Husqvarna Chainsaw 61 268 User Manual

Operator´s manual  
61 268  
Please read these instructions carefully and make sure  
you understand them before using the machine.  
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CONTENTS  
Before using a new saw  
Contents  
Read the instructions carefully.  
Check cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted.  
See page 25.  
Refuel and start the saw. Check the carburettor settings.  
See pages 26-29.  
Do not use the saw until sufficient chain oil has reached the  
chain, see page 14.  
Key to symbols ..........................................2  
Safety instructions  
Personal protective equipment.........................4  
Chain saw safety equipment ............................4  
IMPORTANT! If the carburettor mixture is too lean it greatly  
increases the risk of engine failure.  
Poor maintenance of the air filter will cause carbon build-up on  
the spark plug and lead to difficult starting.  
If the chain is badly adjusted it will cause increased wear or  
damage to the bar, drive sprocket and chain.  
Inspecting, maintaining and servicing  
chain saw safety equipment....................................... 8  
Cutting equipment ..........................................10  
How to avoid kickback....................................16  
General safety precautions ............................18  
General working instructions..........................19  
What is what?  
Under no circumstances should you modify  
the original design of the chain saw without  
What is what? .................................................................... 24  
approval from the manufacturer. Always use  
!
Assembly  
genuine spare parts. Unauthorized  
modifications or accessories may lead to  
serious injury or death.  
Mounting guide bar and chain ........................................... 25  
Fuel handling  
Fuelmix .............................................................................. 26  
Fuelling .............................................................................. 27  
Start and stop  
A chain saw is a dangerous tool if used  
carelessly or incorrectly and can cause  
Start and stop .................................................................... 28  
!
serious, even fatal injuries. It is very important  
Maintenance  
that you read and understand these  
instructions.  
Carburettor ........................................................................ 29  
Starter device .................................................................... 30  
Air filter .............................................................................. 31  
Spark plug ......................................................................... 31  
Muffler................................................................................ 31  
Adjusting the oil pump ....................................................... 31  
Needle bearing maintenance ............................................ 32  
Cooling system .................................................................. 32  
Winter use ......................................................................... 32  
Daily maintenance ............................................................. 33  
Weekly maintenance ......................................................... 33  
Monthly maintenance ........................................................ 33  
WARNING! The insides of mufflers fitted with  
catalytic converters contain chemicals that  
may be carcinogenic. Avoid contact with  
these elements in the event of a defective  
muffler.  
!
!
Long term inhalation of the engine's exhaust  
fumes, chain oil mist and dust from sawdust  
can represent a health risk.  
Technical data  
61 ...................................................................................... 34  
268 .................................................................................... 34  
Husqvarna AB has a policy of continuous product development  
and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and  
appearance of products without prior notice.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT  
CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENT  
This section explains the various safety features of the saw,  
how they work, and basic inspection and maintenance you  
should carry out to ensure safe operation. (See the ”What is  
what?” section to find out where these components are on Your  
saw).  
Most chain saw accidents happen when the  
chain touches the operator. You must use  
approved personal protective equipment  
whenever you use the machine. Personal  
protective equipment cannot eliminate the  
risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of  
injury if an accident does happen. Ask your  
dealer for help in choosing the right  
equipment.  
NEVER USE A CHAIN SAW THAT HAS  
FAULTY SAFETY EQUIPMENT! Carry out the  
inspection, maintenance and service routines  
listed in this section.  
Long or continuous exposure to high noise  
levels may cause permanent hearing  
impairment. Always wear approved hearing  
protection when operating a chain saw.  
1
2
Chain brake and front  
hand guard  
PROTECTIVE HELMET  
HEARING PROTECTION  
PROTECTIVE GLASSES  
OR VISOR  
Throttle lock  
GLOVES WITH  
SAW PROTECTION  
3
Chain catcher  
4
5
6
7
8
Right hand guard  
Vibration damping system  
Stop switch  
PROTECTIVE TROUSERS  
WITH SAW PROTECTION  
BOOTS WITH SAW  
PROTECTION, STEEL  
TOE-CAP AND NON-SLIP  
SOLE  
Generally clothes should be  
close-fitting without restricting  
your freedom of movement.  
Muffler  
ALWAYS HAVE A FIRST  
AID KIT NEARBY  
Cutting equipment (see  
”Cutting equipment”  
section).  
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The front hand guard is  
not designed solely to  
1 Chain brake and front hand guard  
YOUR chain saw is equipped with a chain brake that is desig-  
ned to stop the chain immediately if you get a kickback.  
The chain brake reduces the risk of accidents, but only You can  
prevent them.  
activate the chain brake.  
Another important safety  
feature is that it prevents  
the chain from hitting your  
left hand if you lose your  
grip on the front handle.  
Take care when using your  
saw and make sure the  
kickback zone of the bar  
never touches any object.  
3a Starting  
1
The chain brake (A) can  
either be activated  
manually (by your left  
hand) or automatically by  
the inertia release  
The chain brake must be  
engaged when the chain  
saw is started.  
B
mechanism (a free-  
swinging pendulum). On  
most of our models the  
front hand guard acts as a  
counterweight in case of  
kickback.  
A
B
b
You can also use the  
chain brake as a  
temporary brake when you  
change position or if you  
put the saw down for a  
short time. You should  
also apply the chain brake  
manually if there is a risk  
of the chain accidentally  
hitting anyone or anything  
close by.  
