Oper Ator’s Manual 455e Rancher 455 Rancher 460 . - Lowe's

CONTENTSContentsKEY TO SYMBOLSSymbols on the machine: .Symbols in the operator’s manual: .CONTENTSContents .INTRODUCTIONDear customer! .WHAT IS WHAT?What is what on the chain saw? .GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSBefore using a new chain saw .Important .Always use common sense .Personal protective equipment .Machine′s safety equipment .Cutting equipment .ASSEMBLYFitting the bar and chain .FUEL HANDLINGFuel .Fueling .Fuel safety .STARTING AND STOPPINGStar ting and stopping .WORKING TECHNIQUESBefore use: .General working instructions .How to avoid kickback .MAINTENANCEGeneral .Carburetor adjustment .Checking, maintaining and servicing chain sawsafety equipment .Muffler .Starter .Air filter .Spark plug .Lubricating the bar tip sprocket .Needle bearing lubrication .Adjustment of the oil pump .Cooling system .”Air Injection” centrifugal cleaning .Winter use .Maintenance schedule .TECHNICAL DATATechnical data .Saw chain filing and file gauges .4 – English22FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTFEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTYSTATEMENTYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS 41AMERICAN STANDARD SAFETYPRECAUTIONSSafety precautions for chain saw users . 434567778811YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS ANDOBLIGATIONSThe EPA (The US Environmental Protection Agency),Environment Canada and Husqvarna Forest & Gardenare pleased to explain the emissions control systemwarranty on your 2009 and later small nonroad engine. InU.S. and Canada, new small nonroad engines must bedesigned, built and equipped to meet the federal stringentanti-smog standards. Husqvarna Forest & Garden mustwarrant the emission control system on your smallnonroad engine for the period of time listed belowprovided there has been no abuse, neglect or impropermaintenance of your unit. Your emission control systemincludes Parts such as the carburetor and the ignitionsystem. Where a warrantable condition exists, HusqvarnaForest & Garden will repair your small nonroad engine atno cost to you. Expenses covered under warranty includediagnosis, parts and labor.MANUFACTURER′S WARRANTYCOVERAGE17The 2009 and later small nonroad engines are warrantedfor two years. If any emission related part on you engine(as listed above) is defective, the part will be repaired orreplaced by Husqvarna Forest & Garden.192020OWNER′S WARRANTYRESPONSIBILITIES21As the small nonroad engine owner, you are responsiblefor the performance of the required maintenance listed inyour Operator′s Manual. Husqvarna Forest & Gardenrecommends that you retain all receipts coveringmaintenance on your small nonroad engine, butHusqvarna Forest & Garden cannot deny warranty solelyfor the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure theperformance of all scheduled maintenance. As the smallnonroad engine owner, you should, however, be awarethat Husqvarna Forest & Garden may deny you warrantycoverage if your small nonroad engine or a part of it hasfailed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance,unapproved modifications or the use of parts not made orapproved by the original equipment manufacturer. You areresponsible for presenting your small nonroad engine to aHusqvarna Forest & Garden authorized servicing dealeras soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs shouldbe completed in a reasonable amount of time, not toexceed 30 days. If you have any questions regarding yourwarranty rights and responsibilities, you should contactyour nearest authorized servicing dealer or callHusqvarna Forest & Garden at 1-800-487-5951 or 63636373738WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATELENGTH OF COVERAGEHusqvarna Forest & Garden warrants to the initial ownerand each subsequent purchaser that the engine is freefrom defects in materials and workmanship which causethe failure of a warranted part for a period of two years.WHAT IS COVEREDREPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair orreplacement of any warranted part will be performed at nocharge to the owner at an approved Husqvarna Forest &Garden servicing dealer. If you have any questionsregarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, youshould contact your nearest authorized servicing dealeror call Husqvarna Forest & Garden at 1-800-487-5951 orvisit www.usa.husqvarna.com.WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is notscheduled for replacement as required maintenance, orwhich is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effectof “repair or replace as necessary” shall be warranted for2 years. Any warranted part which is scheduled forreplacement as required maintenance shall be warrantedfor the period of time up to the first scheduledreplacement point for that part.DIAGNOSIS The owner shall not be charged fordiagnostic labor which leads to the determination that awarranted part is defective, if the diagnostic work isperformed at an approved Husqvarna Forest & Gardenservicing dealer.CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Husqvarna Forest &Garden may be liable for damages to other enginecomponents caused by the failure of a warranted part stillunder warranty.WHAT IS NOT COVEREDAll failures caused by abuse, neglect or impropermaintenance