Husqvarna 61, 268, 272XP manual KEY to Symbols, Symbols on the chain saw

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KEY TO SYMBOLS

Symbols on the chain saw:

CAUTION! Chain saws can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others.

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

Always wear:

•Approved protective helmet

•Approved hearing protection

• Protective glasses or visor

This product is in accordance with applicable CE directives.

Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets.

Symbols in the operator’s manual:

Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying out any checks or maintenance.

Always wear approved protective gloves.

Regular cleaning is required.

Visual check.

Protective glasses or a visor must be worn.

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Contents 61/268/272XP 101 91Symbols in the operator’s manual KEY to SymbolsSymbols on the chain saw Contents Safety Instructions Personal Protective EquipmentChain brake and front hand guard Right hand guard Throttle lockChain catcher Muffler Stop switchVibration damping system 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 Tensioning the chain General advice on setting raker clearanceSetting the raker clearance Filling with chain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentChain oil Checking wear on cutting equipment Checking chain lubricationLubricating the clutch drum bearing Lubricating the bar tip sprocketHOW to Avoid Kickback What is kickback?General rules Do not let go of the handlesMin m 10 ftBasic safety rules General Working InstructionsTerms Basic cutting techniqueGeneral CuttingLimbing Tree felling techniqueSafe distance Felling directionClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat FellingFreeing a Trapped tree Freeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident riskCutting the trunk into logs Cutting trees and branches that are in tension PreparationsWhat is WHAT? Fitting a spike bumper AssemblyMounting guide bar and chain Fuel Handling Fuelmix10ft FuellingMin 3 m Cold engine Start and StopStart Warm engineMaintenance CarburettorChanging a broken or worn starter cord Starter device assemblyStarter device Tensioning the recoil springSpark plug Adjusting the oil pumpAir filter MufflerTemperature -5oC 23oF or colder Needle bearing maintenance Winter useTemperature 0oC 32oF or colder Cooling systemWeekly maintenance Daily maintenance Monthly maintenanceBar and chain combinations Technical Data268 272XP EU declaration of conformity Only applies to Europe English 38´*33¶6\¨ English ´*33¶6\¨