Husqvarna 353G General Safety Precautions, Before using a new chain saw, Always use common sense

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before using a new chain saw

•Please read this manual carefully.

•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 Lubricating cutting equipment.

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

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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. Your

 

warranty may not cover damage or

 

liability caused by the use of non-

 

authorized accessories or replacement

 

parts.

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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.

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WARNING! The inside of the muffler

contain chemicals that may be

 

 

carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these

 

elements in the event of a damaged

 

muffler.

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WARNING! Long term inhalation of the

engine’s exhaust fumes, chain oil mist

 

 

and dust from sawdust can represent a

 

health risk.

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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.

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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.

Always use common sense

It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can face when using a chain saw. Always exercise care and use your common sense. Avoid all situations which you consider to be beyond your capability. If you still feel uncertain about operating procedures after reading these instructions, you should consult an expert before continuing. Do not hesitate to contact your dealer or us if you have any questions about the use of the chain saw.

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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?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 lockoutVibration damping system Stop switchCutting equipment Right hand guardChain General rulesCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback BarSharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Increases the risk of kickbackLarge General advice on adjusting depth gauge settingAdjustment of depth gauge setting Tensioning the chainLubricating cutting equipment Checking wear on cutting equipment When the chain touches the operatorChain drive sprocket Needle bearing lubricationFitting the bar and chain AssemblyWorking with the chain Fuel Fuel HandlingLong-term storage Fuel safetyFueling Transport and storageWarm engine Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping Cold engineRisk StoppingGeneral working instructions Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques Before useCleaning Clutch cover causing the chain toJam. Always stop the engine before Terms Basic cutting techniqueLimbing Safe distance Tree felling techniqueLogs are lying together. Such Or fatal injuryYour saw Felling directionClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Training we advise you not to fell treesFelling cut Directional cutsWhat is kickback? How to avoid kickbackFreeing a tree that has fallen badly Cutting the trunk into logs Carburetor adjustment MaintenanceGeneral High speed jet H Correctly adjusted carburetorChecking the brake trigger Muffler Changing a broken or worn starter cord StarterTensioning the recoil spring Fitting the starter Replacement of broken recoil and drive disc springsAir filter Spark plugNeedle bearing lubrication Adjustment of the oil pumpWhen making adjustments Lubricating the bar tip sprocketElectrical carburetor heating Air Injection centrifugal cleaningTemperature 0C 32F or colder Heated handlesDaily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical Data058/1,5 mm Bar and chain combinationsSaw chain filing and file gauges 050/1,3 mmYour Warranty Rights and Obligations Federal Emission Control Warranty StatementOther safety precautions American Standard Safety PrecautionsSafety precautions for chain saw users Kickback safety precautionsPage Original instructions 1153178-95
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