Page 2 - Symbols; KEY TO SYMBOLS
2 – English Symbols KEY TO SYMBOLS CAUTION! Chain saws can be dangerous!Careless or incorrect use can result inserious or fatal injury to the operator orothers. Switch off the engine by moving the stopswitch to the STOP position before carryingout any checks or maintenance. Always wear approved prot...
Page 3 - CONTENTS; Before using a new saw
English – 3 CONTENTS Contents Key to symbols ............................................................... 2 Safety instructions Personal protective equipment ............................................ 4 Chain saw safety equipment ................................................ 4 Inspecting, ma...
Page 4 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENT; PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
4 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • PROTECTIVE HELMET• HEARING PROTECTION• PROTECTIVE GLASSES OR VISOR • PROTECTIVE GLOVES WITH SAW PROTECTION • PROTECTIVE TROUSERS WITH SAW PROTECTION • BOOTS WITH SAW PROTECTION, STEELTOE-CAP AND NON-SLIPSOLE Generally clothes should beclose-fitting without restricti...
Page 5 - Chain brake and front hand guard; a Starting
English – 5 1 Chain brake and front hand guard YOUR chain saw is equipped with a chain brake that is desig-ned to stop the chain immediately if you get a kickback.The chain brake reduces the risk of accidents, but only You canprevent them. Take care when using yoursaw and make sure thekickback zone ...
Page 6 - Throttle lock; Right hand guard
6 – English 6 The way the chain brake is triggered, either manually orautomatically, depends on the force of the kickback and theposition of the chain saw in relation to the object that thekickback zone of the bar strikes. If you get a violentkickback while thekickback zone of the baris farthest awa...
Page 7 - Vibration damping system; Stop switch
English – 7 5 Vibration damping system Your chain saw is equippedwith a vibration dampingsystem that is designed tominimise vibrations and makeoperation easier. When you use a chain sawvibrations are generated bythe uneven contact betweenthe chain and the wood youare cutting. Cutting hardwoods (most...
Page 8 - Checking the inertia brake release; Checking brake band wear
8 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Checking the inertia brake release Hold the chain saw over astump or other firm object.Let go of the front handleso that the bar falls ontothe stump. When the bar hits thestump the brake shouldbe applied. 4 Checking the brake trigger Place the chain saw on afirm sur...
Page 9 - Chain catcher
English – 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Right hand guard Check that the right handguard is not damaged andthat there are no visibledefects, such as cracks. 5 Vibration damping system Regularly check thevibration damping unitsfor cracks or deformation Make sure the vibrationdamping units aresecurely attach...
Page 10 - Muffler; CUTTING EQUIPMENT; The 5 basic rules
10 – English 7 Muffler Never use a chain sawthat has a faulty muffler. Regularly check that themuffler is securelyattached to the chain saw. If the muffler on your sawis fitted with a sparkarrestor mesh this mustbe cleaned regularly. Ablocked mesh will causethe engine to overheatand may lead to seri...
Page 11 - Some terms that describe the bar and chain; Bar; Cutting equipment designed to minimise; Bar
English – 11 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS C Some terms that describe the bar and chain When the cutting equipment supplied with your saw becomesworn or damaged you will need to replace it. Use only the typeof bar and chain recommended by us. See the ”Technical data” section to find out which equipment is rec...
Page 12 - Sharpening your chain and adjusting; General information on sharpening cutting teeth
12 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 Sharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearance The risk of kickback is increased with a badlysharpened chain! A General information on sharpening cutting teeth • Never use a blunt chain. When the chain is blunt you have to exert more pressure to force the bar ...
Page 13 - General advice on setting raker clearance; D Setting the raker clearance; Tensioning the chain
English – 13 C General advice on setting raker clearance • When you sharpen the cutting teeth you reduce theRAKER CLEARANCE(cutting depth). To maintaincutting performance youmust file back the rakerteeth to the recommendedheight. See the ”Technical data” section to find the rakerclearance for your s...
Page 14 - Lubricating cutting equipment; Chain oil
14 – English 1 Undo the bar nuts thathold the clutch cover andchain brake, using thecombination spanner.Then tighten the nuts byhand as tight as you can. 2 Raise the tip of the barand stretch the chain bytightening the chaintensioning screw usingthe combination spanner.Tighten the chain until itnot ...
Page 15 - Checking chain lubrication; Lubricating the bar tip sprocket; Needle bearing maintenance; Checking wear on cutting equipment; Chain drive sprocket
English – 15 C Checking chain lubrication • Check the chain lubrication each time you refuel. Aim the tip of the saw at alight coloured surface about20 cm away. After 1 minuterunning at 3/4 throttle youshould see a distinct line ofoil on the light surface. If the chain lubrication is not working: 1 ...
Page 16 - HOW TO AVOID KICKBACK
16 – English H Bar Check regularly: • Whether there are burrs on the edges of the bar.Remove these with a file ifnecessary. • Whether the groove in the bar has become badly worn.Replace the bar ifnecessary. • Whether the tip of the bar is uneven or badly worn. If ahollow forms on one side ofthe bar ...
Page 17 - General rules
English – 17 7 Take great care when youcut with the top edge ofthe bar, i.e. when cuttingfrom the underside of theobject. This is known ascutting on the pushstroke. The chain tries topush the saw backtowards the user. Unless the user resiststhis pushing force there isa risk that the saw willmove so ...
Page 18 - GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
18 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1 Chain saws are designed solely for cutting wood. The onlycutting equipment that can be used with this chain saw arethe combinations of bars and chains recommended in the”Technical data” section. 2 Never use a chain saw ifyou are tired, if...
