Husqvarna 338XPT EPA III Manual Do Utilizador

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Check that the chain brake works correctly and is not 
damaged.

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Check that the throttle lockout works correctly and is 
not damaged.

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Check that the stop switch works correctly and is not 
damaged.

4

Check that all handles are free from oil.

5

Check that the anti vibration system works and is not 
damaged.

6

Check that the muffler is securely attached and not 
damaged.

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Check that all parts of the chain saw are tightened 
correctly and that they are not damaged or missing.

8

Check that the chain catcher is in place and not 
damaged.

9

Check that the chain tension is correct.

During tree maintenance work above ground level the 
chain saw must be secured. Secure the chain saw by 
attaching a safety line to the fixing eye on the chain saw.

Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions 
under the heading ”Personal protective equipment”.

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Look around you:

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To ensure that people, animals or other things cannot 
affect your control of the machine.

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To make sure that none of the above might come 
within reach of your saw or be injured by falling trees.

CAUTION! Follow the instructions above, but do not use a 
chain saw in a situation where you cannot call for help in 
case of an accident.

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All tree maintenance work above ground level must be 
carried out by two or more persons with the right 
training (see instructions under the heading 
Important). At least one person should be on the 
ground to carry out safe rescue procedures and/or get 
help should an emergency arise.

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During tree maintenance work above ground level, the 
working area should always be secured and marked 
out with signs, tape or the like. The person(s) on the 
ground should always inform the person(s) working 
above before they enter the secure working area.

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Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as 
dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. 
Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings 
added risks, such as icy ground, unpredictable felling 
direction, etc.

5

Take great care when removing small branches and 
avoid cutting bushes (i.e. cutting many small branches 
at the same time). Small branches can be grabbed by 
the chain and thrown back at you, causing serious 
injury.

6

Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the 
area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, 
branches, ditches, etc.) in case you have to move 
suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping 
ground.

IMPORTANT!

This section describes basic 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 
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 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.

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