Husqvarna 353 - Manuals

• Lack of concentration can lead to kickback if the kickback zone of the bar accidentally touches a branch, nearby tree or some other object. • Never use the product by holding it with one hand. This product is not safely controlled with one hand. • Always hold the product with both hands. The right...

• Most chainsaw accidents occur when the saw chain touches the operator. You must use approved personal protective equipment during operation. Personal protective equipment does not give you full protection from injuries but it decreases the degree of injury if an accident occurs. Speak to your serv...

Right hand guardThe right hand guard is a protection for your hand on the rear handle. The right hand guard gives you protection if the saw chain breaks or derails. The right hand guard also gives you protection from branches or twigs. Vibration damping systemThe vibration damping system decreases v...

After refuelling, there are some situations where you must never start the product:• If you have spilled fuel or chain oil on the product. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate. • If you have spilled fuel on yourself or on your clothes. Change your clothes and wash any part of ...

2. Remove the bar nuts, clutch cover and transportation guard (A). A Note: If the clutch cover is not easy to remove, tighten the bar nut, engage the chain brake and release. A click is heard if it is released correctly. 3. Assemble the guide bar onto the bar bolts. Move the guide bar to its most re...

2. Make sure that the right hand guard is not damaged.3. Make sure that the throttle lockout operates correctly and that it is not damaged. 4. Make sure that the start/stop switch operates correctly and that it is not damaged. 5. Make sure that there is no oil on the handles.6. Make sure that the vi...

To fill the fuel tank WARNING: Obey the procedure that follows for your safety. 1. Stop the engine and let the engine become cool.2. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap. 3. Shake the container and make sure that the fuel is fully mixed. 4. Remove the fuel tank cap slowly to release the pressure....

but can also move in a different direction. It is how you use the product when the kickback occurs that causes the direction of the movement. A smaller bar tip radius decreases the force of the kickback.Use a low kickback saw chain to decrease the effects of kickback. Do not let the kickback zone to...

8. Move the front hand guard rearward to disengage the chain brake. 9. Use the product. To stop the product 1. Push the start/stop switch down to stop the engine. Pull stroke and push stroke You can cut through wood with the product in 2 different positions.• To cut on the pull stroke is when you cu...

saw chain and prevent safe operation of the product. Note: Cut the limbs piece by piece if it is necessary. 1 2 3 1. Remove the limbs on the right side of the trunk. a) Keep the guide bar on the right side of the trunk and keep the body of the product against the trunk. b) Select the applicable cutt...

1 2 2 1 3 To fell a tree Husqvarna recommends you to make the directional cuts and then use the safe corner method when you fell a tree. The safe corner method helps you to make a correct felling hinge and control the felling direction. WARNING: Do not fell trees with a diameter that is more than tw...

1. If the usable cutting length is longer than the tree diameter, do these steps (a-d).a) Make a bore cut straight into the trunk to complete the felling hinge width. b) Cut on the pull stroke until ⅓ of the trunk is left.c) Pull the guide bar 5-10 cm/2-4 in rearward.d) Cut through the remaining of ...

To cut trees and branches that are in tension 1. Figure out which side of the tree or branch that is in tension. 2. Figure out where the point of maximum tension is. 3. Examine which is the safest procedure to release the tension. Note: In some situations the only safe procedure is to use a winch an...

Maintenance Introduction WARNING: Read and understand the safety chapter before you do maintenance on the product. Maintenance schedule Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Clean the external parts of the prod- uct and make sure that there is no oil on the handles. Clean the cool...

Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Do a check of the stop switch. Refer to To do a check of the start/stop switch on page 24. Make sure that these are no fuel leaks from the engine, tank or fuel lines. Make sure that the saw chain does not rotate when the engine is at idle spee...

2. Clean the spark plug if it is dirty.3. Make sure that the electrode gap is correct. Refer to, Technical data on page 35. 4. Replace the spark plug monthly or more frequently if necessary. To sharpen the saw chain Information about the guide bar and saw chain WARNING: Use protective gloves when yo...

WARNING: The risk of kickback increases if the depth gauge setting is too large! To adjust the depth gauge setting Before you adjust the depth gauge setting or sharpen the cutters, refer to General information about how to sharpen the cutters on page 28, for instructions. We recommend you to adjust ...

Recommended settings for the oil pump A B C • Guide bar length 13–15 in/33–38 cm: Position 1 (A)• Guide bar length 15–18 in/38–45 cm: Position 2 (B)• Guide bar length 18–20 in/45–50 cm: Position 3 (C) Air cleaning system AirInjection ™ is a centrifugal air cleaning system that removes dust and dirt ...

