Husqvarna 545 Operation Manual
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- Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 1
Operator′s manual 545, 545 TrioBrake 550XP, 550XP TrioBrake 550XPG, 550XPG TrioBrake Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. English - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 2
a chain saw holding it with one hand only. Always use the recommended spark plug type! Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder. Check that the spark plug is fitted with a suppressor. Never let the guide bar tip come in contact with any object. Other symbols/decals on the machine - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 3
with oil and adjusting oil flow. The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started. WARNING! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, and cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and towards the operator. May cause serious - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 4
STOPPING Starting and stopping 20 WORKING TECHNIQUES Before use 22 General working instructions 22 How to avoid kickback 28 MAINTENANCE General 29 Carburettor adjustment 29 Checking, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment 29 Muffler 31 Starter 32 Air filter 33 Spark plug 33 - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 5
products, from wood stoves to modern kitchen appliances, sewing machines, bicycles, motorcycles etc. In 1956, the first motor driven lawn mowers appeared, followed by chain saws in 1959, and it is within this area Husqvarna is working today. Today Husqvarna is one of the leading manufacturers in the - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 6
What is what on the chain saw? 1 Cylinder cover 2 Air purge 3 Throttle lockout 4 Rear handle 5 Information and warning decal 6 Combined start and stop switch 7 Fuel tank 8 Starter handle 9 Starter 10 Chain oil tank 11 Bar tip sprocket 12 Guide bar 13 Saw chain 14 Muffler 15 Chain brake and front hand - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 7
circumstances can produce the force necessary to start the machine. This can mean a risk of serious personal injury. Therefore remove the spark plug cap when the machine is not under close supervision. Impor tant IMPORTANT! This chain saw for forest service is designed for forest work such as - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 8
chain saw safety equipment. See instructions under the heading, What is what?, to find where these parts are located on your machine. The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk of accidents can increase if machine maintenance is not carried out correctly and if service and/or repairs - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 9
inertia in the kickback direction. • The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is started to prevent the saw chain from rotating. If the kickback is less violent or the kickback zone of the bar is closer to you the chain brake will be activated manually by the movement of your left hand - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 10
brake is simple, see instructions under the heading Checking, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment. We recommend above to stop the saw chain. Third, the chain brake may be activated but if the bar is too close to and the machine′s handle unit. The body of the chain saw, including the - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 11
contain sparks which can start a fire. Never start the machine saw chain breaking or jumping off the bar. • Obtain optimal cutting performance. • Extend the life of cutting equipment. • Avoid increasing vibration levels. General rules • Only use cutting equipment recommended by us! See instructions - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 12
should replace a worn or damaged bar or chain with a bar and chain combinations recommended by Husqvarna. See instructions under the heading Technical Data for a list of replacement bar and chain combinations we recommend. Guide bar • Length (inches/cm) Saw chain • Chain pitch (inches) • Drive link - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 13
will need a round file and a file gauge. See instructions under the heading Technical data for information on the size of file and gauge that are recommended for the chain fitted to your chain saw. • Check that the chain is correctly tensioned. A slack chain will move sideways, making it more difficult - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 14
tool. • Raise the tip of the bar and stretch the chain by tightening the chain tensioning screw using the combination spanner. Tighten the chain until - English The position of the chain tensioning screw on our chain saws varies from model to model. See instructions under the heading What is what - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 15
recommended cutting equipment (a bar that is too long will use more chain oil). Checking chain lubrication • Check the chain lubrication each time you refuel. See instructions under the heading Lubricating the bar tip sprocket. Aim the tip of the bar at a light coloured surface about 20 cm (8 inches - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 16
of kickback. See instructions under the heading Machine′s safety equipment. Use the recommended protective equipment and check its condition. See instructions under the heading General working instructions. Check that all the chain saw safety features are working. See instructions under the headings - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 17
be tensioned until it does not sag from the underside of the bar. See instructions under the heading Tensioning the chain. Remove the bar nuts and remove the clutch cover (chain brake). Take off the transportation ring (A). The chain is correctly tensioned when it does not sag from the underside - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 18
saws fi instructions HUSQVARNA (rated 20 0,30 0,30 0,45 0,40 0,60 Mixing • Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. • Always start machine is not used for some time the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned. Chain oil • We recommend the use of special oil (chain - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 19
chain. • Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug. Activate the chain brake. • Secure the machine during transport. Long-term storage Empty the fuel/oil tanks in a well ventilated area. Store the fuel in approved cans in a safe place. Fit the guide bar cover. Clean the machine. See instructions - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 20
be engaged when the chain saw is started to reduce the chance of contact with the moving chain during starting. Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all covers are fitted correctly. Otherwise the clutch can come loose and cause personal injuries. Place the machine on firm ground. Make - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 21
