Husqvarna 562 XP G Owners Manual
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- Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 1
Operator's manual 555 560XP 560XPG 562XP 562XPG Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. English - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 2
this symbol it is equipped with heated handles. Recommended cutting equipment in this example: Bar length 18 inches - Max tooth count for the bar nose sprocket is 11T - Chain type Husqvarna H42 Other approved bar and chain combinations in Operator's Manual. Measured maximum kickback value with brake - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 3
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 personal injury. The Emissions - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 4
and servicing chain saw safety equipment 29 Muffler 31 Starter 32 Air filter 33 Spark plug 33 Lubricating the bar tip sprocket 33 Needle bearing lubrication 33 Adjustment of the oil pump 34 Cooling system 34 "Air Injection" centrifugal cleaning 34 Winter use 34 Heated handles 35 - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 5
, service, maintenance etc) the life span and the second-hand value of the machine can be extended. If you ever lend or sell this machine, make sure that the borrower or buyer gets the operator′s manual, so they will also know how to properly maintain and use it. Thank you for using a Husqvarna - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 6
10 Air purge 11 Muffler 12 Bar tip sprocket 13 Chain 14 Bar 15 Bumper spike 16 Chain catcher 17 Clutch cover 18 Rear handle with right hand guard 19 Throttle control 20 Throttle lockout 21 Decompression valve 22 Oil pump adjustment screw 23 Switch for heated handle (560XPG, 562XPG) 24 Information - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 7
a new chain saw • Please read this manual carefully. • Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See instructions under the heading Assembly. • Refuel and start the chain saw. See the instructions under the headings Fuel Handling and Starting and Stopping. • Do not use the - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 8
instructions under the heading Checking, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment. See instructions under the heading, What is what?, to find where these parts a first aid kit nearby. • Fire Extinguisher bar never touches any object. • The chain brake (A) can either be activated manually - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 9
bar is closer to you the chain brake is designed to be activated manually by the movement of your left hand. • Use the chain brake as a "parking brake" when starting , towards the front handle. • In the felling position the left hand is in a position that makes manual activation of the chain - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 10
if the bar and chain are properly serviced and maintained (see instructions under the heading General working instructions). Right hand guard Apart from protecting your hand if the chain jumps or snaps, the right hand guard stops branches and twigs from interfering with your grip on the rear handle - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 11
and may contain sparks which can start a fire. Never start the machine indoors or near combustible 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 562 XP G | Owners 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. Bar • Length (inches/cm) Chain • Chain pitch (inches) • Drive link width (mm - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 13
more pressure to force the bar through the wood and the thick chips or shavings. • The cutting part of the chain is called the cutter file and a file gauge. See instructions under the heading Technical data for information 5/32 inch (4 mm) the chain is worn out and should be replaced. min 4 mm (5/32 - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 14
tensioning screw on our chain saws varies from model to model. See instructions under the heading What is what? to find out where it is and also maintain its flow characteristics regardless of whether it is warm summer or cold winter weather. As a chain saw manufacturer we have developed an optimal - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 15
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) away. After 1 minute running at 3/4 throttle you should see a distinct line of - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 16
cutting teeth has worn down to only 5/32 inch (4 mm) the chain must be replaced. Bar Check regularly: • Whether there are burrs on the edges of the bar. Remove these with a file if necessary. Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading "Personal protective equipment". Do - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 17
position by moving the front hand guard towards the front handle. Tension the chain by turning the chain tensioning screw clockwise using the combination spanner. See instructions under the heading Tensioning the chain. Remove the bar nuts and remove the clutch cover (chain brake). Take off - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 18
type of fuel (see instructions under the heading Carburetor). Running-in Avoid running at a too high speed for extended periods during the first 10 hours. Two-stroke oil • For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two-stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for our air-cooled two stroke - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 19
fuel/oil tanks in a well ventilated area. Store the fuel in approved cans in a safe place. Fit the bar guard. Clean the machine. See instructions under the heading Maintenance schedule. Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete service is carried out before long-term storage. English - 19 - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 20
easier. Once the machine has started the valve will automatically return to its original setting. Air purge (3): Press the air purge diaphragm repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the diaphragm (about 6 times). The diaphragm need not be completely filled. Grip the front handle with your left hand. Put - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 21
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 both hands. The right hand should be on the rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle. All people, whether right or left handed, should use - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 22
that all parts of the service agent or an experienced chain saw user. Do not attempt any task that you are not sure you can handle! Before using a chain saw you must understand the effects of kickback and how to avoid them. See instructions bar and chain pointing backwards. Fit a guard to the bar - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 23
