Husqvarna 55 Rancher Manuel De L'opérateur page 3

Contents
KEY TO SYMBOLS
Key to symbols .............................................................
CONTENTS
Contents ......................................................................
Before using a new chain saw .....................................
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment .....................................
Machine ' s safety equipment ........................................
Checking, maintaining and servicing the machine ' s
safety equipment ..........................................................
Cutting equipment ........................................................
How to avoid kickback ..................................................
General safety precautions ..........................................
General working instructions .......................................
WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the chain saw? ..................................
ASSEMBLY
Fitting the bar and chain ..............................................
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel ..............................................................................
STARTING AND STOPPING
Starting and stopping ...................................................
MAINTENANCE
Carburettor ...................................................................
Starter ..........................................................................
Air filter .........................................................................
Spark plug ....................................................................
Muffler ..........................................................................
Needle bearing lubrication ...........................................
Cooling system ............................................................
"Air Injection" centrifugal cleaning ................................
Winter use ....................................................................
Daily maintenance .......................................................
Weekly maintenance ....................................................
Monthly maintenance ...................................................
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data ..............................................................
FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS .....
You will find the following labels on your chain saw
The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the
Emission Compliance label indicates the number of
operating hours for which the engine has been shown to
meet Federal emissions requirements. Category C = 50
hours, B = 125 hours, and A = 300 hours.
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EPA II
Before using a new chain saw
• Please read the operator's manual carefully.
• Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and
adjusted. See instructions under the heading Assembly.
• Refuel, start the chain saw and check the carburettor
settings. See the instructions under the headings Fuel
Handling, Starting and Stopping, and Carburettor.
• Do not use the chain saw until sufficient chain oil has reached
the chain. See instructions under the heading Lubricating
cutting equipment.
IMPORTANT! If the carburettor mixture is too lean it greatly
increases the risk of engine failure. Poor maintenance of the air
filter will cause carbon build-up on the spark plug and lead to
starting difficulties. If the chain is improperly adjusted it will cause
increased wear or damage to the bar, drive sprocket and chain.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control
devices and system may be performed by any nonroad engine
repair establishment or individual.
WARNING! Under no circumstances may the
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design of the machine be modified without
the permission of the manufacturer. Always
use genuine accessories. Non-authorized
modifications and/or accessories can result
in serious personal injury or the death of the
operator or others.
WARNING! A chain saw is a dangerous tool
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if used carelessly or incorrectly and can
cause serious, even fatal injuries. It is very
important that you read and understand the
contents of this operator's manual.
WARNING! The inside of the muffler contain
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chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid
contact with these elements in the event of a
damaged muffler.
WARNING! Long term inhalation of the
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engine's exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and
dust from sawdust can represent a health risk.
WARNING! When using a chain saw, a fire
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extinguisher should be available.
WARNING! Keep handles dry, clean and free
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of oil.
WARNING! Beware of carbon monoxide
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poisoning. Operate the chainsaw in well
ventilated areas only.
WARNING! Do not attempt a pruning or
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limbing operation in a standing tree unless
specifically trained to do so.
Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product
development and therefore reserves the right to modify the
design and appearance of products without prior notice.
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