User manual HUSQVARNA R52E

[. . . ] The stop switch automatically returns to the start position. In order to prevent unintentional starting, the spark plug cap must be removed from the spark plug when assembling, checking and/or performing maintenance. Always wear approved protective gloves. Regular cleaning is required. Visual check. Never operate a chain saw holding it with one hand only. Protective goggles or a visor must be worn. Contact of the guide bar tip with any object must be avoided. Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward (so-called kickback), which may cause serious injury. Refuelling. Filing with oil and adjusting oil flow. The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started. [. . . ] Wash any part of your body that has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water. English – 19 STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping Warm engine Use the same starting procedure as for a cold engine, but do not set the choke control in the choke position. If the engine is difficult to start, use start throttle. The start throttle position is engaged by pulling the red control outward - upward (1) and then in the starting position (2). ! WARNING!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. Starting Cold engine Starting: The chain brake should be activated when starting the chain saw. Activate the chain brake by pushing the front hand guard forwards. Grip the front handle with your left hand. Hold the chain saw on the ground by placing your right foot through the rear handle. Se instructions under the heading Start and stop. This method is very dangerous because you may lose control of the saw. Stop the engine by switching off the ignition. The stop switch automatically reverts to start position. To avoid involuntary start up, the ignition fuse must always be removed from the spark plug when the machine is unsupervised. • • 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. English – 21 WORKING TECHNIQUES Before use: • 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. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]