Husqvarna 353 E-tech, 353G E-tech, 346XPG E-tech manual Limbing, 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

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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 Operator’s manual Symbols on the machine KEY to SymbolsEPA Symbols in the operator’s manualContents Dear customer IntroductionWhat is what on the chain saw? What is WHAT?Always use common sense General Safety PrecautionsBefore using a new chain saw Chain brake and front hand guard Machine′s safety equipmentPersonal protective equipment General Safety Precautions Chain catcher Throttle lockoutCutting equipment Stop switchRight hand guard Vibration damping systemCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback General rulesBar ChainGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingIncreases the risk of kickback Sharpening cutting teethAdjustment of depth gauge setting General advice on adjusting depth gauge settingTensioning the chain LargeLubricating cutting equipment Chain drive sprocket When the chain touches the operatorNeedle bearing lubrication Checking wear on cutting equipmentWorking with the chain AssemblyFitting the bar and chain Fuel Fuel HandlingFueling Fuel safetyTransport and storage Long-term storageStarting and stopping Starting and StoppingCold engine Warm engineRisk StoppingWorking Techniques Basic safety rulesBefore use General working instructionsJam. Always stop the engine before Clutch cover causing the chain toCleaning Limbing Basic cutting techniqueTerms Logs are lying together. Such Tree felling techniqueOr fatal injury Safe distanceClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Felling directionTraining we advise you not to fell trees Your sawFelling cut Directional cutsFreeing a tree that has fallen badly How to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback? Cutting the trunk into logs General MaintenanceCarburetor adjustment High speed jet H Correctly adjusted carburetorChecking the brake trigger Mufﬂer Tensioning the recoil spring StarterChanging a broken or worn starter cord Air ﬁlter Replacement of broken recoil and drive disc springsSpark plug Fitting the starterWhen making adjustments Adjustment of the oil pumpLubricating the bar tip sprocket Needle bearing lubricationTemperature 0C 32F or colder Air Injection centrifugal cleaningHeated handles Electrical carburetor heatingDaily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical DataSaw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gauges Bar and chain combinations050/1,3 mm 058/1,5 mmYour 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 1153178-95