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Husqvarna XP 540i Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 ® ® 540i XP , 540i XPG Operator's manual 2-49...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction..............2 Technical data.............. 39 Safety................5 Accessories..............40 Assembly..............17 Declaration of Conformity..........44 Operation..............19 Registered trademarks..........46 Maintenance..............29 Supplier's Declaration of Conformity......47 Troubleshooting............37 Warranty............... 48 Transportation, storage and disposal......38 Introduction Intended use Product description This chainsaw for forest service is designed for forest This product is a chainsaw model with an electric motor.
  • Page 3 Chain oil. 33. Operator's manual 34. Oil pump adjustment screw Recommended cutting equipment in this Husqvarna HXX 35. Product and serial number plate example: Bar length XX in (XX mm), max. nose radius X Teeth, chain type Symbols on the product XX mm/XX Husqvarna HXX.
  • Page 4 Protected against splashing water. Symbols on the product Recommended cutting equipment in this Husqvarna HXX example: Bar length XX in (XX mm), Be careful and use the product correctly. max. nose radius X Teeth, chain type...

  • Page 5: Safety

    • the product is not repaired at an approved service center or by an approved authority. Manufacturer Husqvarna AB Safety Safety definitions or dust.Machines create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
  • Page 6 of inattention while operating machines may result in • Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly serious personal injury. maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. • Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
  • Page 7 Use of the chain saw for operations made to this equipment not expressly different than intended could result in a hazardous situation. approved by Husqvarna may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. • Do not attempt to fell a tree until you have...
  • Page 8 Responsible Party • This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may under some Husqvarna Professional Product, Inc. circumstances interfere with active or passive 9335 Harris Corners Parkway medical implants. To decrease the risk of serious injury or death, we recommend persons with medical...
  • Page 9 • Turn to your servicing dealer or Husqvarna if you start it if they are not fully supervised. This can mean have questions about the operation of the product.
  • Page 10 Do not attempt any task that you feel unsure of! Examine the conditions and the terrain around • Turn to your servicing dealer or Husqvarna if you you for possible obstacles such as roots, rocks, have questions about the operation of the product.
  • Page 11 • Do not touch a rotating saw chain. It can cause serious injuries of death. • Do not use the product if you are tired, while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, medicine or anything that could have a negative effect on your vision, alertness, coordination or judgment.
  • Page 12 • When you put the product on the ground, engage the • Make sure that you can move around safely. chain brake and have a constant view of the product. Examine the conditions and the terrain around Stop the product and remove the battery before you you for possible obstacles such as roots, rocks, leave your product for any length of time.
  • Page 13 Product overview on page 2 . • If the safety devices are damaged or do not operate correctly, speak to your Husqvarna servicing dealer. Automatic stop function The product has an automatic stop function that stops Functions of the user interface (540i XP) the product if you do not use it for 3 minutes.
  • Page 14 brake manually. This movement starts a spring-loaded mechanism that stops the drive sprocket. A kickback can be very sudden and intense. Most kickbacks are small and do not always engage the chain How the chain brake is engaged is in relation to the brake.
  • Page 15 • Use an approved grounded mains socket that is not damaged. • Do not use other battery chargers than the one supplied for your product. Only use Husqvarna QC Battery safety chargers when you charge Husqvarna replacement batteries BLi. WARNING: Read the warning •...
  • Page 16 • Do not use other battery chargers than the one product. supplied for your product. Only use Husqvarna QC chargers when you charge Husqvarna replacement • Only use original spare parts. batteries BLi.

  • Page 17: Assembly

    To adjust saw chain that is damaged or incorrectly sharpened chain and chain drive sprocket. Refer to increases the risk of accidents. the tension of the saw chain (with bar bolt) on page 34 . • Keep the correct depth gauge setting. Obey the instructions and use the recommended depth gauge •...
  • Page 18 4. Make sure that the edges of the cutters point forward 3. Push the air intake cover to the left until the holes on the top edge of the guide bar. align. 4. Install the screw. 5. Install the drive sprocket cover and steer the chain adjuster pin to the hole in the guide bar.

