R
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Instruction Manual
Manuel d’instructions
Betriebsanweisung
Manual de instrucciones
English
Please read these instructions carefully make sure you understand them
before using this unit.
Français
Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, veuillez lire attentivement les instructions et
assurez--vous de les avoir comprises.
Deutsch
Lesen Sie diese Hinweise zur Handhabung des Geräts aufmerksam durch.
Verwenden Sie es erst, wenn Sie sicher sind, daß Sie alle Anweisungen
verstanden haben.
Español
Lea atentamente las instrucciones y asegúrese de entenderlas antes de
utilizar esta unidad.
530088185
11/11/02
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SAFETY RULES
S Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-
vance. Do not start cutting until you have a
clear work area, secure footing, and, if you
are felling trees, a planned retreat path.
WARNING:
Always disconnect
spark plug wire and place wire where it can-
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting, ad-
justing or making repairs except carburetor
adjustments.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
S Do not operate a chain saw with one hand.
Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by-
standers or any combination of these per-
sons may result from one-handed opera-
Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood-
cutting tool, special safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents.
Careless or improper use of this tool can
cause serious injury.
tion.
A
chain saw is intended for
two-handed use.
S Operate the chain saw only in a well-venti-
lated outdoor area.
S Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a
tree.
S Make sure the chain will not make contact
with any object while starting the engine.
Never try to start the saw when the guide
bar is in a cut.
S Do not put pressure on the saw at the end
of the cut. Applying pressure can cause
you to lose control when the cut is com-
pleted.
S Stop the engine before setting the saw
down.
S Do not operate a chain saw that is dam-
aged, improperly adjusted, or not com-
pletely and securely assembled. Always
replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain
brake immediately if it becomes damaged,
broken or is otherwise removed.
S With the engine stopped, hand carry the
chain saw with the muffler away from your
body, and the guide bar and chain to the
rear, preferably covered with a scabbard.
PLAN AHEAD
S Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions before attempting to use the unit.
S Restrict the use of your saw to adult users
who understand and can follow safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions found in this manual.
S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed
safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fit-
ting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves;
eye protection such as non-fogging, vented
goggles or face screen; an approved safety
hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or
mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular
users should have hearing checked regular-
ly as chain saw noise can damage hearing.
Secure hair above shoulder length.
Safety Hat
Eye
Hearing
Protection
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD
WORKING ORDER
otection
Snug
S Have all chain saw service performed by a
qualified service dealer with the exception
of the items listed in the maintenance sec-
tion of this manual. For example, if improp-
er tools are used to remove or hold the fly-
wheel when servicing the clutch, structural
damage to the flywheel can occur and
cause the flywheel to burst.
Fitting
avy Duty
oves
Clothing
Saf
Sh
Chaps
S Make certain the saw chain stops moving
when the throttle trigger is released. For
correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD-
JUSTMENTS.
S Never modify your saw in any way.
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil
or fuel mixture.
S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-
teners securely tightened.
S Use only HusqvarnaR accessories and
replacement parts as recommended.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
S Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the saw.
S Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.
There should be no smoking, open flames,
or work that could cause sparks. Allow en-
gine to cool before refueling.
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
chain when the engine is running.
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) away from
the work area. Do not allow other people
or animals to be near the chain saw when
starting or operating the chain saw.
S Do not handle or operate a chain saw
when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you
have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication.
You must be in good physical condition
and mentally alert. Chain saw work is
strenuous. If you have any condition that
might be aggravated by strenuous work,
check with your doctor before operating a
chain saw.
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S Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on
bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well
ventilated place; and use an approved,
marked container for all fuel purposes.
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fuel-
ing site before starting engine.
S Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap
and refuel unit.
Kickback Path
Avoid Obstructions
S Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, electric motors
or switches, furnaces, etc.
KICKBACK
Clear The Working Area
WARNING: Avoid kickback which
can result in serious injury. Kickback is the
backward, upward or sudden forward motion
of the guide bar occurring when the saw
chain near the upper tip of the guide bar con-
tacts any object such as a log or branch, or
when the wood closes in and pinches the
saw chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign ob-
ject in the wood can also result in loss of
chain saw control.
