Husqvarna 1151436-95 Winter use, Heated handles, Temperature 0C 32F or colder, 357 XPG, 359 G

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MAINTENANCE

Winter use

Running problems can occur when using the machine in the cold and snowy conditions caused by:

•Too low engine temperature.

•Icing of the air ﬁlter and carburetor. Special measures are therefore often required:

•Partly mask the air inlet on the starter to increase the working temperature of the engine.

•Preheat the intake air to the carburetor by using the heat from the cylinder.

Temperature 0°C (32°F) or colder:

The cylinder cover is designed so it can be adjusted for running in cold weather. Twist the winter ﬂap so that preheated air from the cylinder can pass into the carburetor space preventing icing of the air ﬁlter, etc.

For temperatures below -5°C (23°F) and/or in snow conditions there is also:

•a special cover (A) for the starter housing

•a winter plug (B) for the air nozzle that is ﬁtted as shown.

These reduce the ﬂow of cooling air and prevent large amounts of snow from being sucked into the carburetor space.

CAUTION! When the winter plug is ﬁtted the winter ﬂap must be open!

IMPORTANT! If the temperature rises above -5°C

(23°F) or 0°C (32°F) respectively the machine MUST be restored to its normal set-up. Otherwise there is a risk of overheating, which can cause severe engine damage.

Heated handles

(357 XPG, 359 G)

On models with the designation XPG/G, the front as well as the rear handle are equipped with electric heating coils. These are fed with electrical current from an integrated generator in the chain saw.

When the switch is pushed downwards, the heat is switched on. When the switch is pushed upwards, the heat is switched off.

Electrical carburetor heating

(357 XPG, 359 G)

On models with the designation CARBURETOR HEATING there is an electrically heated carburetor. Electrically powered heating prevents ice formation in the carburetor. A thermostat regulates the heating so that the carburetor always has the right working temperature.

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Contents English 357XP EPA I 359 EPASymbols on the machine KEY to SymbolsSymbols in the operator’s manual EPA Contents Dear customer IntroductionWhat is what on the chain saw? What is WHAT?Before using a new chain saw General Safety PrecautionsAlways use common sense Personal protective equipment Machine′s safety equipmentChain brake and front hand guard General Safety Precautions Chain catcher Throttle lockoutRight hand guard Vibration damping systemCutting equipment Stop switchMufﬂer General rulesBar Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickbackChain General information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingTensioning the chain Filling with chain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentChecking chain lubrication Needle bearing lubrication Chain drive sprocketChecking wear on cutting equipment Fitting the bar and chain AssemblyWorking with the chain Fuel Fuel HandlingFueling Fuel safetyTransport and storage Long-term storageStarting and stopping Starting and StoppingCold engine Warm engineStopping Working Techniques Basic safety rulesBefore use General working instructionsGeneral rules Terms Basic cutting techniqueLimbing Safe distance Tree felling techniqueFelling direction Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatDirectional cuts FellingFelling cut Freeing a trapped tree Freeing a tree that has fallen badlyCutting trees and branches that are in tension What is kickback? How to avoid kickbackGeneral advice Cutting the trunk into logsCarburetor adjustment MaintenanceGeneral High speed jet H Correctly adjusted carburetorImmediately Checking the brake triggerMufﬂer Changing a broken or worn starter cord StarterTensioning the recoil spring Changing a broken recoil springSpark plug Air ﬁlterLubricating the bar tip sprocket Fitting the starterAir Injection centrifugal cleaning Adjustment of the oil pumpWhen making adjustments Needle bearing lubricationWinter use Temperature 0C 32F or colderHeated handles Electrical carburetor heatingDaily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical Data050 Bar and chain combinations058 Saw chain ﬁling and ﬁle gauges Repair or Replacement of Parts Repair or Federal Emission Control Warranty StatementSafety precautions for chain saw users American Standard Safety PrecautionsKickback safety precautions Other safety precautions1151436-95