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Operator′s manual 570 576 XP 576 XPG Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. English - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 2
is to reduce the pressure in the cylinder and make starting easier. You should always 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 - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 3
manual 2 CONTENTS Contents 3 INTRODUCTION Dear Customer 4 WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the chain saw 5 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before using a new chain saw and servicing chain saw safety equipment 32 Muffler 34 Starter 35 Air filter 36 Spark plug 36 Lubricating the bar tip sprocket - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 4
chain saws in 1959, and it is within this area Husqvarna is working today. Today Husqvarna products gives you access to professional help with repairs and service whenever this may be necessary. this operator′s manual as a valuable document. By following its′ content (using, service, maintenance etc) - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 5
what on the chain saw? 1 Decompression valve 2 Switch for heated handle (576 XPG) 3 Starter handle 4 Adjuster screws carburettor 5 Stop switch (Ignition on/off switch.) 6 Rear handle 7 Choke control/Start throttle lock 8 Fuel tank 9 Starter 10 Chain oil tank 11 Throttle lockout 12 Cylinder cover 13 - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 6
the machine is not under close supervision. Impor tant IMPORTANT! This chain saw for forest service is designed for forest work such as felling, delimbing and cutting. You should only use the saw with the bar and chain combinations we recommend in the chapter Technical data. Never use the machine - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 7
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 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 8
chain saw is started to prevent the saw chain from rotating. • The way the chain brake is activated, either manually or automatically by the inertia release mechanism, depends on the force of the kickback and the position of the chain saw in relation to the object that the kickback zone of the bar - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 9
be a nuisance. Chain catcher The chain catcher is designed to catch the chain if it snaps or jumps off. This should not happen if the chain is properly tensioned (see instructions under the heading Assembly) and if the bar and chain are properly serviced and maintained (see instructions under the - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 10
′s handle unit. The body of the chain saw, including the cutting equipment, is insulated from the handles by vibration damping units. Muffler The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 11
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) • Number of teeth on bar tip sprocket (T). • Chain pitch (inches). The - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 12
the length of the bar, the chain pitch and the number of teeth on the bar tip sprocket. • The cutting part of the chain is called the cutter and Chain oil hole and hole for chain tensioner. The bar must be matched to the chain saw design. Chain • Chain pitch (inches) • Drive link width (mm/inches) - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 13
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 to sharpen correctly. • The cutting teeth should be newly - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 14
that you adjust the carburetor as recommended (a lean mixture may mean that the fuel lasts longer than the oil) and that you also use the recommended cutting equipment (a bar that is too long will use more chain oil). The position of the chain tensioning screw on our chain saws varies from model to - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 15
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 16
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 General working instructions and General safety precautions. • To prolong the life of the bar you should turn it over - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 17
on the top edge of the bar. Fit the clutch cover and locate the chain adjuster pin in the hole in the bar. Check that the drive links of the chain fit correctly over the drive sprocket and that the chain is Fitting a spike bumper To fit a spike bumper - contact your service agent. English - 17 - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 18
best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two-stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for our air-cooled two-stroke engines. • adjustment may be necessary when changing the type of fuel (see the instructions under the heading Carburettor). Running-in Avoid running at a too high - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 19
the oil pump, the bar and the chain. • It is important to use oil of the right grade (suitable viscosity range) to suit the air temperature. • In temperatures spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes, change your clothes. Wash any part of your body that has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 20
chain saw, the fuel and chain oil tanks should be emptied. Ask where you can dispose of waste fuel and chain oil at your local petrol station. • The bar bar guard. Clean the machine. See instructions under the heading Maintenance schedule. Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete service is - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 21
chain brake must 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 (A): Press the valve to reduce the pressure in the cylinder and make starting easier. You should always use the decompression - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 22
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 22 - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 23
safety rules for using a chain saw. This information is never a substitute for professional skills and experience. If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop and seek expert advice. Contact your chain saw dealer, service agent or an experienced chain saw user. Do not attempt any task - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 24
object. 6 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 of the object. This is known as cutting on the push stroke. The chain tries to push the chain saw back towards the user. If 24 - English - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 25
