HUSQVARNA 394XP Instruction Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Two factors decide whether the chain will jam or the log will
2 Basic cutting technique
split. The first is how the log is supported and the second is
General
whether it is in tension.
Y Always use full throttle when cutting!
In most cases you can avoid these problems by cutting in two
Y Reduce the speed to idle after every cut (running the
stages; from the top and from the bottom of the log. You need
engine for too long at full throttle without any load can lead to
to support the log so that it will not trap the chain or split during
serious engine damage).
cutting.
Y Cutting from above = Cutting on the pull stroke.
If the chain jams in the cut:
Y Cutting from below = Cutting on the push stroke.
STOP THE ENGINE! DonOt try to pull the saw
!
free. If you do you may damage the chain
See the section on �How to avoid kickback� to find out why
when the saw suddenly breaks free. Use a
cutting on the push stroke increases the risk of kickback.
lever to open up the cut and free the bar.
Terms:
Cutting = General term for cutting through wood.
The following instructions describe how to handle most types of
Limbing = Cutting limbs off a felled tree.
situation that you will be faced with when using a chain saw.
Splitting = When the object you are cutting breaks off
before the cut is complete.
Cutting
1 The log is lying on the
ground. There is little risk
of the chain jamming or
There are five important factors you should considerthe log splitting. However
before making a cut:there is a risk that the
chain will touch the
ground when you finish
the cut.
1 Make sure the bar will not
jam in the cut.
Cut all the way through
the log from above. Try
not to touch the ground as
you finish the cut.
2 Make sure the log will notMaintain full throttle but
split.be prepared in case the
chain snatches.
A If it is possible to turn
3 Make sure the chain will
the log you should stop
not strike the ground orcutting about 2/3 of the
any other object during orway through.
after cutting.
B Turn the log and finish
the cut from the
opposite side.
4 Is there a risk of kick-
back?
5 Do the conditions and
surrounding terrain affect
your safety when
working?
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