Husqvarna 1151438-95, 353 EPA III TrioBrake, 345e EPA III manual Cutting

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WORKING TECHNIQUES

Cutting

WARNING! Never attempt to cut logs while

! they are in a pile or when a couple of logs are lying together. Such procedures drastically increase the risk of kickback which can result in a serious or fatal injury.

If you have a pile of logs, each log you attempt to cut should be removed from the pile, placed on a saw horse or runners and cut individually.

Remove the cut pieces from the cutting area. By leaving them in the cutting area, you increase the risk for inadvertently getting a kickback, as well as increasing the risk of losing your balance while working.

The log is lying on the ground. There is little risk of the chain jamming or the object splitting. However there is a risk that the chain will touch the ground when you ﬁnish the cut.

Cut all the way through the log from above. Avoid letting the chain touch the ground as you ﬁnish the cut. Maintain full throttle but be prepared for what might happen.

If it is possible (can you turn the log?) stop cutting about 2/3 of the way through the log.

Turn the log and ﬁnish the cut from the opposite side.

The log is supported at one end. There is a high risk that it will split.

Start by cutting from below (about 1/3 of the way through).

Finish by cutting from above so that the two cuts meet.

The log is supported at both ends. There is a high risk that the chain will jam.

Start by cutting from above (about 1/3 of the way through).

Finish by cutting from below so that the two cuts meet.

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Contents EPA III TrioBrake Symbols in the operator’s manual KEY to SymbolsSymbols on the machine You will ﬁnd the following labels on your chain saw EPAContents Introduction Dear customerWhat is WHAT? What is what on the chain saw?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 Right hand guard Throttle lockoutChain catcher Vibration damping systemMufﬂer Stop switchCutting equipment General rulesSharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge setting Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickbackGeneral advice on adjusting depth gauge setting If the depth gauge setting is too largeBar and cause serious or even fatal injury Adjustment of depth gauge settingTensioning the chain 346XP TrioBrake, 353 TrioBrakeChecking chain lubrication Lubricating cutting equipmentFilling with chain oil Checking wear on cutting equipment Chain drive sprocketNeedle bearing lubrication 346XP TrioBrake, 353 TrioBrake AssemblyFitting the bar and chain 345e TrioBrakeAssembly Fuel Handling FuelTransport and storage Fuel safetyFueling Long-term storageCold engine Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping Warm engineStopping Before use Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques General working instructionsGeneral rules Limbing Basic cutting techniqueTerms Cutting Felling direction Tree felling techniqueSafe distance Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatDirectional cuts Felling cutFreeing a trapped tree General adviceFreeing a tree that has fallen badly Cutting trees and branches that are in tensionCutting the trunk into logs How to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback? General MaintenanceCarburetor adjustment Correctly adjusted carburetor High speed jet HChecking the right-hand brake trigger Checking the brake triggerMufﬂer Tensioning the recoil spring StarterChanging a broken or worn starter cord 345eSpark plug Replacement of broken recoil and drive disc springsAir ﬁlter Fitting the starterLubricating the bar tip sprocket Adjustment of the oil pumpWhen making adjustments Needle bearing lubricationHeated handles Air Injection centrifugal cleaningTemperature 0C 32F or colder Electrical carburetor heatingMaintenance schedule Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenanceTechnical Data Technical data050/1,3 mm Bar and chain combinationsSaw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gauges 058/1,5 mmFederal Emission Control Warranty Statement ObligationsKickback safety precautions American Standard Safety PrecautionsSafety precautions for chain saw users Other safety precautions1151438-95