Husqvarna 335XPT manual General rules, Do not let go of the handles

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General rules

WARNING!

In order to keep control of your saw always maintain a firm foothold. Never work on a ladder or any other insecure support. Never work in a tree unless you have specific, professional training for such work, are properly secured (such as tackle and harness system or a life buckel), have both hands free for operating the chain saw in a cramped environment and have taken proper precautions to avoid injury from falling limbs or branches.

Position the chain saw in such a way that your body is clear of the cutting attachment whenever the engine is running. Stand to the left of the plane of the cutting attachment.

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 saw firmly with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle.

Wrap your fingers and thumb around the hand-

les. You should use this grip whether you are right-handed or left- handed. This grip minimises the effect of kickback and lets you keep the saw under control.

Do not let go of the handles!

3 Most 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.

4 Never use the saw above shoulder height and do not cut with the tip of the bar.

Never use the saw one- handed!

If you have to saw tree limbs or the like that are above shoulder heigth, stand on a work platform or a work stand. Never saw while standing on a ladder.

5Always use a fast cutting speed, i.e. full throttle.

6Take great care when you cut with the top edge of

the bar, i.e. when cutting from the underside of the object. This is known as cutting on the push stroke. The chain tries to push the saw back towards the user.

Unless the user resists this pushing force there is a risk that the saw will move so far backwards that only the kickback zone of the bar is in contact with the tree. This will cause kickback.

Cutting with the bottom edge of the bar, i.e. from the top of the object downwards, is known as cutting on the pull stroke. In this case the saw pulls itself towards the tree and the front edge of the saw provides a natural rest when cutting. Cutting on the pull stroke gives you better control over the saw and the position of the kickback zone.

7Follow the instructions on sharpening and maintaining your bar and chain. When you replace the bar and chain use only combinations that are recommended by us. See the sections on ”Cutting equipment” and ”Technical data”.

The risk of kickback is increased if you use the wrong cutting equipment or a chain that is not sharpened correctly. The wrong combination of bar and chain can increase the risk of kickback!

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Contents 335XPT California Symbols KEY to SymbolsContents Personal Protective Equipment Safety InstructionsChain SAW Safety Equipment Chain brake and front hand guard Chain catcher Throttle lockMuffler Stop switchVibration damping system Checking the brake trigger Checking brake band wearChecking the front hand guard Throttle lock 5 basic rules Cutting EquipmentBar Cutting equipment designed to minimise kickbackSaw chain Some terms that describe the bar and chainSharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearanceGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Tensioning the chain General advice on setting raker clearanceSetting the raker clearance Filling with chain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentChain oil Chain drive sprocket Lubricating the bar tip sprocketWhat is kickback? HOW to Avoid KickbackDo not let go of the handles General rules10 ft General Safety PrecautionsMin m General Working Instructions Basic safety rulesGeneral 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? Mounting guide bar and chain AssemblyFuelmix Fuel HandlingGasoline Two-stroke oilChain oil FuellingMin 3 m 10ftCold engine Start and StopWarm engine StartCarburetor MaintenanceStarter device Starter device assemblyChanging a broken or worn starter cord Tensioning the recoil springSpark plug Air filterMuffler Cooling system Adjustment of the oil pumpDaily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance For U.S. only Technical Data335XPT Obligations Emission Control Warranty StatementYour Warranty Rights 2001W06

335XPT specifications

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The ergonomic handle design provides a comfortable grip, reducing fatigue during extended use. The chainsaw also boasts a fuel pump that facilitates easy starts, even in cold conditions, ensuring that users can rely on it during critical jobs.

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