S Rotational Kickback can occur when the
moving chain contacts an object at the up-
per tip of the guide bar. This contact can
cause the chain to dig into the object,
which stops the chain for an instant. The
result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction
which kicks the guide bar up and back to-
ward the operator.
S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the
wood closes in and pinches the moving
saw chain in the cut along the top of the
guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly
stopped. This sudden stopping of the
chain results in a reversal of the chain
force used to cut wood and causes the
saw to move in the opposite direction of the
chain rotation. The saw is driven straight
back toward the operator.
S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain
contacts a foreign object in the wood in the
cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the
saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden
stopping pulls the saw forward and away
from the operator and could easily cause the
operator to lose control of the saw.
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
KICKBACK
S Recognize that kickback can happen.
With a basic understanding of kickback,
you can reduce the element of surprise
which contributes to accidents.
S Never let the moving chain contact any ob-
ject at the tip of the guide bar.
S Keep the working area free from obstruc-
tions such as other trees, branches, rocks,
fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid
any obstruction that your saw chain could
hit while you are cutting. When cutting a
branch, do not let the guide bar contact
branch or other objects around it.
S Keep your saw chain sharp and properly
tensioned. A loose or dull chain can in-
crease the chance of kickback occurring.
Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening
and maintenance instructions. Check ten-
sion at regular intervals with the engine
stopped, never with the engine running.
Make sure the chain brake nuts are se-
curely tightened after tensioning the chain.
S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If
the chain is moving at a slower speed,
there is greater chance of kickback occur-
ring.
S Cut one log at a time.
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a
previous cut.
S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of
the bar (plunge cuts).
S Watch for shifting logs or other forces that
could close a cut and pinch or fall into
chain.
Avoid Pinch--Kickback:
S Be extremely aware of situations or ob-
structions that can cause material to pinch
the top of or otherwise stop the chain.
S Do not cut more than one log at a time.
S Do not twist the saw as the bar is with-
drawn from an undercut when bucking.
S Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar
and Low--Kickback Chain specified for
your saw.
MAINTAIN CONTROL
Stand to
left of th
Avoid Pull--In:
S Always begin cutting with the engine at full
speed and the saw housing against wood.
S Use wedges made of plastic or wood.
Never use metal to hold the cut open.
Thumb on
underside of
handlebar
Never r
hand positions
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Symm
Large Radius Tip
Elbow locked
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a
contoured depth gauge and guard link
which deflect kickback force and allow
wood to gradually ride into the cutter.
Thumb on underside of
handlebar
Low---Kickback
Chain
Contoured Depth Gauge
Elongated Guard Link
S Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both
hands when the engine is running and
don’t let go. A firm grip will help you reduce
kickback and maintain control of the saw.
Keep the fingers of your left hand encir-
cling and your left thumb under the front
handlebar. Keep your right hand com-
pletely around the rear handle whether
your are right handed or left handed. Keep
your left arm straight with the elbow
locked.
S Position your left hand on the front handle-
bar so it is in a straight line with your right
hand on the rear handle when making
bucking cuts. Never reverse right and left
hand positions for any type of cutting.
S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on
both feet.
S Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to
keep your body from being in a direct line
with the cutting chain.
S Do not overreach. You could be drawn or
thrown off balance and lose control of the
saw.
S Do not cut above shoulder height. It is diffi-
cult to maintain control of saw above
shoulder height.
Deflects
Kickback Force
And Allows Wood
To Gradually
Ride Into Cutter
S Front Hand Guard, designed to reduce the
chance of your left hand contacting the chain
if your hand slips off the front handlebar.
S Position of front and rear handlebars, de-
signed with distance between handles and
“in-line” with each other. The spread and
“in-line” position of the hands provided by
this design work together to give balance
and resistance in controlling the pivot of
the saw back toward the operator if kick-
back occurs.
WARNING: DO NOT RELY UPON
ANY OF THE DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR
SAW. YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW PROP-
ERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICK-
BACK. Reduced--kickback guide bars and
low--kickback saw chains reduce the chance
and magnitude of kickback and are recom-
mended. Your saw has a low kickback chain
and bar as original equipment. Repairs on a
chain brake should be made by an authorized
servicing dealer. Take your unit to the place of
purchase if purchased from a servicing dealer,
or to the nearest authorized master service
dealer.