  • Page 19: Operation

    10. Make sure that the saw chain stops when you Husqvarna Connect release the power trigger. Husqvarna Connect is a free app for your mobile device. The Husqvarna Connect app gives extended functions for your Husqvarna product. •...
  • Page 20 • Remove the cap to the chain oil tank. 3. Make sure that the green charging light on the battery charger comes on. That means that the • Fill the chain oil tank with chain oil. battery is connected correctly to the battery charger. •...
  • Page 21 use the product when the kickback occurs that causes must be large to engage the chain brake. If the chain the direction of the movement. brake is too sensitive, it can engage during rough operation. • Will the chain brake always protect me from injury during a kickback? No.
  • Page 22 4. Push on the lower part of the battery until you hear a • Push the SavE button quickly to disengage the heat click sound. in the handles. The indicator for heat in the handles goes off. Oil level indicator The oil level indicator shows when it is time to fill chain oil.
  • Page 23 better control of the product and the position of the CAUTION: Do not let the motor operate kickback zone. for too long without load. This can cause damage to the motor. 1. Put the trunk on a saw horse or runners. •...
  • Page 24 2. Cut approximately ⅔ through the trunk and then 2. Cut through the remaining part of the trunk on the stop. Turn the trunk and cut from the opposite side. push stroke to complete the cut. To cut a trunk that has support on one end WARNING: Stop the motor if the saw chain gets caught in the trunk.
  • Page 25 b) Select the applicable cutting technique for the a) Select the applicable cutting technique for the tension in the branch. tension in the branch. WARNING: WARNING: If you are not sure If you are not sure about how to cut the branch, speak about how to cut the branch, speak to a professional chainsaw operator to a professional chainsaw operator...
  • Page 26 Refer to on page 28 . To fell a tree Husqvarna recommends you to make the directional cuts and then use the safe corner method when you fell a tree. The safe corner method helps you to make a correct felling hinge and control the felling direction.
  • Page 27 The felling hinge 2. Make sure that the directional cut line is perfectly horizontal and at right angles (90°) to the felling The most important procedure during tree felling is to direction. The directional cut line goes through the make the correct felling hinge. With a correct felling point where the two directional cuts touch.
  • Page 28 To free a trapped tree d) Cut through the remaining of the trunk to complete a safe corner that is 5-10 cm/2-4 in wide. WARNING: It is very dangerous to remove a trapped tree and there is a high accident risk. Keep out of the risk zone and do not try to fell a trapped tree.

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    4. Keep a position where the tree or branch can not hit a risk that the tree moves quickly before you when the tension is released. or after you cut it. Serious injury can occur if you are in an incorrect position or if you cut incorrectly.
  • Page 30 Maintenance Before Weekly Monthly Make sure that the cutter and cutter guard have no cracks and that they are not damaged. Replace the cutter or cutter guard if they have cracks or if they have been exposed to impact. Make sure that the guide bar and saw chain have sufficient oil. Do a check of the saw chain.
  • Page 31 2. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around the handles 3. Make sure that the power trigger is locked at the idle and hold the product tight. position when the power trigger lockout is released. 4. Start the product and apply full power. 5.
  • Page 32 Replace a worn or damaged guide bar or saw chain with the guide bar and saw chain combination recommended by Husqvarna. This is necessary to keep the safety Accessories on functions of the product. Refer to page 40 , for a list of replacement bar and chain combinations that we recommend.
  • Page 33 It is not easy to sharpen a saw chain correctly without cutters the correct equipment. Use a Husqvarna recommended file gauge. This will help you to keep maximum cutting Do not use a blunt saw chain. If the saw chain is blunt, performance and the kickback risk at a minimum.
  • Page 34 Decrease the pressure on the pull stroke. 1. Use a flat file and a depth gauge tool to adjust the depth gauge setting. Only use a Husqvarna recommended depth gauge tool to get the correct depth gauge setting and bevel for the depth gauge.
  • Page 35 3. Tighten the saw chain until it is tight against the 2. If the saw chain lubrication is correct, you will see a guide bar. clear line of oil on the surface after 1 minute. 4. Tighten the bar nut with the combination wrench and lift the front of the guide bar at the same time.
  • Page 36 To do a check of the chain drive To do a check of the guide bar sprocket 1. Make sure that the oil channel is not blocked. Clean if it is necessary. • Examine the chain drive sprocket for wear. Replace the chain drive sprocket if it is necessary.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    7. Turn the guide bar daily to extend its life cycle. • Turn the adjustment screw for the oil pump. Use a screwdriver or the combination wrench. To adjust the chain oil flow WARNING: Stop the motor before you a) Turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise to make adjustments to the oil pump.

