Husqvarna 576 XP Owners Manual - Page 3

CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine 2 Symbols in the operator's 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 6 Important 6 Always use common sense 7 Personal protective equipment 7 Machine′s safety equipment 7 Cutting equipment 11 ASSEMBLY Fitting the bar and chain 17 FUEL HANDLING Fuel 18 Fuelling 19 Fuel safety 19 STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping 21 WORKING TECHNIQUES Before use 23 General working instructions 23 How to avoid kickback 30 MAINTENANCE General 31 Carburettor adjustment 31 Checking, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment 32 Muffler 34 Starter 35 Air filter 36 Spark plug 36 Lubricating the bar tip sprocket 36 Needle bearing lubrication 37 Adjustment of the oil pump 37 Cooling system 37 "Air Injection" centrifugal cleaning 37 Winter use 38 Heated handles 39 Maintenance schedule 40 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data 41 Bar and chain combinations 42 Saw chain filing and file gauges 42 EC-declaration of conformity 43 English - 3