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Husqvarna 281XP, 288XP, 288XP, 288XP Lite manual Contents

Models: 281XP, 288XP 288XP, 288XP Lite

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Before using a new saw

•Read the instructions carefully.

•Check cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See page 25.

•Refuel and start the saw. Check the carburetor settings. See pages 26-29.

•Do not use the saw until sufficient chain oil has reached the chain, see page 14.

IMPORTANT! If the carburetor mixture is too lean it greatly increases the risk of engine failure.

Poor maintenance of the air filter will cause carbon build-up on the spark plug and lead to difficult starting.

If the chain is badly adjusted it will cause increased wear or damage to the bar, drive sprocket and chain.

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

!WARNING!

Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permis- sion of the manufacturer. Always use genuine spare parts/accessories. Non-authorized modifications and/or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others.

Your warranty does not cover damage or liability caused by the use of non-authorized accessories or replacement parts.

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Contents
Key to symbols	2
Safety instructions
Personal protective equipment	4
Chain saw safety equipment	4
Inspecting, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety
equipment	8
Cutting equipment	10
How to avoid kickback	16
General safety precautions	18
General working instructions	19
What is what?
What is what?	24
Assembly
Mounting guide bar and chain	25
Fuel handling
Fuelmix	26
Fuelling	27
Start and stop
Start and stop	28
Maintenance
Carburetor	29
Starter device	30
Air filter	31
Spark plug	31
Muffler	31
Adjusting the oil pump	31
Needle bearing maintenance	32
Cooling system	32
Winter use	32
Daily maintenance	33
Weekly maintenance	33
Monthly maintenance	33
Technical data
288XP/XPLite	34
Federal Emission Control
Warranty Statement
Your warranty rights and obligations	35

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Husqvarna 281XP, 288XP, 288XP, 288XP Lite manual Contents

Contents

288XP/XP Lite Operators manual EPA101 Symbols KEY TO SYMBOLSContents CONTENTSSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENTPERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 1 Chain brake and front hand guard SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS4 Right hand guard SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS2 Throttle lock 3 Chain catcher7 Muffler SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS6 Stop switch 5 Vibration damping system1 Chain brake and front hand guard SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSInspecting, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment When the bar hits the stump the brake should be applied3 Chain catcher SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS6 Stop switch 2 Throttle lockReduce the risk of kickback SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS7 Muffler The 5 basic rulesB Saw chain SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1 Cutting equipment designed to minimise kickback A BarA General information on sharpening cutting teeth SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS2 Sharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearance The following faults will increase the risk of3 Tensioning the chain SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSC General advice on setting raker clearance D Setting the raker clearanceB Filling with chain oil SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS4 Lubricating cutting equipment A Chain oilF Checking wear on cutting equipment SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSC Checking chain lubrication E Lubricating the clutch drum bearingMOST CHAIN SAW ACCIDENTS HAPPEN WHEN THE CHAIN TOUCHES THE OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSHOW TO AVOID KICKBACK What is kickback?Never use the saw one- handed SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSGeneral rules Do not let go of the handlesMin. 3 m SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”Technical data” section ”Maintenance”DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY TASK THAT YOU FEEL UNSURE OF SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1 Basic safety rules GENERAL WORKING INSTRUCTIONSGeneral SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSAlways use full throttle when cutting 2 Basic cutting techniqueLimbing SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS3 Tree felling technique A Safe distanceDIRECTIONAL CUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSC Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreat D FellingE Limbing SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSGeneral advice 4 Freeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident riskWHAT IS WHAT? ASSEMBLY Two-stroke oil FUEL HANDLINGAlways provide for good ventilation when handling fuel Gasoline10ft Taking the following precautions, will lessen the risk of fireFUEL HANDLING Min 3 mWarm engine START AND STOPStart Cold engineFine adjustment MAINTENANCEFunctioning, Basic setting, Final setting Basic setting and running inTensioning the recoil spring MAINTENANCEStarter device assembly Changing a broken or worn starter cordAir filter MAINTENANCEAdjusting the oil pump NOTE! Do not carry out this adjustment with the engine runningMAINTENANCE Temperature 0oC 32oF or colderTemperature -5oC 23oF or colder Monthly maintenance MAINTENANCEWeekly maintenance Daily maintenanceWeight TECHNICAL DATA34«*3Q5P¬ Recommended original and replacement bar and chain combinationsWARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTMANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES1998W48 «*3Q5P¬