S Tip contact in some cases may cause a light-
ning fast reverse REACTION, kicking the
guide bar up and back toward the operator.
S Pinching the saw chain along the top of the
guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back toward the operator.
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
WARNING: The following features
are included on your saw to help reduce the
hazard of kickback; however, such features
will not totally eliminate this danger. As a
chain saw user, do not rely only on safety de-
vices. You must follow all safety precau-
tions, instructions, and maintenance in this
manual to help avoid kickback and other
forces which can result in serious injury.
S Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar, designed
with a small radius tip which reduces the
size of the kickback danger zone on the
bar tip. A Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar
has been demonstrated to significantly re-
duce the number and seriousness of kick-
backs.
S Either of these reactions may cause you to
lose control of the saw which could result
in serious injury.Do not rely exclusively
upon the safety devices built into your saw.
CHAIN BRAKE
S Chain Brake, designed to stop the chain in
the event of kickback.
WARNING:
Your chain saw is
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar
equipped with a chain brake that is designed
to stop the chain immediately if you get a
kickback. The chain brake reduces the risk
of accidents, but only you can prevent them.
DO NOT ASSUME THAT THE CHAIN
BRAKE WILL PROTECT YOU IN THE
EVENT OF A KICKBACK.
Small Radius Tip
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S An adjusting pin and screw is used to adjust
the tension of the chain. It is very important
when assembling the bar, that the pin located
on the adjusting screw aligns into a hole in
the bar. Turning the screw will move the ad-
justment pin up and down the screw. Locate
this adjustment before you begin mounting
the bar onto the saw. See illustration below.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
people prone to circulation disorders or
abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel
damage in otherwise healthy people. If
symptoms occur such as numbness, pain,
loss of strength, change in skin color or texture,
or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek
medical attention. An anti-vibration system
does not guarantee the avoidance of these
problems. Users who operate power tools on
a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the
condition of this tool.
ide view of
ain Brake
Adjustment located on Chain Brake
S Turn the adjusting screw by hand counter-
clockwise until the adjusting pin just touches
the stop. This should allow the pin to be near
the correct position. Further adjustment may
be necessary as you mount the bar.
S Slide guide bar behind clutch drum until
guide bar stops against clutch drum
sprocket.
ASSEMBLY
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING THE OPTIONAL
BUMPER SPIKE
The optional bumper spike may be used as a
pivot when making a cut.
S Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts
and the chain brake from the saw.
S Attach the bumper spike (optional) with the
two screws as illustrated.
Mount the bar
S Prepare the chain by checking the proper di-
rection. Without following the illustration it is
easy to place the chain on the saw in the
wrong direction. Use the illustration of the
chain to determine the proper direction.
Tip of
Bar
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not
already attached)
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is prop-
erly assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Always wear gloves when handling the
chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you
even when it is not moving!
S Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts
and the chain brake from the saw.
S Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if
present).
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIRECTION OF ROTATION
Depth Gauge
Cutters
Location of shipping spacer
Drive Links
S Place the chain over and behind the
clutch, fitting the drive links in the clutch
drum sprocket.
Chain Brake
Nuts
Chain
Place chain onto the sprocket
Bar Tool
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S Fit bottom of drive links between the teeth
in the sprocket in the nose of the guide bar.
S Fit chain drive links in bar groove.
S Pull the bar forward until the chain is snug
in the guide bar groove. Ensure all drive
links are in the bar groove.
S Recheck chain tension.
S Now, install chain brake making sure the
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower hole
in the guide bar. Remember this pin
moves the bar forward and backward as
the screw is turned.
S Install chain brake nuts and finger tighten
only. Once the chain is tensioned, you will
need to tighten chain brake nuts.
WARNING: If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury.
CHAIN TENSION (Including units with
Muffler is very hot dur-
WARNING:
ing and after use. Do not touch the muffler or
allow combustible material such as dry
grass or fuel to do so.
chain already installed)
NOTE: When adjusting chain tension,
make sure the chain brake nuts are finger
tight only. Attempting to tension the chain
when the chain brake nuts are tight can
cause damage.
