Husqvarna Power Axe 350i Operator's Manual page 7

• Only use replacement guide bars and saw chains
specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement
guide bars and saw chains may cause chain
breakage and/or kickback.
• Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and
maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to
increased kickback.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
General safety instructions
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• This product is a dangerous tool if you are not
careful or if you use the product incorrectly. This
product can cause serious injury or death to the
operator or others. It is very important that you
read and understand the contents of this operator's
manual.
• Do not change the product without an approval from
the manufacturer. Do not use a product that has
been changed by others and always use original
accessories. Changes that are not approved from
the manufacturer can result in serious injury or death
to the operator or others. Your warranty may not
cover damage or liability caused by the use of non-
authorized accessories or replacement parts.
• Long term inhalation of chain oil fumes and sawdust
can cause health problems.
• This product produces an electromagnetic field
during operation. This field may under some
circumstances interfere with active or passive
medical implants. To decrease the risk of serious
injury or death, we recommend persons with medical
implants to turn to their physician and the medical
implant manufacturer before operating this product.
• The information in this operator's manual is not
a replacement for professional knowledge and
experience. If you do not feel safe in the situation
that you are in, stop the product. Turn to your
servicing dealer or a professional chainsaw operator.
Do not attempt any task that you feel unsure of!
Safety instructions for operation
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• The information in this operator's manual is not
a replacement for professional knowledge and
experience. If you do not feel safe in the situation
that you are in, stop the product. Turn to your
servicing dealer or a professional chainsaw operator.
Do not attempt any task that you feel unsure of!
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Read the warning
Read the warning
• Turn to your servicing dealer or Husqvarna if you
have questions about the operation of the product.
We can give you information about how to operate
your product effectively and safely. Participate in a
training class in chainsaw operation if possible. Your
servicing dealer, forestry school or your library can
give you information about training materials and
classes that are available.
• You must understand the effects of kickback and
how to prevent them before you use this product.
Kickback information on page 16 and
Refer to
Common questions about kickback on page 17 for
instructions.
• Do not use a product, battery or battery charger that
is damaged or does not operate correctly.
• 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.
• Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings
added risk. Due to the added risk, it is not
recommended to use the machine in very bad
weather, for instance in dense fog, heavy rain,
strong winds, intense cold, risk of lightning, etc.
• Do not start a product unless the guide bar, saw
chain and all covers are assembled correctly. If
not, the drive sprocket can come loose and cause
Assembly on page 13 for
serious injuries. Refer to
instructions.
• Sometimes chips get stuck in the clutch cover
causing the saw chain to jam. Always stop the motor
before cleaning.
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