Husqvarna T435 manual Always use a fast cutting speed, i.e. full throttle English

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suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping ground.

7Take 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.

8Before moving your chain saw switch off the engine and lock the chain using the chain brake. Carry the chain saw with the bar and chain pointing backwards. Fit a guard to the bar before transporting the chain saw or carrying it for any distance.

9When you put the chain saw on the ground, lock the saw chain using the chain brake and ensure you have a constant view of the machine. Switch the engine off before leaving your chain saw for any length of time.

General rules

1If you understand what kickback is and how it happens then you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. By being prepared you reduce the risk. Kickback is usually quite mild, but it can sometimes be very sudden and violent.

2Always hold the chain saw firmly with your right hand on the top handle and your left hand on the front handle. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around the handles. You should use this grip whether you are right-handed or left-handed. This grip minimises the

effect of kickback and lets you keep the chain saw under control.

3Most kickback accidents happen during limbing. Make sure you are standing firmly and that there is nothing in the way that might make you trip or lose your balance.

Lack of concentration can lead to kickback if the kickback zone of the bar accidentally touches a branch, nearby tree or some other object.

Have control over the workpiece. If the pieces you intend to cut are small and light, they can jam in the saw chain and be thrown towards you. Even if this does not need to be a danger, you may be surprised and lose control of the saw. Never saw stacked logs or branches without first separating them. Only saw one log or one piece at a time. Remove the cut pieces to keep your working area safe.

4Never use the chain saw above shoulder height and try not to cut with the tip of the bar. Never use the chain saw one-handed!

5 Always use a fast cutting speed, i.e. full throttle.

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Contents T435 Symbols on the machine KEY to SymbolsSymbols in the operator’s manual Contents Introduction Dear CustomerWhat is WHAT? What is what on the chain saw?Before using a new chain saw General Safety PrecautionsAlways use common sense Machine′s safety equipment Personal protective equipmentChain brake and front hand guard Chain catcher Throttle lockoutVibration damping system Muffler Stop switchCutting equipment General rulesBar Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback ChainIncreased if the depth gauge setting is General advice on adjusting depth gauge settingToo large Lubricating cutting equipment Adjustment of depth gauge settingTensioning the chain Cause serious or even fatal injuryChain drive sprocket Filling with chain oilChecking chain lubrication Checking wear on cutting equipmentBar Fitting a spike bumper AssemblyFitting the bar and chain Working with the chainFuel Handling FuelTransport and storage Fuel safetyFuelling Long-term storageCold engine Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping Warm engineStopping Before use Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques General working instructionsAlways use a fast cutting speed, i.e. full throttle English General requirements working at height Using the chainsaw in the treePreparing to use the saw in the tree Basic cutting technique Working Techniques Safe distance Felling technique for tree topsLimbing Felling directionFelling cut Freeing a tree that has fallen badlyCutting trees and branches that are in tension General advice How to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback? Cutting the trunk into logsCarburettor adjustment MaintenanceGeneral Correctly adjusted carburettor High speed jet HMuffler Starter Changing a broken or worn starter cordChanging a broken recoil spring Tensioning the recoil springFitting the starter Lubricating the bar tip sprocket Air filterSpark plug Must always be replacedRunning when making adjustments Adjustment of the oil pumpCooling system Maintenance schedule Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenanceTechnical data Applies to Europe only Bar and chain combinationsSaw chain filing and file gauges EC-declaration of conformity Cispr 122001, EN ISOPage Page Page ´z+S?h¶6¨ Page 1151317-26
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