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General| Engine Power | 4.9 kW |
|---|---|
| Cylinder Displacement | 93.6 cc |
| Ignition System | Electronic |
| Weight | 7.9 kg |
| Fuel Tank Volume | 0.9 liters |
| Oil Tank Volume | 0.5 liters |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8 inch |
| Chain Gauge | 0.058 inch |
| Bar Length | 20-28 inches |
Critical warnings about chain saw dangers, manual importance, and PPE.
Instructions on proper grip, avoiding tip contact, and safe operating practices.
Procedures for maintenance, visual checks, and engine stop safety.
Guidance on refuelling and adjusting chain oil flow for optimal lubrication.
Explains symbols related to PPE, cleaning, refuelling, and certification requirements.
Essential checks before operating a new chain saw, including manual review, equipment, and lubrication.
Explains how carburetor, air filter, and chain maintenance affect performance and longevity.
Critical warnings about unauthorized modifications, inherent tool dangers, and health hazards.
Explains safety labels regarding kickback and the UL certification.
Details EPA emission compliance regulations (Phase 1 and Phase 2) for the engine.
Covers health warnings for exhaust emissions and product development information.
Provides contact details for customer assistance and website access.
Stresses the necessity of using approved PPE to reduce injury severity, though it cannot eliminate risk.
Lists required PPE: helmet, hearing protection, goggles/visor, gloves, trousers, boots, and clothing.
Warns about permanent hearing impairment from high noise levels and mandates hearing protection.
Advises keeping a first aid kit nearby for immediate medical assistance.
Details the chain brake's function, manual/automatic activation methods, and its mechanism.
Emphasizes avoiding kickback zones, tip contact, and understanding kickback severity.
Mandates engaging the brake at start-up and explains its use for temporary stops.
Addresses how hand grip during felling might affect chain brake activation.
Explains the throttle lock's purpose: preventing accidental throttle control activation.
Describes the chain catcher's role in catching a snapped or jumped chain.
Details the right hand guard's function in protecting the hand from chain snags or jumps.
Explains the vibration damping system's design to reduce vibration and ease operation.
Warns about health risks from excessive vibration exposure, including circulatory and nerve damage.
Instructs on using the stop switch to turn off the engine.
Explains the muffler's role in noise reduction and warns about its high operating temperature.
Addresses the requirement for spark arrestor mesh in specific climates and its maintenance.
Emphasizes the need for trained personnel for servicing safety equipment.
Details checks for chain brake band wear, inertia release, and trigger operation.
Guides on checking the front hand guard for free movement and secure anchoring.
Describes the procedure to test the inertia brake release mechanism.
Outlines how to test the brake trigger's operation after starting the engine.
Details checks for chain brake band wear, inertia release, and trigger operation.
Verifies the correct function and condition of front/right hand guards and the throttle lock.
Inspects the vibration damping units for cracks, deformation, and secure attachment.
Ensures the stop switch functions correctly and the chain catcher is undamaged.
Confirms the muffler is securely attached and not damaged.
Explains the need for regular cleaning of the spark arrestor mesh to prevent engine overheating.
Introduces the section on choosing and maintaining cutting equipment for safety and performance.
Discusses using equipment designed for kickback reduction and warns against faulty components.
Explains how a smaller bar tip radius reduces the kickback zone and risk.
Describes how different chain link types affect kickback reduction.
Classifies chain types by their level of kickback reduction (Low, Standard, High, Extra high).
Defines key terms related to bars and chains, including pitch, drive link width, and groove width.
Introduces chain sharpening and raker clearance adjustment, warning about dull chains.
Explains the cutting teeth, raker lip, and how cutting depth is determined.
Lists five key factors for sharpening cutting teeth: filing angle, cutting angle, file position, file diameter, and file depth.
Details the process of sharpening cutting teeth using a round file and file gauge.
Advises on filing teeth to a uniform length and replacing the chain when teeth wear down to 4 mm.
Provides guidance on setting raker clearance and warns about issues like incorrect filing angle.
Advises using a raker gauge for setting clearance and warns about excessive clearance increasing kickback risk.
Details the correct procedure for tensioning the chain to prevent slack and jumping.
Emphasizes the importance of proper lubrication to prevent chain snapping and wear.
Recommends specific chain oils and notes alternatives, warning against waste oil.
