speed should also  
be well below the speed at which the cutting attachment starts  
to rotate.  
The basic setting can vary between: H = 1 - 1 1/4 turns  
and L = 1 - 1 1/4 turns.  
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MAINTENANCE  
your machine has this type of mufer, you should clean the  
WARNING! If the idle speed cannot be  
adjusted so that the cutting attachment  
stops, contact your dealer/service  
workshop. Do not use the machine until it  
has been correctly adjusted or repaired.  
mesh at least once a week. This is best done with a wire  
brush. On mufers without a catalytic converter the mesh  
should be cleaned weekly, or replaced if necessary. On  
mufers tted with a catalytic converter the mesh should be  
checked, and if necessary cleaned, monthly. If the mesh is  
damaged it should be replaced.  
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High speed jet H  
If the mesh is frequently blocked, this can be a sign that the  
performance of the catalytic converter is impaired. Contact  
your dealer to inspect the mufer. A blocked mesh will cause  
the machine to overheat and result in damage to the cylinder  
and piston.  
The high speed jet H affects the engine power, speed,  
temperature and fuel consumption. If the high speed jet H is  
set too lean (screwed in too far) the engine speed will be too  
high and cause engine damage. Do not let the engine run at  
full speed for more than 10 seconds.  
RS44  
RS52  
Apply full throttle and turn the high speed jet H very slowly  
clockwise until the engine slows down. Then turn the high  
speed jet H very slowly anticlockwise until the engine starts to  
run unevenly. Now turn the high speed jet H slowly clockwise  
a little way until the engine runs smoothly.  
CAUTION! Never use a machine with a defective mufer.  
WARNING! Mufers tted with catalytic  
H
Note that the engine should not be under load when you  
adjust the high speed jet H.You should therefore remove the  
cutting attachment, nut, support ange and drive disc before  
adjusting the high speed jet H.  
converters get very hot during use and  
remain so for some time after stopping.This  
also applies at idle speed. Contact can result  
in burns to the skin. Remember the risk of  
re!  
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The high speed jet H is adjusted correctly when the machine  
burbles a little. If the machine races then the setting is too  
lean. If the engine produces a lot of smoke and burbles a lot  
then the setting is too rich.  
Cooling system  
CAUTION! For optimum adjustment of the carburettor,  
contact a qualied dealer/service workshop that has a  
revolution counter at their disposal.  
To keep the working temperature as low as possible the  
machine is equipped with a cooling system.  
Correctly adjusted carburettor  
When the carburettor is correctly adjusted the machine will  
accelerate without hesitation and burble a little at maximum  
speed. It is also important that the cutting attachment does  
not rotate at idle. If the low speed jet L is set too lean it may  
cause starting difculties and poor acceleration. If the high  
speed jet H is set too lean it will result in less power, less  
performance, poor acceleration and/or damage to the engine.  
If both the L and H jets are set too rich it will results in  
acceleration problems or too low a working speed.  
Mufer  
The cooling system consists of:  
1
2
3
4
Air intake on the starter.  
Fins on the ywheel.  
Cooling ns on the cylinder.  
Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the cylinder).  
CAUTION! Some mufers are tted with a catalytic converter.  
See chapter on Technical data to see whether your machine  
is tted with a catalytic converter.  
Clean the cooling system with a brush once a week, more  
often in demanding conditions. A dirty or blocked cooling  
system results in the machine overheating which causes  
damage to the piston and cylinder.  
The mufer is designed to reduce the noise level and to direct  
the exhaust gases away from the operator. The exhaust  
gases are hot and can contain sparks, which may cause re  
if directed against dry and combustible material. Some  
mufers are equipped with a special spark arrestor mesh. If  
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MAINTENANCE  
Air lter  
Spark plug  
The air lter must be regularly cleaned to remove dust and dirt  
The spark plug condition is inuenced by:  
in order to avoid:  
Incorrect carburettor adjustment.  
Carburettor malfunctions  
Starting problems  
An incorrect fuel mixture (too much or incorrect type of  
oil).  
Loss of engine power  
A dirty air lter.  
