Husqvarna manual 115 13 81-26 Rev.3

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

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Contents 445 445e 450e 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 PrecautionsChain brake and front hand guard Machine′s safety equipmentAlways use common sense Personal protective equipmentGeneral Safety Precautions Chain catcher Throttle lockoutMufﬂer Stop switchRight hand guard Vibration damping systemGeneral rules Cutting equipmentCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback General information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingTensioning the chain 445e, 450e 445Checking chain lubrication Lubricating cutting equipmentWhich could lead to serious, even fatal injuries Chain oil Filling with chain oilNeedle bearing lubrication Chain drive sprocketChecking wear on cutting equipment 445e, 450e AssemblyFitting the bar and chain 445Fitting a spike bumper Fuel Fuel HandlingLong-term storage Fuel safetyFuelling Transport and storageCold engine Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping StartingStopping General working instructions Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques Before useGeneral rules Terms Basic cutting techniqueSafe distance Tree felling techniqueLimbing Log is supported at one end. There is a high riskClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Felling directionDirectional cuts Felling cut What is kickback? How to avoid kickbackFreeing a tree that has fallen badly Cutting the trunk into logs Carburettor adjustment MaintenanceGeneral Immediately Checking the inertia brake releaseMufﬂer Replacing the starter cord StarterTensioning the recoil spring Replacing the return and drive springs Air ﬁlterFitting the starter Cooling system Spark plugLubricating the bar tip sprocket Needle bearing lubricationTemperature -5C or colder Air Injection centrifugal cleaningWinter use Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical DataSaw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gauges Bar and chain combinationsApplies to Europe only EC-declaration of conformityEN ISO 12100-22003, Cispr 122005, EN ISO ´z+SF,¶6+¨ 115 13 81-26 Rev.3 1151381-26