Husqvarna 55 Rancher manual Cutting Equipment, basic rules

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

7 Muffler

Never use a chain saw that has a faulty muffler.

Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the chain saw.

If the muffler on your saw is fitted with a spark arrestor mesh this must be cleaned regularly. A blocked mesh will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious damage.

Never use a muffler if the spark arrestor mesh is missing or defective.

NEVER USE A CHAIN SAW WITH FAULTY SAFETY EQUIPMENT. CARRY OUT THE CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE MEASURES DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION. IF YOUR CHAIN SAW FAILS ANY OF THESE CHECKS CONTACT YOUR SERVICE AGENT TO GET IT REPAIRED.

CUTTING EQUIPMENT

This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipment in order to:

•Reduce the risk of kickback.

•Reduce the risk of the chain breaking or jumping.

•Obtain maximum cutting performance.

•Extend the life of cutting equipment.

The 5 basic rules

1 Only use cutting equipment recommended by us! See the ”Technical data” section.

2Keep the chain cutting teeth properly sharpened! Follow our instructions and use the recommended file gauge. A damaged or badly sharpened chain increases the risk of accidents.

3 Maintain the correct raker clearance! Follow our instructions and use the recommended raker gauge. Too large a clearance increases the risk of kickback.

4Keep the chain properly

tesioned! If the chain is slack it is more likely to jump off and lead to increased wear on the bar, chain and drive sprocket.

5Keep cutting equipment well lubricated and properly maintained!

A poorly lubricated chain is more likely to break and lead to increased wear on the bar, chain and drive sprocket.

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Contents Rancher KEY to Symbols SymbolsContents Chain SAW Safety Equipment Safety InstructionsPersonal Protective Equipment Chain brake and front hand guard 3a StartingChain catcher Throttle lockRight hand guard Vibration damping system Stop switchMuffler Checking the inertia brake release Checking brake band wearChecking the front hand guard Checking the brake triggerThrottle lock Cutting Equipment 5 basic rulesSaw chain Cutting equipment designed to minimise kickbackBar Some terms that describe the bar and chainSharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearanceGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Risk of kickback is increased with a badly sharpened chainSetting the raker clearance General advice on setting raker clearanceTensioning the chain Filling with chain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentChain oil Never use waste oilLubricating the bar tip sprocket Checking chain lubrication Needle bearing maintenanceChecking wear on cutting equipment Chain drive sprocketHOW to Avoid Kickback What is kickback?Do not let go of the handles General rulesNever use the saw one- handed Min m General Safety Precautions10 ft Basic safety rules General Working InstructionsTerms Basic cutting techniqueGeneral CuttingLimbing Tree felling techniqueSafe distance Felling directionClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat FellingCutting the trunk into logs General adviceFreeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident risk Freeing a Trapped treeWhat is WHAT? Assembly Mounting guide bar and chainFuel Handling FuelmixMin 3 m Fuelling10ft Stop Start and StopStart Cold engineMaintenance CarburetorChanging a broken or worn starter cord Starter device assemblyStarter device Tensioning the recoil springMuffler Needle bearing maintenanceAir filter Spark plugTemperature -5C or colder Centrifugal cleaning Air InjectionTemperature 0C or colder Cooling systemWeekly maintenance Daily maintenance Monthly maintenanceTechnical Data Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights Obligations114 01 2002W16