Partner Tech P4-18XT User's Manual
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1. Burring of guide bar rails is a normal process of rail wear Remove these burrs with a flat file When rail top is uneven use a flat file to re store square edges and sides File Rail Edges and Sides Square Worn Groove Correct Groove Replace guide bar when the groove is wom the guide bar is bentor cracked or when exce ss heating or burring of the rails occurs If re placementis necessary use only the guide bar Specified for your saw in the repair parts list or on the decal located on the chain saw SPARK PLUG The spark plug should be replaced each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs bet ter Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover Remove the cylinder cover Pull off the spark plug boot Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis card Replace with Champion RCJ 7Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 19 mm Socket wrench Spark plug gap should be 0 5 mm Reinstall the spark plug boot Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3 screws Tighten securely Screws Cylinder ave Cover Fo Spark Plug Boot j e gx qur mi S park Plug CHAIN SHARPENING Chain sharpening is a complicated task that requires special tools We recommend that you refer chain sharpening to a professional chain sharpener CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS A WARNING The chain will be moving during most of this procedure Wear your pro tective equipment and observe all saf2. Low Kickback Chain designed with a contoured depth gauge and guard link which deflect kickback force and allow wood to gradually ride into the cutter Low Kickback C hain Contoured Depth Gauge Elongated Guard Link v Deflects Kickback Force And Allows Wood To Gradually Ride Into Cutter Handguard designed to reduce the chance of your left hand contacting the chain if your hand slips offthe fronthandle bar Position of front and rear handlebars de signed with distance between handles and in line with each other The spread and in line position of the hands provided by this design work together to give balance and resistance in controlling the pivot of the saw back toward the operator if kick back occurs WARNING DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OF THE DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK Reduced kickback guide bars and low kickback saw chains reduce the chance and magnitude of kickback and are recommended Yoursaw has a low kickback chain and bar as original equipment Re pairs on a chain brake should be made by an authorized servicing dealer Take your unitto the place of purchase if purchased from a servicing dealer orto the nearestauthorized master service dealer Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse REACTION kicking the guide bar up and backtoward the oper ator Pinching the saw chain along the top ofthe guide bar may push the
3. Pook P3vikT P4 18X1 P4 20X1 GB FR DE ES INSTRUCTION MANUAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using this unit Retain these instructions for future reference MANUEL D INSTRUCTIONS RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS Avant d utiliser cet appareil veuillez lire atentivement les instructions et assurez vous de les avoir comprises Conservez les instructions pour r f rence ult rieure BETRIEBSANWEISUNG WICHTIGE INFORMATION Lesen Sie diese Hinweise zur Handha bung des Ger ts aufmerksam durch Verwenden Sie es erst wenn Sie sicher sind da Sie alle Anweisungen verstanden haben und gut aufbewahren MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES INFORMACION IMPORTANTE Lea atentamente las instrucciones y aseg rese de entenderlas antes de utilizar esta aparato Conserve las instrucciones para la referencia en el futuro 545167620 Rev 1 9 20 07 BRW IDENTIFICATION WHAT IS WHAT Chain Front Hand Guard Front Handle Adjustment Tool iiia Bar Tool Idle S peed Screw ON STOP Switch Primer Bulb Bar Oil FillCap starter Fuel Mix Fill Cap Housing Bumper Bar Guard Spike Cylinder Cover utters Depth Gauge Throttle 2 FRESE R e Pair l irection Rear Lockout Adjusting Unio of Travel Handle As Screw __ lt lt t d Throttle Choke a i Guide Bar Bar Trigger ete
4. Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Before operation gasoline must be mixed with a good quality 2 cycle air cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40 1 A 40 1 ratio is obtained by mixing 0 125 liter of oil with 5 liters of unleaded gasoline DO NOT USE automotive or boat oll These oils will cause engine damage When mixing fuel follow the instructions printed on the container Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit IMPORTANT Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damagethe fuelsys WARNING If the saw is operated with a loose chain the chain could jump off the guide bar and result in serious injury A WARNING Muffler is very hotduring and after use Do nottouch the muffler or al low combustible material such as dry grass or fuel to do so tem of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems empty the fuel system be fore storage for 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and letit run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel nextseason Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur CHAIN BRAKE Ensure chain brake is dsengaget by pulling the front h