are not covered.ADD -ON OR MODIFIED PARTSThe use of add-on or modified parts can be grounds fordisallowing a warranty claim. Husqvarna Forest & Gardenis not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused bythe use of add-on or modified parts.HOW TO FILE A CLAIMIf you have any questions regarding your warranty rightsand responsibilities, you should contact your nearestauthorized servicing dealer or call Husqvarna Forest &Garden at 1-800-487-5951 or visitwww.usa.husqvarna.com.WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICEWarranty services or repairs shall be provided at allHusqvarna Forest & Garden authorized servicing dealers.The warranty period begins on the date small nonroadengine is delivered.39401153137-95 Rev.2 2009-12-291153137-95 Rev.2 2009-12-29English – 41

INTRODUCTIONTECHNICAL DATARecommended original and replacement bar and chain combinationsDear customer!Following is a list of recommended cutting equipment for the Husqvarna chain saw model 455 Rancher, 455e Rancherand 460 Rancher. The combinations of power head, bar and chain have been tested and found to be in accordance withthe kickback requirements of ANSI B175.1–2000.Congratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689,when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Huskvarna River, for productionof muskets. The location was logical, since water power was harnessed from the Huskvarna River to create the waterpowered plant. During over 300 years of continuous operation, the Husqvarna factory has produced a lot of differentproducts, from wood stoves to modern kitchen appliances, sewing machines, bicycles, motorcycles etc. In 1956, the firstmotor driven lawn mowers appeared, followed by chain saws in 1959, and it is within this area Husqvarna is workingtoday.The guide bar nose radius is determined by either the maximum number of teeth in the nose sprocket or thecorresponding maximum nose radius of a solid bar.The following list is the chain saw manufacturers recommendations. There may be other combinations available, whichwill also achieve kickback reduction.As we are listing the maximum guide bar nose radius, you may use a guide bar with smaller nose radius than in our list.For guide bars of the same length, all sprocket-nose guide bars of the same pitch and having the same number ofsprocket teeth may be considered to have equivalent kickback energy. A hard nose bar having the same length and noseradius as a sprocket-nose bar may be considered to have equivalent or less kickback energy than the sprocket-nose bar.Low kickback saw chain is a chain which has only met the kickback performance requirements of ANSI B 175.1 safetyrequirements for gasoline powered chain saws when tested on the representative sample of chain saws below 3.8 cu.in. specified in ANSI 175.1. We recommend that you as a replacement use the listed chains or "Low kickback saw chains"which are available at your dealer. Saw chains Husqvarna H81 and H80 are both examples of listed ”Low kickbacksawchains”.BarLength, inchPitch, inchGauge, inchChainMax. nose radiusTypeDrive 0,05011THusqvarna H80,Husqvarna H46,Husqvarna H47Today Husqvarna is one of the leading manufacturers in the world of forest and garden products, with quality as ourhighest priority. We develop, manufacture and market high quality motor driven products for forestry and gardening aswell as for building and construction industry.Your purchase gives you access to professional help with repairs and service whenever this may be necessary. If theretailer who sells your machine is not one of our authorized dealers, ask for the address of your nearest servicing dealer.It is our wish that you will be satisfied with your product and that it will be your companion for a long time. Think of thisoperator′s manual as a valuable document. By following its′ content (using, service, maintenance etc) the life span andthe second-hand value of the machine can be extended. If you ever lend or sell this machine, make sure that theborrower or buyer gets the operator′s manual, so they will also know how to properly maintain and use it.Thank you for using a Husqvarna product.Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design andappearance of products without prior notice.For customer assistance, contact us at our website: www.usa.husqvarna.com687284Note: For the saw chains above (if available) you are free to choose between 0,050" or 0,058" gauge drive links for thecorresponding bar, see the table below.Gauge, in.Saw chain designation0,050H80H46H470,058H81H42H48Saw chain filing and file gauges40 – English1153137-95 Rev.2 2009-12-291153137-95 Rev.2 2009-12-29English – 5

