Husqvarna Grinder SG13B User Manual

Operator ManualSG13B / 966042601 / 2009-03Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the

SAFETYHUSQVARNA-11Movement/TransportTo turn and steer the machine, press down on the • handle and turn on the back wheels.Turn off the engine and allo

SAFETY12 - HUSQVARNAFuel SystemStore fuel only in containers approved for that • purpose.Never remove the fuel cap and ll the fuel tank • when the en

SAFETYHUSQVARNA-13MaintenanceNever make adjustments with the engine running.• Disengage the drive units, shut off the engine and • wait until all movi

PROTECTION EQUIPMENT14 - HUSQVARNAPersonal Protection EquipmentConsult your Husqvarna dealer when selecting protective equipment. Dealers have a broad

SET-UPHUSQVARNA-15Remove crate top and sides.1. Remove upper handle bar assembly and lay aside.2. Open bag containing loose hardware.3. Using four (4)

SET-UP16 - HUSQVARNASet the brake rod assembly into the brake bracket. 7. The brake rod assembly needs to be adjusted before connecting the yoke to th

SET-UPHUSQVARNA-17THROTTLECABLEENGINETHROTTLE CONTROL LEVERFORWARDTHROTTLECABLEPush throttle control lever on console forward to 13. full extent. Pull

CONTROLS18 - HUSQVARNAMain Components and ControlsHandle1. Operator Presence Grip Bar2. Brake Lever3. Cutter Drive Belt Guard4. Front Lifting Handles5

CONTROLSHUSQVARNA-19EngineExterior engine components and controls.Speed control lever1. Starter handle2. Air lter3. Mufer4. Fuel Valve5. Choke contr

CONTROLS20 - HUSQVARNAStarterThe magnapull-type starter has spring return. To replace the return spring or starter cord, contact an authorized service

CONTENTSINTRODUCTION ... 4Good Service ...

CONTROLSHUSQVARNA-21Air FilterThe engine air lter consists of a cyclone lter and a ne lter.Air is drawn in through the screen (1) on the cyclone 

CONTROLS22 - HUSQVARNAOil DipstickThe dipstick for the crankcase oil reservoir is located on the front of the engine. Rell the engine oil in the hole

CONTROLSHUSQVARNA-23Fuel TankUnderneath the tank, there is a fuel lter combined with the fuel valve. Tank capacity is 1.72 gallons (6.5 liters)Fuelin

CONTROLS24 - HUSQVARNAThrottleThe lever controls engine speed.With the lever down, the engine runs at idle and functions as start position.When the en

CONTROLSHUSQVARNA-25BrakeThe lever activates a disk brake on the left wheel when it is pulled backwards. The brake should always be activated when the

OPERATION26 - HUSQVARNAPreparationDig away the earth and remove any stones near • the tree stump that may interfere with your work. Check that the gro

OPERATIONHUSQVARNA-27Starting The EngineCheck that all daily maintenance as described in the maintenance schedule has been performed. Check that there

OPERATION28 - HUSQVARNAHandle Engine SwitchSet the toggle switch to ON.Engine ON/OFF SwitchThe switch on the engine is disconnected. Use the Handle En

OPERATIONHUSQVARNA-29ProcedurePlace the cutting blade near the top front edge of 1. the tree stump.Set the brake to lock position.2. WARNING!NEVER all

OPERATION30 - HUSQVARNAIMPORTANT INFORMATIONIf the cutting wheel is too low, the machine may start to “climb” over the stump and become unstable.Tilt

INTRODUCTION4 - HUSQVARNACongratulationsThank you for purchasing a Husqvarna stump grinder. Through your condence in us, you have chosen an exception

OPERATIONHUSQVARNA-31Before moving the machine forwards, you should 11. ensure that the cutting wheel is above the ground and located on either side o

OPERATION32 - HUSQVARNANormal ShutdownThrottleSet the throttle to SLOW/DISENGAGE.If the engine has been running full out, let it run easily for about

MAINTENANCEHUSQVARNA-33Maintenance ScheduleThe following is a list of maintenance procedures that MUST be performed on the machine. For those points n

MAINTENANCE34 - HUSQVARNACyclone FilterThe cyclone lter collects the largest contaminant particles, which collect in the container. When you can see