Explains the automatic chain lubrication system and tank sizing for fuel/oil balance.
Provides a method to check for adequate chain lubrication by observing oil spray.
Instructs on lubricating the bar tip sprocket using a special grease gun.
Details the regular lubrication requirement for the needle bearing on the drive shaft.
Outlines daily checks for chain wear, including rivets, links, stiffness, and wear.
Advises comparing chains for wear and replacing the chain when cutting teeth reach 4 mm length.
Recommends regular inspection of the drive sprocket for wear and replacing it if needed.
Guides on inspecting the bar for burrs, worn grooves, and uneven tips, recommending maintenance.
Reiterates key safety points: PPE, training, kickback avoidance, and checking safety features.
Explains kickback, its sudden nature, and the severe injury potential.
Defines kickback as the sudden reaction when the kickback zone touches an object.
Clarifies that kickback occurs in the bar's cutting plane when the kickback zone contacts an object.
Provides general rules for avoiding kickback, including proper grip and standing firm.
Differentiates between pulling chain (safer) and pushing chain (higher kickback risk) cutting.
Advises using recommended equipment and proper sharpening to prevent kickback.
Lists general safety rules, including using only recommended accessories and avoiding operation when impaired.
Details essential pre-operation checks of the saw's safety features and components.
Covers safety precautions before starting, including ventilation and ensuring all parts are fitted.
Advises observing the surroundings to ensure safety for people and animals.
Warns about the flammability of fuel and vapor, advising careful handling of fuel and oil.
Outlines critical refueling steps: engine off, ventilation, moving away before starting.
Prohibits starting the machine if fuel or oil has been spilled on it.
Provides guidelines for safe transport and storage of the chain saw and fuel.
Covers general safety rules, emphasizing professional skills and seeking advice.
Advises against operating the machine in adverse weather conditions due to increased risks.
Warns about the danger of small branches being caught by the chain and causing injury.
Instructs to never leave a running saw unattended and to switch off before leaving it.
Emphasizes maintaining a safe stance and checking the area for obstacles, especially on slopes.
Warns about the dangers of cutting tensioned logs and the risk of sudden spring back.
Details procedures for stopping the engine, locking the chain, and carrying the saw.
Provides general principles for cutting, including using full throttle and reducing speed after cuts.
Lists five critical factors to consider before making a cut for safety and proper technique.
Explains strategies for cutting logs based on support, tension, and avoiding jamming.
Provides immediate safety instructions if the chain jams in the cut.
Describes the technique for limbing thick branches, similar to general cutting.
Addresses the risk of splitting when cutting logs supported at one end.
Warns that tree felling requires significant experience and advises against attempting beyond skill level.
Specifies the minimum safe distance (2.5 tree lengths) for personnel during felling.
Guides on planning felling direction and preparing the area by clearing branches and retreat paths.
Lists factors influencing a tree's natural falling direction (lean, bend, wind, branches, snow).
Explains the three-cut process for felling: directional cuts (top/bottom) and felling cut.
Details how to make the directional cuts, including the top and bottom cut placement.
Specifies the depth and angle for directional cuts to control felling direction.
Describes how to make the horizontal felling cut, ensuring proper depth and alignment.
Explains the felling hinge and its role in controlling the direction of the fall.
Recommends using a bar longer than the tree diameter for effective felling cuts.
Warns against felling trees larger than the bar length without special training due to increased risk.
Warns that most kickback accidents occur during limbing and advises caution with tensioned branches.
Provides guidance on safe positioning and grip for limbing operations.
Details how to assess and safely release tension in branches before cutting.
Strictly prohibits cutting straight through tensioned branches to avoid injury.
Highlights the danger and high accident risk associated with removing trapped trees.
Recommends using a winch as the safest method for freeing trapped trees.
Identifies the engine housing, starting mechanism, fuel/oil systems, and primary controls.
Details components of the cutting system, including bar, chain, sprocket, and protective guards.
Covers operational controls like throttle lock, decompression valve, and adjustment features.
Refers to essential documentation like the operator's manual and safety decals.
Stresses the importance of wearing gloves during chain and bar assembly to prevent injury.
Ensures the chain brake is disengaged before starting assembly.
Provides step-by-step instructions for removing covers, fitting the bar, and placing the chain.