5. you are fatigued ill or upset or if you have taken alcohol drugs or medication You mustbe in good physical condition and men tally alert Chain saw work is strenuous If you have any condition that might be aggra vated by strenuous work check with your doctor before operating a chain saw Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad vance Do not start cutting until you have a Clear work area secure footing and if you are felling trees a planned retreat path OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY A WARNING Long term inhalation of the engine s exhaust fumes chain oil mist and dust from sawdust can result in serious per sonal injury Do not operate a chain saw with one hand Serious injury to the operator helpers by standers or any combination of these per sons may resultfrom one handed operation A chain saw is intended for two handed use Operate the chain saw only in a well venti lated outdoor area Do notoperate saw from a ladder or in a tree unless you are specifically trained to do so Make sure the chain will not make contact with any object while starting the engine Never try to startthe saw when the guide baris in a cut Do not put pressure on the saw atthe end of the cut Applying pressure can cause you to lose control when the cut is completed Stop the engine before setting the saw down Do not operate a chain saw that is dam aged improperly adjusted or not com pletely and securely assembled Always replace b
6. bar Chain Adjustmen Tool Bar Tool Adjusting the tension Chain tension is very important Chain stretches during use This is especially true during the first few times you use your saw Always check chain tension each time you use and refuel your saw You can adjustthe chain tension by loosening the chain brake nuts and turning the adjusting screw 1 4 of a turn while lifting up on the bar e fchainis too tight turn adjusting screw 1 4 turn counterclockwise e f chain is too loose turn adjusting screw 1 4 turn clockwise Chain Brake Nuts Chain Brake Nuts Guide Bar Adjusting Screw 1 4 Turn DE e e Liftup the tip of the bar and securely tight en the chain brake nuts with the bar tool Recheck chain tension OPERATING YOUR UNIT BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Awarnine Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you be gin If you do not understand the safety rules do not attempt to fuel your unit Contact an authorized service dealer BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION The bar and chain require continuous lubri cation Lubrication is provided by the auto matic oiler system when the oil tank is kept filled Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain Too little oil will cause overheating shown by smoke coming from the chain and or discoloration of the bar Only use Barand Chain Oil for bar and chain lubrication Oil Cap Fuel mix cap FUELING ENGINE WARNING
7. Activate the chain brake by turning your left wrist against the hand guard without releasing your grip around the front handle The chain should stop immediately Inertia activating function control WARNING When performing the fol lowing procedure the engine must be turned Grip the rear handle with your right hand and the fronthandle with your left hand Hold the chain saw approximately 14 35 cm above a stump or other wooden surface Release your grip on the front handle and use the weight of the saw to let the top of the guide bar fall forward and contact the stump When the tip of the bar hits the stump the brake should activate CUTTING METHODS IMPORTANT POINTS Check chain tension before first use and after 1 minute of operation See CHAIN TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section Cut wood only Do not cut metal plastics masonry non wood building materials etc The bumper spike may be used as a pivot when making a cut Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object Inspectthe saw and repair parts as necessary Keep the chain outofdirtand sand Evena small amountof dirt will quickly dull a chain and increase the possibility of kickback Practice cutting a few small logs using the following techniques to get the feel of us ing your saw before you begin a major sawing operation Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow the engine to reach full speed before cutting Begin cutting with the sa
8. Chain Chain onan Brake Nus Sprocket Lever Brake Catcher Hole IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS WARNING This chain Read and understand the saw can be dangerous Care instruction manual before less or improper use can cause using the chain saw serious or even fatal injury Always wear appropriate ear protection eye protection and head protection Sound power level Always usetwo hands when operating the chain saw WARNING Contacting the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward which may cause se rious injury IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS Starting Reminder t Move ON STOP switch to the ON position Prime 8X Slowly press primer bulb 0O 6 times Full Ch ke Pull choke fast idle lever 2 w out to the full extent to the FULL CHOKE posi tion Ors 4 ENT OP Pull to Start Pull 5X P ull the starter rope sharply 5 times with your right hand Push the choke fast idle lever in to the HALF CHOKE position Half Choke Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand until the engine starts SAFETY RULES WARNING Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it can notcontact spark plug to preventaccidental starting when setting up transporting ad justing or making repairs except carburetor adjustments Because a chain saw is a high speed wood cutting tool special saf
