Husqvarna 55 EPA I manual Basic cutting technique, General, Terms

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WORKING TECHNIQUES

7Take great care when you cut with the top edge of the bar, i.e. when cutting from the underside of the object. This is known as cutting with a pushing chain. The chain tries to push the chain saw back towards the user. If the saw chain is jamming, the saw may be pushed back at you.

8Unless the user resists this pushing force there is a risk that the chain saw will move so far backwards that only the kickback zone of the bar is in contact with the tree, which can lead to a kickback.

Cutting with the bottom edge of the bar, i.e. from the top of the object downwards, is known as cutting with a pulling chain. In this case the chain saw pulls itself towards the tree and the front edge of the chain saw body rests naturally on the trunk when cutting. Cutting with a pulling chain gives the operator better control over the chain saw and the position of the kickback zone.

9Follow the instructions on sharpening and maintaining your bar and chain. When you replace the bar and chain use only combinations that are recommended by us. See instructions under the headings Cutting equipment and Technical data.

Basic cutting technique

WARNING! Never use a chain saw by holding

!it with one hand. A chain saw is not safely controlled with one hand. Always have a secure, firm grip around the handles with both hands.

General

Always use full throttle when cutting!

Reduce the speed to idle after every cut (running the engine for too long at full throttle without any load, i.e. without any resistance from the chain during cutting, can lead to serious engine damage).

Cutting from above = Cutting with a pulling chain.

Cutting from below = Cutting with pushing chain.

Cutting with a pushing chain increases the risk of kickback. See instructions under the heading How to avoid kickback.

Terms

Cutting = General term for cutting through wood.

Limbing = Cutting branches off a felled tree.

Splitting = When the object you are cutting breaks off before the cut is complete.

There are five important factors you should consider before making a cut:

1Make sure the cutting equipment will not jam in the cut.

2Make sure the object you are cutting will not split.

3Make sure the chain will not strike the ground or any other object during or after cutting.

4 Is there a risk of kickback?

5Do the conditions and surrounding terrain affect how safely you can stand and move about?

Two factors decide whether the chain will jam or the object that you are cutting will split: the first is how the object is supported before and after cutting, and the second is whether it is in tension.

In most cases you can avoid these problems by cutting in two stages; from the top and from the bottom.You need to support the object so that it will not trap the chain or split during cutting.

IMPORTANT! If the chain jams in the cut: stop the engine! Don’t try to pull the chain saw free. If you do you may be injured by the chain when the chain saw suddenly breaks free. Use a lever to open up the cut and free the chain saw.

The following instructions describe how to handle the common situations you are likely to encounter when using a chain saw.

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Contents Operator’s manual 55 EPA Symbols in the operator’s manual KEY to SymbolsSymbols on the machine Contents Dear customer IntroductionWhat is what on the chain saw? What is WHAT?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 Right hand guard Throttle lockChain catcher Muffler Stop switchCutting equipment Vibration damping systemChain General rulesCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback BarSharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Tensioning the chain General advice on adjusting depth gauge settingAdjustment of depth gauge setting Checking chain lubrication Lubricating cutting equipmentChain oil Filling with chain oilChecking wear on cutting equipment Chain drive sprocketNeedle bearing lubrication Fitting the bar and chain AssemblyFuel Fuel HandlingLong-term storage Fuel safetyFueling Transport and storageWarm engine Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping Cold engineStopping General working instructions Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques Before useGeneral rules Terms Basic cutting techniqueGeneral Cutting LimbingClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Tree felling techniqueSafe distance Felling directionDirectional cuts FellingCutting trees and branches that are in tension General adviceFreeing a tree that has fallen badly Freeing a trapped treeCutting the trunk into logs How to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback? General MaintenanceCarburetor adjustment Checking the inertia brake release Correctly adjusted carburetorChecking brake band wear Checking the front hand guardThrottle lock Changing a broken or worn starter cord MufflerStarter Fitting the starter Air filterTensioning the recoil spring Changing a broken recoil springCooling system Spark plugLubricating the bar tip sprocket Needle bearing lubricationWinter use Temperature 0C 32F or colderDaily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical DataBar and chain combinations Saw chain filing and file gauges Your Warranty Rights and Obligations Federal Emission Control Warranty StatementOther safety precautions American Standard Safety PrecautionsSafety precautions for chain saw users Kickback safety precautions´z+R7y¶5m¨ Page 1150238-95 ´z+R7y¶5m¨ ´z+R7y¶5m¨