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Husqvarna 288XP/XP lite manual 288XP/XP Lite, Operators manual EPA, 101 90

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288XP/XP Lite

Operator's manual (EPA)

Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the saw.

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Husqvarna 288XP/XP lite manual 288XP/XP Lite, Operators manual EPA, 101 90

Contents

Operators manual EPA 288XP/XP Lite101 90 Symbols KEY TO SYMBOLSContents CONTENTSCHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSPERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 1 Chain brake and front hand guard SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS2 Throttle lock SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS3 Chain catcher 4 Right hand guard6 Stop switch SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS5 Vibration damping system 7 MufflerInspecting, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen the bar hits the stump the brake should be applied 1 Chain brake and front hand guard6 Stop switch SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS2 Throttle lock 3 Chain catcher7 Muffler SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThe 5 basic rules Reduce the risk of kickback1 Cutting equipment designed to minimise kickback SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSA Bar B Saw chain2 Sharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearance SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThe following faults will increase the risk of A General information on sharpening cutting teethC General advice on setting raker clearance SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSD Setting the raker clearance 3 Tensioning the chain4 Lubricating cutting equipment SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSA Chain oil B Filling with chain oilC Checking chain lubrication SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSE Lubricating the clutch drum bearing F Checking wear on cutting equipmentHOW TO AVOID KICKBACK SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhat is kickback? MOST CHAIN SAW ACCIDENTS HAPPEN WHEN THE CHAIN TOUCHES THE OPERATORGeneral rules SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSDo not let go of the handles Never use the saw one- handed”Technical data” section SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”Maintenance” Min. 3 m1 Basic safety rules SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSGENERAL WORKING INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY TASK THAT YOU FEEL UNSURE OFAlways use full throttle when cutting SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS2 Basic cutting technique General3 Tree felling technique SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSA Safe distance LimbingC Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreat SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSD Felling DIRECTIONAL CUTGeneral advice SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS4 Freeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident risk E LimbingWHAT IS WHAT? ASSEMBLY Always provide for good ventilation when handling fuel FUEL HANDLINGGasoline Two-stroke oilFUEL HANDLING Taking the following precautions, will lessen the risk of fireMin 3 m 10ftStart START AND STOPCold engine Warm engineFunctioning, Basic setting, Final setting MAINTENANCEBasic setting and running in Fine adjustmentStarter device assembly MAINTENANCEChanging a broken or worn starter cord Tensioning the recoil springAdjusting the oil pump MAINTENANCENOTE! Do not carry out this adjustment with the engine running Air filterTemperature 0oC 32oF or colder MAINTENANCETemperature -5oC 23oF or colder Weekly maintenance MAINTENANCEDaily maintenance Monthly maintenance34«*3Q5P¬ TECHNICAL DATARecommended original and replacement bar and chain combinations WeightMANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTOWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE1998W48 «*3Q5P¬