User manual HUSQVARNA 435 E

[. . . ] Operator’s manual (EPA II, CARB) 435 435e 440e Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. English 115 10 82-95 Rev. 2 2008-04-11 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 Filing with oil and adjusting oil flow. [. . . ] Air purge (2): Press the air purge diaphragm repeatedly until fuel fills the diaphragm (at least 6 times). The diaphragm need not be completely filled. 2 A 1 Grip the front handle with your left hand. Hold the chain saw on the ground by placing your right foot through the rear handle. Pull the starter handle with your right hand and pull out the starter cord slowly until you feel a resistance (as the starter pawls engage) then pull firmly and rapidly until the engine fires (3). Push down the red choke control (4) as soon as the engine fires which can be heard through a "puff" sound. 115 10 82-95 Rev. 2 2008-04-11 English – 21 STARTING AND STOPPING Note!The right hand should be on the rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle. 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. Without a bar and chain attached to the chain saw the clutch can come loose and cause serious injury. • The chain brake is released by moving the front hand guard marked ”PULL BACK TO RESET” back, towards the front handle. Stopping • The chain brake should be activated when starting. This method is very dangerous because you may lose control of the saw. To avoid involuntary start up, the spark plug cap must always be removed from the spark plug when the machine is unsupervised. • • Never start the machine indoors. Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no risk of people or animals coming into contact with the cutting equipment. 22 – English 115 10 82-95 Rev. 2 2008-04-11 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 all parts of the chain saw are tightened correctly and that they are not damaged or missing. Follow the instructions above, but do not use a chain saw in a situation where you cannot call for help in case of an accident. 2 Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings added risks, such as icy ground, unpredictable felling direction, etc. Take great care when removing small branches and avoid cutting bushes (i. e. Small branches can be grabbed by the chain and thrown back at you, causing serious injury. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc. ) in case you have to move suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping ground. 3 10 Check the chain tension. General working instructions IMPORTANT! [. . . ] Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders or any combination of these persons may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use. Do not operate a chain saw when you are fatigued. Use safety footwear; snug-fitting clothing, protective gloves, and eye, hearing and head protection devices. Move the chain saw at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling point before starting the engine. [. . . ]