Oper ator’s manual 455e Rancher 455 Rancher 460 Rancher

1 1153137-952009-12-29 Original instructions The engine exhaust from this productcontains chemical known to the Stateof California to cause cancer, birthdefects or other reproductive harm. 455e Rancher 455 Rancher 460 Rancher Oper ator s manual Please r ead the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. EEEE nnnngggglllliiiisssshhhh KEY T O SYMBOLS 2 English 1153137-95 Rev .2 2009-12-29 Symbols on the mac hine: W ARNING! Chain saws can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the wear: Approved protective helmet Approved hearing protection Protective goggles or a visor Both of the operator s hands must be used to operate the chain saw.

2 Never operate a chain saw holding it with one hand only. Contact of the guide bar tip with any object must be ! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, and cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and towards the operator. May cause serious personal injury. Chain brake, activated (right) Chain brake, not activated (left) Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets. Symbols in the operator s manual : Switch off the engine b y moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying out any checks or maintenance. Always wear approved protective gloves.

3 Regular cleaning is required. Visual check. Protective goggles or a visor must be worn. Refuelling. Filling with oil and adjusting oil flow. The chain brake must be engaged when the chain saw is ! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, and cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and towards the operator. May cause serious personal injury. AMERICAN STANDARD SAFETY PRECAUTIONSE nglish 431153137-95 2009-12-29 Safety precautions for chain saw users(ANSI Annex C)Kickback safety precautionsWith a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise.

4 Sudden surprise contributes to a good firm grip on the saw with both hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle, when the engine is running. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles. A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw. Don t let sure that the area in which you are cutting is free from obstacles. Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch, or any other obstacle which could be hit while you are operating the at high engine not overreach or cut above shoulder manufacturer s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or the safety precautionsDo not operate a chain saw when you are safety footwear; snug-fitting clothing, protective gloves, and eye, hearing and head protection caution when handling fuel.

5 Move the chain saw at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling point before starting the not allow other persons to be near the chain saw when starting or cutting with the chain saw. Keep bystanders and animals out of the work not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing and a planned retreat path from the falling all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the engine is you start the engine, make sure that the saw chain is not contacting the chain saw with the engine stopped, the guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and the muffler away from your not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled.

6 Be sure that the saw chain stops moving when the throttle control trigger is off the engine before setting the chain saw extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for springback so that you will not be struck when the tension in the wood fibers is handles dry, clean and free of oil or fuel the chain saw only in well-ventilated not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you have been specifically trained to do not operate a chain saw above shoulder chain saw service, other than the items listed in the operator s/owner s safety and maintenance instructions, should be performed by competent chain saw service personnel.

7 (For example, if improper tools are used to remove the flywheel or if an improper tool is used to hold the flywheel in order to remove the clutch, structural damage to the flywheel could occur and subsequently cause the flywheel to burst.)When transporting your chain saw, use the appropriate guide bar : This Annex is intended primarily for the consumer or occasional user.!WARNING! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious personal not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw.

8 As a chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.!WARNING! Do not operate a chain saw with one hand! Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders or any combination of these persons may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT42 English1153137-95 2009-12-29 MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION-RELATED PARTSAny Husqvarna Forest & Garden approved replacement part used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs on emission-related parts, will be provided without charge to the owner if the part is under CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST1 Carburetor and internal parts2 Intake pipe, airfilter holder and carburetor Airfilter and fuelfilter covered up to maintenance Spark Plug.

9 Covered up to maintenance schedule5 Ignition ModuleMAINTENANCE STATEMENTThe owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance, as defined in the operator s manual . KEY T O SYMBOLS English 3 1153137-95 Rev .2 2009-12-29 Y ou will find the following labels on your chain saw: EP A III The Emissions Compliance P eriod referred to on the Emission Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emissions requirements. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI Saw CONTENTS 4 English 1153137-95 Rev.

10 2 2009-12-29 Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: ..2 Symbols in the operator s manual : ..2 CONTENTS Contents ..4 INTR ODUCTION Dear customer! ..5 WHA T IS WHAT? What is what on the chain sa w? ..6 GENERAL SAFETY PRECA UTIONS Bef ore using a new chain saw ..7 Important ..7 Always use common sense ..7 Personal protective equipment ..8 Machine s safety equipment ..8 Cutting equipment ..11 ASSEMBL Y Fitting the bar and chain ..17 FUEL HANDLING Fuel ..19 Fueling ..20 Fuel safety ..20 ST ARTING AND STOPPING Star ting and stopping ..21 W ORKING TECHNIQUES Bef ore use: ..23 General working instructions ..23 How to avoid kickback.