Husqvarna 1153176-26 manual

Contents 385XP 385XPG 390XP 390XPG Symbols on the machine KEY to SymbolsSymbols in the operator’s manual Contents Dear Customer IntroductionWhat is what on the chain saw? What is WHAT?Before using a new chain saw General Safety PrecautionsAlways use common sense Personal protective equipment Machine′s safety equipmentChain brake and front hand guard General Safety Precautions Vibration damping system Throttle lockoutChain catcher Right hand guardGeneral rules Stop switchCutting equipment MufflerInjuries Some terms that describe the bar and chain Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickbackBar ChainGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingLubricating cutting equipment Tensioning the chainNeedle bearing lubrication Filling with chain oilChecking chain lubrication Chain drive sprocketChecking wear on cutting equipment Working with the chain AssemblyFitting the bar and chain Fitting a spike bumperFuel Fuel HandlingLong-term storage Fuel safetyFuelling Transport and storageWarm engine Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping Cold engineStopping General working instructions Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques Before useJam. Always stop the engine before cleaning Terms Basic cutting techniqueFelling direction Tree felling techniqueLimbing Safe distanceDirectional cuts Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatFelling cut Freeing a tree that has fallen badlyFreeing a trapped tree Cutting trees and branches that are in tension How to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback? General adviceCutting the trunk into logs Carburettor adjustment MaintenanceGeneral Carburettor without movement limiters Recommended engine speeds are as follows Checking the inertia brake release When the bar hits the stump the brake should be appliedChecking brake band wear Checking the front hand guardImmediately Checking the brake triggerMuffler Changing a broken recoil spring StarterChanging a broken or worn starter cord Tensioning the recoil springMust always be replaced Air filterSpark plug Fitting the starterCooling system Adjustment of the oil pumpLubricating the bar tip sprocket Needle bearing lubricationHeated handles Air Injection centrifugal cleaningTemperature 0C or colder Winter useDaily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance schedule Technical data Technical DataSaw chain filing and file gauges Bar and chain combinationsApplies to Europe only EC-declaration of conformityPage Original instructions 1153176-26