The brake is applied  
when the front hand  
guard (B) is pushed  
forwards.  
B
4
To release the chain brake  
pull the front hand guard  
backwards, towards the  
front handle.  
This movement activates  
a spring-loaded  
mechanism that tightens  
the Brake Band (C)  
around the engine drive  
system (D) (Clutch Drum).  
C
D
5
As mentioned in section A,  
kickback can be very  
sudden and violent.  
Most kickbacks are  
minor and do not always  
activate the chain brake.  
If this happens you  
should hold the chain  
saw firmly and not let  
go.  
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The way the chain brake is triggered, either manually or  
2 Throttle lock  
automatically, depends on the force of the kickback and the  
position of the chain saw in relation to the object that the  
kickback zone of the bar strikes.  
The throttle lock is designed  
to prevent accidental opera-  
tion of the throttle control.  
When you press the lock (A)  
(i.e. when you grasp the  
handle) it releases the throttle  
trigger (B).  
A
If you get a violent  
kickback while the  
kickback zone of the bar  
is farthest away from you  
the chain brake will be  
activated by the  
movement of the  
counterweight (INERTIA  
ACTIVATED).  
When you release the handle  
the throttle trigger and the  
throttle lock both move back  
to their original positions. This  
movement is controlled by two  
independent return springs.  
This arrangement means that  
the throttle control is  
B
automatically locked at the  
idle setting when you release  
the handle.  
3 Chain catcher  
The chain catcher is designed  
to catch the chain if it snaps or  
jumps off. This should not  
happen if the chain is properly  
tensioned (see section on  
Assembly) and if the bar and  
chain are properly serviced  
and maintained.  
If the kickback is less  
violent or the kickback  
zone of the bar is closer  
to you the chain brake will  
be activated manually by  
the movement of your left  
hand.  
(See section on General  
working instructions).  
4 Right hand guard  
Apart from protecting your  
hand if the chain jumps or  
snaps, the right hand guard  
stops branches and twigs  
from interfering with your grip  
on the rear handle.  
7
During felling your left  
hand grasps the front  
handle in such a way that  
it cannot activate the front  
hand guard. In this  
position the chain brake  
can only be activated by  
the inertia action of the  
counterweight.  
The inertia activated  
chain brake increases  
your safety but there are  
certain factors to  
remember (see point 6  
above).  
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5 Vibration damping system  
6 Stop switch  
Use the stop switch to switch  
off the engine.  
Your chain saw is equipped  
with a vibration damping  
system that is designed to  
minimise vibrations and make  
operation easier.  
When you use a chain saw  
vibrations are generated by  
the uneven contact between  
the chain and the wood you  
are cutting.  
Cutting hardwoods (most  
broadleaf trees) creates more  
vibration than cutting  
softwoods (most conifers).  
Cutting with a chain that is  
blunt or faulty (wrong type or  
badly sharpened, see section  
D) will increase the vibration  
level.  
7 Muffler  
The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and  
to direct exhaust fumes away from the user.  
The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot  
and may contain sparks which can start a fire.  
Never start the saw indoors or near  
combustible material!  
The vibration damping system  
reduces the vibrations  
transmitted from the engine  
and chain to the handles of  
the chain saw. The body of  
the saw, including the cutting  
equipment, is insulated from  
the handles by vibration  
damping units.  
In areas with a hot, dry  
climate there is a high risk of  
forest fires. These areas are  
sometimes controlled by  
legislation and requirements  
that among other things the  
muffler must be equipped with  
an approved type of spark  
arrestor mesh.  
Overexposure to vibration can lead to  
circulatory damage or nerve damage in people  
who have impaired circulation.  
Contact your doctor if you experience  
symptoms of overexposure to vibration.  
These symptoms include numbness, loss of  
feeling, tingling, pricking, pain, loss of  
strength, changes in skin colour or condition.  
These symptoms normally appear in the  
fingers, hands or wrists.  
For mufflers it is very  
important that you follow the  
instructions on checking,  
maintaining and servicing your  
saw (see the section on  
Inspecting, maintaining and  
servicing chain saw safety  
equipment).  
The muffler gets very hot in use and remains  
so for a short time afterwards. DO NOT  
TOUCH THE MUFFLER IF IT IS HOT!  
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Checking the inertia brake release  
Inspecting, maintaining and servicing  
chain saw safety equipment  
SPECIAL TRAINING IS REQUIRED to service  
and repair chain saws. This is especially true  
of chain saw safety equipment. If your chain  
saw fails any of the checks described below  
take it to your SERVICE AGENT.  
When you buy any of our products we  
guarantee the availability of professional  
repairs and service. If the retailer who sells  
your saw is not a SERVICING DEALER, ask  
him for the address of your nearest SERVICE  
AGENT.  
Hold the chain saw over a  
stump or other firm object.  
Let go of the front handle  
so that the bar falls onto  
the stump.  
1 Chain brake and front hand guard  
When the bar hits the  
stump the brake should  
be applied.  
1
Checking brake band wear  
Brush off any sawdust,  
resin and dirt from the  
chain brake and clutch  
drum. Dirt and wear can  
impair operation of the  
brake.  
4
Checking the brake trigger  
Place the chain saw on  
firm ground and start it.  
Make sure the chain does  
not touch the ground or  
any other object. See the  
instructions under the  
heading Start and stop.  