Product part to examine Possible cause Action Fuel tank Incorrect fuel type. Drain the fuel tank and fill with cor- rect fuel. The fuel tank is filled with chain oil. If you have tried to start the product, speak to your servicing dealer. If you have not tried to start the product, drain the fuel ta...

To prepare your product for long-term storage 1. Stop the product and let it become cool before you disassemble it. 2. Disassemble and clean the saw chain and the groove in the guide bar. CAUTION: If the saw chain and guide bar are not cleaned, they can become rigid or blocked. 3. Attach the transpo...

Equivalent vibration levels, a hveq 4 Front handle, m/s 2 3.8 Rear handle, m/s 2 4.5 Saw chain/guide bar Type of drive sprocket/number of teeth Rim/7 Saw chain speed at maximum engine power speed, m/s (Pitch). 17.3 (0.325) 20 (3/8) Accessories Recommended cutting equipment Chainsaw models Husqvarna ...

Guide bar Saw chain Length, in/cm Pitch, in Gauge, in/mm Max. nose radius Type Length, drive links (no.) 13/33 0.325 0.050/1.3 10T Husqvarna H30 56 15/38 64 16/40 66 18/45 72 20/50 80 13/33 0.325 0.058/1.5 10T Husqvarna H25 56 15/38 64 16/40 66 18/45 72 20/50 12T 80 18/45 0.325 0.058/1.5 34mm Husqva...

Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declares under sole responsibility that the chainsaws for forest service Husqvarna 353 from 2024’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the type pl...

English – 5 1 Chain brake and front hand guard YOUR chain saw is equipped with a chain brake that is desig-ned to stop the chain immediately if you get a kickback.The chain brake reduces the risk of accidents, but only You canprevent them. Take care when using yoursaw and make sure thekickback zone ...

6 – English 6 The way the chain brake is triggered, either manually orautomatically, depends on the force of the kickback and theposition of the chain saw in relation to the object that thekickback zone of the bar strikes. If you get a violentkickback while thekickback zone of the baris farthest awa...

English – 7 5 Vibration damping system Your chain saw is equippedwith a vibration dampingsystem that is designed tominimise vibrations and makeoperation easier. When you use a chain sawvibrations are generated bythe uneven contact betweenthe chain and the wood youare cutting. Cutting hardwoods (most...

8 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Checking the inertia brake release Hold the chain saw over astump or other firm object.Let go of the front handleso that the bar falls ontothe stump. When the bar hits thestump the brake shouldbe applied. 4 Checking the right-hand brake trigger A) Check that the rig...

English – 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Right hand guard Check that the right handguard is not damaged andthat there are no visibledefects, such as cracks. 5 Vibration damping system Regularly check thevibration damping unitsfor cracks or deformation Make sure the vibrationdamping units aresecurely attach...

10 – English 7 Muffler Never use a chain sawthat has a faulty muffler. Regularly check that themuffler is securelyattached to the chain saw. If the muffler on your sawis fitted with a sparkarrestor mesh this mustbe cleaned regularly. Ablocked mesh will causethe engine to overheatand may lead to seri...

English – 11 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS C Some terms that describe the bar and chain When the cutting equipment supplied with your saw becomesworn or damaged you will need to replace it. Use only the typeof bar and chain recommended by us. See the ”Technical data” section to find out which equipment is rec...

12 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 Sharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearance The risk of kickback is increased with a badlysharpened chain! A General information on sharpening cutting teeth • Never use a blunt chain. When the chain is blunt you have to exert more pressure to force the bar ...

English – 13 C General advice on setting raker clearance • When you sharpen the cutting teeth you reduce theRAKER CLEARANCE(cutting depth). To maintaincutting performance youmust file back the rakerteeth to the recommendedheight. See the ”Technical data” section to find the rakerclearance for your s...

14 – English 1 Undo the bar nuts thathold the clutch cover andchain brake, using thecombination spanner.Then tighten the nuts byhand as tight as you can. 2 Raise the tip of the barand stretch the chain bytightening the chaintensioning screw usingthe combination spanner.Tighten the chain until itnot ...

English – 15 C Checking chain lubrication • Check the chain lubrication each time you refuel. Aim the tip of the saw at alight coloured surface about20 cm away. After 1 minuterunning at 3/4 throttle youshould see a distinct line ofoil on the light surface. If the chain lubrication is not working: 1 ...

16 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO AVOID KICKBACK Kickback can happen very suddenly andviolently; kicking the saw, bar and chain backat the user. If this happens when the chain ismoving it can cause very serious, even fatalinjuries. It is vital you understand what causeskickback and that you ca...

English – 17 7 Take great care when youcut with the top edge ofthe bar, i.e. when cuttingfrom the underside of theobject. This is known ascutting on the pushstroke. The chain tries topush the saw backtowards the user. Unless the user resiststhis pushing force there isa risk that the saw willmove so ...

