User manual HUSQVARNA EPA III

[. . . ] Operator’s manual (EPA III, CARB III) 435 435e 440e Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. English 115 13 80-95 Rev. 3 2008-12-22 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 Filling with oil and adjusting oil flow. [. . . ] Pull the starter handle (5): Keep on pulling the cord powerfully until the engine starts. Warm engine Start position (1): The correct choke/start throttle setting for warm starting is obtained by initially moving the choke control by pulling the red control outward - upwards. Air purge (2): Press the air purge diaphragm repeatedly until fuel fills the diaphragm (at least 6 times). Push down the red choke control (4): This inactivates the choke, which is not needed when starting a warm chain saw. However the movement of the start/stop switch will have engaged a high idle, making warm starting easier. Pull the starter handle (5): Grip the front handle with your left hand. Hold the chain saw on the ground by placing your right foot through the rear handle. ! Starting The chain brake should be activated when starting the chain saw. Activate the chain brake by pushing the front hand guard forwards. 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. Cold engine Start position (1): Set the start/stop switch in the choke position by pulling the red control outward - upward. Air purge (2): Press the air purge diaphragm repeatedly until fuel fills the diaphragm (at least 6 times). As the chain brake is still engaged the speed of the engine must be set to idling as soon as possible, this is achieved by disengaging the throttle lock. This prevents unnecessary wear to the clutch, clutch drum and brake band. Allow the machine to idle a few seconds before giving full throttle. 2 A 1 There is a simplified start reminder with illustrations to describe each step on the rear edge of the saw (A). 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 (3): 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. 115 13 80-95 Rev. 3 2008-12-22 English – 21 STARTING AND STOPPING 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. • Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no risk of people or animals coming into contact with the cutting equipment. Note!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. 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. [. . . ] 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. With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle, when the engine is running. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles. [. . . ]