User manual HUSQVARNA 316 ELECTRIC

[. . . ] 316 Operator’s manual English: page 1-34 Electric Manuel d’utilisation Français: page 35-68 101 91 41-95 Before using your new electric chain saw ENGLISH • Read the Operator’s Manual carefully. • Check the assembly and adjustment of the cutting equipment. • This electric chain saw is designed for use with a 120V AC power supply. Always pull out the plug before fitting any parts or adjusting the saw. [. . . ] Ease up on the cutting pressure until the chain begins to turn again. If the blade has jammed, stop the saw immediately and free the blade. If the chain stops frequently while cutting, it may be due to a dull chain. If so, stop and sharpen the chain. 14 Maintenance ENGLISH Tools and materials The tools and materials shown are absolutely essential for the everyday safe operation and maintenance of an electric chain saw. Combination wrench: - This type of wrench (A) or its equivalent should always be carried with your electric chain saw. The wrench is needed to adjust chain tension, which must be correctly adjusted for safer cutting. Files: - You need one round file (B) with file gauge (C) to sharpen the cutting teeth of the chain, and one flat file (D) and depth gauge tool (E) for filing the depth gauge. Saw maintenance The following are some general maintenance instructions. For further information, please contact your service dealer. STOP WARNING! Always disconnect power cable before fitting parts or adjusting the saw. Daily maintenance • Check the power supply cable and plug for damage or cracking. A worn or defective cable or plug should always be replaced. • Clean the chain brake and check that it functions properly. • Check that the chain catcher is in good condition and replace if necessary • Check air intakes and clean away dust and/or chips with a dry brush if necessary. • Check that the bar and chain are well oiled (see p. 18) • The bar should be turned daily to ensure even wear. Check that the oil hole in the bar is not blocked. • Sharpen the chain and check that it is correctly tensioned and in good condition. • Check that there is no excessive wear on the chain drive sprocket. • File off any burrs on the sides of the bar. Slipping clutch It may be necessary to clean the clutch after extended use. Contact your service workshop if it is necessary to clean the clutch. 15 Cutting Equipment ENGLISH Recommended cutting equipment The combination of power head, bar and chain used together with this unit has been determined in accordance with the kickback requirements specified in ANSI B 175. 1 - 1991. The guide bar nose radius is determined either by the maximum number of teeth in the nose sprocket or by the corresponding maximum nose radius of a solid bar. The following list specifies the chain saw manufacturer’s recommendations. Other combinations may also provide the same kickback protection. We have listed the maximum guide bar nose radius, but you may use a guide bar with smaller nose radius than the one we recommend. [. . . ] The risk of kickback is high and kickbacks can cause fatal injury. If trunks are close, it may be impossible to avoid contact with the kickback zone. Use a brush cutter or other tool designed for the purpose. Cutting logs, shrubs, brush, etc. Do not use your chain saw to cut shrubs, brush etc. If the stands are close together, it might be impossible to avoid contact with the kickback zone. [. . . ]