Husqvarna 346XP E-tech User Manual

346XP
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, 346XP
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G, 346XP
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E-tech, 346XP
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G E-tech, 353,
353G, 353 E-tech, 353G E-tech
EN Operator's manual 2-38

Husqvarna 346XP E-tech Specifications

General

Cylinder Displacement	50.1 cm³
Fuel Tank Volume	0.5 l
Chain Pitch	0.325 inches
Weight (excl. cutting equipment)	5 kg
Oil Tank Volume	0.28 l
Bar Length	13-20 in
Power Output	2.5 kW
Chain Gauge	0.05 inches

Summary

Safety Definitions and General Instructions

Safety Labels and Definitions

Explains the meaning of WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE labels.

General Safety Guidelines

Essential rules to follow before and during chainsaw operation.

Safety Instructions for Operation

Kickback Prevention Techniques

Key warnings and techniques to avoid kickback and ensure safe use.

Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Devices

Essential Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Details on required protective gear like helmets, hearing, and eye protection.

Chainsaw Safety Features Overview

Explanation of critical safety features like chain brake and throttle lockout.

Component Safety Checks and Fuel Handling

Muffler Safety and Fuel Handling

Information on the hot muffler and safe fuel handling procedures.

Maintenance Safety and Fuel Precautions

Safe Fuel Handling and Storage

Guidelines for safe refuelling, fuel storage, and spill cleanup.

Safety Procedures for Maintenance

Warnings and procedures for performing maintenance safely.

Chainsaw Assembly

Attaching Guide Bar and Saw Chain

Instructions on how to attach the guide bar and saw chain correctly.

Chainsaw Operation Basics

Pre-Operation Function Check

Checklist to ensure all parts function correctly before use.

Fuel Mixing and Types

Guidance on mixing gasoline and two-stroke oil for the engine.

Fuel and Chain Oil Management

Fuel Mixing Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for preparing the fuel mixture.

Filling Fuel and Chain Oil Tanks

How to safely refuel the chainsaw and fill the chain oil tank.

Kickback Information

Understanding and Preventing Kickback

Explains what kickback is and how to avoid it for user safety.

Kickback Frequently Asked Questions

Addresses frequently asked questions regarding kickback and chain brake.

Starting the Chainsaw

Cold Engine Starting Procedure

Steps for starting the chainsaw when the engine is cold.

Warm Engine Starting Procedure

Steps for starting the chainsaw when the engine is warm.

Safe Felling Practices

Maintaining Safe Distances

Determining Felling Direction

Tree Felling Procedures

Clearing Area and Retreat Path

Making Directional Felling Cuts

Tensioned Branches and Trapped Trees

Cutting Tensioned Branches

Freeing a Trapped Tree

Maintenance Schedule

Daily Maintenance Tasks

Weekly and Monthly Maintenance

Safety Device Checks

Brake Band and Chain Brake Checks

Procedures for inspecting the brake band and chain brake function.

Front Hand Guard and Chain Brake Activation

Verifying the integrity and operation of the front hand guard and chain brake.

Saw Chain Sharpening and Depth Gauge

Sharpening Cutting Teeth

Adjusting Depth Gauge Setting

Saw Chain Tension and Lubrication

Adjusting Saw Chain Tension

Checking Saw Chain Lubrication

Troubleshooting Engine Issues

Engine Fails to Start

Diagnosing and fixing problems when the engine fails to start.

Engine Starts then Stops

Addressing issues where the engine starts but then stops.