Husqvarna DT600 Dethatcher Attachment User Manual
DT600
Operator’s manual
Introduction
Product description
We have a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserve the right to modify the design and appearance of the products without prior notice.
Note: This manual cover both gasoline operated and battery operated power units.
Intended use
The attachment is designed only to dethatch lawns from moss.
Attachment overview
| 1. Moss dethatcher right 2. Moss dethatcher left 3. Operators manual 4. Split pin 5. Guard (Protection on shaft) |
6. Shaft 7. Gear housing 8. Shaft coupling (Included with the product) 9. Splash guard |
Symbols on the attachment and on the power unit
| Careless or incorrect use of this attachment can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. | Wear sturdy, non-slip boots. | ||
| Read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before you use the attachment. | Watch out for thrown objects and ricochets. | ||
| Use approved hearing protection. Use approved eye protection. Use a breathing mask when there is a risk of dust. | The operator must ensure that no people or animals come closer than 15 m. When several operators are working at the same site a safety distance of at least 15 m must be in effect. The attachment can forcibly throw objects that can bounce back. This can result in serious eye injuries if the recommended safety equipment is not used. | ||
| This attachment is in accordance with applicable EC directives. | Keep a minimum of 15 m / 50 ft distance to persons and animals during operation of the product. | ||
| Rotating parts. Keep hands and feet clear. The arrow indicates the direction of rotation. | Keep all parts of your body away from the hot surfaces. | ||
| Always wear approved protective gloves. | Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community’s Directive. The attachment’s emission is specified in the Technical data chapter and on the label. |
Safety
Safety definitions
Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out specially important parts of the operator’s manual.
Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in a given situation.
General safety instructions
- Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the attachment.
- These instructions supplement the instructions that were included with the product. For other procedures, please refer to the operating instructions for the product.
- Under no circumstances may the design of the attachment be modified without the permission of the manufacturer. Do not use an attachment that appears to have been modified by others and always use original accessories. Non-authorized modifications and/or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others.
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Detacher safety instructions
- Never allow children, persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
- Never operate the product while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
- Do not overreach and keep the balance at all times. To always be sure of the footing on slopes, walk, never run.
- Do not touch moving hazardous parts before the machine is disconnected from the mains and the moving hazardous parts have come to a complete stop.
- Always wear substantial footwear and long trousers while operating the machine.
- Remove the battery from the product whenever the product is unattended, before clearing a blockage and before cleaning or working on the product.
- Remove the battery from the product before an examination for damages on the product is done when, for example, a foreign object is hit or if he
product starts to vibrate abnormally. - Do not connect a damaged cord to the supply and do not touch a damaged cord before it is disconnected from the power supply. A damaged cord can lead to contact with live parts and can result in injury or death.
- Never operate the product with defective guards/ shields, without safety devices, or if the cord is damaged or worn.
- Keep extension cords away from moving hazardous parts to avoid damages to the cords which can lead to contact with live parts.
- Only connect the product to a power supply circuit protected by a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
- Avoid using the product in bad weather conditions especially when there is a risk of lightning.
Safety instructions for operation
- The stop switch automatically returns to the start position. Make sure to prevent unintentional starting when assembling, checking, and/or performing maintenance. If you have a gasoline-operated product, disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug. If you have a battery-operated product, remove the battery.
- Watch out for thrown objects. Always wear eye protection. Never lean over the moss dethatcher. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be thrown up into the eyes causing blindness or serious injury.
- The gear can get hot during use and may remain so for a while afterwards. You could get burnt if you touch it.
- Although the brush drums do not have the same force as lawn mower blades, for example, you should avoid working with materials that can cause personal injury or damage to property if thrown out.
- Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help in the event of an accident.
- Only use the machine for the purpose it was intended for.
- 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 coordination.
- Never use the machine in extreme weather conditions such as severe cold, very hot, and/or humid climates.
- 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.
- Never allow children to use the machine.
- Never allow anyone else to use the machine without first ensuring that they have read and understood the contents of the operator’s manual.
- Keep unauthorised persons at a distance. Children, animals, onlookers, and helpers should be kept outside the safety zone of 15 m while you work. Stop the machine immediately if anyone approaches.
- If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an expert. Contact your dealer or your service workshop.
- Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your capability.
- Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no risk of people or animals coming in contact with or affect your control of the product.