Unnecessary wear to engine parts  
Excessive fuel consumption.  
These factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes,  
which may result in operating problems and starting  
difculties.  
Clean the lter every 25 hours, or more regularly if conditions  
are exceptionally dusty.  
If the machine is low on power, difcult to start or runs poorly  
at idle speed: always check the spark plug rst before taking  
any further action. If the spark plug is dirty, clean it and check  
that the electrode gap is 0.5 mm (0,020"). The spark plug  
should be replaced after about a month in operation or earlier  
if necessary.  
Cleaning the air lter  
Remove the air lter cover and take out the lter. Wash it  
clean in warm, soapy water. Ensure that the lter is dry before  
retting it.  
CAUTION! Always use the recommended spark plug type!  
Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder.  
An air lter that has been in use for a long time cannot be  
cleaned completely.The lter must therefore be replaced with  
a new one at regular intervals. A damaged air lter must  
always be replaced.  
Sharpening grass cutters and grass  
blades  
Bevel gear  
WARNING! Always stop the engine before  
doing any work on the cutting attachment.  
This continues to rotate even after the  
throttle has been released. Ensure that the  
cutting attachment has stopped completely  
and disconnect the HT lead from the spark  
plug before you start to work on it.  
!
The bevel gear is lled with the right amount of grease at the  
factory. However, before using the machine you should check  
that the bevel gear is lled 3/4 full with grease. Use  
JONSERED special grease.  
See the cutting attachment packaging for correct  
sharpening instructions.  
The grease in the bevel gear does not normally need to be  
changed except if repairs are carried out.  
Sharpen blades and cutters using a single-cut at le.  
Sharpen all edges equally to maintain the balance of the  
blade.  
WARNING! Always discard a blade that is  
bent, twisted, cracked, broken or damaged  
in any other way. Never attempt to straighten  
a twisted blade so that it can be reused. Only  
use original blades of the specied type.  
!
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MAINTENANCE  
Filing the saw blade  
Maintenance schedule  
Below you will nd some general maintenance instructions. If  
you need further information please contact your service  
workshop.  
WARNING! Using an incorrect cutting  
attachment or an incorrectly sharpened  
blade increases the risk of kickback.  
Daily maintenance  
Check throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout function.  
Check that the cutting attachment does not rotate at idle.  
Clean the outside of the machine.  
!
See the cutting attachment packaging for correct  
sharpening instructions.A correctly led blade is essential  
for working efciently and to avoid unnecessary wear to  
the blade and clearing saw.  
Check that the harness is not damaged.  
Check that the blade guard is not damaged or cracked.  
Replace the blade guard if it is exposed to impact or is  
cracked.  
Make sure that the blade is well supported when you le  
it. Use a 5.5 mm round le with a le holder.  
Check that the blade is properly centered, sharp and  
without cracks.  
Check that the trimmer head is undamaged and not  
cracked. Replace the trimmer head if necessary.  
Check that the blade nut is sufciently tightened.  
Check that the transport guard for the blade is intact and  
that it can be secured correctly.  
Check that nuts and screws are tight.  
Check that there are no fuel leaks from the engine, tank or  
fuel lines.  
Weekly maintenance  
The ling angle is 15°. File alternate teeth to the right and  
those in between to the left. If the blade has been heavily  
pitted by stones it may be necessary to dress the top  
edges of the teeth with a at le, in exceptional cases. If  
so, this should be done before ling with a round le. The  
top edges must be led down by the same amount for all  
the teeth.  
Check the starter, the starter cord and the recoil spring.  
Clean the carburettor area.  
Clean the outside of the spark plug. Remove it and check  
the electrode gap. Adjust the gap to 0.5 mm (.20), or  
replace the spark plug. Check that the spark plug is tted  
with a suppressor.  
Clean the cooling ns on the cylinder and check that the  
air intake near the starter is not blocked.  
Check that the bevel gear is lled with grease up to 3/4.  
Use special grease.  
Clean the air lter.  
Clean or replace the spark arrestor mesh on the mufer  
(only applies to mufers without a catalytic converter).  
