User manual HUSQVARNA 235

[. . . ] Protective goggles or a visor 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. [. . . ] Reactivate the chain brake by pushing the front hand guard back towards the front handle. · Always hold the saw with both hands. The right hand should be on the rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle. All people, whether right or left handed, should use this grip. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles. ! · WARNING!Long term inhalation of the engine's exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and dust from sawdust can represent a health risk. Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all covers are fitted correctly. See instructions under the heading Assembly. Without a bar and chain attached to the chain saw the clutch can come loose and cause serious injury. Stopping The engine is stopped by pushing the stop switch to the stop position. · The chain brake should be activated when starting. Se instructions under the heading Start and stop. This method is very dangerous because you may lose control of the saw. · · Never start the machine indoors. Before using a chain saw you must understand the effects of kickback and how to avoid them. See instructions under the heading How to avoid kickback. Before using a chain saw you must understand the difference between cutting with the top and bottom edges of the bar. See instructions under the headings How to avoid kickback and Machine's safety equipment. See instructions under the heading Personal protective equipment. 4 Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc. ) in case you have to move suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping ground. English ­ 21 WORKING TECHNIQUES 5 Take great care when cutting a tree that is in tension. A tree that is in tension may spring back to its normal position before or after being cut. If you position yourself incorrectly or make the cut in the wrong place the tree may hit you or the machine and cause you to lose control. Both situations can cause serious personal injury. [. . . ] If the bar has a sprocket tip, this should be lubricated. Check that the bar and chain are getting sufficient oil. File off any burrs from the edges of the bar. Check that the electrode gap is 0. 5 mm. Clean the outside of the carburettor. Check the fuel filter and the fuel hose. [. . . ]