Page 2 - Intended use
Contents Introduction..................................................................... 2Safety..............................................................................5Assembly...................................................................... 17Operation....................................
Page 3 - Symbols on the product
7. Oil level indicator8. Indicator for heat in the handles9. Rear handle with right hand guard10. Information and warning decal11. Fan housing12. Chain oil tank13. Transportation cover14. Power trigger lockout15. Power trigger16. Drive sprocket cover17. Chain tensioning screw18. Chain catcher19. Spi...
Page 4 - yyyywwxxxxx
yyyywwxxxxx The rating plate or the la- ser printing shows the se- rial number. yyyy is the production year and ww is the production week. Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer to certification requirements for some markets. Symbols on the product Be careful and use the product correctly. ...
Page 5 - Safety; Safety definitions; Work area safety
Double insulation. California Proposition 65 Manufacturer Husqvarna AB Drottninggatan 2, SE-561 82, Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500 Product damage We are not responsible for damages to our product if:• the product is incorrectly repaired.• the product is repaired with parts that are not from t...
Page 7 - Bluetooth
General chain saw safety warnings • Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is operating. Before you start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating chain saws may cause entanglement of you clothing or bod...
Page 9 - Safety instructions for operation
experience. If you do not feel safe in the situation that you are in, stop the product. Turn to your servicing dealer or a professional chainsaw operator. Do not attempt any task that you feel unsure of! Safety instructions for operation WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you ...
Page 12 - Personal protective equipment
• When you put the product on the ground, engage the chain brake and have a constant view of the product. Stop the product and remove the battery before you leave your product for any length of time. • There is a risk that wood chips get stuck in the drive system. This can cause the saw chain to get...
Page 13 - Safety devices on the product
• Use boots with saw protection, steel toe-cap and non-slip sole. • Always have a first-aid kit with you.• Risk of sparks. Keep fire extinguishing tools and a shovel near to prevent forest fires. Safety devices on the product WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the prod...
Page 16 - Safety instructions for the cutting equipment
• Keep all cables and extension leads away from water, oil and sharp edges. Make sure that the cable is not caught between doors, fences or similar. • Do not use the battery charger near flammable materials or materials that can cause corrosion. Make sure that the battery charger is not covered. Pul...
Page 17 - Assembly; To assemble the guide bar and saw
saw chain that is damaged or incorrectly sharpened increases the risk of accidents. • Keep the correct depth gauge setting. Obey the instructions and use the recommended depth gauge setting. Too large depth gauge setting increases the risk of kickback. • Make sure that the saw chain has the correct ...
Page 19 - Operation
Operation Introduction WARNING: Read and understand the safety chapter before you use the product. Husqvarna Connect Husqvarna Connect is a free app for your mobile device. The Husqvarna Connect app gives extended functions for your Husqvarna product.• Extended product information.• Information abou...
Page 21 - Common questions about kickback; To start the product
use the product when the kickback occurs that causes the direction of the movement. Kickback only occurs if the kickback zone of the guide bar touches an object. Do not let the kickback zone touch an object. A smaller bar tip radius decreases the force of the kickback.Use a low kickback saw chain to...
Page 23 - To use the cutting technique; To use the spiked bumper
better control of the product and the position of the kickback zone. • To cut on the push stroke is when you cut with the top of the guide bar. The saw chain pushes the product in the direction of the operator. WARNING: If the saw chain is caught in the trunk, the product can be pushed at you. Hold ...
Page 25 - To use the tree felling technique; To keep a safe distance
b) Select the applicable cutting technique for the tension in the branch. WARNING: If you are not sure about how to cut the branch, speak to a professional chainsaw operator before you continue. 2. Remove the limbs on the top of the trunk. a) Keep the product on the trunk and let the guide bar move ...
Page 29 - Maintenance; Introduction
4. Keep a position where the tree or branch can not hit you when the tension is released. 5. Make one or more cuts of sufficient depth necessary to decrease the tension. Cut at or near the point of maximum tension. Make the tree or branch break at the point of maximum tension. WARNING: Do not cut st...
Page 30 - To do a check of the front hand guard
Maintenance Before use Weekly Monthly Make sure that the cutter and cutter guard have no cracks and that they are not damaged. Replace the cutter or cutter guard if they have cracks or if they have been exposed to impact. X Make sure that the guide bar and saw chain have sufficient oil. X Do a check...
