Husqvarna 23 COMPACT manual Maintain Your SAW in Good Working Order, Handle Fuel with CdJrJTlON

Lookforthis symbol A to point out impor- tant safety precautions. It means: Attention! Become alert! Your safety is invofved.

A WARNING: Always disconnect spark lug wire when making repairs except car-

1uretor adjustments.

Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood- cuttingtool, specialsafetyprecautionsmust be observed to reduce risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious injury.

PLAN AHEAD

•Restrictthe use of your saw to adult us-

ers who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operat- ing instructrons found in this manual.

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Wear protective gear. Always use steel- toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye rotection such as non-fogging, vente CPgo gles or face screen; an approved saBety hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Users should have hearing checked regularfy as chain saw noise can damage hear- ing. Secure hair above shoulder length. Keep all parts of your body away from the chain when the engine is running.

Keep children, bystanders, and ani- mals a minimum of 30 feet (10 Meters) away from work area or when starting. Do not handle or operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in good physi- cal condition and mentally alert. If you have any condition that might be aggra- vated by strenuous work, check wfth

our doctor.

Y;o not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and, if you are felling a retreat path.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

•Do not operate with one hand as seri- ous injury to the operator, helpers; by-

standers may resutt. A chain saw is in- tended for two-handed use..

~o~;$~nly in a well-venMated out-

Do not operate from a ladder or in a tree, unless you are specifically trained. Make sure the chain will not make con- tact with any object while starting the engine. Never try to start the saw when theguide barisinacut

Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut Applying pressure can cause you to lose control when the cut is completed.

Stop engine before setting saw down. Do not operate a chain saw that is dam-

aed improperly adjusted, or not com- paetely and securely assembled. Ai.- ways replace handguard immediately rf ft becomes damaged, broken or is otherwise removed.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER

Have all chain saw service performed by a qualified setice dealer with the ex- ception of the items listed in the mainte- nance section of this manual. For ex- ample, if impro et tools are used to remove or hold t! e flywheel when sew- icin the clutch, structural damage to

p !i yw$girs occur and cause the

rx”t’ake certain the-saw chain stops mov-

ingwhenthefhrottletri~ erisreleased. For correction, refer to 8 arburetor Ad- ustments.’

kee p the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture.

With the engine stopped, hand carry the chain saw with muffler away from your body, and guide bar and chain to the rear, and covered with a scabbard. Keep caps and fasteners securefytight- ened. .

Never modii your saw in any way. Use only Husqvarna accessories and re- placement parts as recommended.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CdJrJTlON

Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the saw.

Efiminate all sources of sparks or flame in areas where fuel is mixed or poured. Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area and use an approved, marked fuel con- tainer. Wipe up all fuel spills.

Move at least 10 feet (3 mete?) from fueling site before starbng engne.

Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a

non-combustible area, not on dry leaves, straw, paper, etc. Slowly re move fuel cap and refuel unit.

Store the unit in a cool, dry well-venti- lated space where fuel vapors cannot reach sp&s or open flames from water tte~t~se;;ectnc motors or switches, fur-

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