WORKING TECHNIQUES the saw chain is jamming, the saw may be pushed back at you. 8 Unless the user resists this pushing force there is a risk that the chain saw will move so far backwards that only the kickback zone of the bar is in contact with the tree, which will lead to a kickback. Terms - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 26
full throttle but be prepared for what might happen. Tree felling technique IMPORTANT! It takes a lot of experience to fell a tree. Inexperienced users of chain saws should not fell trees. Do not attempt any task that you feel unsure of! Safe distance The safe distance between a tree that is to - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 27
path 3 Felling direction Felling WARNING! Unless you have special ! training we advise you not to fell trees with a diameter larger than the bar length of your saw! Felling is done using three cuts. First you make the directional cuts, which consist of the top cut and the bottom cut, then you - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 28
the felling cut about 3-5 cm (1.5-2 inches) above the bottom directional cut. We recommend that you use a bar that is longer than the diameter of the bar are recommended for your saw. Set the spike bumper (if one is fitted) just behind the felling hinge. Use full throttle and advance the chain/bar - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 29
is in tension! If you must cut across tree/limb, make two to three cuts, one inch apart, one to two inches deep. • Portable Continue to cut deeper until tree/limb bends and tension is released. Cutting situations the only safe method is to put aside your chain saw and use a winch. English - 29 - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 30
suddenly and violently; kicking the chain saw, bar and chain back at the user. If this happens when the chain is moving it can cause very zone of the guide bar. Be extremely cautious and avoid contacting the log, other limbs or objects with the nose of the guide bar. Be extremely cautious - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 31
L H General The user must only carry out the maintenance and service work described in this Operator's Manual. More extensive work must be carried out by an authorized service workshop. Carburettor adjustment Due to existing environmental and emissions legislation your chain saw is equipped with - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 32
If the high speed jet is screwed in too far, it may damage the piston/cylinder. When test run at the factory, the high speed jet is set so damage to the engine. Checking, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment Note! All service and repair work on the machine demands special training. - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 33
idle setting when the throttle lockout is released. When the bar hits the stump the brake should be applied. • Press the throttle lockout and make sure it returns to its original position when you release it. Checking the brake trigger Place the chain saw on firm ground and start it. Make sure the - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 34
damaged and is firmly attached to the body of the chain saw. Start the engine and make sure the engine stops damaged. If the mesh is blocked the machine will overheat and this will cause damage to the cylinder and piston. Never use a machine with a muffler that is in poor condition. Never use a muf - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 35
pulley. Release the recoil spring by letting the pulley rotate slowly backwards. 1 2 Changing a broken recoil spring • Lift off the pulley. See instructions under heading Changing a broken or worn starter cord. • Remove the recoil spring from inside the pulley by tapping the pulley lightly with - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 36
wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder. Check that the spark plug is fitted with a suppressor. Lubricating the bar tip sprocket The filter can intervals. A damaged air filter must always be replaced. A HUSQVARNA chain saw can be equipped with different types of air filter according to working - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 37
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 must be cleaned daily. This is particularly important on chain saws with catalytic converters, because the higher exhaust temperature requires ef - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 38
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 carburettor. Special measures are therefore often required: • Preheat the intake air to the carburettor by using the heat from the cylinder. • Partly - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 39
models with the model code XPG both the front handle bar and the rear handle are equipped with electrical heating coils. These are supplied with electricity from a generator built into the chain saw. Electrical carburettor heating 576 XPG If this chain saw has the model code XPG then it is equipped - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 40
the bar. Check the saw chain with regard to visible cracks in the rivets and links, whether the saw chain is stiff chain 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 - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 41
Weight Chain saw without bar or chain, empty bar lengths, inch/cm 15-28"/38-71 Usable cutting length, inch/cm 14-27"/35-69 Pitch, inch/mm 3/8" /9,52 Thickness of drive links, inch/mm 0,058/1,5 Type of drive sprocket/number of teeth Rim/7 Chain speed at max. power, m/sec 21,4 576 XP - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 42
are approved for the models Husqvarna 570, 576XP and 576XPG. Bar Length, inch 15 16 18 20 24 28 Pitch, inch 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8 Gauge, mm 1,5 1,5 1,5 1,5 1,5 1,5 Max. nose radius 11T Chain Type Husqvarna H42 Length, drive links (no.) 56 60 68 72 84 92 Saw chain filing and file gauges 42 - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 43
sole responsibility that the chain saws for forest service Husqvarna 570, 576 XP and 576 XPG from 2009's serial chain saw conforms to the example that underwent EC type examination. Huskvarna December 29, 2009 Bengt Frögelius, Development director chainsaw R&D (Authorized representative for Husqvarna - Husqvarna 576 XP | Owners Manual - Page 44
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ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.