Winter Use; Heated Handles - Husqvarna 555 Operator's 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 intermediate wall is designed so it can be adjusted for
running in cold weather, so that preheated air from the
cylinder can pass into the carburettor space preventing
icing of the air filter, etc. Lift off the air filter to obtain better
access. Use a screwdriver to carefully knock away the
plug in the partition.
For temperatures below 23°F (-5°C) and/or in snow
conditions a special cover is available, which is mounted
on the starter housing.
Part number: 522 98 65-02.
These reduce the flow of cooling air and prevent large
amounts of snow from being sucked into the carburetor
space.
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MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT! If the temperature rises above 23°F (-
5°C) or 32°F (0°C) respectively, the starter housing
cover MUST be removed and the accompanying plug,
art. no. 503 40 59-01 fitted in the hole in the partition
wall. Otherwise there is a risk of overheating, resulting
in severe damage to the engine.

Heated handles

560XPG, 562XPG
On models with the model code XPG both the front
handle bar and the rear handle are equipped with
electrical heating coils. These are supplied with electricity
from a generator built into the chain saw.
When the switch is pushed upwards, the heat is switched
on. When the switch is pushed downwards, the heat is
switched off.
Electrical carburetor heating
560XPG, 562XPG
On models with the designation XPG 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.