Husqvarna 61, 268 manual Contents

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Before using a new saw

•Read the instructions carefully.

•Check cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See page 25.

•Refuel and start the saw. Check the carburettor settings. See pages 26-29.

•Do not use the saw until sufficient chain oil has reached the chain, see page 14.

IMPORTANT! If the carburettor mixture is too lean it greatly increases the risk of engine failure.

Poor maintenance of the air filter will cause carbon build-up on the spark plug and lead to difficult starting.

If the chain is badly adjusted it will cause increased wear or damage to the bar, drive sprocket and chain.

!Under no circumstances should you modify the original design of the chain saw without approval from the manufacturer. Always use genuine spare parts. Unauthorized modifications or accessories may lead to serious injury or death.

!A chain saw is a dangerous tool if used carelessly or incorrectly and can cause serious, even fatal injuries. It is very important that you read and understand these instructions.

!WARNING! The insides of mufflers fitted with catalytic converters contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these elements in the event of a defective muffler.

!Long term inhalation of the engine's exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and dust from sawdust can represent a health risk.

Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice.

Contents

Key to symbols

2

Safety instructions

 

Personal protective equipment

4

Chain saw safety equipment

4

Inspecting, maintaining and servicing

 

chain saw safety equipment

8

Cutting equipment

10

How to avoid kickback

16

General safety precautions

18

General working instructions

19

What is what?

 

What is what?

24

Assembly

 

Mounting guide bar and chain

25

Fuel handling

 

Fuelmix

26

Fuelling

27

Start and stop

 

Start and stop

28

Maintenance

 

Carburettor

29

Starter device

30

Air filter

31

Spark plug

31

Muffler

31

Adjusting the oil pump

31

Needle bearing maintenance

32

Cooling system

32

Winter use

32

Daily maintenance

33

Weekly maintenance

33

Monthly maintenance

33

Technical data

 

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Contents English Operator´s manualKEY to Symbols Symbols on the chain sawSymbols in the operator’s manual Contents Personal Protective Equipment Safety Instructions3a Starting Chain brake and front hand guardThrottle lock Chain catcherRight hand guard Stop switch Vibration damping systemMuffler Checking the brake trigger Checking brake band wearChecking the front hand guard Checking the inertia brake releaseThrottle lock 5 basic rules Cutting EquipmentSome terms that describe the bar and chain Cutting equipment designed to minimise kickbackBar Saw chainSharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearance General information on sharpening cutting teethSharpening cutting teeth General advice on setting raker clearance Setting the raker clearanceTensioning the chain Lubricating cutting equipment Chain oilFilling with chain oil Lubricating the bar tip sprocket Checking chain lubricationLubricating the clutch drum bearing Checking wear on cutting equipmentWhat is kickback? HOW to Avoid KickbackDo not let go of the handles General rulesGeneral Safety Precautions Basic safety rules Min m10 ft Cutting Basic cutting techniqueGeneral TermsFelling direction Tree felling techniqueSafe distance LimbingFelling Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatCutting trees and branches that are in tension Preparations Freeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident riskCutting the trunk into logs Freeing a Trapped treeWhat is WHAT? Assembly Mounting guide bar and chainFitting a spike bumper Fuelmix Fuel HandlingFuelling Min 3 m10ft Warm engine Start and StopStart Cold engineCarburettor MaintenanceTensioning the recoil spring Starter device assemblyStarter device Changing a broken or worn starter cordMuffler Adjusting the oil pumpAir filter Spark plugCooling system Needle bearing maintenanceTemperature 0oC 32oF or colder Temperature -5oC 23oF or colderMonthly maintenance Weekly maintenance Daily maintenanceTechnical Data 268Bar and chain combinations EC-declaration of conformity Applies to Europe only 2002W02 114 00
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