Husqvarna 966906738, 966906636, 965084001 General Safety Precautions, Before using a new chain saw

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before using a new chain saw

Please read this manual carefully.

(1) - (113) refer to figures on p. 2-6.

Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See instructions under the heading Assembly.

Refuel and start the chain saw. See the instructions under the headings Fuel Handling and Starting and Stopping.

Do not use the chain saw until sufficient chain oil has reached the chain. See instructions under the heading Cutting equipment.

Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing protection.

WARNING! Under no circumstances may

! the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer. Always use genuine accessories. Non-authorized modifications and/or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others.

WARNING! A chain saw is a dangerous

! tool if used carelessly or incorrectly and can cause serious, even fatal injuries. It is very important that you read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual.

WARNING! The inside of the muffler

! contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these elements in the event of a damaged muffler.

WARNING! Long term inhalation of the

! engine’s exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and dust from sawdust can represent a health risk.

WARNING! This machine produces an

! electromagnetic field during operation. This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this machine.

WARNING! Never allow children to use or

! be in the vicinity of the machine. As the machine is equipped with a spring- loaded stop switch and can be started by low speed and force on the starter handle, even small children under some circumstances can produce the force necessary to start the machine. This can mean a risk of serious personal injury. Therefore remove the spark plug cap when the machine is not under close supervision.

Important

IMPORTANT!

This chain saw for forest service is designed for forest work such as felling, delimbing and cutting.

You should only use the saw with the bar and chain combinations we recommend in the chapter Technical data.

Never use the machine if you are fatigued, while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, medication or anything that could affect your vision, alertness, coordination or judgement.

Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading ”Personal protective equipment”.

Do not modify this product or use it if it appears to have been modified by others.

Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks, maintenance and service instructions described in this manual. Some maintenance and service measures must be carried out by trained and qualified specialists. See instructions under the heading Maintenance.

Never use any accessories other than those recommended in this manual. See instructions under the headings Cutting equipment and Technical data.

CAUTION! Always wear protective glasses or a face visor to reduce the risk of injury from thrown objects. A chain saw is capable of throwing objects, such as wood chips, small pieces of wood, etc, at great force. This can result in serious injury, especially to the eyes.

WARNING! Running an engine in a

! confined or badly ventilated area can result in death due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning.

WARNING! Faulty cutting equipment or

! the wrong combination of bar and saw chain increases the risk of kickback! Only use the bar/saw chain combinations we recommend, and follow the filing instructions. See instructions under the heading Technical data.

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445 445e 450e English 1153136-26 Rev.1 3839 4243 1153136-26 Rev.1 English 102 Symbols in the operator’s manual KEY to SymbolsSymbols on the machine Decompression valve The valveContents Introduction What is what on the chain saw?Dear Customer General Safety Precautions Before using a new chain sawPersonal protective equipment Machine′s safety equipmentAlways use common sense Chain brake and front hand guardChain catcher Stop switchThrottle lockout Vibration damping systemGeneral rules Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingCutting equipment Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickbackTensioning the chain Lubricating cutting equipment Bar 445 AssemblyFitting the bar and chain 445e, 450eFuel Handling FuelTransport and storage Fuel safetyFuelling Long-term storageStarting Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping Cold engineStopping Before use Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques General working instructionsTerms Basic cutting techniqueLimbing Tree felling technique What is kickback? How to avoid kickbackFreeing a tree that has fallen badly Carburettor adjustment MaintenanceGeneral Right hand guard MufflerStarter Replacing the starter cordLubricating the bar tip sprocket Air filterSpark plug Needle bearing lubricationCooling system Air Injection centrifugal cleaningTemperature -5C or colder Winter useMaintenance schedule Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenanceTechnical Data Technical dataBar and chain combinations Saw chain filing and file gaugesEC-declaration of conformity Applies to Europe only EN ISO 12100-22003, Cispr 122005, EN ISOEnglish 1153136-26 Rev.1 1153136-26 Rev.1 English Original instructions 1153136-26