Husqvarna 1151439-95 manual Working Techniques, General rules, Do not let go of the handles

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Do not let go of the handles!

WORKING TECHNIQUES

7Take great care when cutting a tree that is under tension. A tree that is under tension may spring back to its normal position before or after being cut. If you position yourself incorrectly or make the cut in the wrong place the tree may hit you or the machine and cause you to lose control. Both situations can cause serious personal injury.

8Before moving your chain saw switch off the engine and lock the chain using the chain brake. Carry the chain saw with the bar and chain pointing backwards. Fit a guard to the bar before transporting the chain saw or carrying it for any distance.

9When you put the chain saw on the ground, lock the saw chain using the chain brake and ensure you have a constant view of the machine. Switch the engine off before leaving your chain saw for any length of time.

General rules

1If you understand what kickback is and how it happens then you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. By being prepared you reduce the risk. Kickback is usually quite mild, but it can sometimes be very sudden and violent.

2Always hold the chain saw firmly with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around the handles. You should use this grip whether you are right-handed or left- handed. This grip minimizes the effect of kickback and lets you keep the chain saw under control.

3A single-handed grip may be used, but only by persons who are trained and have knowledge of tree maintenance work using a chain saw, both above and on the ground.

Do not let go of the handles!

4Most kickback accidents happen during limbing. Make sure you are standing firmly and that there is nothing in the way that might make you trip or lose your balance.

Lack of concentration can lead to kickback if the kickback zone of the bar accidentally touches a branch, nearby tree or some other object.

Have control over the workpiece. If the pieces you intend to cut are small and light, they can jam in the saw chain and be thrown towards you. Even if this does not need to be a danger, you may be surprised and lose control of the saw. Never saw stacked logs or branches without first separating them. Only saw one log or one piece at a time. Remove the cut pieces to keep your working area safe.

5Never use the chain saw above shoulder height and avoid cutting with the tip of the bar. Never use the chain saw one-handed!

6Always use a fast cutting speed, i.e. full throttle.

7If you have to cut branches or the like that are above shoulder height, a working platform or scaffold tower is recommended.

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Contents 338XPT California Operator’s manual EPA III, CARBEnglish KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machineSymbols in the operator’s manual Contents CONTENTSDear customer INTRODUCTIONWhat is what on the chain saw? WHAT IS WHAT?GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before using a new chain sawAlways use common sense Machine′s safety equipment Personal protective equipmentChain brake and front hand guard Will my hand always activate the chain brake during a kickback? Throttle lock Stop switchChain catcher Vibration damping systemMuffler Cutting equipmentGeneral rules Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickbackGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingWARNING! Departure from the sharpening instructions considerably increases the risk of kickbackAdjustment of depth gauge setting General advice on adjusting depth gauge settingTensioning the chain Sharpening cutting teethChain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentFilling with chain oil Checking chain lubricationChain drive sprocket Checking wear on cutting equipmentThe clutch drum is fitted with one of the following drive sprockets Fitting the bar and chain ASSEMBLYFuel FUEL HANDLINGGasoline Two-stroke oilFueling Fuel safetyTransport and storage Long-term storageStarting and stopping STARTING AND STOPPINGCold engine Warm engineStopping WORKING TECHNIQUES Basic safety rulesBefore use General working instructionsDo not let go of the handles General Basic cutting techniqueTerms CuttingLimbing Felling technique for tree topsSafe distance Felling directionWARNING! During critical felling operations FellingDirectional cuts Felling cutGeneral advice Freeing a tree that has fallen badlyCutting trees and branches that are in tension How to avoid kickback What is kickback?Cutting the trunk into logs Carburetor adjustment MAINTENANCEBasic settings and running in Fine adjustmentHigh speed jet H Correctly adjusted carburetorChecking brake band wear Checking the front hand guardStop switch Muffler StarterChanging a broken or worn starter cord Spark plug Air filterTensioning the recoil spring Changing a broken recoil springAdjustment of the oil pump Lubricating the bar tip sprocketCooling system Daily maintenance Maintenance scheduleWeekly maintenance Monthly maintenanceTechnical data TECHNICAL DATARecommended original and replacement bar and chain combinations Bar and chain combinations, model 338XPT CaliforniaSaw chain filing and file gauges MANUFACTURER′S WARRANTY COVERAGE YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONSOWNER′S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATESafety precautions for chain saw users AMERICAN STANDARD SAFETY PRECAUTIONSKickback safety precautions Other safety precautionsPage Page 1151439-95 ´z+SK¶5C¨ ´z+SK¶5C¨
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