E EEEEn nnnng ggggl lllli iiiis ssssh hhhh KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: WARNING! Chain saws can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Always wear: • Approved protective helmet • Approved hearing protection • Protective goggles or a visor This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives. Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community’s Directive. The machine’s emission is specified in chapter Technical data and on label. Decompression valve: The valve is to reduce the pressure in the cylinder and make starting easier.You should always use the decompression valve when starting the machine. Ignition; choke: Set the choke control in the choke position. This should automatically set the stop switch to the start position. Adjustment of the oil pump Chain brake, activated (right) Chain brake, not activated (left) Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets. Symbols in the operator’s manual: Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying out any checks or maintenance. Always wear approved protective gloves. Regular cleaning is required. Visual check. Protective goggles or a visor must be worn. Filling with oil and adjusting oil flow. The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started. WARNING! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, and cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and towards the operator. May cause serious personal injury. 2 – English CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: ..................................... 2 Symbols in the operator’s manual: ....................... 2 CONTENTS Contents ............................................................... 3 INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, .................................................... 4 WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the chain saw? ........................... 5 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before using a new chain saw .............................. 6 Important .............................................................. 6 Always use common sense .................................. 6 Personal protective equipment ............................. 7 Machine.s safety equipment ................................. 7 Cutting equipment ................................................ 10 ASSEMBLY Fitting the bar and chain ....................................... 16 FUEL HANDLING Fuel ...................................................................... 17 STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping ........................................... 19 WORKING TECHNIQUES Before use: ........................................................... 21 General working instructions ................................ 21 How to avoid kickback .......................................... 27 MAINTENANCE General ................................................................. 29 Carburettor adjustment ......................................... 29 Carburettor with movement limiters ...................... 29 Carburettor without movement limiters ................. 30 Checking, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment .................................................. 32 Muffler .................................................................. 34 Starter .................................................................. 35 Air filter ................................................................. 36 Spark plug ............................................................ 36 Lubricating the bar tip sprocket ............................ 37 Needle bearing lubrication ................................... 37 Adjustment of the oil pump ................................... 37 Cooling system ..................................................... 37 ”Air Injection” centrifugal cleaning ........................ 38 Winter use ............................................................ 38 Heated handles .................................................... 38 Maintenance schedule ......................................... 39 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data ...................................................... 40 Bar and chain combinations ................................. 41 Saw chain filing and file gauges ........................... 41 EC-declaration of conformity ................................ 42 English – 3 INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Congratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Husqvarna River, for production of muskets. The location was logical, since water power was harnessed from the Huskvarna River to create the water- powered pl...