9. and guard back toward the fronthan dle as far as possible The chain brake must be disengaged before cutting with the saw WARNING The chain must not move when the engine runs at idle speed If the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this manual Avoid contact with the muffler A hot muffler can cause serious burns To stop the engine move the ON STOP Switch to the STOP position To start the engine hold the saw firmly on the ground as illustrated below Make sure the chain is free to turn without contacting any object Use only 15 18 of rope per pull IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER When pulling the starter rope do notuse the full extent of the rope as this can cause the rope to break Do not letstarter rope snap back Hold the handle and let the rope rewind slowly For cold weather starting startthe unit atfull choke allow the engine to warm up before squeezing the throttle trigger NOTE Do notcut material with the choke fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE position STARTING A COLD ENGINE ora warm engine after running out of fuel NOTE Inthe following steps when the cho ke fast idle lever is pulled out to the full ex tent the correct throttle setting for starting is set automatically ON STOP SWITCH SIDE VIEW Move ON STOP switch to the ON posi tion Slowly press primer bulb 6 times Pull out choke fast idle to the full extent to the FULL CHOKE position Pull the
10. ar chain hand guard or chain brake immediately if it becomes damaged broken or is otherwise removed With the engine stopped hand carry the chain saw with the muffler away from your body and the guide bar and chain to the rear preferably covered with a scabbard CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENT NOTE In this section the safety features of the chain saw and their function are explained For inspection and maintenance see instruc tions in the CHECKING MAINTAINING AND SERVICING CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIP MENT section See instructions under the WHAT IS WHAT section to find where these parts are located on your chain saw The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk of accidents can increase if machine main tenance is not carried out correctly and if ser vice and or repairs are not carried out profes sionally If you need further information please contact your nearest service dealer Chain brake Your chain saw is equipped with a chain brake that is designed to stop the chain from moving WARNING The chain brake is de signed to stop the chain immediately if you geta kickback The chain brake reduces the risk of accidents but only you can prevent them DO NOT ASSUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A KICKBACK Throttle trigger lock out The throttle lock out is designed to prevent accidental operation of the throttle trigger Chain catcher The chain catcher is de signed to catch the saw c
11. d cut Using a log for support 2nd Cut LIMBING AND PRUNING WARNING Be alert for and guard against kickback Do not allow the moving chain to contact any other branched or objects at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or pruning Allowing such contact can result in S erious injury WARNING Never climb into a tree to mb or prune Do not stand on ladders plat forms a log or in any position which can cause you to lose your balance or control of the saw MPORTANT POINTS Watch out for springpoles Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs Slen der material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance Be alert for springback Watch out for branches thatare bent or under pressure Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released Keep a clear work area Frequently clear branches out of the way to avoid tripping over them LIMBING Always limb atree after itis cutdown Only then can limbing be done safely and prop erly Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to supportthe tree as you work Startatbase ofthe felled tree and work to ward the top cutting branches and limbs Remove small limbs with one cut Keep the tree between you and the chain as much as possible Remove larger supporting branches with the cutting techniques described in BUCK ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT Always use an overcut to cut
12. eaction which kicks the guide bar up and back to ward the operator Pinch Kickback can occur when the the wood closes in and pinches the moving saw chain in the cut along the top of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly stopped This sudden stopping of the chain results in a reversal of the chain force used to cut wood and causes the saw to move in the opposite direction of the chain rotation The saw is driven straight back toward the operator Pull In can occur when the moving chain contacts a foreign objectin the wood in the cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly stopped This sudden stopping pulls the saw forward and away from the operator and could easily cause the operator to lose control of the saw Avoid Pinch Kickback Be extremely aware of situations or ob structions thatcan cause material to pinch the top of or otherwise stop the chain e Do not cut more than one log ata time Do not twist the saw as the bar is with drawn from an undercut when bucking Avoid Pull In Always begin cutting with the engine atfull speed and the saw housing against wood Use wedges made of plastic or wood Never use metal to hold the cut open Kickback Path IN Avoid obstructions Clear the working area REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK e Recognize that kickback can happen With a basic understanding of kickback you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to acciden