- Listen out for warning signals or shouts when you are wearing hearing protection. Always remove your hearing protection as soon as the engine/motor stops.
- 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.
- 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.
- The engine/motor must be switched off before moving.
- Never put the machine down with the engine/motor running unless you have it in clear sight.
- Always use both hands to hold the machine. Hold the machine at the side of your body.
- Make sure hands and feet do not come near the moss dethatcher when it is running.
- When the engine/motor is switched off, keep your hands and feet away from the moss dethatcher until it has stopped completely.
- If heavy vibration occurs, stop the machine. If you have a gasoline-operated product, disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug. If you have a battery-operated product, remove the battery from the product. Make sure that the machine is not damaged. Repair any damage.
Personal protective equipment
- Always use approved personal protective equipment when you use the product. Personal protective equipment cannot fully prevent injury but it decreases the degree of injury if an accident does occur. Let your dealer help you select the right equipment.
- Use approved hearing protection that provides adequate noise reduction. Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment.
- Use approved eye protection. If you use a visor, you must also use approved protective goggles. Approved protective goggles must comply with the ANSI Z87.1 standard in the USAs or EN 166 in EU countries.
- Use gloves when necessary, for example when you attach, examine or clean the cutting equipment.
- Use protective boots with steel toes and non-slip soles.
- Use clothing made of a strong fabric. Always use heavy, long pants and long sleeves. Do not use loose clothing that can catch on twigs and branches. Do not wear jewelry, short pants, sandals or go with bare feet. Put your hair up safely above shoulder level.
- Keep first aid equipment close at hand.
Safety devices on the attachment
This section contains the attachment’s safety features, its purpose and how checks and maintenance should be carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. See instructions under the heading Attachment overview on page 2 to find where these parts are located on your attachment.
The life span of the attachment can be reduced and the risk of accidents can increase if attachment 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 servicing dealer.
Safety instructions for maintenance
- Check the entire product before starting. Check that all guards and covers are complete and fastened securely. Check all nuts and screws.
- If you have a gasoline-operated product, check that there are no fuel leaks.
- Replace damaged parts.
Assembly
To assemble the attachment
IMPORTANT:
The moss dethatcher rollers are marked with arrows showing the direction of the rotation. Make sure the moss dethatcher rollers are fitted correctly.
The moss dethatcher rollers must be fitted slightly displaced in relation to each other. The moss dethatcher springs should point in the same direction as the rotation direction arrow shown on the gear housing.
- Press the left moss dethatcher (A) onto the left drive shaft from the gear housing (E).
- Fasten the moss dethatcher roller with split pin (B) into the inner hole in the shaft.
- Press the right moss dethatcher (C) onto the right drive shaft from the gear housing (E).
- Fasten the moss dethatcher roller with split pin (B) into the inner hole in the shaft.
- Mount the splash guard with the snap-on fasteners (D).
Note: For assembling accessories on basic product, refer to the manual of the basic product.
Operation
To start the product with a cold engine
If you have a gasoline operated product, obey these instructions to start the product with a cold engine.
- Run the basic product warm and then shut down the product.
- Mount the attachment as per the assembly instructions.
- When adjusting the carburettor, make sure that the dethatcher is held against the ground and that no one else is in the vicinity.
- Keep the moss dethatcher idling.
- Make sure that the handle and safety features are in good working order. Never use a product that lacks a part or has been modified outside its specifications.
To use the attachment
- Run the moss dethatcher at full gas (or nearly full gas) with the wheels resting on the surface.
Note: It is both tiring and unnecessary to lift or hold the moss dethatcher above the surface when working. - Keep an acute working angle to the surface. With a large working angle, the moss dethatcher tends to move towards you and you risk losing control of the product.
Maintenance
Introduction
Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. If you need further information please contact your service workshop.
To perform maintenance on the attachment
- Make sure that the moss dethatcher does not rotate when the power/thottle trigger is released.
- Clean the wheels if they are not rotating freely.
Transportation, storage and disposal
Transport and storage
If transporting the attachment on another vehicle always use approved securing devices and make sure that the attachment is securely held.
Ensure the attachment is cleaned and that a complete service is carried out before long-term storage.
