Husqvarna 226HD60S Hedge Trimmer (Cutting out & Stalls) Fixed

Husqvarna 226HD60S (9669456-01) Depressing the throttle lever on a Husqvarna 226HD60S and the hedge trimmer stalls.
Link to the Video after the final repair : • Husqvarna 226HD60S Hed...
30/04/2014
This happens every time this hedge trimmer is cold. Just leave the hedge trimmer on idle for a 5 minutes until it warms up to clear. Apparently this is the standard process to start this model of hedge trimmer. Husqvarna Ireland support agent & Husqvarna dealer & shop mechanic all agree that there is no fault. I feel that I was fobbed off by Husqvarna Ireland.
History
This hedge trimmer is not even a year old and only used less than 10 hours. Stored away from October to April this year. The fuel was drained from the tank and machine was ran dry before storage last year. I brought it back to the Husqvarna dealer two times. The primmer bulb was replaced as it was leaking.
This fault never happen before. Last year the Hedge trimmer started without any problems and worked perfectly. I have used other 2 strokes machines and never experienced this kind of fault before. I never have to leave them on idle before use.
I have checked the fuel lines & filter and used difference fuel mix but there is no differences. When the hedge trimmer is warmed it works fine. The choke and air filter were checked. The fuel tank cap is venting. Spark plug replaced.
Hopefully this fault dose not develop into a more serious problem. In the meantime I will leave the machine in idle for 5 mins.
If the fault escalates, there are two options available
1 Rebuild the carburetor with a new kit.
2 Replace the Walbro WYA 104 013 carburetor.
One of those solutions may clear the fault.
Below is a PDF file with the parts list:
www.barrettsmal...
Year of Manufacture: 2010. Made in Japan.
Carburetor: Walbro WYA 104 013
(523 07 19-01 or 523 07 15-01)
26/05/2014
Now the the symptoms have changed from cold start, it happens when the machine is warm. This is intermittent.
30/05/2014
Used this hedge trimmer today outdoor temperature 16 Celsius. Same issues when starting. Used for 30 minutes. Then turn off for 10 minutes tried starting again same symptoms again.
02/06/2014
Still same fault cleaned the carburetor no blocked jets or ports. Needle and metering diaphragm looks fine. Main fuel screen is clean.
04/06/2014
Complaint sent to Husqvarna Ireland
14/06/2014
Just an update. No reply from Husqvarna to date. It appears I will have to purchase a new carburetor myself. Its the end of the road for me on this case I will pass it on to my friend who is more versed on the law in these matters so that costs of the repairs & solicitors fees are redeemed.
08/07/2014
This hedge trimmer is now in storage as its inadequate and useless. I have gone back to my old hedge trimmer.
18/07/2014
The Service Manager for Husqvarna has request the hedge trimmer for examination and report. The machine will be sent to them.
25/07/2014
I was advised that hedge trimmer was fixed but now its gone missing and was not delivered back to the shop I arranged the pick up. Husqvarna Ireland and their Irish Distributors need to sort this out ASAP. Shop promised a call back on the 25/07/2014 but no call. I have now decided not to wait any longer. I want a full refund as well as the costs I had to incur during this debacle.
29/07/2014
Finally got the hedge trimmer back today. It started from cold within 15 - 20 seconds. Will see in the next few days if its able for a few kilometers of clearing along an overgrown area. The Carburetor was replaced. Many thanks to the Irish distributors who fixed the fault. Its taken nearly 3 months to get this sorted. This is my final update. New Carburetor number is WYA 104 307.
01/08/2014
As requested here is the hedge trimmer after the repair.
• Husqvarna 226HD60S Hed...

[@sedatdemirel667]

Çok acemisin hemde çok acemi moruru çalıştırmayı başarman bile mucize😅😅

[@zebadeez]

did you mix the fuel with 2 stroke? it looks as though you forgot. should appear like diluted squash not clear

[@TrevorSheppard-c8j]

Where is the part where he fixed it?

[@garycracknell717]

What fix ?

[@typ5610]

This video is a complete waste of time, it does not show or explain anything

[@marcv8813]

Fuel filter in the gas tank dissolves over time. Probably just need a new one. Have a look, it's probably all gummed up. A very easy fix.

[@hardydude69]

I get it. Now how do you fix it?

[@jimbob-tz4zb]

Looks like the "H" screw on the carb needs turning out anti clock just a touch. Small two strokes are a pain as they can easily be affected by atmospherics - even a couple hundred feet of elevation can require the "H" and "L" screws to require adjustment.

