User manual HUSQVARNA 240E

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] There is a simplified start reminder with illustrations to describe each step on the rear edge of the saw (A). Empty the fuel/oil tanks in a well ventilated area. Note the following before starting: The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started to reduce the chance of contact with the moving chain during starting. Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all covers are fitted correctly. Otherwise the clutch can come loose and cause personal injuries. Make sure you have a secure footing and that the chain cannot touch anything. Keep people and animals well away from the working area. Long term inhalation of the engine's exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and dust from sawdust can represent a health risk. Starting: The chain brake should be activated when starting the chain saw. Activate the chain brake by pushing the front hand guard forwards. (21) Choke: Pull the blue choke/fast idle lever out to the full extent (to the FULL CHOKE position). A tree that is under 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. 6 Before moving your chain saw switch off the engine and lock the chain using the chain brake. Carry the chain saw with the bar and chain pointing backwards. Fit a guard to the bar before transporting the chain saw or carrying it for any distance. 7 When you put the chain saw on the ground, lock the saw chain using the chain brake and ensure you have a constant view of the machine. Switch the engine off before leaving your chain saw for any length of time. 1 If you understand what kickback is and how it happens then you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Kickback is usually quite mild, but it can sometimes be very sudden and violent. 2 Always hold the chain saw firmly with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. [. . . ] Move the chain saw at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling point before starting the engine. Do not allow other persons to be near the chain saw when starting or cutting with the chain saw. Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing and a planned retreat path from the falling tree. [. . . ]