Regularly check that the  
brake band is at least 0.6  
mm thick at its thinnest  
point.  
2
Checking the front hand guard  
Grasp the saw firmly,  
wrapping your fingers and  
thumbs around the  
handles.  
A Make sure the  
FRONT HAND GUARD  
is not damaged and  
that there are no visible  
defects such as cracks.  
Apply full throttle and  
activate the chain brake  
by tilting your wrist  
forward onto the front  
hand guard. Do not let go  
of the front handle.  
The chain should stop  
immediately.  
B Move the front hand  
guard forwards and  
back to make sure it  
runs freely and that it is  
securely anchored to  
the clutch cover.  
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2 Throttle lock  
4 Right hand guard  
1
Make sure the throttle  
control is locked at the  
idle setting when you  
release the throttle lock.  
Check that the right hand  
guard is not damaged and  
that there are no visible  
defects, such as cracks.  
2
Press the throttle lock and  
make sure it returns to its  
original position when you  
release it.  
5 Vibration damping system  
Regularly check the  
vibration damping units  
for cracks or deformation  
3
Check that the throttle  
control and throttle lock  
move freely and that the  
return springs work  
properly.  
Make sure the vibration  
damping units are  
securely attached to the  
engine unit and handles.  
4
Start the saw and apply  
full throttle. Release the  
throttle control and check  
that the chain stops and  
remains stationary. If the  
chain rotates when the  
throttle is on idle setting  
you should check the  
carburettor idle  
6 Stop switch  
adjustment. See the  
section on Maintenance.  
Start the engine and  
make sure the engine  
stops when you move the  
stop switch to the stop  
setting.  
3 Chain catcher  
Check that the CHAIN  
CATCHER is not  
damaged and is firmly  
attached to the body of  
the saw.  
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7 Muffler  
CUTTING EQUIPMENT  
Never use a chain saw  
This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting  
equipment in order to:  
that has a faulty muffler.  
Reduce the risk of kickback.  
Reduce the risk of the chain breaking or jumping.  
Obtain maximum cutting performance.  
Extend the life of cutting equipment.  
The 5 basic rules  
1
Only use cutting  
equipment  
recommended by us!  
See the Technical data”  
section.  
Regularly check that the  
muffler is securely  
attached to the chain saw.  
2
Keep the chain cutting  
teeth properly  
If the muffler on your saw  
is fitted with a spark  
arrestor mesh this must  
be cleaned regularly. A  
blocked mesh will cause  
the engine to overheat  
and may lead to serious  
damage.  
sharpened! Follow our  
instructions and use the  
recommended file  
gauge. A damaged or  
badly sharpened chain  
increases the risk of  
accidents.  
Never use a muffler if  
the spark arrestor mesh  
is missing or defective.  
3
Maintain the correct  
raker clearance! Follow  
our instructions and  
use the recommended  
raker gauge. Too large a  
clearance increases the  
risk of kickback.  
NEVER USE A CHAIN SAW WITH FAULTY  
SAFETY EQUIPMENT. CARRY OUT THE  
CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE MEASURES  
DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION. IF YOUR  
CHAIN SAW FAILS ANY OF THESE CHECKS  
CONTACT YOUR SERVICE AGENT TO GET IT  
REPAIRED.  
4
Keep the chain properly  
tesioned! If the chain is  
slack it is more likely to  
jump off and lead to  
increased wear on the  
bar, chain and drive  
sprocket.  
5
Keep cutting equipment  
well lubricated and  
properly maintained!  
A poorly lubricated chain  
is more likely to break and  
lead to increased wear on  
the bar, chain and drive  
sprocket.  
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C
Some terms that describe the bar and chain  
1 Cutting equipment designed to minimise  
kickback  
When the cutting equipment supplied with your saw becomes  
worn or damaged you will need to replace it. Use only the type  
of bar and chain recommended by us. See the Technical data”  
section to find out which equipment is recommended for your  
saw.  
Faulty cutting equipment or the wrong  
combination of bar and chain increases the  
risk of kickback. Use only the bar and chain  
combinations recommended in the Technical  
datasection.  
Bar  
The only way to avoid kickback is to make sure that the kick-  
back zone of the bar never touches anything.  
LENGTH (inches/cm)  
By using cutting equipment with built-inkickback protection  
and keeping the chain sharp and well-maintained you can  
reduce the effects of kickback.  
NUMBER OF TEETH ON  
BAR TIP SPROCKET (T).  
Small number = small tip  
radius = low-kickback  
A Bar  
The smaller the tip radius the  
smaller the kickback zone and  
the lower the chance of  
kickback.  
CHAIN PITCH (inches)  
The spacing between the  
drive links of the chain must  
match the spacing of the  
teeth on the bar tip sprocket  
and drive sprocket.  
NUMBER OF DRIVE LINKS  
The number of drive links is  
determined by the length of  
the bar, the chain pitch and  
the number of teeth on the  
bar tip sprocket.  
B Saw chain  
A saw chain is made up of a number of links, which are  
available in standard and low-kickback versions.  
None  
Standard Low-kickback  
BAR GROOVE WIDTH  
(inches/mm)  
The groove in the bar must  
match the width of the chain  
drive links.  
CUTTING LINK  
DRIVE LINK  
SAW CHAIN OIL HOLE  
AND HOLE FOR CHAIN  
TENSIONER  
The bar must be matched to  
the chain saw design.  
