Husqvarna Power Axe 350i User Manual

350i
EN Operator's manual 2-37
ES-MX Manual del usuario 38-75
FR-CA Manuel d’utilisation 76-114

Husqvarna Power Axe 350i Specifications

General

Battery Type	Li-Ion
Bar Length	14 in
Chain Speed	20 m/s
Battery Voltage	36 V
Recommended Bar Length	12-14 in
Chain Gauge	0.043 in
Chain Pitch	3/8 in

Summary

Chainsaw Safety and Kickback

Kickback Causes and Prevention

Explains the causes of kickback and provides operator techniques to prevent it.

Operational Safety Rules

Safe Handling and Operation

Safe Operation Practices and Posture

Details correct grip, posture, and situational awareness for safe chainsaw operation.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Product Controls and Features

Chain Brake and Cutting Strokes

Explains chain brake operation and describes pull stroke and push stroke cutting techniques.

Safety Features and Battery

Battery, Charger, and Maintenance Safety

Battery and Charger Safety Guidelines

Outlines safety instructions for using and handling batteries and chargers.

Setup and Pre-Operation Checks

Installing Battery Charger and Function Check

Guides on charger installation and a pre-operation checklist for safety features.

Battery Charging and Kickback

Understanding Kickback Risks

Explains what kickback is and the risks associated with it.

Kickback Prevention and Starting

Kickback Zone Awareness and FAQs

Highlights kickback zone awareness and addresses common kickback-related questions.

Starting the Product Safely

Guides on the correct procedure for safely starting the chainsaw.

Product Operation Modes

Cutting Techniques

Advanced Cutting Procedures

Cutting Trunks and Limbing

Explains methods for cutting trunks supported at two ends and safely removing branches.

Felling Preparation and Safety

Safe Distance and Felling Direction

Emphasizes establishing safe distances and determining the correct felling direction.

Tree Felling Process

Felling Hinge and Directional Cuts

Explains the critical concepts of the felling hinge and making directional cuts.

Felling Techniques

Safe Corner Method and Wedges

Describes the safe corner method and the use of felling wedges for control.

Handling Tensioned Wood

Freeing Trapped Trees and Cutting Tensioned Branches

Covers procedures for freeing trapped trees and safely cutting tensioned branches.

Safety Device Checks

Component Functionality Checks

Trigger Lockout, Brake, and Catcher Checks

Details checks for the power trigger lockout, brake trigger, and chain catcher.

System Checks and Sharpening

Saw Chain Sharpening Introduction

Introduces saw chain sharpening, emphasizing protective gloves and recommended combinations.

Saw Chain Sharpening Details

Cutter Adjustment and Depth Gauge

Adjusting Depth Gauge Setting

Explains how to adjust the depth gauge for optimal cutting performance and reduced kickback.

Chain Tension and Lubrication

Tightening Saw Chain and Lubrication Check

Troubleshooting Guide

Recommended Equipment and Batteries

Cutting Equipment and Battery Information