13. ety pre cautions The chain must not move at idle speed The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the following conditions Chain moves at idle See IDLE SPEED T adjusting procedure e Saw will not idle See IDLE SPEED T ad justing procedure Idle Speed T Allow engine to idle If the chain moves idle is too fast Ifthe engine stalls idle is too slow Ad just speed until engine runs without chain movement idle too fast or stalling idle too slow The idle speed screw is located in the area above the primer bulb and is labeled T Tum idle speed screw T clockwise to in crease engine speed Tum idle speed screw T counterclockwise to decrease engine speed STORAGE A WARNING Stop engine and allow to cool and secure the unit before storing or transporting in a vehicle Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc Store unitwith all guards in place Position so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury to passersby Store the unitout of reach of children Before storing drain all fuel from the unit Start engine and allow to run until it stops Clean the unit before storing Pay particular attention to the air intake area keeping itfree of debris Use a mild detergent and sponge to clean the plastic surfaces Do not store t
14. ety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious injury PLAN AHEAD Read this manual carefully until you com pletely understand and can follow all safety rules precautions and operating instruc tions before attempting to use the unit Restrictthe use of yoursaw to adult users who understand and can follow safety rules precautions and operating instruc tions found in this manual Hearing Safety Hat Protection Ww S Eye ee protection Snu Fitting _ Heavy Duty Clothing Gloves Safety Shoes Safety Chaps Vd Wear protective gear Always use steel toed Safety footwear with non slip soles snug fit ting clothing heavy duty non slip gloves eye protection such as non fogging vented goggles or face screen an approved safety hard hat and sound barriers ear plugs or mufflers to protect your hearing S ecure hair above shoulder length Always use approved hearing protection Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw noise can damage hearing Long term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment Keep all parts of your body away from the chain when the engine is running Keep children bystanders and animals a minimum of 10 Meters away from the work area Do notallow other people or animals to be nearthe chain saw when starting or oper ating the chain saw Do not handle or operate a chain saw when
15. front handlebar Keep your right hand com pletely around the rear handle whether your are righthanded or lefthanded Keep our left arm straight with the elbow ocked Position your lefthand on the fronthandle bar so itis in a straightline with your right hand on the rear handle when making bucking cuts Never reverse right and left hand positions for any type of cutting Stand with your weightevenly balanced on both feet Stand slightly to the left side ofthe saw to keep your body from being in a direct line with the cutting chain Do notoverreach You could be drawn or thrown off balance and lose control of the saw Do notcutabove shoulder height Itis diffi cult to maintain control of saw above shoulder height KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES Awarnine The following features are included on your saw to help reduce the hazard of kickback however such features will not to tally eliminate this dangerous reaction As a chain saw user do not rely only on safety de vices You must follow all safety precautions instructions and maintenance in this manual to help avoid kickback and other forces which can result in serious injury Reduced Kickback Guide Bar designed with a small radius tip which reduces the size ofthe kickback danger zone on the bartip A Reduced Kickback Guide Bar has been demonstrated to significantly reduce the number and seriousness of kickbacks Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar Large Radius Tip
16. gnition system Vibration levels Manufacturer Phelon see note 2 Type of ignition system CD Front handle m s 2 4 Spark plug Champion Rear handle m s2 3 6 Electrode gap mm 0 5 Chain bar Fuel and lubrication system Standard bar length in cm 14 35 Manufacturer Walbro Recommended bar lengths in cm 14 35 Carburetor type WT 662 Usable cutting length in cm 13 5 34 Fuel capacity litre 0 38 Chain speed at maximum Oil pump capacity at power m sec 19 8500 rpm ml min 4 8 Pitch inches 0 375 Oil capacity litre 0 2 Thickness of drive link mm 13 Type of oil pump Automatic No of teeth on drive sprocket 6 Weight Note 1 Equivalent noise level is according to Without bar and chain kg 4 7 ISO 22868 calculated as the time weighted energy total for noise levels under various BAR CHAIN working conditions with the following time dis Length Pith Max tribution 1 3 idle 1 3 full load 1 3 full speed Inches Inches Tip Radius 14 0 375 7T _ Oregon 91V 14 0 375 7T Oregon 91VG Note2 Equivalentvibration level is according to ISO 22867 calculated as the time weighted energy total for vibration levels under various working conditions with the following time dis tribution 1 3 idle 1 3 full load 1 3 full speed in cm dl 14 35 52 14 35 52 ADDRESS Husqvarna Outdoor Products Italia S p A Via Como 72 Valmadrera Lecco ITALY 1 23868 15
17. guide bar rapidly back toward the operator Either of these reactions may cause youto lose control of the saw which could result in serious injury Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices builtinto yoursaw ASSEMBLY Protective gloves not provided should be worn during assembly ATTACHING THE BUMPER SPIKE The bumper spike may be used as a pivot when making a cut 1 Loosenand remove the chain brake nuts and the chain brake from the saw 2 Attach the bumper spike with the two screws as illustrated ATTACHING THE BAR amp CHAIN If not already attached WARNING Recheck each assem bly step if the saw is received assembled Al ways wear gloves when handling the chain The chain is sharp and can cut you even when itis not moving 1 Loosenand remove the chain brake nuts and the chain brake from the saw 2 Remove the plastic shipping spacer if present Chain Brake Nuts oe 3 An adjusting pin and screw is used to ad just the tension of the chain It is very im portant when assembling the bar that the pin located on the adjusting screw aligns into a hole in the bar Turning the screw will move the adjustment pin up and down the screw Locate this adjustment before you begin mounting the bar onto the saw See illustration below IN A Inside view of Chain Brake Adjustment located on Chain Brake 4 Turn the adjusting screw by hand coun terclockwise until the adjusting p
