Page 2 - INTR
2 – English INTR ODUCTION Dear customer! Cong ratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Huskvarna River, for production of muskets. The loca...
Page 3 - KEY; Symbols
English – 3 KEY T O SYMBOLS Symbols WARNING! The machine can be a dangerous tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, which can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the oper ator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. ...
Page 4 - CONTENTS; Contents; The engine exhaust from this product
4 – English CONTENTS Contents Note the f ollowing before starting: Please read the oper ator’s manual carefully. Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing protection. The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the emissions compliance ...
Page 5 - SAFETY INSTR; ersonal protective equipment; Stop s
English – 5 SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS P ersonal protective equipment • Gloves should be worn when necessary. • Wear hearing protection that provides adequate noise reduction. • Always wear approved eye protection. If you use a visor then you must also wear approved protective goggles. Approved protective...
Page 6 - Chec
6 – English SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS Vibration damping system Y our machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to reduce vibration and make operation easier. Muffl er The m uffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. In cou...
Page 7 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Muffler; General safety precautions; General
English – 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Muffler • Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler. • Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine. • The muffler on your machine is equipped with a spark arrestor screen; this must be cleaned regularly. See the heading Muffler in the Maintenan...
Page 8 - Transport and storage; General working instructions
8 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Transport and storage • Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there is no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact with sparks or naked flames, for example, from electrical machinery, electric motors, electrical relays/switches or boilers. • When sto...
Page 9 - Basic safety rules; Basic working techniques
English – 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Basic safety rules • No unauthorised persons or animals may be present in the working area, which is 15 metres. • The powerful currents of air can move objects at such a speed that they can bounce back and cause serious eye injuries. • Do not direct the air jet toward...
Page 10 - What is what on the blower?
10 – English WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the blower? 1 Outer cover 2 Harness 3 Outlet pipe 4 Bellows with guard 5 Stop switch with throttle position setting 6 Control handle/Operating handle 7 Throttle control (356 BT) 8 Control pipe 9 Intermediate pipe 10 Blow pipe 11 Starter handle 12 Muffler 13 ...
Page 11 - ASSEMBLY; Accessories
English – 11 ASSEMBLY Assembling the blow pipe and control handle • Loosen the two screws on the fan’s outlet pipe and remove the two wear ring halves located on the outlet pipe. • Place these on the pipe bend so that the guide on the wear ring halves aligns with the slot on the pipe bend. • Refit th...
Page 12 - FUEL HANDLING; Fuel; Gasoline; Mixing; Fueling
12 – English FUEL HANDLING Fuel CAUTION! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine and must always been run using a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine oil. It is important to accurately measure the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct mixture is obtained. When mixing sm...
Page 13 - STARTING AND STOPPING; Starting and stopping; Cold engine; Stopping
English – 13 STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping Cold engine Ignition: Set the stop switch to the start position. Start position is achieved by moving the stop switch slightly backwards (356BT) or downwards (356BF) until the stop switch clicks into start position. It is not allowed to set th...
Page 14 - MAINTENANCE; Carburetor
14 – English MAINTENANCE Carburetor Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful emissions. After the engine has used 8-10 tanks of fuel the engine will be run-in. To ensure that it continues to run at peak performance and to minimise harmful exhaust...
Page 16 - Air filter; Cleaning the air filter; Oiling the air filter
16 – English MAINTENANCE Air filter The air filter must be regularly cleaned to remove dust and dirt in order to avoid: • Carburettor malfunctions • Starting problems • Loss of engine power • Unnecessary wear to engine parts • Excessive fuel consumption. Clean the filter every 40 hours, or more regular...
Page 17 - Maintenance schedule; Daily maintenance
English – 17 MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. If you need further information please contact your service workshop. Daily maintenance 1 Clean the outside of the machine. 2 Check that the throttle control functions safely. 3 Check that the sto...
Page 18 - TECHNICAL DATA; Technical data
18 – English TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Note 1: Equivalent noise pressure level is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for noise pressure levels under various working conditions with the following time distribution: 1/2 idle and 1/2 max. speed. Technical data 356BT x 356BF x Engine Cylin...
Page 19 - FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
English – 19 FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency), CARB (California Air Resources Board), Environment Canada and Husqvarna Forest & Garden are pleased to explain the emissions control syste...
Page 20 - WHAT IS NOT COVERED; HOW TO FILE A CLAIM
20 – English FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT WHAT IS NOT COVERED All failures caused by abuse, neglect or improper maintenance are not covered. ADD -ON OR MODIFIED PARTS Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by CARB or EPA may not be used. The use of any non-exemp...
