Husqvarna 545, 550XPG manual KEY to Symbols, Symbols on the machine, Decompression valve

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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.

Both of the operator′s hands must be used to operate the chain saw.

Never operate a chain saw holding it with one hand only.

Never let the guide bar tip come in contact with any object.

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.

Chain brake, activated (right) Chain brake, not activated (left)

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.

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Ignition; choke: Set the choke control in the choke position. This should automatically set the stop switch to the start position.

Air purge.

Refuelling.

Chain oil ﬁll.

Adjustment of the oil pump.

If your machine bears this symbol it is equipped with heated handles.

Always use the recommended spark plug type! Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder. Check that the spark plug is ﬁtted with a suppressor.

Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certiﬁcation requirements for certain markets.

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Contents Operator′s manual Decompression valve KEY to SymbolsSymbols on the machine Symbols in the operator’s manual Contents Introduction Dear CustomerWhat is WHAT? What is what on the chain saw?General Safety Precautions Before using a new chain sawPersonal protective equipment Machine′s safety equipmentAlways use common sense Chain brake and front hand guardGeneral Safety Precautions Right hand guard Throttle lockoutChain catcher Vibration damping systemMufﬂer Stop switchCutting equipment General rulesCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge setting Lubricating cutting equipment Adjustment of depth gauge settingTensioning the chain Cause serious or even fatal injuryChain drive sprocket Filling with chain oilChecking chain lubrication Needle bearing lubricationChecking wear on cutting equipment Fitting a spike bumper AssemblyFitting the bar and chain Working with the chainFuel Handling FuelTransport and storage Fuel safetyFueling Long-term storageStarting Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping Cold engineStopping Before use Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques General working instructionsWorking Techniques Limbing Basic cutting techniqueTerms Felling direction Tree felling techniqueSafe distance Felling Training we advise you not to fell trees Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatFelling cut Your sawFreeing a trapped tree General adviceFreeing a tree that has fallen badly Cutting trees and branches that are in tensionCutting the trunk into logs How to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback? General MaintenanceCarburettor adjustment Immediately Checking the inertia brake releaseChecking the brake trigger Mufﬂer Tensioning the recoil spring StarterChanging a broken or worn starter cord Changing a broken recoil spring Air ﬁlterSpark plug Fitting the starterLubricating the bar tip sprocket Adjustment of the oil pumpRunning when making adjustments Needle bearing lubricationWinter use Air Injection centrifugal cleaningTemperature 0C or colder Heated handlesMaintenance schedule Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenanceTechnical Data Technical data550XP TrioBrake 550XPG Guide bar and chain combinations Saw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gaugesEN ISO 12100-2/A12009, Cispr 122007, EN ISO EC-declaration of conformityApplies to Europe only Page Page