SIDE LINK  
Saw chain  
Combining these links in different ways gives different degrees  
of kickback reduction. In terms of kickback reduction alone, four  
different types of link are available.  
SAW CHAIN PITCH  
(=PITCH) (inches)  
Kickback reduction  
LOW  
Cutting link  
Drive link  
Side link  
DRIVE LINK WIDTH (mm/  
inches)  
STANDARD  
HIGH  
NUMBER OF DRIVE LINKS  
EXTRA HIGH  
LEVEL OF KICKBACK  
REDUCTION  
The level of kickback  
reduction offered by a chain  
is indicated by its model  
number.  
See the Technical data”  
section to find the model  
numbers of chains that are  
recommended for use with  
your saw.  
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It is very difficult to sharpen a  
chain correctly without the  
right equipment. We  
2 Sharpening your chain and adjusting  
raker clearance  
recommend you use a file  
gauge. This will help you  
obtain the maximum kickback  
reduction and cutting  
The risk of kickback is increased with a badly  
sharpened chain!  
performance from your chain.  
A General information on sharpening cutting teeth  
Never use a blunt chain. When the chain is blunt you have to  
exert more pressure to force the bar through the wood and  
the cuttings will be very small. If the chain is very blunt it will  
not produce any cuttings at all, just wood powder.  
The following faults will increase the risk of  
kickback considerably.  
A sharp chain eats its way  
through the wood and  
produces long, thick  
cuttings.  
FILE ANGLE TOO  
LARGE  
CUTTING ANGLE  
TOO SMALL  
A
The cutting part of the chain  
is called the CUTTING LINK  
and this consists of a  
FILE DIAMETER  
TOO SMALL  
B
CUTTING TOOTH (A) and  
the RAKER LIP (B). The  
cutting depth is determined  
by the difference in height  
between the two.  
B
Sharpening cutting  
teeth  
When you sharpen a cutting tooth there are five important  
factors to remember.  
To sharpen cutting teeth you  
will need a ROUND FILE and  
a FILE GAUGE. See the  
Technical datasection for  
information on the size of file  
and gauge that are  
FILING ANGLE  
recommended for your saw  
chain.  
CUTTING ANGLE  
1
2
Check that the chain is  
correctly tensioned. A  
slack chain is difficult to  
sharpen correctly.  
FILE POSITION  
Always file cutting teeth  
from the inside face,  
reducing the pressure on  
the return stroke.  
min 4 mm  
(0,16")  
ROUND FILE DIAMETER  
File all the teeth on one  
side first, then turn the  
saw over and file the  
teeth on the other side.  
FILE DEPTH  
3
File all the teeth to the  
same length. When the  
length of the cutting teeth  
is reduced to 4 mm  
(0,16") the chain is worn  
out and should be  
1
5
See the Technical datasection for information about  
sharpening your saw chain.  
replaced.  
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C General advice on setting raker clearance  
D Setting the raker clearance  
When you sharpen the  
cutting teeth you reduce the  
RAKER CLEARANCE  
(cutting depth). To maintain  
cutting performance you  
must file back the raker  
teeth to the recommended  
height.  
Before setting the raker clearance the cutting teeth should be  
newly sharpened.  
We recommend that you adjust the raker clearance every  
third time you sharpen the chain. NOTE! This  
recommendation assumes that the length of the cutting teeth  
is not reduced excessively.  
See the Technical data”  
section to find the raker  
clearance for your saw  
chain.  
To adjust the raker  
clearance you will need a  
FLAT FILE and a RAKER  
GAUGE.  
On a low-kickback cutting  
link the front edge of the  
raker lip is rounded. It is  
very important that you  
maintain this radius or bevel  
when you adjust the raker  
clearance.  
Place the gauge over the  
raker lip.  
Place the file over the part  
of the lip that protrudes  
through the gauge and file  
off the excess. The  
clearance is correct when  
you no longer feel any  
resistance as you draw the  
file over the gauge.  
We recommend the use of a  
raker gauge to achieve the  
correct clearance and bevel  
on the raker lip.  
The risk of kickback is increased if the raker  
clearance is too large!  
3 Tensioning the chain  
A slack chain may jump off and cause serious  
or even fatal injury.  
The more you use a chain the longer it becomes. It is  
therefore important to adjust the chain regularly to take up the  
slack.  
Check the chain tension every time you refuel.  
NOTE! A new saw chain has a running-in period during which  
you should check the tension more frequently.  
Tension the chain as tightly  
as possible, but not so tight  
that you cannot pull it round  
freely by hand.  
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4 Lubricating cutting equipment  
Poor lubrication of cutting equipment may  
cause the chain to snap and lead to serious,  
even fatal injuries.  
1
2
Undo the bar nuts that  
hold the clutch cover and  
chain brake, using the  
combination spanner.  
Then tighten the nuts by  
hand as tight as you can.  
Prolonged inhalation of exhaust gases from  
the engine, chain lubrication oil mist and/or  
saw dust can be unhealthy.  
Raise the tip of the bar  
and stretch the chain by  
tightening the chain  
tensioning screw using  
the combination spanner.  
Tighten the chain until it  
not hang slack on the  
underside of the bar.  
A
Chain oil  
Chainsaw chain oil must demonstrate good adhesion to the  
chain and also maintain its flow caracteristics regardless of  
whether it is warm summer or cold winter weather.  
