Throttle lock | Husqvarna 55 EPA I instruction

MAINTENANCE

Throttle lock

•Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when the throttle lock is released.

•Press the throttle lock and make sure it returns to its original position when you release it.

•Check that the throttle control and throttle lock move freely and that the return springs work properly.

•Start the chain saw and apply full throttle. Release the throttle control and check that the chain stops and remains stationary. If the chain rotates when the throttle control is in the idle position you should check the carburetor idle adjustment.

Chain catcher

Check that the chain catcher is not damaged and is ﬁrmly attached to the body of the chain saw.

Right hand guard

Check that the right hand guard is not damaged and that there are no visible defects, such as cracks.

Vibration damping system

Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or deformation.

Make sure the vibration damping units are securely attached to the engine unit and handle unit.

Stop switch

Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you move the stop switch to the stop setting.

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Husqvarna 55 EPA I manual Throttle lock

Contents

Operator’s manual 55 EPA Symbols on the machine KEY to SymbolsSymbols in the operator’s manual Contents Dear customer Introduction What is what on the chain saw? What is WHAT? Before using a new chain saw General Safety PrecautionsAlways use common sense Personal protective equipment Machine′s safety equipmentChain brake and front hand guard General Safety Precautions Chain catcher Throttle lockRight hand guard Mufﬂer Stop switchCutting equipment Vibration damping system Chain General rulesCutting equipment designed to reduce kickback Bar General information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingSharpening cutting teeth Adjustment of depth gauge setting General advice on adjusting depth gauge settingTensioning the chain Checking chain lubrication Lubricating cutting equipmentChain oil Filling with chain oil Needle bearing lubrication Chain drive sprocketChecking wear on cutting equipment Fitting the bar and chain Assembly Fuel Fuel Handling Long-term storage Fuel safetyFueling Transport and storage Warm engine Starting and StoppingStarting and stopping Cold engine Stopping General working instructions Basic safety rulesWorking Techniques Before use General rules General Basic cutting techniqueTerms Cutting Limbing Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Tree felling techniqueSafe distance Felling direction Directional cuts Felling Cutting trees and branches that are in tension General adviceFreeing a tree that has fallen badly Freeing a trapped tree What is kickback? How to avoid kickbackCutting the trunk into logs Carburetor adjustment MaintenanceGeneral Checking the inertia brake release Correctly adjusted carburetorChecking brake band wear Checking the front hand guard Throttle lock Starter MufﬂerChanging a broken or worn starter cord Fitting the starter Air ﬁlterTensioning the recoil spring Changing a broken recoil spring Cooling system Spark plugLubricating the bar tip sprocket Needle bearing lubrication Winter use Temperature 0C 32F or colder Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance schedule Technical data Technical Data Bar and chain combinations Saw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gauges Your Warranty Rights and Obligations Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Other safety precautions American Standard Safety PrecautionsSafety precautions for chain saw users Kickback safety precautions ´z+R7y¶5m¨ Page 1150238-95 ´z+R7y¶5m¨ ´z+R7y¶5m¨