18. hain if it breaks Vibration damping system Your chain saw is equipped with a vibration damping System thatis designed to minimize vibra tion and make operation easier SAFETY NOTICE Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers hands and joints of peo ple prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in other wise healthy people If symptoms occur such as numbness pain loss of strength change in Skin coloror texture or loss of feeling in the fin gers hands or joints discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention An anti vibration system does not guarantee the avoid ance of these problems Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool ON STOP switch The ON STOP switch should be used to stop the engine CHECKING MAINTAINING AND SERVICING CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING Never use a chain saw with defective safety equipment Safety equipment must be inspected and main tained If your chain saw does not pass in spection take the saw to your nearest ser vice dealer for repair Chain brake Brush off any wood dust resin and dirt from the chain brake and clutch drum Dirt and wear can impair op eration of the brake For additional infor ma
19. he unit or fuel in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters electric motors or switches fumaces etc Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil dren Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete service is carried out before long term storage The guide bar and chain must always be covered with a scabbard when the machine is being transported or in storage in order to prevent accident contact with the sharp chain Even a non moving chain can cause serious cuts to yourself or persons you bump into with an exposed chain 13 Acaution It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor fuel fil ter fuel hose or fuel tank during storage Al TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE cohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to fuel mixture separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the engine WARNING Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below exceptremedies that require operation of the unit TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not start or will run 1 Ignition switch off 2 Engine flooded 1 Move ignition switch to ON 2 See Difficult Starting in only a few Operation Section seconds after 3 Fuel tank empty 3 Fill tank with correct fuel mixture s
20. in just touches the stop This should allow the pin to be near the correct position 5 Slide guide bar behind clutch drum until guide bar stops against clutch drum sprocket Mount the Bar 6 Carefully remove the chain from the pack age Hold chain with the drive links as shown CUTTERS MUST FACE IN DIIRECTION OF ROTATION 7 Place chain over and behind clutch fitting the drive links in the clutch drum sprocket 8 Fit bottom of drive links between the teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the guide bar 9 Fit chain drive links into bar groove 10 Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug in guide bar groove Ensure all drive links are in the bar groove 11 Now install chain brake making sure the adjusting pin is positioned in the lower hole in the guide bar Remember this pin moves the bar forward and backward as the screw is turned 12 Install chain brake nuts and finger tighten only Once the chain is tensioned you will need to tighten chain brake nuts CHAIN TENSION Including units with chain already installed NOTE When adjusting chain tension make sure the chain brake nuts are finger tight only Attempting to tension the chain when the chain brake nuts are tight can cause damage Checking the tension Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjust ment tool bar tool to move the chain around the bar If the chain does not rotate it is too tight If too loose the chain will sag below the
21. ll Maintain a distance of 2 1 2 tree lengths from the nearest person or other objects En gine noise can drown out a warning call Remove dirt stones loose bark nails staples and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made x Plan a clear retreat path e 3 UC m_ Direction of Fall FELLING LARGE TREES 15 cm in diameter or larger The notch method is used to fell large trees A notchis cuton the side ofthe tree in the de sired direction of fall After a felling cut is made on the opposite side of tree the tree will tend to fall into the notch NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE TREE Make notch cut by cutting the top of the notch first Cut through 1 3 of the diameter ofthetree Nextcomplete the notch by cut ting the bottom of the notch See illustra tion Once the notch is cut remove the notch of wood from the tree Final cut here 5 cm above 3 center of notch First cut e After removing the wood from the notch make the felling cuton the opposite side of the notch This is done by making a cut abouttwo inches higher than the center of the notch This will leave enough uncut wood between the felling cutand the notch to form a hinge This hinge will help pre ventthe tree from falling in the wrong direc tion Hinge holds tree on stump and helps control fall SN N Opening of felling Closing 7 J cut of notch NOTE Before felling cut is complete use wedges to open the cut when necessary t