TECHNICAL DATAWHAT IS WHAT?Technical data129455e Rancher34301023115913 14873,38/55,53,38/55,53,68/60,3Cylinder bore, inch/mm1,85/471,85/471,93/49Stroke, inch/mm1,26/321,26/321,26/32Idle speed, rpm270027002700Power, kW/hp @ rpm2,6/3,5 @ 90002,6/3,5 @ 90002,7/3,7 @ 9000Spark plugNGK BPMR 7A/NGK BPMR 7A/NGK BPMR 7A/Champion RCJ 7Y Champion RCJ 7Y Champion RCJ 7YElectrode gap, inch/mm0,02/0,5160,02/0,5Fuel tank capacity, US pint/litre0,93/0,440,93/0,440,93/0,44Oil pump capacity at 9,000 rpm, ml/min6-176-176-17Oil tank capacity, US pint/litre0,68/0,320,68/0,320,68/0,32Type of oil 8/5,8Chain saw without bar or chain, empty tanks, lb/kg2823 22 21 20 19 18 17Chain/barStandard bar length, inch/cm20"/5120"/5120"/51Recommended bar lengths, sable cutting length, 8Pitch, inch3/83/83/8Thickness of drive links, ,50,058/1,5Drive sprocket type/teethSpur/7Spur/7Spur/7Chain speed at max. power, m/sec20,020,020,0What is what on the chain saw?1Cylinder cover17 Chain2Starter handle18 Bar3Air purge19 Bumper spike4Stop switch (Ignition on/off switch.)20 Chain tensioning screw5Rear handle21 Chain catcher6Choke control/Start throttle lock22 Oil pump adjustment screw7Fuel tank23 Clutch cover8Adjuster screws carburetor24 Right hand guard9Starter25 Throttle control10 Chain oil tank26 Operator’s manual11 Throttle lockout27 Combination spanner12 Decompression valve28 Bar guard13 Front handle29 Information and warning decal14 Front hand guard30 Product and serial number plate15 Muffler31 Chain tensioner wheel (455e Rancher)16 Bar tip sprocket32 Knob (455e Rancher)6 – English0,02/0,5Weight2625 24Cylinder displacement, cu.in/cm3Fuel and lubrication system62715460 RancherIgnition system31 3212455 RancherMotor21153137-95 Rev.2 2009-12-291153137-95 Rev.2 2009-12-29English – 39

MAINTENANCEGENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSMaintenance scheduleBefore using a new chain sawThe following is a list of the maintenance that must be performed on the machine. Most of the items are described in theMaintenance section. Please read this manual carefully. Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fittedand adjusted. See instructions under the headingAssembly. Refuel and start the chain saw. See the instructionsunder the headings Fuel Handling and Starting andStopping.You should only use the saw with the bar and chaincombinations we recommend in the chapter Technicaldata. Do not use the chain saw until sufficient chain oil hasreached the chain. See instructions under theheading Lubricating cutting equipment. Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanenthearing impairment. So always use approved hearingprotection.Never use the machine if you are fatigued, while underthe influence of alcohol or drugs, medication or anythingthat could affect your vision, alertness, coordination orjudgement.Daily maintenanceWeekly maintenanceMonthly maintenanceClean the outside of the machine.On chain saws without a catalyticconverter, check the cooling systemweekly.Check the brake band on the chainbrake for wear. Replace when lessthan 0.024 inch (0.6 mm) remains atthe most worn point.Check that the components of thethrottle control work safely. (Throttlelockout and throttle control.)Check the starter, starter cord andreturn spring.Check the clutch centre, clutch drumand clutch spring for wear.Clean the chain brake and check thatit operates safely. Make sure that thechain catcher is undamaged, andreplace it if necessary.Check that the vibration dampingelements are not damaged.Clean the spark plug. Check that theelectrode gap is 0.020 inch (0.5 mm).!The bar should be turned daily formore even wear. Check thelubrication hole in the bar, to be sure itis not clogged. Clean the bar groove.If the bar has a sprocket tip, thisshould be lubricated.Lubricate the clutch drum bearing.Clean the outside of the carburetor.Check that the bar and chain aregetting sufficient oil.File off any burrs from the edges ofthe bar.Check fuel hose for cracks or otherdamage. Change if necessary.Check the saw chain with regard tovisible cracks in the rivets and links,whether the saw chain is stiff orwhether the rivets and links areabnormally worn. Replace ifnecessary.Clean or replace the spark arrestorscreen on the muffler.Sharpen the chain and check itstension and condition. Check thedrive sprocket for excessive wear andreplace if necessary.Clean the carburetor compartment.Empty the oil tank and clean theinside.Clean the starter units air intake.Clean the air filter. Replace ifnecessary.Check all cables and connections.Empty the fuel tank and clean theinside.!Check that nuts and screws are tight.!Check that the stop switch workscorrectly.Check that there are no fuel leaksfrom the engine, tank or fuel lines.!On chain saws with a catalyticconverter, check the cooling systemdaily.!38 – English1153137-95 Rev.2 2009-12-29WARNING! Under no circumstances maythe design of the machine be modifiedwithout the permission of themanufacturer. Always use genuineaccessories. Non-authorizedmodifications and/or accessories canresult in serious personal injury or thedeath of the operator or others. Yourwarranty may not cover damage orliability caused by the use of nonauthorized accessories or replacementparts.WARNING! A chain saw is a dangeroustool if used carelessly or incorrectly andcan cause serious, even fatal injuries. Itis very important that you read andunderstand the contents of thisoperator’s manual.WARNING! The inside of the mufflercontain chemicals that may becarcinogenic. Avoid contact with theseelements in the event of a damagedmuffler.WARNING! Long term inhalation of theengine’s exhaust fumes, chain oil mistand dust from sawdust can represent ahealth risk.WARNING! This machine produces anelectromagnetic field during operation.This field may under somecircumstances interfere with active orpassive medical implants. To reduce therisk of serious or fatal injury, werecommend persons with medicalimplants to consult their physician andthe medical implant manufacturer beforeoperating this machine.1153137-95 Rev.2 2009-12-29ImportantIMPORTANT!This chain saw for forest service is designed for forestwork such as felling, delimbing and cutting.Wear personal protective equipment. See instructionsunder the heading ”Personal protective equipment”.Do not modify this product or use it if it appears to havebeen modified by others.Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks,maintenance and service instructions described in thismanual. Some maintenance and service measuresmust be carried out by trained and qualified specialists.See instructions under the heading Maintenance.Never use any accessories other than thoserecommended in this manual. See instructions underthe headings Cutting equipment and Technical data.CAUTION! Always wear protective glasses or a facevisor to reduce the risk of injury from thrown objects. Achain saw is capable of throwing objects, such as woodchips, small pieces of wood, etc, at great force. This canresult in serious injury, especially to the eyes.!!WARNING! Running an engine in aconfined or badly ventilated area canresult in death due to asphyxiation orcarbon monoxide poisoning.WARNING! Faulty cutting equipment orthe wrong combination of bar and sawchain increases the risk of kickback!Only use the bar/saw chain combinationswe recommend, and follow the filinginstructions. See instructions under theheading Technical data.Always use common senseIt is not possible to cover every conceivable situation youcan face when using a chain saw. Always exercise careand use your common sense. Avoid all situations whichyou consider to be beyond your capability. If you still feeluncertain about operating procedures after reading theseinstructions, you should consult an expert beforecontinuing. Do not hesitate to contact your dealer or us ifyou have any questions about the use of the chain saw.We will willingly be of service and provide you with adviceas well as help you to use your chain saw both efficientlyand safely. Attend a training course in chain saw usage ifEnglish – 7

MAINTENANCEGENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSpossible. Your dealer, forestry school or your library canprovide information about which training materials andcourses are available.Generally clothes should be close-fitting withoutrestricting your freedom of movement.5Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the cylinder).IMPORTANT! Sparks can come from the muffler, the barand chain or other sources. Always have fireextinguishing tools available if you should need them.Help prevent forest fires.The cylinder cover is designed so it can be adjusted forrunning in cold weather, so that preheated air from thecylinder can pass into the carburetor space preventingicing of the air filter, etc.Machine′s safety equipmentWork is constantly in progress to improve the design andtechnology - improvements that increase your safety andefficiency. Visit your dealer regularly to see whether youcan benefit from new features that have been introduced.Personal protective equipment!WARNING! Most chain saw accidentshappen when the chain touches theoperator. You must use approvedpersonal protective equipment wheneveryou use the machine. Personal protectiveequipment cannot eliminate the risk ofinjury but it will reduce the degree ofinjury if an accident does happen. Askyour dealer for help in choosing the rightequipment.In this section the machine’s safety features and theirfunction are explained. For inspection and maintenancesee instructions under the heading Checking, maintainingand servicing chain saw safety equipment. Seeinstructions under the heading, What is what?, to findwhere these parts are located on your machine.The life span of the machine can be reduced and the riskof accidents can increase if machine maintenance is notcarried out correctly and if service and/or repairs are notcarried out professionally. If you need further informationplease contact your nearest servicing dealer.!WARNING! Never use a machine withdefective safety components. Safetyequipment must be inspected andmaintained. See instructions under theheading Checking, maintaining andservicing chain saw safety equipment. Ifyour machine does not pass all thechecks, take the saw to a servicingdealer for repair.Temperature 0 C (32 F) or colder:Clean the cooling system with a brush once a week, moreoften in demanding conditions. A dirty or blocked coolingsystem results in the machine overheating which causesdamage to the piston and cylinder.”Air Injection” centrifugalcleaningCentrifugal cleaning means the following: All air to thecarburetor passes through the starter. Dirt and dust ispushed out by the cooling fan.Temperature -5 C (23 F) or colder:For running the machine in cold weather or powder snow,a special cover is available, which is mounted on thestarter housing. This reduces the intake of cold air andprevents large amounts of snow from being sucked in.Chain brake and front hand guardYour chain saw is equipped with a chain brake that isdesigned to stop the chain if you get a kickback. The chainbrake

455 Rancher 460 Rancher Oper ator’s manual Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. EEnngglliisshh. KEY T O SYMBOLS 2 – English 1153137-95 Rev.2 2009-12-29 Symbols on the machine: W