Husqvarna 346XP User Manual

Operator´s manual
Please read these instructions carefully and make sure
you understand them before using the machine.
English
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Husqvarna 346XP Specifications

General

Brand	Husqvarna
Model	346XP
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English

Summary

Key to Symbols

Symbols

Explains the meaning of various safety and operational symbols used in the manual.

Safety Instructions

Personal Protective Equipment

Details essential gear for operator safety, including helmets, hearing protection, and gloves.

Chain Saw Safety Equipment

Outlines critical safety features of the saw and their functions for safe operation.

Chain Brake and Front Hand Guard

Throttle Lock

Chain Catcher

Right Hand Guard

Vibration Damping System

Stop Switch

Muffler

Inspecting and Servicing Safety Equipment

Cutting Equipment

Cutting Equipment for Kickback Reduction

Sharpening and Raker Clearance

Chain Tensioning

Lubricating Cutting Equipment

Needle Bearing Maintenance

Cutting Equipment Wear

Chain Drive Sprocket

Bar Maintenance

How to Avoid Kickback

General Safety Precautions

General Working Instructions

Basic Cutting Technique

Tree Felling Technique

Felling Process

Freeing Trapped Trees

Cutting Tensioned Branches

Limbing Techniques

Cutting Trunk into Logs

What is What?

Assembly

Mounting Guide Bar and Chain

Instructions for attaching the guide bar and saw chain to the chainsaw unit.

Fuel Handling

Fuel Mix

Details on mixing petrol and two-stroke oil, including correct ratios and safety precautions.

Fuelling

Start and Stop

Starting the Chain Saw

Step-by-step instructions for starting the chainsaw engine, including cold and warm starts.

Stopping the Chain Saw

Procedure for shutting down the chainsaw engine safely using the stop switch.

Maintenance

Carburettor Adjustment

Details on adjusting the carburettor for optimal performance and engine health.

Starter Device Maintenance

Air Filter Maintenance

Spark Plug Check

Muffler Care

Needle Bearing Maintenance

Oil Pump Adjustment

Heated Handles Operation

Electrically Heated Carburettor

Winter Use Precautions

Daily Maintenance Schedule

Weekly Maintenance Schedule

Monthly Maintenance Schedule

Technical Data

Bar and Chain Combinations