Husqvarna 965168601, 965167936, 965167501 manual 435 435e 440e, English

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Operator′s manual

435 435e 440e

Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.

English

115 10 82-26 Rev.2 2008-06-03

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Contents English 435 435e 440eSymbols on the machine KEY to SymbolsSymbols in the operator’s manual Contents Dear Customer IntroductionWhat is what on the chain saw? What is WHAT?Before using a new chain saw General Safety PrecautionsAlways use common sense Machine′s safety equipmentPersonal protective equipment Chain brake and front hand guardGeneral Safety Precautions Chain catcher Throttle lockoutRight hand guard Stop switchVibration damping system MufﬂerGeneral rules Cutting equipmentCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback General information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingTensioning the chain 435e, 440e 435Which could lead to serious, even fatal injuries Chain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentFilling with chain oil Checking chain lubricationNeedle bearing lubrication Chain drive sprocketChecking wear on cutting equipment Fitting the bar and chain Assembly435 435e, 440eFitting a spike bumper Fuel Fuel HandlingFuelling Fuel safetyTransport and storage Long-term storageStarting and stopping Starting and StoppingStarting Stopping Working Techniques Basic safety rulesBefore use General working instructionsGeneral rules Terms Basic cutting techniqueLimbing Tree felling techniqueSafe distance Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Felling directionDirectional cuts Felling cut Freeing a tree that has fallen badly General adviceFreeing a trapped tree Cutting trees and branches that are in tensionWhat is kickback? How to avoid kickbackCutting the trunk into logs Carburettor adjustment MaintenanceGeneral Immediately Checking the inertia brake releaseMufﬂer Replacing the starter cord StarterTensioning the recoil spring Replacing the return and drive springs Air ﬁlterFitting the starter Lubricating the bar tip sprocket Spark plugNeedle bearing lubrication Cooling systemTemperature -5C or colder Air Injection centrifugal cleaningWinter use Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical DataSaw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gauges Bar and chain combinationsApplies to Europe only EC-declaration of conformityEN ISO 12100-22003, Cispr 122005, EN ISO ´z+S6¶68¨ Page 1151082-26