Husqvarna 455e 455 Rancher 460 Chainsaw Owners Manual, 2006,2007,2008

Operator’s manual (EPA II) 455e Rancher 455 Rancher 460 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. Contact of the guide bar tip with any object must be avoided. EPA II Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward (socalled kickback), which may cause serious injury. Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets. 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 . Winter use . Maintenance schedule TECHNICAL DATA Technical data . 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 17 ays use common sense It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can face when using a chain saw. Always exercise care and use your common sense. Avoid all situations which you consider to be beyond your capability. If you still feel uncertain about operating procedures after reading these instructions, you should consult an expert before continuing. Do not hesitate to contact your dealer or us if you have any questions about the use of the chain saw. We will willingly be of service and provide you with advice as well as help you to use your chain saw both efficiently and safely. Attend a training course in 6 ­ English GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS chain saw usage if possible. Your dealer, forestry school or your library can provide information about which training materials and courses are available. · Fire Extinguisher and Shovel Generally clothes should be close-fitting without restricting your freedom of movement. IMPORTANT! Sparks can come from the muffler, the bar and chain or other sources. Always have fire extinguishing tools available if you should need them. Help prevent forest fires. Work is constantly in progress to improve the design and technology – improvements that increase your safety and efficiency. Visit your dealer regularly to see whether you can benefit from new features that have been introduced. Machines safety equipment In this section the machine’s safety features and their function are explained. For inspection and maintenance see instructions under the heading Checking, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment. See instructions under the heading, What is what?, to find where these parts are located on your machine. The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk of accidents can increase if machine maintenance is not carried out correctly and if service and/or repairs are not carried out professionally. If you need further information please contact your nearest servicing dealer. WARNING! Never use a machine with defective safety components. Safety equipment must be inspected and maintained. See instructions under the heading Checking, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment. If your machine does not pass all the checks, take the saw to a servicing dealer for repair. Personal protective equipment ! WARNING! Most chain saw accidents happen when the chain touches the operator. You must use approved personal protective equipment whenever you use the machine. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment. ! Chain brake and front hand guard Your chain saw is equipped with a chain brake that is designed to stop the chain if you get a kickback. The chain brake reduces the risk of accidents, but only you can prevent them. · Approved protective helmet Hearing protection Protective goggles or a visor Gloves with saw protection Trousers with saw protection Boots with saw protection, steel toe-cap and non-slip sole Always have a first aid kit nearby. Take care when using your saw and make sure the kickback zone of the bar never touches any object. English ­7 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS · The chain brake (A) can either be activated manually (by your left hand) or automatically by the inertia release mechanism. The brake is applied when the front hand guard (B) is pushed forwards. · To release the chain brake pull the front hand guard backwards, towards the front handle. · · · This movement activates a spring-loaded mechanism that tightens the brake band (C) around the eng

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