Husqvarna 1153177-26 manual Cutting the trunk into logs

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WORKING TECHNIQUES

Kickback always occurs in the cutting plane of the bar. Normally the chain saw and bar are thrown backwards and upwards towards the user. However, the chain saw may move in a different direction depending on the way it was being used when the kickback zone of the bar touched the object.

Kickback only occurs if the kickback zone of the bar touches an object.

Limbing

WARNING! A majority of kickback

! accidents occur during limbing. Do not use the kickback zone of the guide bar. Be extremely cautious and avoid contacting the log, other limbs or objects with the nose of the guide bar. Be extremely cautious of limbs under tension. They can spring back toward you and cause loss of control resulting in injury.

Make sure that you can stand and move about safely. Work on the left side of the trunk. Work as close as possible to the chain saw for maximum control. If possible, let the weight of the chain saw rest on the trunk.

Keep the trunk between you and the chain saw as you move along the trunk.

Cutting the trunk into logs

See instructions under the heading Basic cutting technique.

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Contents 395XP, 395XPG Symbols on the machine KEY to SymbolsSymbols in the operator’s manual Contents Introduction Dear CustomerWhat is WHAT? What is what on the chain saw?General Safety Precautions Before using a new chain sawMachine′s safety equipment Always use common sensePersonal protective equipment Chain brake and front hand guardGeneral Safety Precautions Chain catcher Throttle lockoutRight hand guard Stop switch Cutting equipmentVibration damping system MufﬂerCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge setting General information on sharpening cutting teethSharpening instructions considerably Increases the risk of kickbackGeneral advice on adjusting depth gauge setting Adjustment of depth gauge settingTensioning the chain Too largeLubricating cutting equipment Which could lead to serious, even fatal injuries Chain oilFilling with chain oil Checking chain lubricationChain drive sprocket Needle bearing lubricationChecking wear on cutting equipment OperatorAssembly Fitting the bar and chainFitting a spike bumper Working with the chainFuel Handling FuelFuel safety FuellingTransport and storage Long-term storageStarting and Stopping Starting and stoppingCold engine Warm engineStopping Basic safety rules Working TechniquesBefore use General working instructionsJam. Always stop the engine before cleaning Basic cutting technique Not safely controlled with one handHandles with both hands GeneralProcedures drastically increase the risk LimbingLogs are lying together. Such Or fatal injuryTree felling technique Safe distanceFelling direction Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatDirectional cuts Felling cutWhat is kickback? How to avoid kickbackFreeing a tree that has fallen badly Cutting the trunk into logs Carburettor adjustment MaintenanceCarburettor with movement limiters Carburettor without movement limiters Recommended engine speeds are as follows Checking brake band wear Checking the front hand guardChecking the inertia brake release ImmediatelyMufﬂer Tensioning the recoil spring Changing a broken or worn starter cordChanging a broken recoil spring Air ﬁlter Spark plugLubricating the bar tip sprocket Fitting the starterAdjustment of the oil pump Air Injection centrifugal cleaningNeedle bearing lubrication Cooling systemWinter use Heated handlesMaintenance schedule Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenanceTechnical Data Technical dataBar and chain combinations Saw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gaugesApplies to Europe only EC-declaration of conformityEN ISO 12100-22003, Cispr 122005, EN ISO Page Original instructions 1153177-26