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
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. This engine label certifies that the product is certified in accordance ...
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 c...
Page 7 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; General safety precautions; General; Transport and storage
English – 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine. • The muffler on your machine is equipped with a spark arrestor mesh; this must be cleaned regularly. See the heading Muffler in the Maintenance chapter. A blocked mesh will cause the engine to ov...
Page 8 - Adjusting the harness; General working instructions; Basic safety rules
8 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete service is carried out before long-term storage. Adjusting the harness A correctly adjusted harness and machine significantly facilitates the work. Adjust the harness to give the best working position. Tighten the si...
Page 9 - Basic working techniques
English – 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc.) in case you have to move suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping ground. • Never put the machine down with the engine running ...
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; Attachments
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 t...
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 exhaus...
Page 15 - Muffler
English – 15 MAINTENANCE Muffler The muffler is designed to reduce the noise level and to direct the exhaust gases away from the operator. The exhaust gases are hot and can contain sparks, which may cause fire if directed against dry and combustible material. The muffler is equipped with a special s...
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 regu...
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 st...
Page 18 - TECHNICAL DATA; Technical data
18 – English TECHNICAL DATA ´®z+R(Q¶5g¨ ´®z+R(Q¶5g¨ 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. Conformity assessme...
Page 19 - FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
English – 19 FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The EPA (The US Environmental Protection Agency), CARB (California Air Resources Board) and Husqvarna Forest & Garden are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 2001 and later ...