18 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1 Chain saws are designed solely for cutting wood. The onlycutting equipment that can be used with this chain saw arethe combinations of bars and chains recommended in the ”Technical data” section. 2 Never use a chain saw ifyou are tired, i...

English – 19 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Min. 3 m(10 ft) • Never try to refuel the saw while it is running. • Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refuellingor mixing fuel (2-strokemixture). • Move the saw at least 3 m from the refuelling pointbefore starting it. • Never start the chainsaw: a) If y...

20 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6 Before moving your chainsaw switch off the engineand lock the chain usingthe chain brake. Carry thesaw with the bar andchain pointing backwards.Fit a guard to the barbefore carrying the sawany distance. Never carry or hang thesaw by the trigger. Thiscould damage th...

English – 21 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 The log is supported at one end. There is a high riskthat it will split. A Start by cutting from below (about 1/3 of theway through). B Finish by cutting from above so that the twocuts meet. 3 The log is supported at both ends. There is a high riskthat the chain wi...

22 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS C Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Remove any branches thatare in the way. To do this it isbest to work from the topdown and keep the trunkbetween you and the chainsaw. Never limb aboveshoulder height. Remove any undergrowthfrom the base of the tree andc...

English – 23 We recommend that you usea bar that is longer than thediameter of the tree, so thatyou can make the FELLINGCUT and DIRECTIONAL CUTwith single cutting stokes.(See ”Technical data” to find out which lengths of bar arerecommended for your saw). There are methods for fellingtrees with a dia...

English – 25 ASSEMBLY Fitting a spike bumper To fit a spike bumper –contact your service agent. Hold up the tip of the bar andtighten the chain. The chain iscorrectly tensioned whenthere is no slack on theunderside of the bar, but it canstill be turned easily by hand.Hold up the bar tip and tightent...

26 – English Mixing • Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean containerintended for fuel. • Always start by filling half the amount of the petrol tobe used. Then add theentire amount of oil. Mix(shake) the fuel mixture.Add the remaining amountof petrol. • Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly bef...

English – 27 FUEL HANDLING Fuelling Taking the following precautions, will lessenthe risk of fire. • Do not smoke or place warm objects in the vicinity of the fuel. • Always shut off the engine before refuelling.• Slowly open the fuel cap, when filling fuel, so that possible overpressure is slowly r...

28 – English Start and stop WARNING! • Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all covers are fitted correctly. Otherwise the clutch cancome loose and cause personal injuries. • Always move the saw away from the fueling area before starting. • Place the saw on clear ground and make sure th...

English – 29 MAINTENANCE Conditions • Before any adjustments are made the air filter should be clean and the cylinder cowling fitted. Adjusting the carburettor while adirty air filter is in use will result in a leaner mixture when the filteris finally cleaned. This can give rise to serious engine da...

30 – English Starter device WARNING! • When the recoil spring is assembled in the starter housing, it is in tensioned position and can whentreated carelessly, pop out and cause injuries. • Always be careful, when changing the recoil spring or the starter cord. Always wear safety goggles for eyeprote...

English – 31 MAINTENANCE Spark plug The spark plug condition is influenced by:• An incorrect carburettor setting.• Wrong fuel mixture (too much oil in the petrol).• A dirty air filter.These factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes,which may result in malfunction and starting difficulties....

32 – English MAINTENANCE Cooling system To obtain the lowest possible running temperature the saw isequipped with a cooling system. The cooling systemconsists of: 1. Air intake on the starter unit. 2. Air guide plate. 3. Fan blades on theflywheel. 4. Cooling fins on thecylinder. 5. Cylinder cowling ...

English – 33 Below you will find some general maintenance instructions.If you have more questions, contact your servicing dealer. Weekly maintenance 1. Check that the AVelements are not soft ortorn. 2. Lubricate the clutch drumbearing. 3. File off burrs, if any, onthe sides of the bar. 4. Clean the ...

34 – English Engine Cylinder volume, cu.in/cm 3 Cylinder bore, inch/mmStroke, inch/mmIdle speed, rpmRecommended max. speed, unloaded, rpmPower, kW/ rpm Ignition system ManufactureType of ignition systemSpark plug Electrode gap, inch/mm Fuel and lubrication system ManufacturerCarburettor typeFuel cap...

English – 35 TECHNICAL DATA Bar and chain combinations The following combinations are CE approved. Bar Chain Length, Pitch, Max. inches inches tip radius 13 0,325 10T Husqvarna H30 15 0,325 10T Husqvarna H30 16 0,325 10T Husqvarna H30 18 0,325 10T Husqvarna H30 13 0,325 10T Husqvarna H25 15 0,325 10...