Husqvarna 357XP 359 Chainsaw Owners Manual, 2002,2003,2004,2005,2006

Operator’s manual (EPA I) 357XP 359 Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine. English KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols CAUTION! Chain saws can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. This product is fitted with a catalytic converter Please read the instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the saw. Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying out any checks or maintenance.

Always wear: · Approved protective helmet · Approved hearing protection · Protective glasses or visor Always wear approved protective gloves. Both of the operator´s hands must be used to operate the chain saw. Please see page 30 in your “Chain saw operator´s safety manual “. Regular cleaning is required. Never operate a chain saw holding it with one hand only. Please see page 30 in your “Chain saw operator´s safety manual “. Visual check. Contact of the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided. Please see pages 12-21 in your “Chain saw operator´s safety manual “. Protective glasses or a visor must be worn. Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause serious injury. Please see pages 12-21 in your “Chain saw operator´s safety manual “. Refuelling Chain oil and chain oil flow adjustment If your saw bears this decal it is equipped with carburettor heating. 2 ­ English CONTENTS Before using a new saw · Read the instructions carefully. · Check cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See page 25. · Refuel and start the saw. Check the carburetor settings. See pages 26-29. · Do not use the saw until sufficient chain oil has reached the chain, see page 14. IMPORTANT! If the carburetor mixture is too lean it greatly increases the risk of engine failure. Poor maintenance of the air filter will cause carbon build-up on the spark plug and lead to difficult starting. If the chain is badly adjusted it will cause increased wear or damage to the bar, drive sprocket and chain. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Contents Key to symbols . 2 Safety instructions Personal protective equipment 4 Chain saw safety equipment 4 Inspecting, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety equipment 8 Cutting equipment 10 How to avoid kickback . 16 General safety precautions 18 General working instructions 19 What is what? What is what? 24 ! ! ! WARNING! Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer. Always use genuine spare parts/accessories. Non-authorized modifications and/or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others. Your warranty may not cover damage or liability caused by the use of non-authorized accessories or replacement parts. A chain saw is a dangerous tool if used carelessly or incorrectly and can cause serious, even fatal injuries. It is very important that you read and understand these instructions. Warning! The inside of the muffler with catalytic converter contains chemicals that may cause cancer. Do not contact inside of damaged muffler. Assembly Mounting guide bar and chain . 25 Fuel handling Fuelmix 26 Fuelling 27 Start and stop Start and stop 28 Maintenance Carburetor . 29 Starter device 30 Air filter 31 Spark plug . 31 Muffler 31 Needle bearing maintenance 31 Adjustment of the oil pump 31 Cooling system 32 Centrifugal cleaning “Air Injection ” 32 Heated handles (357XPG, 359G) . 32 Winter use . 32 Daily maintenance . 33 Weekly maintenance . 33 Monthly maintenance 33 Technical data 357XP 34 359 34 Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice. For customer assistance call: 704-921-7000 or contact us at our website: www.husqvarna.com You will find the following labels on your chain saw: Emission Control Warranty Statement Your warranty rights and obligations . 35 EPA I: EPA II: The Emissions Compliance Period reffered to on the Emissions Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements. Category C = 50 hours, B = 125 hours, A = 300 hours. English ­ 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MOST CHAIN SAW ACCIDENTS HAPPEN WHEN THE CHAIN TOUCHES THE OPERATOR. You must wear approved safety equipment whenever you use a chain saw. Personal safety equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your chain saw dealer for help in choosing the right equipment. · PROTECTIVE HELMET · HEARING PROTECTION · PROTECTIVE GLASSES OR VISOR CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENT This section explains the various safety features of the saw, how they work, and basic inspection and maintenance you should carry out to ensure safe operation. (See the “What is what? ” section to find out where these components are on Your saw). NEVER USE A CHAIN SAW THAT HAS FAULTY SAFETY EQUIPMENT! Carry out the inspection, maintenance and service routines listed in this section. · Chain brake and front hand guard · Throttle lock · PROTECTIVE GLOVES WITH SAW PROTECTION · Chain catcher · PROTECTIVE TROUSERS WITH SAW PROTECTION · Right hand guard · Vibration damping system · Stop switch · BOOTS WITH SAW PROTECTION, STEEL TOE-CAP AND NON-SLI

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