FUELING & LUBRICATION
Checking the tension:
Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjust-
ment tool (bar tool) to move the chain around
the bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too
tight. If too loose, the chain will sag below the
bar.
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow-
ly when refueling.
FUELING ENGINE
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
2-cycle air-cooled engine oil.
We
recommend HusqvarnaR brand oil. If you do
not use this oil, use a good quality 2-cycle
air-cooled oil designed to be mixed at a ratio
of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing
0,125 liter of oil with 5 liters of unleaded
gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive or boat
oil. These oils will cause engine damage.
When mixing fuel follow the instructions
printed on the container. Always read and
follow the safety rules listed under HANDLE
FUEL WITH CAUTION.
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require continuous lubri-
cation. Lubrication is provided by the auto-
matic oiler system when the oil tank is kept
filled. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and
chain. Too little oil will cause overheating
shown by smoke coming from the chain and/
or discoloration of the bar.
Chain Adjustment
Chain Brake Nuts
Tool (Bar Tool)
Adjusting the tension:
Chain tension is very important. Chain
stretches during use. This is especially true
during the first few times you use your saw.
Always check chain tension each time you
use and refuel your saw.
You can adjust the chain tension by
loosening the chain brake nuts and turning
the adjusting screw 1/4 of a turn while lifting
up on the bar.
S If chain is too tight, turn adjusting screw 1/4
turn counterclockwise.
Only use Bar and Chain Oil for bar and chain
lubrication.
S If chain is too loose, turn adjusting screw
1/4 turn clockwise.
Oil cap
Fuel mix cap
Adjusting screw
Chain Brake Nuts
STARTING
Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn
WARNING: The chain must not
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this
manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
S Lift up the tip of the bar and tighten the
chain brake nuts with the bar tool.
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To stop the engine move the ON/STOP
switch to the STOP position.
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
To start the engine hold the saw firmly on
the ground as illustrated. Make sure the
chain is free to turn without contacting any
object.
FULL OFF
Use only 15”---18” of rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope
Starter rope handle
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
Left hand
on front
handle
S Move ON/STOP switch to the ONposition.
S Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the full ex-
tent; then, push the lever back in completely
(to the OFF CHOKE position). This will set
the fast idle lock to the start position.
S Pull the starter rope quickly with your right
hand until the engine starts.
S Squeeze and release the throttle trigger to
allow engine to return to idle speed.
Right foot through rear handle
DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a
flooded engine)
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When pulling the starter rope, do not use the
full extent of the rope as this can cause the
rope to break. Do not let starter rope snap
back. Hold the handle and let the rope rewind
slowly.
The engine may be flooded if it has not started
after 10 pulls.
Flooded engines can be cleared of excess fuel
by following the warm engine starting proce-
dure listed above. Ensure the ON/STOP
switch is in the ON position.
Starting could require many pulls depending on
how badly unit is flooded. If engine still fails to
start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING
TABLE.
For cold weather starting, start the unit at
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up
before squeezing the throttle trigger.
NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/
fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE position.
CHAIN BRAKE
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of
fuel):
NOTE: In the following steps, when the
choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full
extent, the correct throttle setting for starting
is set automatically.
S Move ON/STOP switch to the ONposition.
S Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the full
extent.
S Pull starter rope quickly with your right
hand a maximum of 10 times.
WARNING: If the brake band is
worn too thin it may break when the chain
brake is triggered. With a broken brake band,
the chain brake will not stop the chain. The
chain brake should be replaced by an autho-
rized service dealer if any part is worn to less
than 1/32” thick. Repairs on a chain brake
should be made by an authorized service
dealer. Take your unit to the place of pur-
chase if purchased from a servicing dealer,
or to the nearest authorized master service
dealer.
S This saw is equipped with a chain brake.
The brake is designed to stop the chain if
kickback occurs.
NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying
to start before the 10th pull, stop pulling and
immediately proceed to the next step.
S The inertia--activated chain brake is
activated if the front hand guard is pushed
forward, either manually (by hand) or
automatically (by sudden movement).
