Husqvarna 345e EPA II, 346XP EPA I, 353 EPA II manual KEY to Symbols, Symbols on the machine

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KEY TO SYMBOLS

Symbols on the machine:

WARNING! Chain saws can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others.

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

Always wear:

Approved protective helmet

• Approved hearing protection

• Protective goggles or a visor

Both of the operators hands must be used to operate the chain saw.

Never operate a chain saw holding it with one hand only.

Never let the guide bar tip come in contact with any object.

WARNING! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, and cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and towards the operator. May cause serious personal injury.

If your machine bears this symbol it is equipped with a catalytic converter.

Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets.

Symbols in the operator’s manual:

Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying out any checks or maintenance.

Always wear approved protective gloves.

Regular cleaning is required.

Visual check.

2 – English

Protective goggles or a visor must be worn.

Refuelling.

Filing with oil and adjusting oil flow.

The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started.

You will find the following labels on your chain saw:

EPA I

EPA II

The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emission Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emissions requirements. Category C = 50 hours, B = 125 hours, and A = 300 hours.

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.

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Contents TrioBrake Symbols in the operator’s manual KEY to SymbolsSymbols on the machine Contents 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 kickbackSharpening cutting teeth General advice on adjusting depth gauge settingAdjustment of depth gauge setting 345e TrioBrake Tensioning the chain346XP TrioBrake, 353 TrioBrake Filling with chain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentChain oil Checking chain lubricationChecking 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 Terms Basic cutting techniqueGeneral Limbing CuttingFelling direction Tree felling techniqueSafe distance Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatFelling Directional cutsFreeing 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 brake trigger Changing a broken or worn starter cord MufflerStarter Fitting the starter Replacement of broken recoil and drive disc springsTensioning the recoil spring Lubricating the bar tip sprocket Air filterSpark plug Needle bearing lubricationCooling system Adjustment of the oil pumpAir Injection centrifugal cleaning Heated handlesTemperature 0C 32F or colder Maintenance schedule Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenanceTechnical Data Technical dataBar and chain combinations Saw chain filing and file gaugesFederal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and ObligationsKickback safety precautions American Standard Safety PrecautionsSafety precautions for chain saw users Other safety precautionsPage 1150389-95 ´z+RF¶5&¨ ´z+RF¶5&¨