Husqvarna 335XPT manual Adjustment of the oil pump, Daily maintenance, Cooling system

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MAINTENANCE

Adjustment of the oil pump

Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. If you have more questions, contact your servicing dealer.

The oil pump is adjustable. Adjustments are made by

Daily maintenance

turning the screw using a screwdriver or combination spanner. The saw is supplied from the factory set to 1 turn open. Turning the screw clockwise will reduce the oil flow and turning the screw anti-clockwise will increase the oil flow.

1. Check the throttle trigger

for smooth operation. If

any binding occurs, or if

engine fails to return to

idle, the saw should be

taken to your dealer,

before it is used again.

Also, be sure that the

trigger cannot be pulled

until the throttle trigger

lockout is depressed.

2. Clean the chain brake

and check its function

according to the

instructions. Make sure

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WARNING! The engine must not be running when making adjustments.

Cooling system

To obtain optimal running temperature the saw is equipped with a cooling system.

that the chain catcher is

undamaged. Otherwise

replace it immediately.

3. Clean or replace the air

filter as necessary. Check

for damage or holes.

4. The bar should be turned

daily for more even wear.

Check the lubrication hole

in the bar, to be sure it is

not clogged. Clean the

bar groove and lubricate

the bar sprocket tip.

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The cooling system consists of:

1.Air intake on the starter unit.

2.Air guide plate.

3.Fan blades on the flywheel.

4.Cooling fins on the cylinder.

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5.

Check the function of the

 

oiler to be sure the bar

 

and chain receive proper

 

lubrication.

6.

Sharpen the chain and

 

check its tension and

 

condition. Check the drive

 

sprocket for wear.

 

Replace if necessary.

7.

Check the starter and

 

starter cord for wear or

 

damage. Clean the air

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Clean the cooling system with a brush once a week, more often in demanding conditions. A dirty or blocked cooling system results in the saw overheating which causes damage to piston and cylinder.

 

intake slots on the starter

 

housing.

8.

Check for any loose nuts

 

and screws and retighten

 

if necessary.

9.

Test the stop switch to be

 

sure it shuts off the

 

engine.

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335XPT California KEY to Symbols SymbolsContents Personal Protective Equipment Safety InstructionsChain SAW Safety Equipment Chain brake and front hand guard Throttle lock Chain catcherMuffler Stop switchVibration damping system Checking the brake trigger Checking brake band wearChecking the front hand guard Throttle lock Cutting Equipment 5 basic rulesCutting equipment designed to minimise kickback BarSaw chain Some terms that describe the bar and chainSharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearanceGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Tensioning the chain General advice on setting raker clearanceSetting the raker clearance Filling with chain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentChain oil Lubricating the bar tip sprocket Chain drive sprocketHOW to Avoid Kickback What is kickback?General rules Do not let go of the handles10 ft General Safety PrecautionsMin m Basic safety rules General Working InstructionsBasic cutting technique GeneralTerms CuttingTree felling technique Safe distanceLimbing Felling directionClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat FellingFreeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident risk Cutting the trunk into logsFreeing a Trapped tree Cutting trees and branches that are in tension PreparationsWhat is WHAT? Assembly Mounting guide bar and chainFuel Handling FuelmixGasoline Two-stroke oilFuelling Chain oilMin 3 m 10ft Start and Stop Cold engine Warm engine StartMaintenance CarburetorStarter device assembly Starter deviceChanging a broken or worn starter cord Tensioning the recoil springSpark plug Air filterMuffler Cooling system Adjustment of the oil pumpDaily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance For U.S. only Technical Data335XPT Obligations Emission Control Warranty StatementYour Warranty Rights 2001W06