S If the brake is already activated, it is
disengaged by pulling the front hand guard
back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
S Push the choke/fast idle lever in complete-
ly (to the OFF CHOKE position).
S Pull the starter rope quickly with your right
hand until the engine starts.
S Allow the engine to run for approximately 5
seconds. Then, squeeze and release
throttle trigger to allow engine to return to
idle speed.
S When cutting with the saw, the chain brake
must be disengaged.
Disengaged
ON/STOP SWITCH
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Braking function control
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES
CAUTION: The chain brake must be
checked several times daily. The engine
must be running when performing this proce-
dure. This is the only instance when the saw
should be placed on the ground with the en-
gine running.
Place the saw on firm ground. Grip the rear
handle with your right hand and the front han-
dle with your left hand. Apply full throttle by
fully depressing the throttle trigger. Activate
the chain brake by turning your left wrist
against the hand guard without releasing
your grip around the front handle. The chain
should stop immediately.
WARNING: Check for broken or
dead branches which can fall while cutting
causing serious injury. Do not cut near build-
ings or electrical wires if you do not know the
direction of tree fall, nor cut at night since you
will not be ale to see well, nor during bad
weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds,
etc. If the tree makes contact with any utility
line, the utility company should be notified im-
mediately.
S Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-
vance.
S Clear the work area. You need a clear area
all around the tree so you can have secure
footing.
Inertia activating function control
S The chain saw operator should keep on
the uphill side of the terrain as the tree is
likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled.
S Study the natural conditions that can cause
the tree to fall in a particular direction.
Natural conditions that can cause a tree to
fall in a particular direction include:
S The wind direction and speed.
S The lean of the tree. The lean of a tree
might not be apparent due to uneven or
sloping terrain. Use a plumb or level to de-
termine the direction of tree lean.
S Weight and branches on one side.
S Surrounding trees and obstacles.
WARNING: When performing the
following procedure, the engine must be
turned off.
Grip the rear handle with your right hand and
the front handle with your left hand. Hold the
chain saw approximately 14” (35 cm) above
a stump or other wooden surface. Release
your grip on the front handle and use the
weight of the saw to let the top of the guide
bar fall forward and contact the stump.
When the tip of the bar hits the stump, the
brake should activate.
Look for decay and ro.t If the trunk is rotted,
it can snap and fall toward the operator.
Check for broken or dead branches which
can fall on you while cutting.
Make sure there is enough room for the tree to
fall. Maintain a distance of 2-1/2 tree lengths
from the nearest person or other objects. En-
gine noise can drown out a warning call.
CUTTING METHODS
IMPORTANT POINTS
S Check chain tension before first use and af-
ter 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN TEN-
SION in the ASSEMBLY section.
S Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,
masonry, non-wood building materials, etc.
S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign ob-
ject. Inspect the saw and repair or replace
parts as necessary.
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, sta-
ples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to
be made.
S Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even a
small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain
and thus increase the possibility of kickback.
S Practice cutting a few small logs using the
following techniques to get the “feel” of using
your saw before you begin a major sawing
operation.
Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diag-
onal to the line of fall.
Plan a clear retreat path
S
S
S
S
Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow the
engine to reach full speed before cutting.
Begin cutting with the saw frame against
the log.
Direction of Fall
45_
Keep the engine at full speed the entire
time you are cutting.
Allow the chain to cut for you. Exert only
light downward pressure. If you force the
cut, damage to the bar, chain, or engine
can result.
FELLING LARGE TREES
(6 inches in diameter or larger)
The notch method is used to fell large trees.
A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the de-
sired direction of fall. After a felling cut is
made on the opposite side of tree, the tree
will tend to fall into the notch.
S
S
Release the throttle trigger as soon as the
cut is completed, allowing the engine to
idle. If you run the saw at full throttle with-
out a cutting load, unnecessary wear can
occur to the chain, bar, and engine.
To avoid losing control when cut is com-
plete, do not put pressure on saw at end
of cut.
NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots,
remove them before making the notch. If us-
ing saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw
chain from contacting ground to prevent dull-
ing of the chain.
S Stop the engine before setting the saw down
after cutting.
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NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE
CUTTING A FALLEN TREE
(BUCKING)
Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen
tree to the desired log size.
