User manual HUSQVARNA 340 EPA II

[. . . ] Operator’s manual 340 EPA II 340e EPA II 345e EPA II 350 EPA I 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!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: Refuelling. Filing with oil and adjusting oil flow. The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started. Both of the operator′s 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. [. . . ] 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 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. The engine is stopped by pushing the stop switch to the stop position. • • Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be dangerous if inhaled. Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no risk of people or animals coming into contact with the cutting equipment. 22 – English WORKING TECHNIQUES Before use: Basic safety rules 1 • • Look around you: To ensure that people, animals or other things cannot affect your control of the machine. To make sure that none of the above might come within reach of your saw or be injured by falling trees. , 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Check that the chain brake works correctly and is not damaged. Check that the rear right hand guard is not damaged. Check that the throttle lockout works correctly and is not damaged. Check that the stop switch works correctly and is not damaged. Check that all handles are free from oil. Check that the anti vibration system works and is not damaged. Check that the muffler is securely attached and not damaged. Check that all parts of the chain saw are tightened correctly and that they are not damaged or missing. Check that the chain catcher is in place and not damaged. Replace it if necessary with an aluminium chain catcher (is available as spare part). Follow the instructions above, but do not use a chain saw in a situation where you cannot call for help in case of an accident. 2 Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings added risks, such as icy ground, unpredictable felling direction, etc. Take great care when removing small branches and avoid cutting bushes (i. e. cutting many small branches at the same time). [. . . ] Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the engine is running. Before you start the engine, make sure that the saw chain is not contacting anything. Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and the muffler away from your body. Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. [. . . ]