Adjust the blade setting. This should be 1 mm.  
Monthly maintenance  
Clean the fuel tank.  
Clean the outside of the carburettor and the space around  
it.  
Clean the fan and the area around it.  
Check fuel hose for cracks or other damage. Change if  
necessary.  
Change the fuel lter in fuel tank.  
Check the clutch, clutch springs and the clutch drum for  
wear. Replace if necessary.  
Check electrical wires and connections.  
Change the spark plug.  
Change the air lter.  
Check and clean the spark arrestor mesh on the mufer  
(only applies to mufers tted with a catalytic converter).  
Lubricate the drive shaft with the special grease. Do this  
every three months. (RS52)  
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TECHNICAL DATA  
Technical data  
Technical data  
RS44  
RS52  
Engine  
3
Cylinder volume, cu.in/cm  
Cylinder bore, inch/mm  
Stroke, inch/mm  
Idle speed, rpm  
2,70/44,3  
1,65/42  
1,26/32  
2700  
3,10/50,8  
1,77/45  
1,26/32  
2700  
Recommended max. speed, rpm  
Speed of output shaft, rpm  
Max. engine output, acc. to ISO 8893  
Catalytic converter mufer  
12500  
10500  
2,0/9000  
No  
13500  
10500  
2,4/9600  
No  
Ignition system  
Manufacturer/type of ignition system  
EM/ET  
EM/ET  
NGK BPMR 7A  
Champion RCJ 7Y  
NGK BPMR 7A  
Champion RCJ 7Y  
Spark plug  
Electrode gap, inch/mm  
Fuel and lubrication system  
Manufacturer/type of carburettor  
Fuel tank capacity, US pint/litre  
Weight  
0,02/0,5  
0,02/0,5  
Walbro WT  
1,70/0,8  
Walbro HDA  
1,60/0,75  
Weight without fuel, cutting attachment and guard, Lbs/kg  
18,5/8,4  
20,1/9,1  
Sound levels  
Equivalent sound pressure level at the users ear, measured  
according to ANSI B175.3-1997, dB(A), min/max:  
100/103  
98/104  
Vibration levels  
Vibration levels at handles, measured according to ANSI  
2
B175.3-1997, m/s  
At idle, left/right handles, min.:  
2,5/2,7  
3,5/3,5  
3,3/3,3  
4,8/5,4  
3,4/4,0  
3,4/4,0  
1,4/3,0  
5,8/7,4  
At idle, left/right handles, max.:  
At max. speed, left/right handles, min.:  
At max. speed, left/right handles, max.:  
Note 1: Equivalent noise pressure level is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for noise pressure levels under various  
working conditions with the following time distribution: 1/2 idle and 1/2 max. speed.  
NOTE! Noise pressure at the users ear and vibration on the handles are measured with all the machines approved cutting  
equipment tted. The table indicates the highest and lowest values.  
RS44/RS52  
Approved accessories  
Type  
Cutting attachment guard, Art. no.  
Centre hole in blades/cutters, Ø 20 mm  
Grass blade/grass cutter  
Output shaft thread M12  
Multi 255-3 (Ø 255 3 teeth)  
Multi 300-3 (Ø 300 3 teeth)  
Opti XS 200-22 (Ø 200 22 teeth)  
Opti XS 225-22 (Ø 225 22 teeth)  
Polytrim Ø 300  
502 26 34-03  
502 26 34-03  
502 27 22-01  
502 03 94-05  
503 91 60-03 / 502 26 34-03  
503 91 60-03  
503 91 60-03  
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Saw blade  
Plastic blades  
Trimmer head  
Trimmy S II  
Auto 55  
Support cup  
Fixed  
With ball bearing  
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FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is not  
scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or  
which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of  
repair or replace as necessaryshall be warranted for 2  
years.Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement  
as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of  
time up to the rst scheduled replacement point for that part.  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND  
OBLIGATIONS  
The EPA (The US Environmental Protection Agency),  
Environment Canada and Jonsered are pleased to explain  
the emissions control system warranty on your 2001 and later  
small nonroad engine. In U.S. and Canada, new small  
DIAGNOSIS The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic  
labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part  
is defective, if the diagnostic work is performed at an  
approved Jonsered servicing dealer.  
