Husqvarna 1153181-95, 576 XPG manual Cutting the trunk into logs

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WORKING TECHNIQUES

was being used when the kickback zone of the bar touched the object.

Kickback only occurs if the kickback zone of the bar touches an object.

Limbing

WARNING! A majority of kickback

! accidents occur during limbing. Do not use the kickback zone of the guide bar. Be extremely cautious and avoid contacting the log, other limbs or objects with the nose of the guide bar. Be extremely cautious of limbs under tension. They can spring back toward you and cause loss of control resulting in injury.

Make sure that you can stand and move about safely. Work on the left side of the trunk. Work as close as possible to the chain saw for maximum control. If possible, let the weight of the chain saw rest on the trunk.

Keep the trunk between you and the chain saw as you move along the trunk.

Cutting the trunk into logs

See instructions under the heading Basic cutting technique.

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Contents 570 576 XP 576 XPG Symbols in the operator’s manual KEY to SymbolsSymbols on the machine EPA Contents Dear customer IntroductionWhat is what on the chain saw? What is WHAT?Before using a new chain saw General Safety PrecautionsAlways use common sense Machine′s safety equipmentPersonal protective equipment Chain brake and front hand guardGeneral Safety Precautions Right hand guard Throttle lockoutChain catcher Cutting equipment Stop switchVibration damping system MufﬂerChain Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickbackBar General information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingTensioning the chain Checking chain lubrication Lubricating cutting equipmentFilling with chain oil Checking wear on cutting equipment Chain drive sprocketNeedle bearing lubrication Working with the chain AssemblyFitting the bar and chain Fuel Fuel HandlingFueling Fuel safetyTransport and storage Long-term storageStarting and stopping Starting and StoppingCold engine Warm engineStopping Working Techniques Basic safety rulesBefore use General working instructionsGeneral rules Terms Basic cutting techniqueLimbing Tree felling techniqueLog is supported at one end. There is a high risk Safe distanceDirectional cuts Felling directionClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Felling cut Freeing a tree that has fallen badly How to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback? Cutting the trunk into logs General MaintenanceCarburetor adjustment When the bar hits the stump the brake should be applied Correctly adjusted carburetorChecking brake band wear Checking the front hand guardImmediately Checking the brake triggerChanging a broken or worn starter cord MufﬂerStarter Tensioning the recoil spring Air ﬁlterChanging a broken recoil spring Fitting the starterLubricating the bar tip sprocket Spark plugNeedle bearing lubrication Must always be replacedAir Injection centrifugal cleaning Adjustment of the oil pumpWhen making adjustments Cooling systemTemperature -5C 23F or colder Temperature 0C 32F or colderHeated handles Fitting the winterising kitDaily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical DataSaw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gauges Your Warranty Rights and Obligations Federal Emission Control Warranty StatementMAINTENANCE, Replacement Repair of EMISSION-RELATED Parts Safety precautions for chain saw users American Standard Safety PrecautionsKickback safety precautions Other safety precautionsOriginal instructions 1153181-95