MAINTENANCEHUSQVARNA-35Air FilterIf the engine seems weak, produces black smoke or runs unevenly, the air lter may be clogged. For this reason, it is

MAINTENANCE36 - HUSQVARNA8011-031Remove the wing nut in the air lter and remove 3. the paper lter. IMPORTANT INFORMATIONDO NOT use compressed air ov

MAINTENANCEHUSQVARNA-37WARNING!Risk for carbon monoxide poisoning. Perform the adjustment outdoors.8011-128Unscrew the sludge reservoir (1). Make sure

MAINTENANCE38 - HUSQVARNAIMPORTANT INFORMATIONFitting the wrong spark plug type can damage the engine.8011-027Ignition SystemThe engine is equipped wi

MAINTENANCEHUSQVARNA-39Drive BeltRemove the belt guard by removing the three 1. acorn nuts and lockwashers on the front of the belt guard.WARNING!Prev

MAINTENANCE40 - HUSQVARNAIMPORTANT INFORMATIONIf pulley on cutter head shaft must be moved, the set screws MUST be fully removed, fresh “Loctite 242”

SYMBOLS AND DECALSHUSQVARNA-5Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury, particularly if the reader DOES NOT follow th

MAINTENANCEHUSQVARNA-41Removing/Retting WheelsLeft WheelTo remove the left wheel (1) from the stump grinder, remove the locking collar (2), the ¼&quo

MAINTENANCE42 - HUSQVARNATwo Minute RuleThe machine may be tipped backward or on its side to facilitate access for cleaning or service, but no longer

LUBRICATIONHUSQVARNA-43

LUBRICATION44 - HUSQVARNAEngine OilThe engine should be warm (but not hot) when changing the oil. Warm oil ows out faster and leaves a smaller quanti

LUBRICATIONHUSQVARNA-45Right wheelLubricate using a grease gun until the grease squeezes out one nipple.Use good quality MP grease. Grease from well-k

TROUBLESHOOTING46 - HUSQVARNAPROBLEM CAUSE ACTIONEngine will not startUser error Fuel valve closedChoke valve openEngine switch in OFF positionOpen th

TROUBLESHOOTINGHUSQVARNA-47PROBLEM CAUSE ACTIONBelt comes offPulleys not alignedBelt tension is insufcientAdjust belt tensionBelt engages late or sli

STORAGE48 - HUSQVARNAWinter StorageAt the end of the season, the machine should be readied for storage (or if it will not be in use for longer than 30

TECHNICAL DATAHUSQVARNA-49Model SG13B / 966042601EngineManufacturer HondaCylinder Volume 337 cc (20.6 cu in)Power 13 hp (9.2 kW at 3600 RPM)* Torque

SCHEMATICS50 - HUSQVARNAENGINE ON/OFFSWITCH(DISCONNECTED)COLOR CODEY - YELLOWB - BLACKSPARKPLUGTRANSISTORIGNITIONMODULEOIL LEVELGUARDENGINE HARNESSON/

SYMBOLS AND DECALS6 - HUSQVARNAONOFFDecal 3Important informationRead and make sure you understand the Operator’s Manual before use or maintenance.To o

HUSQVARNA-51SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, stamp, signatureDelivery serviceOpen packaging and make sure machine has not been damaged in 1. transport.Whe

52 - HUSQVARNASERVICE JOURNALAction Date, stamp, signature

HUSQVARNA-53SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, stamp, signature

54 - HUSQVARNASERVICE JOURNALAction Date, stamp, signature

SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTYHusqvarna Professional Products, Inc (“Husqvarna”) warrants the original purchaser the Husqvarna branded product to which t

† Refer to Section 3 for items not covered by this warranty*All consumer product use must have been limited to the owners residence. Warranted for non

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SAFETYHUSQVARNA-7General useThis manual is a valuable document. Read the contents carefully before using or servicing the machine. The following of in

SAFETY8 - HUSQVARNAFollow all safety instructions. Failure to do so may • result in injury to yourself or others.Accident prevention regulations, othe

SAFETYHUSQVARNA-9PreparationsMake sure that you always have rst aid • equipment at hand when using the machine.Make sure nobody else is in the vicini

SAFETY10 - HUSQVARNAOperatingDo not use the machine on grades of more than • 10°.Do not use the machine if you are tired, if you • have consumed alcoh