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Husqvarna 261 User Manual

Husqvarna 261
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Please read these instructions carefully and make
sure you understand them before using the saw.
Operator's manual (EPA)
261
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Husqvarna 261 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHusqvarna
Model261
CategoryChainsaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

KEY TO SYMBOLS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Personal Protective Equipment

Essential gear for operator safety.

Chain Saw Safety Equipment

Features and inspection of safety devices.

Inspecting and Servicing Safety Equipment

Checks for brake, guard, and catcher functionality.

Cutting Equipment

Choosing and maintaining bars and chains.

Chain Sharpening and Raker Clearance

Instructions for chain sharpening and depth adjustment.

Chain Tensioning

Proper method to ensure chain tightness.

Lubricating Cutting Equipment

Ensuring proper oil flow for bar and chain.

Bar Maintenance

Checking wear and condition of the saw bar.

HOW TO AVOID KICKBACK

What is Kickback?

Definition and causes of sudden chain movement.

General Kickback Avoidance Rules

Techniques and practices to minimize kickback risk.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Fuel Safety

Precautions for handling fuel and refuelling.

Starting Procedures

Safe steps for starting the engine.

GENERAL WORKING INSTRUCTIONS

Basic Safety Rules

Fundamental safety practices for chainsaw operation.

Basic Cutting Technique

Tree Felling Technique

Safe Distance and Felling Direction

Ensuring safety zone and controlling fall direction.

Limbing and Cutting Tensioned Branches

Techniques for removing branches and cutting stressed wood.

WHAT IS WHAT?

ASSEMBLY

Mounting Guide Bar and Chain

Step-by-step instructions for attaching the bar and chain.

FUEL HANDLING

Fuel Mix and Gasoline

Proper gasoline and oil mixture ratios.

Fuelling Precautions

Safe procedures for refuelling the chainsaw.

START AND STOP

Starting the Engine

Procedures for starting cold and warm engines.

Stopping the Engine

Method for safely shutting off the engine.

MAINTENANCE

Carburetor Adjustment

Tuning the fuel-air mixture for optimal performance.

Starter Device Maintenance

Procedures for starter cord and recoil spring.

Engine Components Maintenance

Air filter, spark plug, muffler, and oil pump care.

Cooling System and Air Injection

Maintaining engine temperature and cleaning airflow.

Maintenance Schedules

Daily, weekly, and monthly checks for longevity.

TECHNICAL DATA

Recommended Bar and Chain Combinations

Optimal cutting equipment for the saw model.

FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

Your Warranty Rights and Obligations

Owner's responsibilities and warranty coverage details.

Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage

Details on what the manufacturer covers.

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