Husqvarna 115 13 81-26 KEY to Symbols, Symbols on the machine, Symbols in the operator’s manual

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KEY TO SYMBOLS

Symbols on the machine:

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

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

Always wear:

Approved protective helmet

• Approved hearing protection

• Protective goggles or a visor

This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives.

Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community’s Directive. The machine’s emission is specified in chapter Technical data and on label.

Both of the operators hands must be used to operate the chain saw.

Never operate a chain saw holding it with one hand only.

Contact of the guide bar tip with any object must be avoided.

WARNING! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, and cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and towards the operator. May cause serious personal injury.

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

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Symbols in the operator’s manual:

Switch off the engine before

carrying out any checks or maintenance. CAUTION! The

start/stop switch automatically

returns to run position. In order to prevent unintentional starting, the

spark plug cap must be removed from the spark plug when assembling, checking and/or performing maintenance.

Always wear approved protective gloves.

Regular cleaning is required.

Visual check.

Protective goggles or a visor must be worn.

Refuelling.

Filling with oil and adjusting oil flow.

The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started.

WARNING! Kickback may occur when

the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, and cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and towards the operator. May cause serious personal injury.

115 13 81-26 Rev.3 2009-01-14

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Contents 445 445e 450e Symbols in the operator’s manual KEY to SymbolsSymbols on the machine Contents Introduction Dear CustomerWhat is WHAT? What is what on the chain saw?General Safety Precautions Before using a new chain sawPersonal protective equipment Machine′s safety equipmentAlways use common sense Chain brake and front hand guardGeneral Safety Precautions Throttle lockout Chain catcherVibration damping system Stop switchRight hand guard MufflerCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback Cutting equipmentGeneral rules Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge setting General information on sharpening cutting teethTensioning the chain 445 445e, 450eFilling with chain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentWhich could lead to serious, even fatal injuries Chain oil Checking chain lubricationChecking wear on cutting equipment Chain drive sprocketNeedle bearing lubrication 445 AssemblyFitting the bar and chain 445e, 450eFitting a spike bumper Fuel Handling FuelTransport and storage Fuel safetyFuelling Long-term storageStarting Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping Cold engineStopping Before use Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques General working instructionsGeneral rules Basic cutting technique TermsLog is supported at one end. There is a high risk Tree felling techniqueLimbing Safe distanceDirectional cuts Felling directionClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Felling cut Freeing a tree that has fallen badly How to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback? Cutting the trunk into logs General MaintenanceCarburettor adjustment Checking the inertia brake release ImmediatelyMuffler Tensioning the recoil spring StarterReplacing the starter cord Fitting the starter Air filterReplacing the return and drive springs Needle bearing lubrication Spark plugLubricating the bar tip sprocket Cooling systemWinter use Air Injection centrifugal cleaningTemperature -5C or colder Maintenance schedule Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenanceTechnical Data Technical dataBar and chain combinations Saw chain filing and file gaugesEN ISO 12100-22003, Cispr 122005, EN ISO EC-declaration of conformityApplies to Europe only ´z+SF,¶6+¨ 115 13 81-26 Rev.3 1151381-26