22. n lose control of the saw resulting in injury and or damage to the saw Stop the saw drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the cut until the saw can be removed easily Restart the saw and carefully reenter the cut Do not attemptto restart yoursaw when itis pinched or hung in a log Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or wooden wedge to force cut open Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with the saw against the log When overcut ting use light downward pressure Overcutting Undercutting RES Undercutting involves cutting on the under side ofthe log with top of saw againstthe log When undercutting use light upward pres sure Hold saw firmly and maintain control The saw will tend to push back toward you 11 A WARNING Never turn saw upside down to undercut The saw cannot be con trolled in this position First cut on pressure side of log mene r Second cut y Second cut First cut on pressure side of log BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT e Overcutthrough 1 3 of the diameter of the og e Roll the log over and finish with a second overcut Give special attention to logs under strain to prevent the saw from pinching Make the first cuton the pressure side to relieve the stress on the log BUCKING USING A LOG OR SUP PORT STAND Remember your first cut is always on the pressure side of the log Your first cut should extend 1 3 of the diameter of the log e Finish with your secon
23. ngine fails to start re fer to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE CHAIN BRAKE WARNING If the brake band is worn too thin it may break when the chain brake is triggered With a broken brake band the chain brake will not stop the chain The chain brake should be replaced by an authorized service dealer if any partis worn to less than 0 02 0 5 mm thick R epairs on a chain brake should be made by an authorized service dealer Take your unit to the place of purchase if purchased from a servicing dealer or to the nearestautho rized master service dealer This saw is equipped with a chain brake The brake is designed to stop the chain if kickback occurs The inertia activated chain brake is acti vated if the front hand guard is pushed for ward either manually or by centrifugal force Ifthe brake is already activated itis disen gaged by pulling the fronthand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible When cutting with the saw the chain brake must be disengaged Disengaged tony ji Si Engaged Braking f function control CAUTION The chain brake must be checked several times daily The engine mustbe running when performing this proce dure This is the only instance when the saw should be placed on the ground with the en gine running Place the saw on firm ground Grip the rear handle with yourrighthand andthe fronthan dle with your left hand Apply full throttle by fully depressing the throttle trigger
24. o control the direction of fall To avoid kickback or chain damage use wood or plastic wedges but never steel or iron wedges 10 Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall cracking sounds widening of the fell ing cut or movement in the upper branches As tree starts to fall stop saw put it down and get away quickly on your planned re treat path DO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree with yoursaw Be extremely cautious with partially fallen trees that may be poorly Supported When a tree doesn t fall com pletely setthe saw aside and pull down the tree with a cable winch block and tackle or tractor CUTTING A FALLEN TREE BUCKING Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen tree to the desired log length A WARNING Do not stand on the log being cut Any portion can roll causing loss of footing and control Do notstand downhill ofthe log being cut Important points Cutonly one log at a time Cut shattered wood very carefully sharp pieces of wood could be flung toward oper ator Use a sawhorse to cutsmalllogs Never allow another person to hold the log while cutting and never hold the log with your leg or foot Do not cut in an area where logs limbs and roots are tangled Drag the logs into a clear area before cutting by pulling out ex posed and cleared logs first TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR BUCKING WARNING If saw becomes pinched or hung ina log don t try to force itout You ca
25. of the COUNCIL S DIRECTIVES of 22 J une 1998 relating to machinery 98 37 EC annex IIA of 3 May 1989 relating to electromagnetic compatibility 89 336 EEC and applicable supplements and of 8 May 2000 relating to the noise emissions in the environment in accordance with Annex V of 2000 14 EC The measured sound power is 110 dB A the guaranteed sound power is 118 dB A and the net power is 1 1 kW 1 2 kW or 1 3 kW The following standards have been applied ISO 11681 1 2004 EN ISO 12100 1 2003 EN ISO 12100 2 2003 and CISPR 12 2001 Notified body 0404 the Swedish Machinery Testing Institute F yrisborgsgatan 3 S 754 50 Uppsala Sweden has carried out EC type approval The certificate s is numbered 404 07 1193 The supplied Chain Saw conforms with the sample that underwent the EC type approval Wicked hende Michael S Bounds Director Product Safety and Standards Handheld Consumer Products 14 07 05 31 TECHNICAL DATA SHEET P33XT P33XT P351XT Engine P351XT P4 18XT 4 20XT Noise levels P4 18XT P4 20XT Cylinder volume Equivalent see note 1 noise cm3 46 46 46 pressure level at operator s ear Stroke mm 32 32 32 measured according to relevant Idle speed rom 3000 3000 3000 international standards dB A 96 3 Recommended max Equivalent see note 1 noise speed unloaded power level measured rpm 13000 13000 13000 according to relevant Power kW 11 1 2 13 international standards dB A 110 I