TREE
S Make notch cut by cutting the top of the
notch first. Cut through 1/3 of the diameter
of the tree. Next complete the notch by cut-
ting the bottom of the notch. See illustra-
tion. Once the notch is cut, remove the
notch of wood from the tree.
WARNING: Do not stand on the log
being cut. Any portion can roll causing loss
of footing and control. Do not stand downhill
of the log being cut.
IMPORTANT POINTS
S Cut only one log at a time.
Final cut here. 2 inches above
center of notch.
First cut
S Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp
pieces of wood could be flung toward opera-
tor.
S Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never
allow another person to hold the log while
cutting and never hold the log with your leg
or foot.
Notch
S Do not cut in an area where logs, limbs,
and roots are tangled such as in a blown
down area. Drag the logs into a clear area
before cutting by pulling out exposed and
cleared logs first.
TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR
BUCKING
Second cut
S After removing the wood from the notch,
make the felling cut on the opposite side of
the notch. This is done by making a cut about
two inches higher than the center of the
notch. This will leave enough uncut wood
between the felling cut and the notch to form
a hinge. This hinge will help prevent the tree
from falling in the wrong direction.
WARNING: If saw becomes pinched
or hung in a log, don’t try to force it out. You can
lose control of the saw resulting in injury and/or
damage to the saw. Stop the saw, drive a
wedge of plastic or wood into the cut until the
saw can be removed easily. Restart the saw
and carefully reenter the cut. To avoid kickback
and chain damage, do not use a metal wedge.
Do not attempt to restart your saw when it is
pinched or hung in a log.
Hinge holds tree on stump and helps
control fall
Opening
of felling
cut
Use a wedge to remove pinched saw
Closing of
notch
Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or
wooden wedge to force cut open.
NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use
wedges to open the cut when necessary to
control the direction of fall. To avoid kickback
and chain damage, use wood or plastic
wedges, but never steel or iron wedges.
S Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall:
cracking sounds, widening of the felling cut,
or movement in the upper branches.
S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down,
and get away quickly on your planned re-
treat path.
Overcutting begins on the top side of the log
with the bottom of the saw against the log.
When overcutting use light downward pres-
sure.
Overcutting
Undercutting
S DO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree
with your saw. Be extremely cautious with
partially fallen trees that may be poorly
supported. When a tree doesn’t fall com-
pletely, set the saw aside and pull down the
tree with a cable winch, block and tackle,
or tractor.
Undercutting involves cutting on the under-
side of the log with top of saw against the log.
When undercutting use light upward pres-
sure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control.
The saw will tend to push back toward you.
WARNING: Never turn saw upside
down to undercut. The saw cannot be con-
trolled in this position.
Always make your first cut on the compres-
sion side of the log. The compression side of
the log is where the pressure of the log’s
weight is concentrated.
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st
First cut on compression side of log
1
Cut
nd
2
Cut
Second cut
Second cut
LIMBING AND PRUNING
WARNING: Be alert for and guard
against kickback. Do not allow the moving
chain to contact any other branches or ob-
jects at the nose of the guide bar when limb-
ing or pruning. Allowing such contact can re-
sult in serious injury.
First cut on compression side of log
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
S Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the
log.
WARNING: Never climb into a tree
to limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders,
platforms, a log, or in any position which can
cause you to lose your balance or control of
the saw.
S Roll the log over and finish with a second
overcut.
S Watch for logs with a compression side to
prevent the saw from pinching. See il-
lustrations for cutting logs with a compres-
sion side.
IMPORTANT POINTS
BUCKING USING A LOG OR
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the saw. Maintain secure foot-
ing and balance.
SUPPORT STAND
S Remember your first cut is always on the
compression side of the log. (Refer to the il-
lustrations below for your first and second
cut)
S Watch out for springpoles. Use extreme
caution when cutting small size limbs.
Slender material may catch the saw chain
and be whipped toward you or pull you off
balance.
S Be alert for springback. Watch out for
branches that are bent or under pressure.
Avoid being struck by the branch or the
saw when the tension in the wood fibers is
released.
S Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the
diameter of the log.
S Finish with your second cut.