your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around the handles. You should use this grip Always use a fast cutting speed, i.e. full throttle. 7 Take great care when you cut with the top edge of the bar, i.e. when cutting from the underside - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 24
handles with both hands. General • Always use full throttle when cutting! • Reduce the speed to idle after every cut (running the engine for too long at full most cases 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 - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 25
two cuts meet. The log is supported at both ends. There is a high risk that the chain will jam. Start by cutting from above (about 1/3 of Avoid letting the chain touch the ground as you finish the cut. Maintain full throttle but be prepared for what might happen. Tree felling technique IMPORTANT! It - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 26
• Wind direction • Arrangement of branches • Weight of snow • Obstacles within the reach of the that the tree will break and start to fall before you expect it high accident risk. See instructions under the heading Freeing trees with a diameter larger than the bar length of your saw! Felling is - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners 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 that is longer than the diameter of the tree, so that you can make the felling cut and directional cuts with single cutting strokes. See instructions - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 28
inch apart, one to two inches deep. Kickback always occurs in the cutting plane of the bar. Normally the chain saw and bar bar saw, bar and chain 28 - English Limbing WARNING! A majority of kickback ! accidents occur during limbing. Do not use the kickback zone of the guide bar the weight of - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 29
work must be carried out by an authorized service workshop. Carburetor adjustment Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful emissions. AutoTune If the engine is equipped with AutoTune, manual adjustment of the carburettor's H and L needles and the - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 30
the instructions under the heading Start and stop. • Check that the throttle control and throttle lockout move freely and that the return springs work properly. Grasp the chain saw firmly, wrapping your fingers and thumbs around the handles. • Start the chain saw and apply full throttle. Release - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 31
damping units are securely attached to the engine unit and handle unit. Stop switch Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you screen at least once a week. This is best done with a wire brush. A blocked screen will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious damage. Note! - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 32
air circulation should always prevail when working in snowy hollows, ravines or in confined conditions. Starter handle • Pull out the cord approx. 30 cm (12 inches) and hook it into the notch in the rim • Lift up the starter pulley. See instructions under the heading Changing a broken or 32 - English - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 33
must be regularly cleaned to remove dust and dirt in order to avoid: • Carburettor malfunctions • Starting problems • Loss of engine power • Unnecessary wear to engine parts • Excessive fuel consumption. • Remove the air filter after taking off the air filter cover. When refitting make sure that the - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 34
pipe and carburetor compartment. Winter use Running problems can occur when using the machine in the cold and snowy conditions caused by: • Too low engine temperature. • Icing of the air filter and carburetor. Special measures are therefore often required: • Partly mask the air inlet on the starter - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 35
preventing icing of the air filter, etc. Lift off the air filter to obtain better access. Use a screwdriver to carefully knock away the plug in the partition. Heated handles 560XPG, 562XPG On models with the model code XPG both the front handle bar and the rear handle are equipped with electrical - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 36
bar should be turned daily for more even wear. Check the lubrication hole in the bar, to be sure it is not clogged. Clean the bar groove. If the bar the starter units air intake. Clean the air filter. Replace . Check that the electrode gap is 0.020 inch (0.5 mm). Clean the outside of the carburetor - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 37
oil pump Weight Chain saw without bar or chain, empty tanks, lb/kg Chain/bar Standard bar length, inch/cm Recommended bar lengths, inch/cm Usable cutting length, inches/cm Pitch, inch/mm Thickness of drive links, inch/mm Drive sprocket type/teeth Chain speed at max. power, m/sec 562XP 562XPG 3,65 - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 38
Type Drive link count 56 64 Husqvarna H25 66 72 78 56 60 Husqvarna H42, Husqvarna H48 68 72 84 The following cutting attachments are approved for the models Husqvarna 562XP and 562XPG. Length, inch 16 18 20 24 28 Pitch, inch Bar Gauge, inch 3/8 0.058 Max. nose radius 11T Chain - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 39
TECHNICAL DATA Saw chain filing and file gauges 80 55 Note: For the chains above you are free to choose between 0.050" and 0.058" gauge drive link for the corresponding bar, see the table below. 0.050"/1,3 mm 0.058"/1,5 mm H46 H47 H42 H48 English - 39 - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 40
modifications or the use of parts not made or approved by the original equipment manufacturer.You are responsible for presenting your small nonroad engine to a Husqvarna Forest & Garden authorized servicing dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 41
FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST 1 Carburetor and internal parts 2 Intake pipe, airfilter holder and carburetor bolts. 3 Airfilter and fuelfilter covered up to maintenance schedule. 4 Spark Plug, covered up to maintenance schedule 5 Ignition Module 6 Muffl - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 42
path from the falling tree. Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the engine is running. Before you start the engine, make sure that the saw chain is not contacting anything. Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and - Husqvarna 562 XP G | Owners Manual - Page 43
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Original instructions 1151378-95 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. ´´®®zz++SSEEyy¶¶55PP¨¨ 2011-10-26
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Operator’s manual
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.