26. on Do not clean filter in gaso line or other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions Cleaning the air filter A dirty air filter decreases engine perform ance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions Always clean after every 5 hours of operation 1 Clean the cover and the area around itto keep dirt and sawdust from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed Remove the parts as illustrated below Wash the filter in soap and water Rinse in clean cool water Air dry completely before reinstalling 4 Add a few drops of oil to the filter squeeze filter to distribute oil 5 Reinstall parts Air Fi eo Iter SIT Cylinder Cover here M CN ylinder Cover cy j TON WN 12 BAR MAINTENANCE If your saw cuts to one side has to be forced through the cut or been run with an improper amount of bar lubrication it may be necessary to service your bar A worn bar will damage your chain and make cutting difficult After each use ensure ON STOP switch is in the STOP position then clean allsawdust from the guide bar and sprocket hole To maintain guide bar Move ON STOP switch to the STOP posi tion Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and chain brake Remove bar and chain from Saw Clean the oil holes and bar groove after each 5 hours of operation Remove Sawdust From Guide Bar Groove Oil Holes SS
27. operating the saw Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in the areas where fuel is mixed or poured There should be no smoking open flames or work that could cause sparks Allow en gine to cool before refueling Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on bare ground store fuel in a cool dry well ventilated place and use an approved marked container for all fuel purposes Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw Move atleast 10 feet 3 meters from fuel ing site before starting engine Turn the engine off and let saw cool ina non combustible area not on dry leaves straw paper etc Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel unit Store the unitand fuelin an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc KICKBACK WARNING Avoid kickback which can resultin serious injury Kickback is the backward upward or sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring when the saw chain near the upper tip ofthe guide bar con tacts any object such as a log or branch or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut Contacting a foreign ob ject in the wood can also result in loss of chain saw control e Rotational Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an objectatthe up per tip of the guide bar This contact can cause the chain to dig into the object which stops the chain for an instant The result is a lightning fast reverse r
28. small and freely hanging limbs Undercutting could cause limbs to fall and pinch saw PRUNING A WARNING Limit pruning to limbs shoulder height or below Do not cut if branches are higher than your shoulder G et a professional to do the job Make your fist cut 1 3 of the way through the bottom of the limb Next make a 2nd cutall the way through the limb Then cuta third overcutleaving a1 to 2inchcollar from the trunk of the tree E vi Second tuy Third cut X Collar 7 First cut j Pruning technique SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS A WARNING Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments We recommend all service and adjustments not listed in this manual be performed by an Authorized Service Dealer MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Fuel mixture level Before each use Bar lubrication Before each use Chain tension Before each use Chain sharpness Before each use For damaged parts Before each use For loose caps Before each use For loose fasteners Before each use For loose parts Before each use Inspect and Clean PUN MD Before each use Complete saw After each use Air filter Every 5 hours Chain brake Every 5 hours Spark arresting screen and muffler Every 25 hours Replace spark plug Yearly Replace fuel filter Yearly Hours of Operation AIR FILTER Acauti
29. starter rope sharply 5 times with your right hand Then proceed to the next step NOTE If the engine sounds as if it is trying to start before the 5th pull stop pulling and immediately proceed to the next step 5 Push the choke fast idle lever in to the HALF CHOKE position CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER SIDE VIEW b 8 x p vt 74 dy ho Choke Li h oh fast idle lever OFF HALF FULL FP WN HG 6 Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand until the engine starts 7 Allow the engine to run for approximately 30 seconds Then squeeze and release throttle triggerto allow engine to return to idle speed STARTING A WARM ENGINE Move ON STOP switch to the ON posi tion Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times Pull the choke fast idle lever out to the HALF CHOKE position Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand until the engine starts Squeeze and release throttle trigger to allow engine to return to idle speed DIFFICULT STARTING or starting a flooded engine The Engine may be flooded with too much fuel if it has not started after 10 pulls Flooded engines can be cleared of excess fuel by pushing the choke fast idle lever in completely to the OFF CHOKE position and then following the warm engine starting procedure listed above Ensure the ON STOP switch is in the ON position v F amp F WN Starting could require pulling the starter rope handle many times depending on how badly the unitis flooded If e
