Page 2 - Intended use
Contents Introduction..................................................................... 2Safety..............................................................................4Assembly........................................................................ 9Operation...................................
Page 4 - Safety; Safety definitions
Read the operator's manual carefully and make sure that you understand the instructions before you use this product. Always wear approved protective helmet, approved hearing protection and eye protection. This product complies with applicable EC Directives. Noise emissions to the environment accordi...
Page 5 - Safety instructions for operation
implants to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this product. • The information in this operator's manual is never a substitute for professional skills and experience. If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop and seek expert advice. Contact yo...
Page 6 - Personal protective equipment
• Never use the product above shoulder height. • Do not use the product in a situation where you cannot call for help in case of an accident. • Before moving your product, switch off the engine and lock the saw chain using the chain brake. Carry the product with the guide bar and saw chain pointing ...
Page 7 - Safety devices on the product
Safety devices on the product WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product. • Do not use a product with safety devices that are damaged or do not operate correctly. • Do a check of the safety devices regularly. Refer to Maintenance on page 21. • If the safety devices...
Page 9 - Assembly; Introduction
saw chain that is damaged or incorrectly sharpened increases the risk of accidents. • Keep the correct depth gauge setting. Obey the instructions and use the recommended depth gauge setting. Too large depth gauge setting increases the risk of kickback. • Make sure that the saw chain has the correct ...
Page 10 - To assemble a spiked bumper; Operation
WARNING: Always use protective gloves when you assemble the saw chain. 5. Make sure that the edges of the cutters point forward on the top edge of the guide bar. 6. Align the hole in the guide bar with the chain adjuster pin and install the clutch cover. 7. Tighten the bar nuts finger tight.8. Tight...
Page 12 - Kickback information
8. Move the product 3 m/10 ft or more away from the refueling area and fuel source before you start the engine. Note: To see where the fuel tank is on your product, refer to Product overview on page 3. To do a run-in • During the first 10 hours of operation, do not apply full throttle without load f...
Page 13 - Common questions about kickback; To start the product; To prepare to start with a cold engine
Common questions about kickback • Will the hand always engage the chain brake during a kickback?No. It is necessary to use some force to push the front hand guard forward. If you do not use the force necessary, the chain brake will not be engaged. You must also hold the handles of the product stable...
Page 15 - To cut a trunk on the ground
To stop the product • 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 cut with the bottom of the guide bar. The saw chain pulls through the tree when you cut. In...
Page 17 - To use the tree felling technique; To keep a safe distance
b) Select the applicable cutting technique for the tension in the branch. WARNING: If you are not sure about how to cut the branch, speak to a professional chainsaw operator before you continue. 2. Remove the limbs on the top of the trunk. a) Keep the product on the trunk and let the guide bar move ...
Page 21 - To use the product in cold weather; Maintenance
5. Make one or more cuts of sufficient depth necessary to decrease the tension. Cut at or near the point of maximum tension. Make the tree or branch break at the point of maximum tension. WARNING: Do not cut straight through a tree or branch that is in tension. WARNING: Be very careful when you cut ...
Page 22 - Maintenance schedule
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 cooling system. Refer to To clean the cooling system on page 32. Do a check of the brake band. Refer to To do a check o...
Page 23 - To do a check of the brake band
Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Make sure that there is no damage on the right hand guard. Make sure that the muffler is correct- ly attached, has no damages and that no parts of the muffler are miss- ing. Maintenance and checks of the safety devices on the product To do a c...
Page 25 - Carburetor adjustment; Basic adjustments and run-in
WARNING: Do not use a product with a damaged muffler or a muffler that is in bad condition. Return product to a Husqvarna dealer/service station if the muffler is damaged. WARNING: Do not use the product if the spark arrester screen is missing or damaged, if you must have a spark arrester screen in ...
Page 26 - To replace a broken or worn starter
To adjust the high speed needle (H) The engine is adjusted at the factory to operate at sea level. At higher altitudes, in different weather or different temperatures it can be necessary to adjust the high speed needle.• Turn the high speed needle to make adjustments. CAUTION: Do not turn the high s...
Page 28 - To sharpen the saw chain; Information about the guide bar and saw chain
To sharpen the saw chain Information about the guide bar and saw chain WARNING: Use protective gloves when you use or do maintenance on the saw chain. A saw chain that does not move can also cause injuries. Replace a worn or damaged guide bar or saw chain with the guide bar and saw chain combination...
Page 32 - Recommended settings for the oil pump; Air cleaning system
4. Examine the groove in the guide bar for wear. Replace the guide bar if it is necessary. 5. Examine if the guide bar tip is rough or very worn. 6. Make sure that the bar tip sprocket turns freely and that the lubricating hole in the bar tip sprocket is not blocked. Clean and lubricate if it is nec...
Page 33 - Troubleshooting; The engine does not start
flywheel (C), the cooling fins on the cylinder (D) and the cylinder cover (E). E D C A B 1. Clean the cooling system with a brush weekly or more frequently if it is necessary. 2. Make sure that the cooling system is not dirty or blocked. CAUTION: A dirty or blocked cooling system can make the produc...
Page 34 - The engine starts but stops again; Transportation and storage
Product part to examine Possible cause Action Spark plug and cylinder The spark plug is loose. Tighten the spark plug. Engine is flooded because of repea- ted starts with full choke after igni- tion. Remove and clean the spark plug. Put the product on its side with the spark plug hole away from you....
Page 35 - Technical data
Technical data Technical data Husqvarna 365 SPECIAL Husqvarna 372 XP Husqvarna 372 XPG Engine Cylinder displacement, cm 3 65.1 70.7 70.7 Idle speed, rpm 2700 2700 2700 Maximum engine power acc. to ISO 8893, kW/hp @ rpm 3.4/4.5 @ 9600 3.9/5.2 @ 9600 3.9/5.2 @ 9600 Ignition system 1 Spark plug NGK BPM...
Page 36 - Accessories; Recommended cutting equipment
Husqvarna 365 SPECIAL Husqvarna 372 XP Husqvarna 372 XPG Type of drive sprock- et/number of teeth Rim/7 Rim/7 Rim/7 Saw chain speed at maxi- mum engine power speed, m/s 20.7 21.4 21.4 Accessories Recommended cutting equipment Chainsaw models Husqvarna 365 SPECIAL, 372 XP, 372 XPG have been evaluated...
Page 37 - Filing equipment and filing angles
327XP, 327XPG, 365SP Guide bar Saw chain Length, in/cm Pitch, in Gauge, in/mm Max. nose radius Type Length, drive links (no.) 15/38 3/8 0.058/1.5 11T Husqvarna H42 56 16/40 60 18/45 68 20/50 72 24/60 84 28/70 92 The usable cutting length is usually 1 in less than the nominal guide bar length. Filing...
Page 38 - Declaration of Conformity; EC Declaration of conformity
Declaration of Conformity EC 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 365 SPECIAL, 372 XP, 372 XPG from 2016’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in ...
