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Husqvarna 321 EL User Manual

Husqvarna 321 EL
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Please read these instructions carefully and make sure
you understand them before using the machine.
317 EL
321 EL
English
Operator´s manual
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Husqvarna 321 EL Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHusqvarna
Model321 EL
CategoryChainsaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

EC Declaration of Conformity

Symbols Used in Operator's Manual

Visual Inspection Symbol

Indicates the need for visual checks of the equipment.

Extension Cord Safety

Guidelines for selecting and using extension cords safely.

Electrical Safety Symbols

Symbols denoting voltage, wire gauge, and cable length limits.

Symbols on the Chain Saw

Chain Saw Safety Symbols

Key warning and safety symbols specific to chain saw operation.

Important Safety Instructions

General Power Tool Safety

Fundamental safety rules applicable to all power tool operations.

Work Area Safety

Maintaining a clean, well-lit, and hazard-free operational environment.

Electrical Safety Precautions

Precautions for safe electrical connections, grounding, and wet conditions.

Personal Safety Measures

Importance of PPE, staying alert, and maintaining proper footing.

Power Tool Use and Care

Proper handling, maintenance, storage, and avoiding misuse of power tools.

Chain Saw Specific Safety Warnings

Crucial safety advice unique to chain saw operation, including grip and body position.

Kickback Causes and Prevention

Understanding kickback hazards and implementing techniques to avoid them.

Technical Specifications

Model and Weight

Specifications for the 317 EL and 321 EL models, including weight details.

Lubrication and Noise Data

Details on chain oil system capacity and measured noise emission levels.

Vibration and Chain/Bar Specs

Hand-arm vibration data and recommended guide bar/chain specifications.

Chain Saw Parts Identification

Safe Use Guidelines

General Safe Operation Practices

Essential rules for safe handling, operation, and storage of the chainsaw.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Recommended safety gear, including eye, hearing, head, and hand protection.

Starting and Stopping Procedures

Safe Starting Sequence

Step-by-step instructions for safely powering on the chainsaw.

Safe Stopping Sequence

Steps for safely powering off the chainsaw by releasing the trigger.

Daily Inspection and Maintenance

Pre-Use Inspection Checklist

Essential checks of the power cable, ventilation, and chain before each use.

Maintenance Procedures

Key maintenance tasks including lubrication, tensioning, and sprocket checks.

Kickback Prevention

Understanding Kickback Hazards

Explanation of kickback dangers, causes, and potential consequences.

Basic Kickback Avoidance Rules

Fundamental safety practices to prevent kickback during operation.

Grip, Body Position, and Cutting

Techniques for maintaining control through proper grip and posture.

Maintenance's Role in Prevention

How proper maintenance of the chain and bar reduces kickback risk.

Chain Brake and Kickback Guard

Chain Brake Operation

How the chain brake activates automatically or manually for safety.

Kickback Guard Inspection and Function

Checking the guard for damage and ensuring its free movement.

Chain Brake Function Checks

Procedures for testing the manual and inertia-activated chain brakes.

Mounting Guide Bar and Adjusting Chain

Guide Bar and Chain Installation Steps

Detailed instructions for mounting the guide bar and fitting the chain.

Chain Tensioning and Checking

How to properly tension the chain and the importance of regular checks.

Chain Catcher

Functionality and Integrity Check

Purpose of the chain catcher and ensuring it is undamaged.

Right Hand Guard

Protection and Integrity Check

Role of the right hand guard and ensuring it remains undamaged.

Slip Clutch and Overload Protection

Slip Clutch Operation and Service

How the slip clutch protects against overload and its maintenance needs.

Electronic Overload Protection

How the overload protection stops the saw and the procedure to reset it.

Cutting Equipment Maintenance

Benefits of Proper Cutting Tools

How well-maintained equipment enhances safety, efficiency, and lifespan.

Essential Cutting Equipment Rules

Key practices for maintaining cutting tools, including sharpening and tension.

Chain and Guide Bar Lubrication

Chain Oil Requirements

Guidance on selecting, using, and filling the chainsaw's oil reservoir.

Automatic Lubrication System

Explanation of the automatic system and methods to check its functionality.

Checking Chain Wear

Daily inspection criteria for identifying chain wear and damage.

Filing Chain

Importance of a Sharp Chain

Why maintaining a sharp chain is critical for performance and user safety.

Chain Filing Guide

Instructions and recommended tools for correct chain sharpening procedures.

Cutter Wear Limit

Identifying when the chain is worn out and requires replacement.

Limbing Techniques

Limbing Safety Precautions

Crucial safety advice specific to removing branches from trees.

Footing and Control During Limbing

Maintaining balance and proper body positioning for safe limbing.

Crosscutting Techniques

Cutting Log Support Variations

Techniques for cutting logs supported at one, both, or no ends.

Stuck Chain Procedures

Safe methods and precautions if the saw chain becomes jammed in the cut.

Felling Operations Overview

Experience and Qualification Requirements

Warnings regarding the necessity of experience and qualification for felling.

Felling Operations Details

Felling Area Preparation

Clearing the base, identifying retreat lines, and assessing the environment.

Notch Cutting Technique

Step-by-step guide for making the directional notch for felling.

Felling Cut and Hinge Wood

Making the final cut and the critical role of hinge wood in steering.

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