Husqvarna 61, 268, 272XP manual 61/268/272XP, 101 91

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61/268/272XP

Operator´s manual

Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the saw.

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Contents 101 91 61/268/272XPSymbols on the chain saw KEY to SymbolsSymbols in the operator’s manual Contents Personal Protective Equipment Safety InstructionsChain brake and front hand guard Chain catcher Throttle lockRight hand guard Vibration damping system Stop switchMuffler Checking the front hand guard Checking brake band wearChecking the inertia brake release Checking the brake triggerThrottle lock 5 basic rules Cutting EquipmentBar Cutting equipment designed to minimise kickbackSaw chain Some terms that describe the bar and chainGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearanceSharpening cutting teeth Setting the raker clearance General advice on setting raker clearanceTensioning the chain Chain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentFilling with chain oil Lubricating the clutch drum bearing Checking chain lubricationChecking wear on cutting equipment Lubricating the bar tip sprocketWhat is kickback? HOW to Avoid KickbackDo not let go of the handles General rules10 ft Min mGeneral Working Instructions Basic safety rulesGeneral Basic cutting techniqueTerms CuttingSafe distance Tree felling techniqueLimbing Felling directionFelling Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatCutting the trunk into logs Freeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident riskFreeing a Trapped tree Cutting trees and branches that are in tension PreparationsWhat is WHAT? Mounting guide bar and chain AssemblyFitting a spike bumper Fuelmix Fuel HandlingMin 3 m Fuelling10ft Start Start and StopCold engine Warm engineCarburettor MaintenanceStarter device Starter device assemblyChanging a broken or worn starter cord Tensioning the recoil springAir filter Adjusting the oil pumpSpark plug MufflerTemperature 0oC 32oF or colder Needle bearing maintenance Winter useTemperature -5oC 23oF or colder Cooling systemMonthly maintenance Weekly maintenance Daily maintenance268 Technical DataBar and chain combinations 272XP EU declaration of conformity Only applies to Europe English 38´*33¶6\¨ English ´*33¶6\¨