CONTENTS
Before using a new saw
Contents
Y Read the instructions carefully.
Y Check cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted.
See page 25.
Key to symbols...............................................................2
Y Refuel and start the saw. Check the carburettor settings.
Safety instructions
See pages 26-29.
Y Do not use the saw until sufficient chain oil has reached thePersonal protective equipment............................................ 4
chain, see page 14.Chain saw safety equipment................................................ 4
Inspecting, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety
IMPORTANT! If the carburettor mixture is too lean it greatly
equipment ............................................................................8
increases the risk of engine failure.
Cutting equipment................................................................10
Poor maintenance of the air filter will cause carbon build-up on
the spark plug and lead to difficult starting.How to avoid kickback.........................................................16
If the chain is badly adjusted it will cause increased wear orGeneral safety precautions................................................ 18
damage to the bar, drive sprocket and chain.General working instructions..............................................19
What is what?
What is what? ....................................................................24
Under no circumstances should you modify
the original design of the chain saw withoutAssembly
!approval from the manufacturer. Always useMounting guide bar and chain ...........................................25
genuine spare parts. Unauthorized
Fuel handling
modifications or accessories may lead to
serious injury or death.Fuelmix ..............................................................................26
Fuelling ..............................................................................27
Start and stop
A chain saw is a dangerous tool if used
Start and stop ....................................................................28
carelessly or incorrectly and can cause
Maintenance
!serious, even fatal injuries. It is very important
that you read and understand theseCarburettor ........................................................................29
instructions.Starter device ....................................................................30
Air filter ..............................................................................31
WARNING! The inside of muffler containSpark plug .........................................................................31
chemicals that may be carcenogenic. AvoidMuffler................................................................................31
!contact with these elements in the event ofNeedle bearing maintenance ............................................31
damaged muffler.
Adjustment of the oil pump ................................................31
Cooling system ..................................................................32
Centrifugal cleaning �Air Injection� ....................................32
Long term inhalation of the engine's exhaust
fumes, chain oil mist and dust from sawdustHeated handles (346XPG, 353G) .....................................32
!can represent a health risk.Winter use .........................................................................32
Daily maintenance .............................................................33
Weekly maintenance .........................................................33
Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development
Monthly maintenance ........................................................33
and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and
appearance of products without prior notice.Technical data
345 ....................................................................................34
346XP ................................................................................34
353 ....................................................................................34
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