User manual HUSQVARNA 576 XP AUTO TUNE EPA I

[. . . ] Operator’s manual (EPA I) 576XP AutoTune 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 Protective goggles or a visor must be worn. Refuelling. Filling with oil and adjusting oil flow. Both of the operator′s hands must be used to operate the chain saw. The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started. [. . . ] Once Push in the choke control as soon as the engine fires and make repeated starting attempts. Immediately press and release the throttle when the engine starts. As the chain brake is still activated the engine must return to idling speed as soon as possible by disengaging the English – 19 STARTING AND STOPPING throttle latch in order to avoid unnecessery wear on the clutch assembly. This method is very dangerous because you may lose control of the saw. • CAUTION!Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended. • 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. Note!Pull the front hand guard towards the front handle. Your saw is ready for use. • 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 chain brake should be activated when starting. Se instructions under the heading Start and stop. Do not The engine is stopped by pushing the stop switch to the stop position. 20 – 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. [. . . ] Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch, or any other obstacle which could be hit while you are operating the saw. Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height. Follow manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain. Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or the equivalent. Do not operate a chain saw when you are fatigued. [. . . ]