  • Page 38: Transportation, Storage And Disposal

    Problem Possible faults Possible solution Red error LED flashes. The battery is empty. Charge the battery. Temperature deviation. Use the battery in temperatures between -10°C (14°F) and 40°C (104°F). Overvoltage. Remove the battery from the battery charger. Red error LED comes on. Cell difference is to much (1V).

  • Page 39: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data 540i XP 540i XPG Motor Type BLDC (brushless) 36V BLDC (brushless) 36V Features Low energy mode savE savE Lubrication system Type of oil pump Adjustable Adjustable Oil tank capacity, liter/cm 0.18/180 0.18/180 Weight Chainsaw without battery, guide bar, saw chain and emp- ty chain oil tank, kg Water protection level IPX4...

  • Page 40: Accessories

    Radio frequency data for Bluetooth Frequency band, GHz 2.4-2.4835 2.4-2.4835 Output power, max dBm 0 Accessories Guide bar and saw chain combinations The following cutting attachments are approved for ® ® Husqvarna 540i XP , 540i XPG 1065 - 011 - 06.05.2024...
  • Page 41 Association Z62.1-11 (Chain saws) and Z62.3-11 (Chain Saw Kickback). Following is a list of recommended cutting equipment for Husqvarna 540i XP and 540i XPG. This model Furthermore the saw chain Husqvarna H38 is evaluated equipped with either of the listed guide bar and saw...
  • Page 42 The part numbers are given in the table below. Using Husqvarna file gauge will give you the correct If you do not know which saw chain you have on your filing angles. We recommend you to always use a product, turn to your servicing dealer.
  • Page 43 Battery BLi200X BLi300 40-B220X 40-B330X Battery capacity, Ah Nominal voltage, V Weight, lb/kg 3.0/1.4 4.4/2.0 3.0/1.4 4.4/2.0 Approved battery chargers Battery charger QC500 Input voltage, V 100-240 Frequency, Hz 50-60 Power, W 1065 - 011 - 06.05.2024...

  • Page 44: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declare on our sole responsibility that the product: Description Cordless battery chainsaw Brand Husqvarna ® ® Type / Model 540i XP , 540i XPG...
  • Page 45 UK Declaration of Conformity We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declare on our sole responsibility that the product: Description Cordless battery chainsaw Brand Husqvarna ® ® Type / Model 540i XP , 540i XPG Identification Serial numbers dating from 2020 and onwards...

  • Page 46: Registered Trademarks

    Registered trademarks ® Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered Bluetooth SIG, inc. and any use trademarks owned by of such marks by Husqvarna is under license. 1065 - 011 - 06.05.2024...

  • Page 47: Supplier's Declaration Of Conformity

    Supplier's Declaration of Conformity ® ® 540i XP , 540i XPG Responsible Party Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc 8825 Statesville Road, Charlotte, NC 28269 USA Tel: +1 704 597 5000 www.husqvarna.com/us/support/e-mail/ 1065 - 011 - 06.05.2024...

  • Page 48: Warranty

    Warranty AMERICAN STANDARD SAFETY from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use. PRECAUTIONS Do not operate a chain saw when you are fatigued. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR CHAIN SAW USERS Use safety footwear; snug-fitting clothing, protective (ANSI B175.1-2012 Annex C) gloves, and eye, hearing and head protection devices.
  • Page 49 Note: This Annex is intended primarily for the consumer or occasional user. 1065 - 011 - 06.05.2024...
  • Page 50 1065 - 011 - 06.05.2024...
  • Page 51 1065 - 011 - 06.05.2024...
  • Page 52 Original instructions 1144077-26 2024-05-21...

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