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Operator ′ s manual 418 EL 420 EL E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: Disconnect the plug before adjusting or Translation of the original Swedish operating instruction. cleaning. WARNING! Chain saws can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can Risk of electric shock. result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others.
KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols in the operator’s You will find the following decals on your machine. manual: Always unplug the product from the power supply when assembling, checking and/or performing maintenace. Always wear approved protective gloves. Regular cleaning is required. Visual check.
CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: ........6 Symbols in the operator’s manual: ......7 Carton contents: ........... 7 CONTENTS Contents ............... 8 INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, ............. 9 WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the chain saw? ......9 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General power tool safety warnings ......
14 Trigger lockout button forestry and gardening, as well as for the building and construction industry. Husqvarna ′ s aim is also to be at the 15 Chain catcher front edge for ergonomics, usability, security and 16 Adjusting screw for oil pump environmental protection.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General power tool safety the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools warnings may result in serious personal injury. • Use personal protective equipment. Always wear WARNING! Read all safety warnings and eye protection.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are contact with the moving saw chain. less likely to bind and are easier to control. •...
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electrical safety Cables • It is recommended that you use a Residual Current • Extension cables are available from your local Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than Approved Service Centre. 30mA. Even with a RCD installed 100% safety cannot •...
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Work is constantly in progress to improve the design and technology - improvements that increase your safety and efficiency. Visit your dealer regularly to see whether you IMPORTANT! can benefit from new features that have been introduced. This chain saw for tree service is designed for pruning Personal protective equipment and dismantling standing tree crowns.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS carried out professionally. If you need further information Will my hand always activate the chain please contact your nearest service workshop. brake during a kickback? No. It takes a certain force to move the hand guard WARNING! Never use a machine with forward.
Reduce the risk of the saw chain breaking or jumping a bar and chain combinations recommended by off the bar. Husqvarna. See instructions under the heading Technical • Obtain optimal cutting performance. Data for a list of replacement bar and chain combinations we recommend.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Drive link width (mm/inches) (16) General advice on adjusting depth gauge setting • Number of drive links. (15) When you sharpen the cutting tooth the depth gauge setting will decrease. To maintain optimal cutting Sharpening your chain and adjusting performance the depth gauge has to be filed down to depth gauge setting achieve the recommended depth gauge setting.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Fold the knob back in to lock the tensioning. • Whether the chain is stiff. • Whether rivets and links are badly worn. Lubricating cutting equipment Replace the saw chain if it exhibits any of the points above.
ASSEMBLY Fitting the bar and chain WARNING! Always wear gloves, when working with the chain. • Check that the chain brake is in disengaged position by moving the front hand guard towards the front handle. (36) • Remove the knob and remove the clutch cover (chain brake).
STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping WARNING! Note the following before starting: Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all covers are fitted correctly. Otherwise the drive sprocket can come loose and cause personal injuries. Make sure you have a secure footing and that the chain cannot touch anything.
WORKING TECHNIQUES Before use: If working in hot condition be aware of dehydration and drink fluids. (42) Take great care when removing small branches and Check that the chain brake works correctly and is not avoid cutting bushes (i.e. cutting many small branches damaged.
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WORKING TECHNIQUES saw chain and be thrown towards you. Even if this Terms does not need to be a danger, you may be surprised Limbing = Cutting branches off a felled tree. and lose control of the saw. Never saw stacked logs or Splitting = When the object you are cutting breaks off branches without first separating them.
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WORKING TECHNIQUES Cut all the way through the log from above. Avoid letting The main point to avoid is letting the tree fall onto another the chain touch the ground as you finish the cut. Maintain tree. It is very dangerous to remove a trapped tree and full throttle but be prepared for what might happen.
WORKING TECHNIQUES Set the spiked bumper (if one is fitted) just behind the Never cut straight through a tree or branch that is in felling hinge. Use full throttle and advance the chain/bar tension! slowly into the tree. Make sure the tree does not start to If you must cut across tree/limb, make two to three cuts, move in the opposite direction to your intended felling one inch apart, one to two inches deep.
MAINTENANCE General • Check that the power trigger and power trigger lockout move freely and that the return springs work properly. The user must only carry out the maintenance and (81) service work described in this Operator's Manual. More • Activate the chain saw and apply full power.
MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance steps that must be performed on the machine. Most of the items are described in the Maintenance section. Each use Frequent Occasional File off any burrs from the edges of Clean the outside of the machine.
TECHNICAL DATA Technical data 418EL 420EL Electric motor Type Series AC Motor Series AC Motor Power 1800W 2000W Voltage range 230-240V 230-240V Lubrication system Type of oil pump Automatic Automatic Oil tank capacity, litre 0,20 0,20 Weight Chainsaw without bar and chain, empty chain oil tank, kg Noise emissions (see note 1) Sound power level, measured dB (A) 101,9...
TECHNICAL DATA Guide bar and saw chain combinations The following cutting attachments are approved for the models Husqvarna 418 EL and 420 EL.. Guide bar Saw chain Model Length, cm/ Max. nose Length, drive Pitch, inch Gauge, mm Type inch radius links (no.)
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