Winter Use; Heated Handles - Husqvarna 359 Operation Manual

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.
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MAINTENANCE

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.