Original instructions 1153181-95 | Husqvarna 576 XPG guide

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Original instructions

1153181-95

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Husqvarna 576 XPG manual Original instructions 1153181-95

Contents

570 576 XP 576 XPG Symbols in the operator’s manual KEY to SymbolsSymbols on the machine EPA Contents Introduction Dear customer What is WHAT? What is what on the chain saw? General Safety Precautions Before using a new chain saw Machine′s safety equipment Always use common sensePersonal protective equipment Chain brake and front hand guard General Safety Precautions Right hand guard Throttle lockoutChain catcher Stop switch Cutting equipmentVibration damping system Mufﬂer Chain Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickbackBar Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge setting General information on sharpening cutting teeth Tensioning the chain Checking chain lubrication Lubricating cutting equipmentFilling with chain oil Checking wear on cutting equipment Chain drive sprocketNeedle bearing lubrication Working with the chain AssemblyFitting the bar and chain Fuel Handling Fuel Fuel safety FuelingTransport and storage Long-term storage Starting and Stopping Starting and stoppingCold engine Warm engine Stopping Basic safety rules Working TechniquesBefore use General working instructions General rules Basic cutting technique Terms Tree felling technique LimbingLog is supported at one end. There is a high risk Safe distance Directional cuts Felling directionClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Felling cut Freeing a tree that has fallen badly How to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback? Cutting the trunk into logs General MaintenanceCarburetor adjustment Correctly adjusted carburetor When the bar hits the stump the brake should be appliedChecking brake band wear Checking the front hand guard Checking the brake trigger Immediately Changing a broken or worn starter cord MufﬂerStarter Air ﬁlter Tensioning the recoil springChanging a broken recoil spring Fitting the starter Spark plug Lubricating the bar tip sprocketNeedle bearing lubrication Must always be replaced Adjustment of the oil pump Air Injection centrifugal cleaningWhen making adjustments Cooling system Temperature 0C 32F or colder Temperature -5C 23F or colderHeated handles Fitting the winterising kit Maintenance schedule Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Technical Data Technical data Saw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gauges Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations MAINTENANCE, Replacement Repair of EMISSION-RELATED Parts American Standard Safety Precautions Safety precautions for chain saw usersKickback safety precautions Other safety precautions Original instructions 1153181-95