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Husqvarna 550XPG, 545 manual

Models: 545 550XP 550XPG

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English 545, 545 TrioBrake 550XP, 550XP TrioBrake550XPG, 550XPG TrioBrake Operator′s manualSymbols on the machine KEY TO SYMBOLSKEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols in the operator’s manualContents CONTENTSDear Customer INTRODUCTIONWhat is what on the chain saw? WHAT IS WHAT?Before using a new chain saw GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSChain brake and front hand guard Machine′s safety equipmentAlways use common sense Personal protective equipmentGENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Vibration damping system Throttle lockoutChain catcher Right hand guardGeneral rules Stop switchCutting equipment MufﬂerGENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickbackGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSGeneral advice on adjusting depth gauge setting increased if the depth gauge setting isAdjustment of depth gauge setting Tensioning the chainLubricating cutting equipment GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSChain drive sprocket GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSFilling with chain oil Checking chain lubricationChecking wear on cutting equipment GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSFitting the bar and chain ASSEMBLYFitting a spike bumper Two-strokeoil FUEL HANDLINGFuel PetrolLong-termstorage Fuel safetyFueling Transport and storageStarting and stopping STARTING AND STOPPINGStarting health risk STARTING AND STOPPINGStopping General working instructions Basic safety rulesWORKING TECHNIQUES Before useEnglish WORKING TECHNIQUESGeneral Basic cutting techniqueWORKING TECHNIQUES WARNING! Never use a chain saw byWORKING TECHNIQUES Tree felling techniqueFelling WORKING TECHNIQUESClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Felling cutFreeing a ”trapped tree” Freeing a tree that has fallen badlyGeneral advice WORKING TECHNIQUESWhat is kickback? How to avoid kickbackWORKING TECHNIQUES General MAINTENANCECarburettor adjustment Engine adjustmentChecking the right-handbrake trigger MAINTENANCEThrottle lockout Checking the inertia brake releaseChain catcher MufﬂerMAINTENANCE Stop switchMAINTENANCE StarterChanging a broken or worn starter cord Tensioning the recoil springFitting the starter Air ﬁlterSpark plug Changing a broken recoil springCooling system Adjustment of the oil pumpLubricating the bar tip sprocket Needle bearing lubricationHeated handles ”Air Injection” centrifugal cleaningTemperature 0C or colder Winter useWeekly maintenance Maintenance scheduleMAINTENANCE Daily maintenanceTechnical data TECHNICAL DATAEngine TECHNICAL DATAWeight 550XP TrioBrake 550XPGSaw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gauges Guide bar and chain combinationsTECHNICAL DATA Applies to Europe only EC-declarationof conformityTECHNICAL DATA Page Page Page ´z+V-,¶6!¨ ´z+V-,¶6!¨ Original instructions