Details how to tension the chain correctly and checks for proper tension.
Advises frequent chain tension checks during the initial break-in period of a new chain.
Specifies fuel type (unleaded gasoline) and octane grade, warning against knocking.
Details the correct fuel-to-oil mixing ratio and the procedure for mixing.
Discusses environmentally friendly fuel options and the engine running-in procedure.
Recommends specific Husqvarna two-stroke oils and warns against using unsuitable types.
Explains the automatic chain lubrication system and recommends special chain oil.
Warns against waste oil and advises using oil suitable for ambient temperature to prevent pump damage.
Lists essential safety precautions during refueling to prevent fire hazards.
Advises on regular cleaning of fuel and oil tanks and replacing the fuel filter.
Outlines critical safety checks before starting the chain saw to prevent accidents.
Details the specific steps for starting a cold engine, including brake engagement and choke use.
Explains the starting procedure for a warm engine, omitting the choke step.
Describes the correct technique for pulling the starter cord and safety notes regarding cord extension.
Explains how to disengage the throttle latch once the engine starts to prevent clutch wear.
Instructs on how to disengage the chain brake, making the saw ready for use.
Details the simple procedure for stopping the engine by switching off the ignition.
Explains that limiter caps restrict carburetor adjuster screws to a maximum of 1/2 turn.
Describes the carburetor's role in mixing air and fuel for optimal engine performance.
Covers factory basic settings and the importance of a proper running-in period for the engine.
Advises on fine-tuning the carburetor after the running-in period, preferably by a qualified person.
Details the procedure for adjusting the low speed jet (L) for proper acceleration and idling.
Explains how to adjust the idle speed using the T-screw for smooth operation.
Discusses adjusting the high speed jet (H) for altitude and weather, warning about potential damage.
Describes signs of a correctly adjusted carburetor, such as smooth acceleration and no idle chain rotation.
Provides instructions for replacing a broken or worn starter cord.
Details how to tension the recoil spring and guides on replacing a broken recoil spring.
Details the steps for fitting or refitting the starter mechanism correctly.
Explains the importance of cleaning or replacing the air filter to prevent malfunctions and ensure performance.
Covers factors affecting spark plug condition and outlines checks for cleaning and gap setting.
Explains the muffler's function and the maintenance of its spark arrestor mesh.
Details the regular lubrication requirement for the needle bearing on the drive shaft.
Identifies cooling system components and advises on regular cleaning to prevent overheating.
Explains how to adjust the oil pump to control chain lubrication flow based on bar length.
Describes the centrifugal cleaning system that uses cooling fan air to expel dirt from the carburetor.
Explains the operation of the heated handles on specific models (395XPG) for cold weather use.
Describes the electrical carburetor heating system on the 395XPG model to prevent icing.
Lists potential operating problems in cold weather and methods to adapt the saw.
Provides instructions for fitting a winterising kit to adapt the saw for cold weather.
Explains how to adjust airflow for temperatures at or below 0°C to prevent icing.
Verifies smooth throttle operation and safe functioning of the chain brake.
Advises on cleaning/replacing the air filter and checking the chain catcher.
Recommends daily bar turning and checking lubrication holes and oil supply.
Covers sharpening the chain and checking its tension and overall condition.
Advises checking the drive sprocket for wear and replacing it if needed.
Inspects starter components, including air intake, starter, and cord, for wear or damage.
Verifies that fasteners are tight and tests the stop switch functionality.
Lists essential maintenance tasks to be performed weekly.
Outlines important maintenance tasks to be performed monthly.
Lists detailed specifications for the engine, including volume, bore, stroke, speed, and power.
Provides details on the ignition system, carburetor, and fuel/oil tank capacities.
Covers the weight of the saw and dimensions related to the chain and bar.
Recommends specific bar and chain combinations for the saw, noting ANSI category requirements.
Lists available chain gauge and pitch options for compatibility with different bars.
Issues a strong warning about potential severe kickback and the need for experience.
Provides detailed specifications and diagrams for various chain types and their measurements.
Outlines the owner's responsibilities for maintenance and adherence to warranty terms.
Details the manufacturer's warranty period and coverage for emission-related parts.
Explains the procedure for filing warranty claims and locating authorized service dealers.
Lists components covered by the emission warranty and the owner's maintenance obligations.
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