Winter Use; Heated Handles - Husqvarna 272 XP 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 carburettor.
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 carburettor by using the
heat from the cylinder.
Temperature 0° ° ° ° C or colder
Break out the hole or remove the rubber plug so that
preheated air from the cylinder can enter the carburettor
chamber and prevent the air filter from icing up.
Temperature -5° ° ° ° C or colder
If the chain saw is to be used in cold weather or powder
snow conditions a special cover can be fitted to the starter
unit. This restricts the flow of cooling air and prevents
large amounts of snow from being sucked in.
IMPORTANT! If the temperature rises above -5°C or 0°C
respectively the machine MUST be restored to its
normal set-up. Otherwise there is a risk of overheating,
which can cause severe engine damage.
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT! Any maintenance other than that
described in this manual must be carried out by your
servicing dealer (retailer).

Heated handles

272XPG
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 red
mark on the switch is visible, the heating is on.
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