Husqvarna 575XP manual

Contents 575XP AutoTune EPA Symbols in the operator’s manual KEY to SymbolsSymbols on the machine EPA Contents Introduction Dear customerWhat is WHAT? What is what on the chain saw?Always use common sense General Safety PrecautionsBefore using a new chain saw Chain brake and front hand guard Machine′s safety equipmentPersonal protective equipment General Safety Precautions Throttle lockout Chain catcherRight hand guard Vibration damping systemStop switch Cutting equipmentMuffler General rulesCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback BarChain Some terms that describe the bar and chainSharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge setting General information on sharpening cutting teethGeneral advice on adjusting depth gauge setting If the depth gauge setting is too largeAdjustment of depth gauge setting Tensioning the chainChecking chain lubrication Lubricating cutting equipmentFilling with chain oil Checking wear on cutting equipment Chain drive sprocketNeedle bearing lubrication Assembly Fitting the bar and chainFuel Handling FuelFuel safety FuelingTransport and storage Long-term storageStarting and Stopping Starting and stoppingCold engine Warm engineStopping Basic safety rules Working TechniquesBefore use General working instructionsGeneral rules Basic cutting technique TermsLimbing CuttingTree felling technique Safe distanceFelling direction Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatDirectional cuts Felling cutGeneral advice Freeing a tree that has fallen badlyFreeing a trapped tree Cutting trees and branches that are in tensionCutting the trunk into logs How to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback? General MaintenanceCarburetor adjustment Checking the inertia brake release Muffler Starter Changing a broken or worn starter cordTensioning the recoil spring Changing a broken recoil springAir filter Spark plugFitting the starter Must always be replacedAdjustment of the oil pump When making adjustmentsLubricating the bar tip sprocket Needle bearing lubricationAir Injection centrifugal cleaning Temperature 0C 32F or colderTemperature -5C 23F or colder Winter useMaintenance schedule Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenanceTechnical Data Technical dataSaw chain filing and file gauges Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and ObligationsAmerican Standard Safety Precautions Safety precautions for chain saw usersKickback safety precautions Other safety precautionsPage Page Page Page Page Page 1150861-95