User manual HUSQVARNA 338 XPT

[. . . ] Operator’s manual (EPA II) 334T 338XPT 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 Both of the operator′s hands must be used to operate the chain saw. [. . . ] Ignition; choke: Slide the control to its rear position. Note!Pull the front hand guard towards the front handle. Primer bulb: Press the air purge repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the bulb. The bulb need not be completely filled. Warm engine ! • 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. Use the same starting procedure as for a cold engine, with the following exceptions: • • Slide the control to its rear position. Slide the control back to its middle position (working position). 18 – English STARTING AND 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. • • 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. • 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. Stopping The engine is stopped by pushing the stop switch to the stop position. English – 19 WORKING TECHNIQUES Before use: 1 2 4 3 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. 6 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Check that the chain brake works correctly and is not damaged. Check that the throttle lock 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. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]