Husqvarna 61, 268, 272XP Operator's Manual

Also see for 254XP, 257, 262XP: Workshop manual

English – 9SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS4 Right hand guardCheck that the right handguard is not damaged andthat there are no visibledefects, such as cracks.5 Vibration damping systemRegularly check thevibration damping unitsfor cracks or deformationMake sure the vibrationdamping units aresecurely attached to theengine unit and handles.6 Stop switchStart the engine andmake sure the enginestops when you move thestop switch to the stopsetting.2 Throttle lock1 Make sure the throttlecontrol is locked at theidle setting when yourelease the throttle lock.2 Press the throttle lock andmake sure it returns to itsoriginal position when yourelease it.3 Check that the throttlecontrol and throttle lockmove freely and that thereturn springs workproperly.4 Start the saw and applyfull throttle. Release thethrottle control and checkthat the chain stops andremains stationary. If thechain rotates when thethrottle is on idle settingyou should check thecarburettor idleadjustment. See thesection on”Maintenance”.3 Chain catcherCheck that the CHAINCATCHER is notdamaged and is firmlyattached to the body ofthe saw.