Page 31 - To do a check of the battery and the
2. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around the handles and hold the product tight. 3. Apply full power and tilt your left wrist against the front hand guard to engage the chain brake. The saw chain must stop immediately. WARNING: Do not let go of the front handle! To do a check of the power trigger lock...
Page 32 - Information about the guide bar and saw chain
2. Clean the cooling slots and battery connectors. 3. Make sure that the battery has no cracks or other damages. To do a check of the battery charger 1. Make sure that the battery charger and the power supply cord is not damaged. Look for cracks and other damages. To clean the cooling system The coo...
Page 34 - To adjust the tension of the saw chain
Note: Refer to Filing equipment and filing angles on page 42 for information about which file and gauge that Husqvarna recommends for your saw chain. 2. Apply the file gauge correctly on to the cutter. Refer to the instruction supplied with the file gauge. 3. Move the file from the inner side of the...
Page 37 - To adjust the chain oil flow; Troubleshooting; User interface
7. Turn the guide bar daily to extend its life cycle. To adjust the chain oil flow WARNING: Stop the motor before you make adjustments to the oil pump. • Turn the adjustment screw for the oil pump. Use a screwdriver or the combination wrench. a) Turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise to increase...
Page 38 - Battery charger; Transportation, storage and disposal; Transportation and storage
Problem Possible faults Possible solution Red error LED flashes. The battery is empty. Charge the battery. Temperature deviation. Use the battery in temperatures between -10°C (14°F) and 40°C (104°F). Overvoltage. Remove the battery from the battery charger. Red error LED comes on. Cell difference i...
Page 39 - Technical data
Technical data Technical data 540i XP 540i XPG Motor Type BLDC (brushless) 36V BLDC (brushless) 36V Features Low energy mode savE savE Lubrication system Type of oil pump Adjustable Adjustable Oil tank capacity, liter/cm 2 0.18/180 0.18/180 Weight Chainsaw without battery, guide bar, saw chain and e...
Page 40 - Accessories; Guide bar and saw chain combinations
540i XP 540i XPG Maximum chain speed / (savE), m/s 24 (18) 24 (18) Radio frequency data for Bluetooth ® Frequency band, GHz 2.4–2.4835 2.4–2.4835 Output power, max dBm 0 0 0 Technical data 540i XP 540i XPG Motor Type BLDC (brushless) 36V BLDC (brushless) 36V Features Low energy mode savE savE Lubric...
Page 43 - Approved battery chargers
Battery BLi200X BLi300 40-B220X 40-B330X Battery capacity, Ah 5.2 9.4 6 9 Nominal voltage, V 36 36 36 36 Weight, lb/kg 3.0/1.4 4.4/2.0 3.0/1.4 4.4/2.0 Approved battery chargers Battery charger QC500 Input voltage, V 100-240 Frequency, Hz 50-60 Power, W 500 1065 - 011 - 06.05.2024 43
Page 44 - Declaration of Conformity; EU Declaration of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declare on our sole responsibility that the product: Description Cordless battery chainsaw Brand Husqvarna Type / Model 540i XP ® , 540i XPG ® Identification Serial numbers datin...
Page 45 - UK Declaration of Conformity
UK Declaration of Conformity We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declare on our sole responsibility that the product: Description Cordless battery chainsaw Brand Husqvarna Type / Model 540i XP ® , 540i XPG ® Identification Serial numbers dating from 2020 and onwards co...
Page 46 - Registered trademarks
Registered trademarks The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, inc. and any use of such marks by Husqvarna is under license. 46 1065 - 011 - 06.05.2024
Page 47 - Supplier's Declaration of Conformity
Supplier's Declaration of Conformity 540i XP ® , 540i XPG ® Responsible PartyHusqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc 8825 Statesville Road, Charlotte, NC 28269USA Tel: +1 704 597 5000www.husqvarna.com/us/support/e-mail/ 1065 - 011 - 06.05.2024 47
Page 48 - Warranty; AMERICAN STANDARD SAFETY
Warranty AMERICAN STANDARD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR CHAIN SAW USERS(ANSI B175.1-2012 Annex C)KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.Tip contact i...