As a chainsaw manufacturer we have developed an optimal  
chain oil which, with its vegetable oil base, is also  
biodegradable. We recommend the use of our own oil for  
both maximum chain life and to minimise environmental  
damage.  
3
Use the combination  
spanner to tighten the bar  
nuts while lifting the tip of  
the bar at the same time.  
Check that you can pull  
the chain round freely by  
hand and that it is not  
slack on the bottom of the  
bar.  
If our own chain oil is not available, standard chain oil is  
recommended.  
In areas where oil specifically for lubrication of saw chains is  
unavailable, ordinary EP 90 transmission oil may be used.  
Never use waste oil!  
This is dangerous for yourself, the saw and the environment.  
The position of the chain tensioning screw varies from  
model to model. See theWhat is whatsection to find out  
where it is on your saw.  
B
Filling with chain oil  
All our chain saws have an  
automatic chain lubrication  
system. On some models  
the oil flow is also  
adjustable.  
The sizes of the chain oil  
tank and fuel tank have  
been chosen so that the  
saw will run out of fuel  
before running out of oil.  
This means that you should  
never run with a dry chain.  
However, this safety feature  
requires that you use the  
right sort of chain oil (if the  
oil is too thin it will run out  
before the fuel), and that  
you adjust the carburettor  
as recommended (a weak  
mixture may mean that the  
fuel lasts longer than the  
oil). You should also use the  
recommended cutting  
equipment (a bar that is too  
long will use more chain oil).  
The above conditions also  
apply to models with an  
adjustable oil pump.  
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C Checking chain lubrication  
E
Lubricating the clutch drum bearing  
Check the chain lubrication  
each time you refuel.  
Aim the tip of the saw at a  
light coloured surface about  
20 cm away. After 1 minute  
running at 3/4 throttle you  
should see a distinct line of  
oil on the light surface.  
Between the engine drive  
shaft and the clutch drum is  
a needle bearing that must  
be lubricated daily. Use the  
specially designed grease  
gun and a good quality  
bearing grease.  
F
Checking wear on cutting equipment  
Saw chain  
If the chain lubrication is not working:  
1
Check that the oil channel  
in the bar is not  
obstructed. Clean if  
necessary.  
Check the saw chain daily for:  
Visible cracks in rivets and  
links.  
Whether the chain is stiff.  
Whether rivets and links are  
badly worn.  
We recommend you  
2
3
Check that the groove in  
the edge of the bar is  
clean. Clean if necessary.  
min 4 mm  
(0,16")  
compare the existing chain  
with a new chain to decide  
how badly it is worn.  
Check that the bar tip  
sprocket turns freely and  
that the lubricating hole in  
the tip is not blocked.  
Clean and lubricate if  
necessary.  
When the length of the  
cutting teeth has worn down  
to only 4 mm the chain must  
be replaced.  
G Chain drive sprocket  
If the chain lubrication  
system is still not working  
after carrying out the  
above measures you  
should contact your  
service agent.  
The clutch drum is fitted with one of the following drive  
sprockets:  
A
SPUR (integral drive  
sprocket)  
D Lubricating the bar tip sprocket  
B
RING (replaceable)  
A
B
Lubricate the bar tip  
sprocket each time you  
refuel. Use the special  
grease gun and a good  
quality bearing grease.  
Regularly check the  
degree of wear on the  
drive sprocket. Replace if  
wear is excessive.  
Replace the drive  
sprocket whenever you  
replace the chain.  
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H Bar  
HOW TOAVOID KICKBACK  
Kickback can happen very suddenly and  
violently; kicking the saw, bar and chain back  
at the user. If this happens when the chain is  
moving it can cause very serious, even fatal  
injuries. It is vital you understand what causes  
kickback and that you can avoid it by taking  
care and using the right working technique.  
Check regularly:  
Whether there are burrs on  
the edges of the bar.  
Remove these with a file if  
necessary.  
What is kickback?  
The word kickback is used to  
describe the sudden reaction  
that happens when the upper  
quadrant of the tip of the bar  
(known as the kickback zone)  
touches an object and the  
saw is kicked backwards.  
Whether the groove in the  
bar has become badly worn.  
Replace the bar if  
necessary.  
Whether the tip of the bar is  
uneven or badly worn. If a  
hollow forms on one side of  
the bar tip this is due to a  
slack chain.  
Kickback always occurs in  
the cutting plane of the saw.  
Normally the saw and bar are  
thrown backwards and  
upwards towards the user.  
However the saw may move  
in a different direction  
depending on the way it was  
being used when the kickback  
zone of the bar touched the  
object.  
To prolong the life of the bar  
you should turn it over daily.  
MOST CHAIN SAW ACCIDENTS HAPPEN  
WHEN THE CHAIN TOUCHES THE OPERA-  
TOR.  
Kickback only occurs if the  
kickback zone of the bar  
touches an object.  
WEAR PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT  
(see the section on Chain saw safety  
equipment).  
DO NOT TACKLE ANY JOB YOU ARE UNSURE OF  
(see the section on Personal protective  
equipment, How to avoid kickback, General  
working instructionsand Cutting equipment).  
AVOID SITUATIONS WHERE THERE IS A RISK OF  
KICKBACK (see the section on Personal  
protective equipment).  
USE THE RECOMMENDED PROTECTIVE  
EQUIPMENT AND CHECK ITS CONDITION (see  
section on General working instructions).  
