Husqvarna 61 268 272XP Chainsaw Owners Manual, 2003,2004,2005,2006,2007

Operators manual 61 268 272XP Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. English KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: WARNING! Chain saws can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Always wear: Approved protective helmet Approved hearing protection Protective goggles or a visor Visual check.

Regular cleaning is required. Symbols in the operator’s manual: Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying out any checks or maintenance. Always wear approved protective gloves. This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives. Protective goggles or a visor must be worn. Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community’s Directive. The machine’s emission is specified in chapter Technical data and on label. Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets. Refuelling. Filling with oil and adjusting oil flow. The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started. WARNING! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, and cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and towards the operator. May cause serious personal injury. 2 ­ English CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: Symbols in the operator’s manual: CONTENTS Contents . INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, . WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the chain saw? . GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before using a new chain saw Important . Always use common sense Personal protective equipment Machines safety equipment . Cutting equipment . ASSEMBLY Fitting the bar and chain . FUEL HANDLING Fuel . Fuelling . Fuel safety STARTING AND STOPPING Star ting and stopping WORKING TECHNIQUES Before use: General working instructions How to avoid kickback . MAINTENANCE General . Carburettor adjustment . Checking, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment . Muffler . Starter . Air filter Spark plug . Lubricating the bar tip sprocket . Needle bearing lubrication Adjustment of the oil pump . Cooling system . Winter use . Heated handles . Maintenance schedule TECHNICAL DATA Technical data . Bar and chain combinations . Saw chain filing and file gauges EC-declaration of conformity .English ­3 INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Congratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Husqvarna River, for production of muskets. The location was logical, since water power was harnessed from the Huskvarna River to create the water-powered plant. During the more than 300 years of beeing, the Husqvarna factory has produced a lot of different products, from wood stoves to modern kitchen appliances, sewing machines, bicycles, motorcycles etc. In 1956, the first motor driven lawn mowers appeared, followed by chain saws in 1959, and it is within this area Husqvarna is working today. Today Husqvarna is one of the leading manufacturers in the world of forest and garden products, with quality as our highest priority. The business concept is to develop, manufacture and market motor driven products for forestry and gardening as well as for building and construction industry. Husqvarnas aim is also to be in the front edge according to ergonomics, usability, security and environmental protection. That is the reason why we have developed many different features to provide our products within these areas. We are convinced that you will appreciate with great satisfaction the quality and performance of our product for a very long time to come. The purchase of one of our products gives you access to professional help with repairs and service whenever this may be necessary. If the retailer who sells your machine is not one of our authorised dealers, ask for the address of your nearest service workshop. It is our wish that you will be satisfied with your product and that it will be your companion for a long time. Think of this operators manual as a valuable document. By following its content (using, service, maintenance etc) the life span and the second-hand value of the machine can be extended. If you will sell this machine, make sure that the buyer will get the operators manual. Thank you for using a Husqvarna product. Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice. 4 ­ English WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the chain saw? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Cylinder cover Front handle Front hand guard Starter Chain oil tank Starter handle Adjuster screws carburettor Choke control/Start throttle lock Rear handle 16 Spike bumper 17 Chain catcher 18 Clutch cover 19 Right hand guard 20 Throttle control 21 Throttle lockout 22 Decompression valve (272XP) 23 Combination spanner 24 Chain tensioning screw 25 Operators manual 26 Bar guard 27 Start throttle lock 28 Switch for heated handle (272XPG) 29 Information and warning decal 30 Product and serial number plate 10 Stop switch 11 Fuel tank 12 Muffler 13 Bar tip sprocket 14 Chain 15 Bar English ­5 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before using a new chain saw · Please read this manual carefully. Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See instructions under the heading Assembly. Refuel and start the chain saw. See the instructions under the headings Fuel Handling and Starting and Stopping. Do not use the chain saw until sufficient chain oil has reached the chain. See instructions under the heading Lubricating cutting equipment. Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing protection. WARNING! Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer. Always use genuine accessories. Non-authorized modifications and/or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others. IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for cutting wood. You should only use the saw with the bar and chain combinations we recommend in the chapter Technical data. Never use the machine if you are fatigued, while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, medication or anything that could affect your vision, alertness, coordination or judgement. Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading Personal protective equipment. Do not modify this product or use it if it appears to have been modified by others. Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks, maintenance and service instructions described in this manual. Some maintenance and service measures must be carried out by trained and qualified specialists. See instructions under the heading Maintenance. Never use any accessories other than those recommended in this manual. See instructions under the headings Cutting equipment and Technical data

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