Husqvarna Rancher 55 Manuel d'utilisateur

EEEEnnnngggglllliiiisssshhhh 55 Oper ator ′ s manual Please r ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions befo

10 – EnglishGENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSMufflerThe muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user.In

English – 11GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSSome terms that describe the bar and chainTo maintain the safety features of the cutting equipment, you should r

12 – EnglishGENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSSharpening cutting teethTo sharpen cutting teeth you will need a round file and a file gauge. See instructions und

English – 13GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS• Raise the tip of the bar and stretch the chain by tightening the chain tensioning screw using the combination

14 – EnglishGENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSNeedle bearing lubricationBoth versions of sprockets have a needle bearing on the drive shaft, which has to be g

English – 15ASSEMBLYFitting the bar and chainCheck that the chain brake is in disengaged position by moving the front hand guard towards the front han

16 – EnglishFUEL HANDLINGFuelNote! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine and must always be run using a mixture of petrol and two-stroke oi

English – 17FUEL HANDLINGFuellingClean the area around the fuel cap. Clean the fuel and chain oil tanks regularly. The fuel filter must be replaced at

18 – EnglishSTARTING AND STOPPINGStarting and stoppingCold engineStarting: The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started. Activate the

English – 19STARTING AND STOPPING• Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all covers are fitted correctly. See instructions under the headin

2 – English KEY T O SYMBOLS Symbols on the mac hine: W ARNING! Chain saws can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fat

20 – EnglishWORKING TECHNIQUESBefore use:1 Check that the chain brake works correctly and is not damaged.2 Check that the rear right hand guard is not

English – 21WORKING TECHNIQUES6 Before moving your chain saw switch off the engine and lock the chain using the chain brake. Carry the chain saw with

22 – EnglishWORKING TECHNIQUESCutting with the bottom edge of the bar, i.e. from the top of the object downwards, is known as cutting on the pull stro

English – 23WORKING TECHNIQUESCuttingIf you have a pile of logs, each log you attempt to cut should be removed from the pile, placed on a saw horse or

24 – EnglishWORKING TECHNIQUESFelling directionThe aim is to fell the tree in a position where you can limb and cross-cut the log as easily as possibl

English – 25WORKING TECHNIQUESNext make the bottom cut so that it finishes exactly at the end of the top cut.The directional cuts should run 1/4 of the

26 – EnglishWORKING TECHNIQUESFreeing a tree that has fallen badly Freeing a ”trapped tree”It is very dangerous to remove a trapped tree and there is

English – 27WORKING TECHNIQUESHow to avoid kickbackWhat is kickback?The word kickback is used to describe the sudden reaction that causes the chain sa

28 – EnglishMAINTENANCEGeneralThe user must only carry out the maintenance and service work described in this Operator’s Manual. More extensive work m

English – 29MAINTENANCEHigh speed jet HAt the factory the engine is adjusted at sea level. When working at a high altitude or in different weather con

English – 3 CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: ... 2Symbols in the operator’s man

30 – EnglishMAINTENANCEGrasp the chain saw firmly, wrapping your fingers and thumbs around the handles.Apply full throttle and activate the chain brake

English – 31MAINTENANCEMufflerNever use a machine that has a faulty muffler.Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine.Some muf

32 – EnglishMAINTENANCETensioning the recoil spring• Hook the starter cord in the notch in the pulley and turn the starter pulley about 2 turns clockw

English – 33MAINTENANCEthat the electrode gap is 0.5 mm. The spark plug should be replaced after about a month in operation or earlier if necessary.No

34 – EnglishMAINTENANCEWinter useRunning problems can occur when using the machine in the cold and snowy conditions caused by:• Too low engine tempera

English – 35MAINTENANCEMaintenance scheduleThe following is a list of the maintenance that must be performed on the machine. Most of the items are des

36 – EnglishTECHNICAL DATATechnical dataNote 1: Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power (LWA) in conformity with EC directive 2000/

English – 37TECHNICAL DATABar and chain combinationsThe following combinations are CE approved. Saw chain filing and file gauges Bar ChainLength, inch P

38 – EnglishTECHNICAL DATA´®z+R-^¶6o¨´®z+R-^¶6o¨EC-declaration of conformity(Applies to Europe only)Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel +46

4 – English INTR ODUCTION Dear Customer , Cong ratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates

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English – 5 WHA T IS WHA T? What is what on the c hain saw?1314151718192016222524217232135461291011782627 1 Cylinder cover2 Front handle3 Front ha

6 – English GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS Bef ore using a new chain saw • Please read this manual carefully.• Check that the cutting equipment is cor

English – 7 GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS chain sa w usage if possible. Your dealer, forestry school or your library can provide information about wh

8 – English GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS • This movement activates a spring-loaded mechanism that tightens the brake band (C) around the engine driv

English – 9 GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS Will m y inetria activated chain brake always activate during kickback in the event of a kickback?No. First