CHECK THAT ALL SAFETY FUNCTIONS ARE  
WORKING (see section on General working  
instructionsand General safety precautions).  
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Take great care when you  
cut with the top edge of  
the bar, i.e. when cutting  
from the underside of the  
object. This is known as  
cutting on the push  
General rules  
1
If you understand what kickback is and how it happens then  
you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. By  
being prepared you reduce the risk. Kickback is usually  
quite mild, but it can sometimes be very sudden and  
violent.  
stroke. The chain tries to  
push the saw back  
towards the user.  
2
Always hold the saw  
firmly with your right hand  
on the rear handle and  
your left hand on the front  
handle.  
Unless the user resists  
this pushing force there is  
a risk that the saw will  
move so far backwards  
that only the kickback  
zone of the bar is in  
Wrap your fingers and  
thumb around the hand-  
les. You should use this  
grip whether you are  
right-handed or left-  
handed. This grip  
minimises the effect of  
kickback and lets you  
keep the saw under  
control.  
contact with the tree. This  
will cause kickback.  
Cutting with the bottom  
edge of the bar, i.e. from  
the top of the object  
downwards, is known as  
cutting on the pull stroke.  
Do not let go of the  
handles!  
In this case the saw pulls  
itself towards the tree and  
the front edge of the saw  
provides a natural rest  
when cutting. Cutting on  
the pull stroke gives you  
better control over the  
saw and the position of  
the kickback zone.  
3
Most kickback accidents  
happen during limbing.  
Make sure you are  
standing firmly and that  
there is nothing in the way  
that might make you trip  
or lose your balance.  
Lack of concentration can  
lead to kickback if the  
kickback zone of the bar  
accidentally touches a  
branch, nearby tree or  
some other object.  
8
Follow the instructions on sharpening and maintaining your  
bar and chain. When you replace the bar and chain use  
only combinations that are recommended by us. See the  
sections on Cutting equipmentand Technical data.  
The risk of kickback is increased if you use  
the wrong cutting equipment or a chain that is  
not sharpened correctly. The wrong  
combination of bar and chain can increase the  
risk of kickback!  
4
Never use the saw above  
shoulder height and try  
not to cut with the tip of  
the bar.  
Never use the saw one-  
handed!  
5
6
You must have a steady  
stance in order to have  
full control over the chain  
saw. Never work standing  
on a ladder, in a tree or  
where you do not have  
firm ground to stand on.  
Always use a fast cutting  
speed, i.e. full throttle.  
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6
STARTING  
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
1
Chain saws are designed solely for cutting wood. The only  
cutting equipment that can be used with this chain saw are  
the combinations of bars and chains recommended in the  
Technical datasection.  
Long term inhalation of the engine's exhaust  
fumes, chain oil mist and dust from sawdust  
can represent a health risk.  
2
Never use a chain saw if  
you are tired, if you have  
drunk alcohol, or if you  
are taking medication that  
affects your vision, your  
judgement or your co-  
ordination.  
Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all covers are  
fitted correctly.  
The chain brake must be  
engaged when the chain saw  
is started. See the instructions  
under the heading Start.  
Never air drop start the chain  
saw. This method is extremely  
dangerous, as it is easy to  
lose control of the chain saw.  
See the instructions under the  
heading Start.  
WARNING!  
Running an engine in a confined or badly  
ventilated area can result in death due to  
asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning.  
Never start a chain saw  
unless the bar, chain and  
clutch cover are fitted  
correctly. (See section on  
Assembly).  
3
4
Always wear suitable protective clothing. See the section  
on Personal protective equipment.  
Never use a chain saw that has been modified in any way  
from its original specification.  
Never start a chain saw  
indoors. Exhaust fumes can  
be dangerous.  
5a Never use a chain saw  
that is faulty. Carry out  
the regular checks,  
maintenance and service  
routines described in this  
manual. Some  
maintenance and service  
measures must be carried  
out by trained specialists.  
See the section on  
Before starting the saw  
make sure there are no  
people or animals nearby  
who might be put at risk.  
Maintenance.  
Place the saw on the  
ground and hold the rear  
handle down with your right  
foot. Grasp the front handle  
firmly using your left hand.  
Make sure the chain saw is  
steady and the chain is not  
touching the ground. Then  
grasp the starter handle  
with your right hand and pull  
the starter cord. Never  
b
1
Before use  
Check that the chain  
brake works correctly and  
is not damaged. See the  
instructions under the  
heading Checking the  
chain brake.  
5
3
6
2
3
4
Check that the rear right  
hand guard is not  
damaged.  
4
7
twist the starter cord  
around your hand.  
Check that the throttle  
lock works correctly and  
is not damaged.  
8
1
9
2
Check that the start and  
stop switch works  
correctly and is not  
damaged.  
5
6
Check that all handles are free of oil.  
Check that the anti vibration system works and is not  
damaged.  
7
FUEL SAFETY  
(Refuelling, fuel mixture, storage.)  
7
8
9
Check that the muffler is securely attached and not  
damaged.  
Fuel and fuel vapour are highly inflammable.  
Take care when handling fuel and chain oil.  
Keep away from naked flames and do not  
breathe in fuel vapour.  
Check that all parts of the chain saw are tightened correctly  
and that they are not damaged or missing.  
Check that the chain catcher is in place and not damaged.  
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Never try to refuel the saw  
while it is running.  
