Husqvarna 346XP, 353 manual Throttle lock

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2 Throttle lock

1Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when you release the throttle lock.

2Press the throttle lock and make sure it returns to its original position when you release it.

3Check that the throttle control and throttle lock move freely and that the return springs work properly.

4Start the saw and apply full throttle. Release the throttle control and check that the chain stops and remains stationary. If the chain rotates when the throttle is on idle setting you should check the carburettor idle adjustment. See the section on ”Maintenance”.

3 Chain catcher

Check that the CHAIN CATCHER is not damaged and is firmly attached to the body of the saw.

4 Right hand guard

Check that the right hand guard is not damaged and that there are no visible defects, such as cracks.

5 Vibration damping system

Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or deformation

Make sure the vibration damping units are securely attached to the engine unit and handles.

6 Stop switch

Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you move the stop switch to the stop setting.

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Contents TAC Symbols KEY to SymbolsContents Chain SAW Safety Equipment Safety Instructions3a Starting Chain brake and front hand guardThrottle lock Chain catcherRight hand guard Stop switch Vibration damping systemMuffler Checking brake band wear Checking the right-hand brake triggerChecking the brake trigger Throttle lock 5 basic rules Cutting EquipmentBar Cutting equipment designed to minimise kickbackSaw chain Some terms that describe the bar and chainSharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearance General information on sharpening cutting teethSharpening cutting teeth General advice on setting raker clearance Setting the raker clearanceTensioning the chain Lubricating cutting equipment Chain oilFilling with chain oil Checking chain lubrication Needle bearing maintenanceChecking wear on cutting equipment Lubricating the bar tip sprocketWhat is kickback? HOW to Avoid KickbackDo not let go of the handles General rulesGeneral Safety Precautions General Working Instructions Basic safety rulesMin m 10 ftGeneral Basic cutting techniqueTerms CuttingSafe distance Tree felling techniqueLimbing Felling directionFelling Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatCutting the trunk into logs Freeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident riskFreeing a Trapped tree Cutting trees and branches that are in tension PreparationsWhat is what? What is WHAT?Assembly Mounting guide bar and chainFitting a spike bumper Fuelmix Fuel HandlingChain oil FuellingMin 3 m 10ftStart and stop Start and StopStart StopCarburettor MaintenanceStarter device Starter device assemblyChanging a broken or worn starter cord Tensioning the recoil springNeedle bearing maintenance Air filterSpark plug Muffler Centrifugal cleaning Air Injection Adjustment of the oil pump 346XP/353Cooling system Heated handles 346XPG, 353GMonthly maintenance Weekly maintenance Daily maintenanceTechnical Data 345 TAC346XP TAC Bar Chain Bar and chain combinations2002W42 114 01