Using a log for support
nd
2
Cut
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
LIMBING
S Always limb a tree after it is cut down. Only
then can limbing be done safely and prop-
erly.
st
1
Cut
S Leave the larger limbs underneath the
felled tree to support the tree as you work.
S Start at the base of the felled tree and work
toward the top, cutting branches and
limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut.
S Keep the tree between you and the chain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
branch you are cutting.
st
1
Cut
S Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
nd
2
Cut
S Always use an overcut to cut small and
freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could
cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.
Using a support stand
nd
2
Cut
PRUNING
WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if
branches are higher than your shoulder. Get
a professional to do the job.
st
1
Cut
S
Make your fist cut 1/3 of the way
through the bottom of the limb.
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S
Next make a 2nd cut all the way
through the limb. Then cut a third
overcut leaving a 1 to 2 inch collar from
the truck of the tree.
BAR MAINTENANCE
If your saw cuts to one side, has to be forced
through the cut, or been run with an improper
amount of bar lubrication it may be neces-
sary to service your bar. A worn bar will dam-
age your chain and make cutting difficult.
Replace your bar if bent or the inside rails of
the bar are worn.
Second cut
Third cut
S Clean the oil holes after each 5 hours of op-
eration.
S Remove sawdust from bar groove periodi-
cally with a wire or putty knife.
Collar
Remove Sawdust From
Guide Bar Groove
First cut
Pruning technique
Oil Holes
SERVICE
CHAIN SHARPENING
Chain sharpening is a complicated task that
requires special tools. We recommended
you refer chain sharpening to a professional
chain sharpener.
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized service dealer.
IGNITION TIMING
Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.
SPARK PLUG
The spark plug should be replaced each
year to ensure the engine starts easier and
runs better.
S Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
S Remove the cylinder cover.
S Pull off the spark plug boot.
S Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-
card.
S Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench. Spark plug gap should be
0,5 mm.
AIR FILTER
CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable solvent to avoid creating
a fire hazard or producing harmful evapora-
tive emissions.
Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after every
5 hours of operation.
S Clean the cover and the area around it to
keep dirt and sawdust from falling into the
carburetor chamber when the cover is re-
moved.
S Reinstall the spark plug boot.
S Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3 screws.
Tighten securely.
S Remove the parts as illustrated below.
S Wash the filter in soap and water. Rinse in
clean cool water. Air dry completely before
reinstalling.
S Reinstall parts.
Air Filter
Spark Plug Boot
STORAGE
Air Filter
Screws
WARNING: Stop engine and allow to
cool, and secure the unit before storing or
transporting in a vehicle. Store unit and fuel in
an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks
or open flames from water heaters, electric mo-
tors or switches, furnaces, etc. Store unit with
all guards in place. Position so that any sharp
object cannot accidentally cause injury to
passersby. Store the unit out of reach of chil-
dren.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter
caps. Carburetor adjustment is a compli-
cated task. We recommend that you take
your unit to an authorized service dealer.
Damage will occur if you turn the needles be-
yond the limiter stops.
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S Before storing, drain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.
S Clean the unit before storing. Pay particular
attention to the air intake area, keeping it free
of debris. Use a mild detergent and sponge
to clean the plastic surfaces.
S Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil-
dren.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds after
starting.
S
S
Move ignition switch to ON.
See “Difficult Starting” in
Operation Section.
Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
Install new spark plug.
Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
S Ignition switch off.
S Engine flooded.
S
S
S
S Fuel tank empty.
S Spark plug not firing.
S Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
S Carburetor requires
adjustment
S Crankshaft seals worn.
S
S
Contact an authorized service dealer.
Contact an authorized service dealer.
S
S
Clean or replace air filter.
Clean or replace plug
and regap.
S Air filter dirty.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
S Spark plug fouled.
S
Contact an authorized service dealer.
S Carburetor requires
adjustment.
S Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
Engine
S Too much oil mixed with
gasoline.
smokes
excessively.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
relating to 2000/14/EC
EU Declaration of Conformity relating to 2000/14/EC
We, Poulan/Weed Eater, Division Electrolux North America, Inc., Texarkana, TX,
75501, USA, Tél. : +1 903 223 4100, declare under sole responsibility that the Husqvarna
models 136/141 chain saws were assessed in accordance with Annex V of the
DIRECTIVE and from serial numbers 2001--305(N or D)00001 and onwards, conforms to
the provisions of the DIRECTIVE. The net power is 1.6 kW or 1.9 kW. For the model 136,
the measured sound power is 107,7 dB and the guaranteed sound power is 118 dB. For
the model 141, the measured sound power is 108,2 dB and the guaranteed sound power
is 118 dB.
Texarkana 01--12--17
Michael S. Bounds, Director
Product Safety and Standards
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
relating to 89/392/EEC
EU declaration of conformity (Directive 89/392/EEC, Annex II, A) (Only applies to
Europe)
We, Poulan/Weed Eater, Division Electrolux North America, Inc., Texarkana, TX
75501, USA, Tel: +1 903 223 4100, declare under sole responsibility that the Husqvarna
models 136/141 chain saws from serial numbers 2001--305(N or D)00001 and
onwards, follows the provisions of the DIRECTIVES: 89/392/EEC (machinery) and
89/336/EEC (electromagnetic compatibility), including amendments and is in conformity
with the following standards: EN 292--2, EN 608 and CISPR 12.
The supplied chain saw conforms with the sample that underwent the EU type approval.
Notified body, 0404 the Swedish Machinery Testing Institute, Fyrisborgsgatan 3
S--754 50 Uppsala, Sweden, has carried out EU type approval. The certificate(s) are
numbered: 136 -- 404/98/574, 141 -- 404/98/575.
Texarkana 01--12--17
Michael S. Bounds, Director
Safety and Standards
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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
Noise levels
Engine
Cylinder volume, cm
Stroke, mm
Idle speed, rpm
Recommended max.
speed, unloaded, rpm 13,000 13,000
136
36
32
3,000 3,000
141
40
32
136
141
3
Equivalent (see note 1) noise
pressure level at operator’s ear,
measured according to relevant
international standards, dB(A) 98
Equivalent (see note 1) noise
power level, measured
98
Power, kW
1,6
1,9
according to relevant
international standards, dB(A) 107,7 108,2
Ignition system
Manufacturer
Type of ignition system CD
Spark plug
Electrode gap, mm
Phelon Phelon
CD
Champion
0,5 0,5
Vibration levels
(see note 2)
Front handle, m/s
Rear handle, m/s
2
4,9
7,7
4,8
6,5
2
Fuel and lubrication system
Chain/bar
Standard bar length,
in/cm
Recommended bar
lengths, in/cm
Usable cutting
length, in/cm
Chain speed at maximum
power, m/sec
Manufacturer
Walbro Walbro
WT 289 WT 289
0,41
Carburetor type
Fuel capacity, litre
Oil pump capacity at
8500 rpm, ml/min
Oil capacity, litre
Type of oil pump
13/33
13/33
15/38
15/38
0,41
6 -- 8
0,29
Automatic
6 -- 8
0,29
12,5/32 14,5/37
16,3
0,325
16,3
0,325
Weight
Without bar and chain, kg 4,6
Pitch, inches
4,6
Thickness of drive link, mm
No. of teeth on drive sprocket
1,3
7
BAR
Pitch
CHAIN
Max
Length
Inches
13
Inches Tip Radius
_
Note 1: Equivalent noise level is, according to
ISO 7182 and ISO 9207, calculated as the
time--weighted energy total for noise levels un-
der various working conditions with the follow-
ing time distribution, 1/2 idle, 1/3 full load, 1/3
full speed.
0,325
0,325
10T Husqvarna H30
10T Husqvarna H30
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Note 2: Equivalent vibration level is, according
to ISO 7505, calculated as the time--weighted
energy total for vibration levels under various
working conditions with the following time dis-
tribution: 1/3 idle, 1/3 full load, 1/3 full speed.
13/33/56
15/38/64
0,025/
0,65
0,050/
1,3
3/16
4,8
0,325
85
30
10
H30
YEAR OF CONSTRUCTION:
2002
MANUFACTURER’S ADDRESS: Husqvarna
SE--561 82 Huskvarna
Huskvarna, Sweden
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