Husqvarna 1153163-95 manual 346XP, 346XPG, 346XP Tech 353, 353G, English

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Operator’s manual

346XP, 346XPG, 346XP	E-tech
346XPG	E-tech
353, 353G, 353	E-tech
353G	E-tech

Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.	English

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Contents English 346XP, 346XPG, 346XP Tech 353, 353GSymbols on the machine KEY to SymbolsSymbols in the operator’s manual EPA 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 Chain catcher Throttle lockoutRight hand guard Vibration damping systemCutting equipment Stop switchMufﬂer General rulesBar Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickbackChain General information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingTensioning the chain Lubricating cutting equipment Checking wear on cutting equipment Needle bearing lubricationFitting the bar and chain AssemblyWorking with the chain Fuel Fuel HandlingFueling Fuel safetyTransport and storage Long-term storageStarting and stopping Starting and StoppingCold engine Warm engineStopping Working Techniques Basic safety rulesBefore use General working instructionsCleaning Clutch cover causing the chain toJam. Always stop the engine before Terms Basic cutting techniqueLimbing Safe distance Tree felling techniqueFelling direction Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatFelling cut Directional cutsFreeing a tree that has fallen badly General adviceFreeing a trapped tree Cutting trees and branches that are in tensionWhat is kickback? How to avoid kickbackCarburetor adjustment MaintenanceGeneral High speed jet H Correctly adjusted carburetorChecking the brake trigger Starter MufﬂerChanging a broken or worn starter cord Tensioning the recoil spring Air ﬁlterChanging a broken recoil spring Fitting the starterSpark plug Adjustment of the oil pumpLubricating the bar tip sprocket Needle bearing lubricationTemperature 0C 32F or colder Air Injection centrifugal cleaningWhen making adjustments Cooling systemElectrical carburetor heating Heated handles346XPG, 353G Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical DataSaw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gauges Bar and chain combinationsRecommended cutting equipment for Canada 050Your Warranty Rights and Obligations Federal Emission Control Warranty StatementSafety precautions for chain saw users American Standard Safety PrecautionsKickback safety precautions Other safety precautionsPage Original instructions 1153163-95

346XP, 346XPG, 346XP

E-tech

353, 353G, 353

English