mist and dust from sawdust can represent a health risk. • Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all covers are fitted correctly. See instructions under the heading Assembly. Without a bar and chain attached to the chain saw the clutch can come loose and cause serious injury. Stopping - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 22
under the heading How to avoid kickback. Before using a chain saw you must understand the difference between cutting with the top and bottom edges of the bar. See instructions under the headings How to avoid kickback and Machine's safety equipment. Wear personal protective equipment. See - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 23
of the chain saw body rests naturally on the trunk when cutting. Cutting on the pull stroke gives the operator better control over the chain saw and the position of the kickback zone. 9 Follow the instructions on sharpening and maintaining your bar and chain. When you replace the bar and English - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 24
you can avoid these problems by cutting in two stages; from the top and from the bottom. You need to support the object so that it will not trap the chain or split during cutting. IMPORTANT! If the chain jams in the cut: stop the engine! Don't try to pull the chain saw free. If you - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 25
of experience to fell a tree. Inexperienced users of chain saws should not fell trees. Do not attempt any task Start by cutting from below (about 1/3 of the way through). Finish by cutting from above so that the two cuts meet. The log is supported at both ends. There is a high risk that the chain - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 26
instructions under the heading Freeing a tree that has fallen badly. IMPORTANT! During critical felling operations, hearing protectors should be lifted immediately when sawing using to the saw's felling direction mark (1) toward a chain/bar slowly into the tree. Make sure the tree does not start - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 27
start to fall by itself or with the aid of a felling wedge or breaking bar. We recommend that you use a bar instructions under the heading Technical data section to find out which lengths of bar are recommended for your saw safe method is to put aside your chain saw and use a winch. General advice: - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 28
. Keep the trunk between you and the chain saw as you move along the trunk. Cutting the trunk into logs See instructions under the heading Basic cutting technique. Kickback always occurs in the cutting plane of the bar. Normally the chain saw and bar are thrown backwards and upwards towards the - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 29
same sound experience as when the chain saw 4cycles. Checking, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment Note! All service and repair work on the machine demands special training. This is especially true of the machine's safety equipment. If your machine fails any of the checks described - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 30
the inertia brake release Checking the brake trigger Place the chain saw on firm ground and start it. Make sure the chain does not touch the ground or any other object. See the instructions under the heading Start and stop. Place the chain saw, with the engine switched off, on a stump or other - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 31
of the chain saw. NOTE! The start/stop switch automatically returns to run position. In order to prevent unintentional starting, the spark plug cap must be removed from the spark plug when assembling, checking and/or performing maintenance. Muffler Right hand guard Never use a machine that has - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 32
MAINTENANCE use a muffler if the spark arrestor mesh is missing or defective. • Pull out the cord direct the exhaust gases away from the operator. The exhaust gases are hot and can contain sparks, which may cause fire if directed against dry and combustible material. A muffler equipped with a - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 33
cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes, which may result in operating problems and starting difficulties. If the machine is low on power, difficult to start or runs poorly at idle speed: always check the spark plug first before taking any further action. If the spark plug is dirty, clean it - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 34
good quality bearing grease. Recommended settings: Bar 13"-15": Minimum flow Bar 16"-18": Medium flow Bar -20": Maximum flow WARNING! The engine system results in the machine overheating which causes damage to the piston and cylinder. Note! The cooling system on a chain saw with catalytic converter - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 35
Winter use Running problems can occur when using the machine in the cold the heat from the cylinder. Temperature 0°C or colder: Part number: 522 98 66 bar and the rear handle are equipped with electrical heating coils. These are supplied with electricity from a generator built into the chain saw - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 36
saws with a catalytic converter, check the cooling system daily. Monthly maintenance Check the brake band on the chain brake for wear. Replace when less than 0.6 mm (0,024 inch) remains at the most worn point. Check the clutch centre, clutch drum and clutch spring for wear. Clean the spark plug - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 37
2,5/9600 Ignition system Spark plug NGK CMR6H Electrode gap, mm 0,5 Fuel and lubrication system Fuel tank capacity, litre 0,52 Oil pump capacity at 9,000 rpm, ml/min 5-12 Oil tank capacity, litre 0,27 Type of oil pump Automatic Weight Chain saw without bar or chain, empty tanks, kg - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 38
Spark plug NGK CMR6H NGK CMR6H Electrode gap, mm 0,5 0,5 Fuel and lubrication system Fuel tank capacity, litre 0,49 0,52 Oil pump capacity at 9,000 rpm, ml/min 5-12 5-12 Oil tank capacity, litre 0,27 0,27 Type of oil pump Automatic Automatic Weight Chain saw without bar or chain - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 39
attachments are approved for the models Husqvarna 545, 545 TrioBrake, 550XP, 550XP TrioBrake, 550XPG and 550XPG TrioBrake. Length, inch 13 15 16 18 13 15 16 18 20 Guide bar Pitch, inch Gauge, mm 0,325 1,3 0,325 1,5 Max. nose radius 10T 10T 12T Saw chain Type Length, drive links (no.) 56 - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 40
AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declares under sole responsibility that the chain saws for forest service Husqvarna 545, 545 TrioBrake, 550XP, 550XP TrioBrake, 550XPG and 550XPG TrioBrake from 2011's serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on - Husqvarna 545 | Operation Manual - Page 41
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545 TrioBrake
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