1 Basic safety rules  
1
Look around you:  
Make sure there is plenty of  
ventilation when refuelling  
or mixing fuel (2-stroke  
mixture).  
to make sure there are no  
people, animals or other  
objects nearby that might  
affect your work.  
Move the saw at least 3 m  
from the refuelling point  
before starting it.  
to make sure that none of  
the above might come within  
reach of your saw or be  
injured by falling trees.  
Never start the chainsaw:  
a) If you have spilt fuel or  
chain oil on the saw.  
Wipe off the spill and  
allow remaining fuel to  
evaporate.  
b) If you spill fuel or chain  
oil on yourself or your  
clothes. Change your  
clothes.  
Min. 3 m  
(10 ft)  
Follow the instructions above, but do not use a chain saw in a  
situation where you cannot call for help in case of an accident.  
2
Do not use the saw in bad weather, such as dense fog,  
heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in cold  
weather is tiring and often brings added risks, such as icy  
ground, unpredictable felling direction, etc.  
c) If there is a fuel leak.  
Check regularly for  
leaks from the  
3
Take great care when removing small branches and avoid  
cutting bushes (i.e. cutting many small branches at the  
same time). Small branches can be grabbed by the chain  
and thrown back at you, causing serious injury.  
FUEL CAP and FUEL  
LINES.  
Always store the chain saw  
and fuel away from any  
sources of sparks or naked  
flames, e.g. machines,  
electric motors, relays,  
switches, boilers, etc.  
Always store fuel in an approved container designed for  
that purpose.  
For longer periods of storage or for transport of the saw, the  
fuel and chain oil tanks should be emptied. Ask where you  
can dispose of waste fuel and chain oil at your local petrol  
station.  
4
Check the area around  
you for possible obstacles  
such as roots, rocks,  
branches, ditches, etc., in  
case you have to move  
suddenly. Take great care  
when working on sloping  
ground.  
8
Never use any accessories other than those recommended  
in this manual. See the sections on Cutting equipment”  
The risk of accident is increased if you use  
the wrong cutting equipment or a chain that is  
not sharpened correctly. Using the wrong  
combination of bar and chain can increase  
the risk of accidents!  
GENERAL WORKING INSTRUCTIONS  
5
Take the utmost care  
when cutting through  
branches or logs that are  
in tension. A log or branch  
that is in tension can  
suddenly spring back into  
its natural position before  
or after you cut it. If you  
stand on the wrong side  
or start cutting in the  
wrong place it may strike  
you or your chain saw.  
This could make you lose  
control and cause a  
This section describes basic safety rules for  
using a chain saw. This information 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 your chain saw dealer, service agent  
or an experienced chain saw user. Do not  
attempt any task that you feel unsure of!  
Important  
1 Before using a chain saw you must understand the effects of  
kickback and what causes it. (See the section on How to  
avoid kickback.)  
serious accident.  
2 Before using a saw you must understand the difference  
between sawing with the top and bottom edges of the bar.  
(See the section on How to avoid kickback.)  
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Make sure the chain will  
not strike the ground or  
any other object during or  
after cutting.  
6
Before moving your chain  
saw switch off the engine  
and lock the chain using  
the chain brake. Carry the  
saw with the bar and  
4
5
Is there a risk of kick-  
back?  
chain pointing backwards.  
Fit a guard to the bar  
before carrying the saw  
any distance.  
Do the conditions and  
surrounding terrain affect  
your safety when  
working?  
Two factors decide whether the chain will jam or the log will  
split. The first is how the log is supported and the second is  
whether it is in tension.  
In most cases you can avoid these problems by cutting in two  
stages; from the top and from the bottom of the log. You need  
to support the log so that it will not trap the chain or split during  
cutting.  
7
Never put a chain saw  
down while the engine is  
running unless you have  
it in clear view and the  
chain brake is on. Switch  
the engine off before  
If the chain jams in the cut:  
STOP THE ENGINE! Dont try to pull the saw  
free. If you do you may damage the chain  
when the saw suddenly breaks free. Use a  
lever to open up the cut and free the bar.  
leaving your chain saw for  
any length of time.  
The following instructions describe how to handle most types of  
situation that you will be faced with when using a chain saw.  
2 Basic cutting technique  
Never use a chain saw by holding it with one  
Cutting  
hand. A chain saw is not safely controlled  
with one hand; you can cut yourself. Always  
have a secure, firm grip around the handles  
with both hands.  
1
The log is lying on the  
ground. There is little risk  
of the chain jamming or  
the log splitting. However  
there is a risk that the  
chain will touch the  
ground when you finish  
the cut.  
General  
Always use full throttle when cutting!  
Reduce the speed to idle after every cut (running the  
engine for too long at full throttle without any load can lead to  
serious engine damage).  
Cutting from above = Cutting on the pull stroke.  
Cutting from below = Cutting on the push stroke.  
Cut all the way through  
the log from above. Try  
not to touch the ground as  
you finish the cut.  
Maintain full throttle but  
be prepared in case the  
chain snatches.  
See the section on How to avoid kickbackto find out why  
cutting on the push stroke increases the risk of kickback.  
Terms:  
Cutting  
=
=
General term for cutting through wood.  
Cutting limbs off a felled tree.  
Limbing  
Splitting = When the object you are cutting breaks off  
before the cut is complete.  
A If it is possible to turn  
the log you should stop  
cutting about 2/3 of the  
way through.  