[@RimfireRat]

did U try letting it idle for a few min to warm up.i've read a 5 min warm up works in this model

[@mikejulius7581]

Yeah any 2stroke theres definitely a warm up time

[@300553blue]

I had the same hedge trimmer with the same problem. Stripped and cleaned the carb 3 times. New gaskets fitted. Exactly the same. Ticked over beautiful, wouldn't rev, just bog down. Ordered a new carb. Didn't make sense, machine had only done a few hours, still looked like new. Stripped it down for one last try before the new carb turned up. Just putting it back together and noticed the sneaky little 2.5 mm hole that housed the sneaky little top end mixture screw that Husqvarna forgot to tell us about. Sneaky bastards. Maybe they aren't selling enough carburettors. Put it back together without adjusting that mixture screw. Ticked over beautiful, wouldn't rev. Same as before. Turned that secret screw out a quarter of a turn, revved right up. Tuned the top end with that screw and now it runs lovely. Drilled a 4mm hole in the plastic handle above the mixture screw so I can use a long, thin screwdriver next time instead of the custom made short one I used. Cancelled the new carb that was on order. I enjoyed the challenge but almost bought a new carb that wasn't necessary. If anyone wants details let me know but I'm sure that now you know that there is a secret screw, you'll be able to find it without a problem.

[@venanzioandreozzi5476]

mi puoi indicare con precisione dove è questa vite da regolare ? Grazie

[@gideonr0]

Is it a plastic screw with three slots (tri-wing), just beside where the fuel pipes enter the carb?

[@gideonr0]

Ah, okay, I see two tri-wing plastic blanking plugs, one beside where the fuel pipes enter and one in the centre of the throttle control. I take it the adjusting screws are under these?

[@zarrow50]

Few mixes go bad after a month and can't be used, so never mix to much up

[@willsmoran]

New carburetor was installed. Hedge trimmer works perfectly since repair. Refer to my update on 29/07/2014 : kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXbMmoShf7qljK8

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

I have the 122HD60's and they are the easiest hedgecutters to start! For the bigger jobs I have the 522HDR75X's and they start just as easy! Both are excellent.

[@davidis3001]

So what were you doing....

[@rodrm864]

Bought this new and acted the same way :(

[@gideonr0]

Same here, even bought another carb, which didn't fix it either.

[@bradmefford5621]

Carb needs adjustment...epa have them running too lean for emissions easy fix

[@small-engine-repair]

Don't rev it right away let it warm up

[@seifusz]

I have the same problem

[@sdi1111]

Yes, it's really fixed! Your heading says 'Hedge Trimmer Fixed!'

[@hepeng2627]

thanks share this video

[@itlixtu]

I have a 226HD75S. I am having the same issue. It has gotten worse since I pulled it out of the box. I can only find one adjustment screw that has the upside down T under it for idle. I took the whole carb apart and see no issues. Mine was made in 2014. Either they have gotten rid of the adjustment screw or I am over looking it! Any pics or videos?

[@willsmoran]

I am not sure what Carburetor is in your model. The Carburetor in my Hedge trimmer was a Walbro WYA 104 013 which was replaced with Carburetor Walbro WYA 104 307. That replacement cleared the fault. I will take some pictures so you can refer too.

[@gideonr0]

I have the same model as this and it behaved exactly the same way as yours. I tried replacing the carburettor diaphragms twice, and even bought another carburettor. I have since discovered that mine runs perfectly if I put less oil in the fuel.

[@300553blue]

The engine is already running lean. Reducing the amount of oil is not the answer, although it may seem to run better in the short term. The carb needs adjusting so the engine runs richer. ( see comment above )

[@gideonr0]

Deleted that message as I agree with you.

[@hsvr]

gideonr0 where did you buy a new carburettor

[@mrperfecto2758]

I bough one of this couple years back and i was told that the gasoline has to do a lot with the performance of this brand(Husqvarna) i live in California. I still love husqvarna landscaping tools, but if you buy stihl hedge trimmers you don't go wrong eather.

[@danramirez6582]

I so appreciate you posting this in You Tube as I am looking for a good gas hedge trimmer and had Husqvarna as a possible purchase but not anymore!!

[@erniel741]

Same model, same problem from day one! Don’t waste your money on this piece of crap.

[@Kingy100]

What does the video show us ? What's the fix then !

[@300553blue]

Look on the side of the carb, under the plastic handle. You'll see a single, tiny hole, maybe 3mm, that's the one. You only need a small flat bladed screwdriver. It has to be short though, to fit under the plastic handle. Adjust in small increments. You'll probably only need to turn it 1/8 the of a turn. ( anti-clockwise ) so make sure you know the position of the screw before you start. Don't cut down the amount of oil, you'll shorten the life of the motor significantly.

[@vwtaro]

BROL

[@jtaylor8606]

So what was the solution?

[@willsmoran]

New carburetor was installed. Hedge trimmer works perfectly since repair. Refer to my update on 29/07/2014 : kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXbMmoShf7qljK8

[@helphelpimbeingrepressed9347]

Bit late & I have a different model but I just adjusted a screw (marked T, for timing I assume?) a small amount & she's running like a champ again!

[@io4166]

Iettilu

[@aidanbailey2709]

Be good if you took the guard off