30. tarting 4 Spark plug not firing 4 Install new spark plug 5 Fuel not reaching 5 Check for dirty fuel filter replace carburetor Check for kinked or split fuel line repair or replace Engine will 1 Idle speed requires 1 See Carburetor Adjustment in the not idle adjustment Service and Adjustments Section properly 2 Carburetor requires 2 Contact an authorized service dealer adjustment Engine will not 1 Air filter dirty 1 Clean or replace air filter accelerate 2 Spark plug fouled 2 Clean or replace plug and regap lacks power 3 Chain brake engaged 3 Disengage chain brake or dies under 4 Carburetor requires 4 Contactan authorized service dealer a load adjustment Engine 1 Too much oil mixed with 1 Empty fuel tank and refill with smokes gasoline correct fuel mixture excessively Chain moves 1 Idle speed requires 1 See Carburetor Adjustment in the at idle speed adjustment Service and Adjustments S ection 2 Clutch requires repair 2 Contact an authorized service dealer DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EC Declaration of Conformity Only applies to Europe We Husqvarna Outdoor Products Italia S p A Valmadrera Italy Tel 39 0341 203211 declare that the chain saw models Partner P33XT P351XT P4 18XT and P4 20XT CSI AV from serial numbers 2007 151 N or D 00001 and onwards the year is clearly stated on the rating plate followed by the serial number comply with the requirements
31. tion see OPERATING YOUR UNIT section Throttletriggerlock out Check thatthe throttle trigger can notbe operated until the throttle lock out is pressed Chain catcher Check that the chain catcher is not damaged and is firmly at tached to the body of the chain saw Vibration damping system Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or deformation Make sure the vibration damping units are securely at tached to the engine unit and handle unit ON STOP switch Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you move the ON STOP switch to the STOP position MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER Haveall chain saw service performed by a qualified service dealer with the exception ofthe items listed in the maintenance sec tion ofthis manual Forexample ifimprop ertools are used to remove or hold the fly wheel when servicing the clutch structural damage to the flywheel can occur and cause the flywheel to burst Make certain the saw chain stops moving when the throttle trigger is released For correction refer to CARBURETOR AD J USTMENTS Never modify your saw in any way Use only attachments supplied or specifically recommended by the manufacturer Keepthe handles dry clean and free ofoil or fuel mixture Keep fuel and oil caps screws and fas teners securely tightened Use only Partner accessories and re placement parts as recommended HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
32. ts Never letthe moving chain contact any ob ject at the tip of the guide bar Keep the working area free from obstruc tions suchas othertrees branches rocks fences stumps etc Eliminate or avoid any obstruction that your saw chain could hit while you are cutting through a particu lar log or branch Keep your saw chain aa and properly tensioned A loose or dull chain can in crease the chance of kickback occurring Follow manufacturer s chain sharpening and maintenance instructions C heck ten sion at regular intervals with the engine stopped never with the engine running Make sure the bar clamp nuts are securely tightened after tensioning the chain Begin and continue cutting at full speed If the chain is moving at a slower speed there is greater chance of kickback occurring Cutone log ata time Use extreme caution when re entering a previous cut Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of the bar plunge cuts Watch for shifting logs or other forces that could close a cut and pinch or fall into chain Use the Reduced Kickback G uide Bar and Low Kickback Chain specified for your saw MAINTAIN CONTROL Stand to the left of the saw Never reverse hand positions Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands when the engine is running and don tletgo A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw Keep the fingers of your left hand encir cling and your left thumb under the
33. w frame against the log Keep the engine at full speed the entire time you are cutting e Allow the chain to cutfor you E xertonly light downward pressure Release the throttle trigger as soon as the cut is completed allowing the en gine to idle If you run the saw at full throttle withouta cutting load unneces Sary wear can occur To avoid losing control when cut is com plete do not put pressure on saw at end of cut Stop the engine before setting the saw down TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES WARNING Do notcutnear buildings or electrical wires if you do not know the di rection of tree fall at night since you will not be able to see well or during bad weather such as rain snow or strong winds as fall is unpredictable Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad vance You need a clear area all around the tree so you can have secure footing Check for broken or dead branches which can fall on you causing serious injury Natural conditions that can cause a tree to fall in a particular direction include The wind direction and speed The lean of the tree The lean of a tree might not be apparent due to uneven or sloping terrain Use a plumb or level to de termine the direction of tree lean Weight and branches on one side Surrounding trees and obstacles Look for decay and rot If the trunk is rotted itcan snap and fall toward the operator Make sure there is enough room for the tree to fa
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