nonroad engines must be designed, built and equipped to  
meet the federal stringent anti-smog standards. Jonsered  
must warrant the emission control system on your small  
nonroad engine for the period of time listed below provided  
there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of  
your unit.Your emmission control system includes Parts such  
as the carburetor and the ignition system. Where a  
warrantable condition exists, Jonsered will repair your small  
nonroad engine at no cost to you. Expenses covered under  
warranty include diagnosis, parts and labor.  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Jonsered may be liable for  
damages to other engine components caused by the failure  
of a warranted part still under warranty.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED  
All failures caused by abuse, neglect or improper  
maintenance are not covered.  
MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY  
COVERAGE  
ADD -ON OR MODIFIED PARTS  
The 2001 and later small nonroad engines are warranted for  
two years. If any emission related part on you engine (as  
listed above) is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced  
by Jonsered.  
The use of add-on or modied parts can be grounds for  
disallowing a warranty claim. Jonsered is not liable to cover  
failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add-on or  
modied parts.  
OWNER SWARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES  
HOW TO FILE A CLAIM  
As the small nonroad engine owner, you are responsible for  
the performance of the required maintenance listed in your  
Operators Manual. Jonsered recommends that you retain all  
receipts covering maintenance on your small nonroad engine,  
but Jonsered cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of  
receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all  
scheduled maintenance. As the small nonroad engine owner,  
you should, however, be aware that Jonsered may deny you  
warranty coverage if your small nonroad engine or a part of it  
has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance,  
unapproved modications or the use of parts not made or  
approved by the original equipment manufacturer.You are  
responsible for presenting your small nonroad engine to a  
Jonsered authorized servicing dealer as soon as a problem  
exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a  
reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.If you have  
any questions regarding your warranty rights and  
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and  
responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized  
servicing dealer or call Jonsered, at Sweden +46-36-146500  
WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE  
Warranty services or repairs shall be provided at all Jonsered  
authorized servicing dealers.  
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND  
REPAIR OF EMISSION-RELATED PARTS  
Any Jonsered approved replacement part used in the  
performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs on  
emission-related parts, will be provided without charge to the  
owner if the part is under warranty.  
responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized  
servicing dealer or call Jonsered, at Sweden +46-36-146500  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS  
LIST  
WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE  
The warranty period begins on the date small nonroad engine  
is delivered.  
1
2
3
4
Carburetor and internal parts  
Intake pipe, airlter holder and carburetor bolts.  
Airlter and fuellter covered up to maintenance schedule.  
Ignition System  
LENGTH OF COVERAGE  
Jonsered warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent  
purchaser that the engine is free from defects in materials and  
workmanship which cause the failure of a warranted part for  
a period of two years.  
1
2
Spark Plug, covered up to maintenance schedule  
Ignition Module  
WHAT IS COVERED  
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT  
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or  
replacement of any warranted part will be performed at no  
charge to the owner at an approved Jonsered servicing  
dealer. If you have any questions regarding your warranty  
rights and responsibilities, you should contact your nearest  
authorized servicing dealer or call Jonsered, at Sweden +46-  
36-146500  
The owner is responsible for the performance of all required  
maintenance, as dened in the operators manual.  
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Trimmy SII  
1
2
7,0 m  
23'  
12 cm  
5"  
~ 3,5 m  
11'  
3
4
~ 15 cm  
7
5
6
6'  
"Clic"  
8
9
35-50 NM  
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Auto 55  
1
2
3
>1,1 Kw  
<1,1 Kw  
1.)  
2.)  
4
5
2,7 mm - 9,0 m  
3,0 mm - 7,5 m  
3,3 mm - 6,0 m  
15 cm  
6"  
8
7
6
15 cm  
6"  
15 cm  
6"  
15 cm  
6"  
10  
11  
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