Husqvarna 345e 346XP 353 TrioBrake Chainsaw Owners Manual, 2006,2007,2008,2009,2010,2011

Operator’s manual 345e EPA II 346XP EPA I 353 EPA II 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 You will find the following labels on your chain saw: The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started.

Protective goggles or a visor must be worn. Refuelling. Filing with oil and adjusting oil flow. Both of the operators hands must be used to operate the chain saw. Never operate a chain saw holding it with one hand only. 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. If your machine bears this symbol it is equipped with a catalytic converter. Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets. EPA I EPA II 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. 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. Regular cleaning is required. Visual check. 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 . Fueling Fuel safety STARTING AND STOPPING Star ting 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 . Bar and chain combinations . Saw chain filing and file gauges FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS AMERICAN STANDARD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety precautions for chain saw users 2 2 3 4 5 6 6 6 7 7 10 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 Huskvarna 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 over 300 years of continuous operation, 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. We develop, manufacture and market high quality motor driven products for forestry and gardening as well as for building and construction industry. Your purchase 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 authorized dealers, ask for the address of your nearest servicing dealer. 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 ever lend or sell this machine, make sure that the borrower or buyer gets the operators manual, so they will also know how to properly maintain and use it. 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. For customer assistance, contact us at our website: www.usa.husqvarna.com 4 ­ English WHAT IS WHAT

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