Technical data
Technical data for gasoline operated products
| Moss dethatcher | DT600 |
| Width, mm | 556 |
| Weight | |
| Weight, kg | 17. |
| Noise emissions¹ | |
| Sound power level, measured dB (A) | 105 |
| Sound power level, guaranteed Lonk dB (A) | 109 |
| Sound levels² | |
| Equivalent sound pressure level at the operator’s ear, measured according to EN ISO 22868 , dB (A): | 95 |
| Vibrations³ | |
| Equivalent vibration levels (ah,„,i) at handles, measured according to EN ISO 22867, m s² | |
| Front/rear handles | 16.2/4.3 |
Technical data for battery operated products
| 3251LK + Dethatcher attachment 0T600 | |
| Width, mm | 556 |
| Weight | |
| Weight, kg | 2.3+6.5 |
| Noise emissions 4 | |
| Sound power level, measured dB (A) | 89 |
| Sound levels 5 | |
- Measured together with Husqvarna-approved accessories. Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power (LWA) in conformity with EC directive 2000/14/EC. Reported sound power level for the machine has been measured with the original cutting attachment that gives the highest level. The difference between guaranteed and measured sound power is that the 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.
- Measured together with Husqvarna-approved accessories. Reported data for equivalent sound pressure level for the machine has a typical statistical dispersion (standard deviation) of 1 dB (A).
- Measured together with Husqvarna-approved accessories. Reported data for equivalent vibration level has a typical statistical dispersion (standard deviation) of 1 m/s²
- Reported data for sound power level for the machine has a typical statistical dispersion (standard deviation) of 3 dB (A) and has been measured with the original attachment that gives the highest level.
- Reported data for sound pressure level for the machine has a typical statistical dispersion (standard deviation) of 3 dB (A) and has been measured ith the original attachment that gives the highest level.
3251LK + Dethatcher attachment DT800 Sound pressure level at the operator’s ear, measured according to EN ISO 22868 , dB (A): 77 VIbrations 6 Vibration levels at handles, measured according to EN 62841-1, rn/s2 Front/rear handles 1.9/2.6 Equipped with approved accessory (original), left/right 1.9/2.6 - Reported data for vibration level has a typical statistical dispersion (standard deviation) of 2 m/s² For comparison of vibrations levels, battery and combustion products use vibration calculator. https://www.husqvarna.com/uk/services-solutions/vibration-calculator/.
EC Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity – for gasoline operated products
Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declares that the moss dethatcher Husqvarna DT600 with serial numbers dating from 2019 onwards (the year is clearly stated on the rating plate, followed by the serial number), comply with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVE:
- of May 17, 2006 ”relating to machinery” 2006/42/EC
- of June 8, 2011 “restriction of use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment” 2011/65/EU
- of May 8, 2000 ”relating to the noise emissions in the environment” 2000/14/EC.
The following standards have been applied for Gasoline products:
SS-EN ISO 12100:2010, EN IEC 63000:2018
RISE SMP Svenska Maskinprovning AB, Box 7035, SE-750 07 Uppsala, Sweden has performed voluntary type examination on behalf of Husqvarna AB. The certificate is numbered: SEC/15/2411 – Husqvarna DT600
Huskvarna , 2021-02-12
Pär Martinsson, Development Manager (Authorized representative for Husqvarna AB and responsible for technical documentation.)
EC Declaration of Conformity – for battery operated products
Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declares that the moss dethatcher,
Husqvarna DT600 attachment with power unit
Husqvarna 325iLK with serial numbers dating from 2019 and onwards (the year is clearly stated on the rating plate, followed by the serial number), comply with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVE:
- of May 17, 2006 ”relating to machinery” 2006/42/EC
- of June 8, 2011 “restriction of use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment” 2011/65/EU
The following standards have been applied for Battery products:
EN 62841-1:2015, EN 50636-2-92:2014, EN IEC 63000:2018
RISE SMP Svenska Maskinprovning AB, Box 7035, SE-750 07 Uppsala, Sweden has performed voluntary type examination on behalf of Husqvarna AB. The certificate is numbered: SEC/15/2411 – Husqvarna DT600
For information relating to noise emissions, refer to Technical data on page 9.
Huskvarna , 2021-02-12
Pär Martinsson, Development Manager (Authorized representative for Husqvarna AB and responsible for technical documentation.)
Original instructions
2021-04-14
