Muffler; Needle Bearing Lubrication; Adjustment Of The Oil Pump - Husqvarna 357XP Operator's Manual

clean it and check that the electrode gap is 0.5 mm. The
spark plug should be replaced after about a month in
operation or earlier if necessary.
CAUTION! Always use the recommended spark plug type!
Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder.
Muffler
The muffler is designed to reduce the noise level and to direct
the exhaust gases away from the operator. The exhaust
gases are hot and can contain sparks, which may cause fire
if directed against dry and combustible material.
Some mufflers are equipped with a special spark arrestor
mesh. If your machine has this type of muffler, you should
clean the mesh at least once a week. This is best done with a
wire brush.
CAUTION! The mesh must be replaced if it is damaged. If the
mesh is blocked the machine will overheat and this will cause
damage to the cylinder and piston. Never use a machine with
a muffler that is in poor condition.
A muffler fitted with a catalytic converter greatly reduces the
concentration of hydrocarbons (HC), oxides of nitrogen (NO)
and aldehydes emitted with exhaust gases. However, it does
not cut down carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot smell!
Consequently, never work in an enclosed or badly ventilated
area. Good air circulation should always prevail when working
in snowy hollows, ravines or in confined conditions.
WARNING! The catalytic converter muffler
!
gets very hot during and after use. This also
applies during idling. Be aware of the fire
hazard, especially when working near
flammable substances and/or vapours.
MAINTENANCE

Needle bearing lubrication

The clutch drum is fitted with one of the following drive
sprockets:
• A Spur sprocket (the chain sprocket is welded on the
drum)
• B Rim sprocket (replaceable)
Both versions have a needle bearing on the drive shaft, which
has to be greased regularly (once a week).
CAUTION! Use a high-quality bearing grease or engine oil.

Adjustment of the oil pump

The oil pump is adjustable. Adjustments are made by turning
the screw using a screwdriver or combination spanner. The
machine is supplied from the factory with the screw set to
position 2. Turning the screw clockwise will reduce the oil flow
and turning the screw anti-clockwise will increase the oil flow.
2
3
!
Recommended settings:
Bar 13"-15": Position 1
Bar 15"-18": Position 2
Bar 18"-20": Position 3
+ –
1
WARNING! The engine must not be running
when making adjustments.
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