Husqvarna 346XP 346XPG 353 353G E-Tech TrioBrake Chainsaw Owners Owners Manual, 2001,2002,2003,2004,2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 - English

Operator’s manual 346XP,346XPG, 346XP E-tech 346XPG E-tech 353, 353G, 353 E-tech 353G E-tech, TrioBrake 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 improper 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 Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets. Adjustment of the oil pump If your machine bears this symbol it is equipped with a catalytic converter. Chain brake, activated (right) Chain brake, not activated (left) Both of the operators hands must be used to operate the chain saw. Never operate a chain saw holding it with one hand only. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Never let the guide bar tip come in contact with any object. 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. 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. Decompression valve: The valve is to reduce the pressure in the cylinder and make starting easier. You should always use the decompression valve when starting the machine. Ignition; choke: Set the choke control in the choke position. This should automatically set the stop switch to the start position. Air purge 2 ­ English KEY TO SYMBOLS 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. You will find the following labels on your chain saw: Always wear approved protective gloves. EPA I Regular cleaning is required. EPA III Visual check. Protective goggles or a visor must be worn. The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emission Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emissions requirements. Category C = 50 hours, B = 125 hours, and A = 300 hours. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Filling with oil and adjusting oil flow. Refuelling. 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. English ­ 3 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 . Fueling Fuel safety STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping WORKING TECHNIQUES Before use: General working instructions How to avoid kickback . MAINTENANCE General . Carburetor 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 . “Air Injection ” centrifugal cleaning . Heated handles . Electrical carburetor heating . Winter use . Maintenance schedule TECHNICAL DATA Technical data . 2 2 4 5 6 7 7 7 8

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