Page 19 - GENERAL WORKING INSTRUCTIONS; Important; Basic safety rules
English – 19 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Min. 3 m(10 ft) • Never try to refuel the saw while it is running. • Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refuellingor mixing fuel (2-strokemixture). • Move the saw at least 3 m from the refuelling pointbefore starting it. • Never start the chainsaw: a) If y...
Page 20 - Basic cutting technique; General; Cutting
20 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6 Before moving your chainsaw switch off the engineand lock the chain usingthe chain brake. Carry thesaw with the bar andchain pointing backwards.Fit a guard to the barbefore carrying the sawany distance. 7 Never put a chain sawdown while the engine isrunning unless ...
Page 21 - Limbing; Tree felling technique; Safe distance
English – 21 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 The log is supported at one end. There is a high riskthat it will split. A Start by cutting from below (about 1/3 of theway through). B Finish by cutting from above so that the twocuts meet. 3 The log is supported at both ends. There is a high riskthat the chain wi...
Page 22 - Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreat
22 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS C Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Remove any branches thatare in the way. To do this it isbest to work from the topdown and keep the trunkbetween you and the chainsaw. Never limb aboveshoulder height. Remove any undergrowthfrom the base of the tree andc...
Page 23 - Freeing a tree that has fallen badly = high; Freeing a “Trapped tree”
English – 23 We recommend that you usea bar that is longer than thediameter of the tree, so thatyou can make the FELLINGCUT and DIRECTIONAL CUTwith single cutting stokes.(See ”Technical data” to find out which lengths of bar arerecommended for your saw). There are methods for fellingtrees with a dia...
Page 25 - ASSEMBLY; Fitting a spike bumper; Mounting guide bar and chain
English – 25 ASSEMBLY Fitting a spike bumper To fit a spike bumper –contact your service agent. Hold up the tip of the bar andtighten the chain. The chain iscorrectly tensioned whenthere is no slack on theunderside of the bar, but it canstill be turned easily by hand.Hold up the bar tip and tightent...
Page 26 - Mixing; FUEL HANDLING; Fuelmix; Petrol
26 – English Mixing • Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean containerintended for fuel. • Always start by filling half the amount of the petrol tobe used. Then add theentire amount of oil. Mix(shake) the fuel mixture.Add the remaining amountof petrol. • Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly bef...
Page 27 - Fuelling; Min 3 m
English – 27 FUEL HANDLING Fuelling Taking the following precautions, will lessenthe risk of fire. • Do not smoke or place warm objects in the vicinity of the fuel. • Always shut off the engine before refuelling.• Slowly open the fuel cap, when filling fuel, so that possible overpressure is slowly r...
Page 28 - Cold engine; START AND STOP; Stop; Start
28 – English Cold engine STARTING:The chain brake must beengaged when the chain sawis started. Activate the brakeby moving the front handguard forwards. IGNITION; CHOKE:Set the choke control in chokeposition. The stop contact willautomatically be set to startposition. FAST IDLE:Combined choke/fast i...
Page 29 - Carburettor; MAINTENANCE
English – 29 Carburettor Functioning, Basic setting, Final setting WARNING! Do not start the saw without the bar,chain and clutch cover (chain brake) assembled.If you do, the clutch might come loose and causesevere injuries. Operation • The carburettor governs the engine speed via the throttle. Air/...
Page 30 - Starter device; Tensioning the recoil spring
30 – English Starter device WARNING! • When the recoil spring is assembled in the starter housing, it is in tensioned position and can whentreated carelessly, pop out and cause injuries. • Always be careful, when changing the recoil spring or the starter cord. Always wear safety goggles for eyeprote...
Page 31 - Muffler; Spark plug; Air filter
English – 31 Muffler The muffler is designed inorder to reduce the noise leveland to direct the exhaustgases away from the operator.The exhaust gases are hotand can contain sparks, whichmay cause fire if directedagainst dry and combustiblematerial. Some mufflers areequipped with a specialscreen. MAI...
Page 32 - Cooling system; Centrifugal cleaning ”Air Injection”; Winter use; Adjustment of the oil pump
32 – English MAINTENANCE Cooling system To obtain the lowest possible running temperature the saw isequipped with a cooling system. The cooling systemconsists of: 1. Air intake on the starter unit. 2. Air guide plate. 3. Fan blades on theflywheel. 4. Cooling fins on thecylinder. 5. Cylinder cowling ...
Page 33 - Weekly maintenance; Daily maintenance
English – 33 Below you will find some general maintenance instructions.If you have more questions, contact your servicing dealer. Weekly maintenance 1. Check that the AVelements are not soft ortorn. 2. Lubricate the clutch drumbearing. 3. File off burrs, if any, onthe sides of the bar. 4. Clean the ...
Page 34 - TECHNICAL DATA
34 – English TECHNICAL DATA 346XP 2,7/45,01,65/42,01,28/32,52 70014 2002,5/ 9 600 FHPCDNGK BPMR 7AChampion RCJ 7Y0,020/0,5 WalbroHDA 159A1,06/0,56-100,59/0,28Automatic 346XP: 10,6/4,8346XPG: 10,8/4,9346XP E-tech: 10,8/4,9346XPG E-tech: 11,0/5,0 346XP: 113346XPG: 113346XP E-tech: 110346XPG E-tech: 11...
Page 35 - Bar and chain combinations; EC-declaration of conformity
English – 35 TECHNICAL DATA Bar and chain combinations The following combinations are CE approved. Bar Chain Length, Pitch, Max. inches inches tip radius 13 0,325 10T Husqvarna H30 15 0,325 10T Husqvarna H30 16 0,325 10T Husqvarna H30 18 0,325 10T Husqvarna H30 13 0,325 10T Husqvarna H25 15 0,325 10...