There are five important  
factors you should  
consider before making a  
cut:  
1
2
Make sure the bar will not  
jam in the cut.  
B Turn the log and finish  
the cut from the  
Make sure the log will not  
split.  
opposite side.  
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2 The log is supported at one  
end. There is a high risk  
that it will split.  
3 Tree felling technique  
It takes a lot of experience to fell a tree.  
Inexperienced users of chain saws should not  
fell trees. NEVER ATTEMPT A TASK YOU ARE  
UNSURE OF.  
A
Safe distance  
A Start by cutting from  
below (about 1/3 of the  
way through).  
The safe distance between a tree that is to be felled and  
anyone else working nearby is at least 21/2 tree lengths.  
Make sure that no-one else is in this risk zonebefore or during  
felling.  
B Finish by cutting from  
above so that the two  
cuts meet.  
3 The log is supported at both  
ends. There is a high risk  
that the chain will jam.  
B
Felling direction  
The aim is to fell the tree in the best possible position for  
subsequent limbing and cross-cutting. You want it to fall on  
ground where you can move about safely.  
The main point to avoid is  
letting the tree fall onto  
another tree. It can be both  
difficult and dangerous to  
remove a tree in such a  
position (see point 4 in this  
section).  
A Start by cutting from  
above (about 1/3 of the  
way through).  
Once you have decided which  
way you want the tree to fall  
you must judge which way the  
tree would fall naturally.  
B Finish by cutting from  
below so that the two  
cuts meet.  
Several factors affect this:  
Lean of the tree  
Bend  
Limbing  
Wind direction  
When limbing thick branches  
you should use the same  
approach as for cutting.  
Cut difficult branches piece by  
piece.  
2
1
Arrangement of branches  
Weight of snow  
3
You may find you are forced to let the tree fall in its natural  
direction because it is impossible or dangerous to try to make it  
fall in the direction you first intended.  
Another very important factor, which does not affect the felling  
direction but does affect your safety, is to make sure the tree  
has no damaged or dead branches that might break off and hit  
you during felling.  
During critical felling operations, hearing  
protectors should be lifted immediately when  
sawing is completed so that sounds and  
warning signals can be heard.  
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C Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreat  
FELLING CUT  
The felling cut is made from the opposite side of the tree and it  
must be perfectly horizontal. Stand on the left side of the tree  
and cut with the bottom edge of the bar.  
Remove any branches that  
are in the way. To do this it is  
best to work from the top  
down and keep the trunk  
between you and the chain  
saw. Never limb above  
shoulder height.  
Make the FELLING CUT  
about 3-5 cm (1.5-2 inches)  
above the flat section of the  
DIRECTIONAL CUT.  
Remove any undergrowth  
from the base of the tree and  
check the area for obstacles  
(stones, branches, holes, etc.)  
so that you have a clear path  
of retreat when the tree starts  
to fall. Your path of retreat  
should be roughly 135  
Set the spike bumper (if one is  
fitted) in behind the breaking  
strip. Use full throttle and  
bring the bar and chain slowly  
into the tree. Make sure the  
tree does not start to move in  
the opposite direction to your  
intended felling direction.  
degrees behind the intended  
felling direction.  
Drive a WEDGE or BREA-  
KING BAR into the cut as  
soon as it is deep enough.  
D Felling  
Felling is done using three cuts. First you make the  
DIRECTIONAL CUTS, which consist of the TOP CUT and the  
BOTTOM CUT; followed by the FELLING CUT. By placing  
these cuts correctly you can control the felling direction very  
accurately.  
Finish the FELLING CUT  
parallel with the  
DIRECTIONAL CUT LINE so  
that the distance between  
them is at least at least 1/10  
of the trunk diameter. The  
uncut section of the trunk is  
called the BREAKING STRIP.  
DIRECTIONAL CUT  
To make the DIRECTIONAL  
CUT you begin with the TOP  
CUT. Stand to the right of the  
tree and cut downwards at an  
angle.  
The BREAKING STRIP act as  
hinges that control the felling  
direction of the falling tree.  
Next make the BOTTOM CUT  
so that it finishes at the end of  
the TOP CUT.  
All control over the felling  
direction is lost if the BREA-  
KING STRIP is too narrow or  
if the directional cut and felling  
cut are badly placed.  
The directional cut should run  
1/4 of the diameter through  
the trunk and the angle  
between the TOP CUT and  
BOTTOM CUT should be 45°.  
When the felling cut and  
directional cut are complete  
the tree should start to fall  
under its own weight or with  
the aid of a FELLING WEDGE  
or BREAKING BAR.  
The line where the two cuts  
meet is called the  
DIRECTIONAL CUT LINE.  
This line should be perfectly  
horizontal and at right angles  
(90°) to the chosen felling  
direction.  
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We recommend that you use  
a bar that is longer than the  
diameter of the tree, so that  
you can make the FELLING  
CUT and DIRECTIONAL CUT  
with single cutting stokes.  
(See Technical datato find  
out which lengths of bar are  
recommended for your saw).  
4 Freeing a tree that has fallen badly = high  
accident risk  
A
Freeing a Trapped tree”  
The safest method is to use a winch.  
A
Tractor-mounted  
B
Portable  
There are methods for felling  
trees with a diameter larger  
than the bar length. However  
these methods involve a much  
greater risk that the kickback  
zone of the bar will come into  
contact with the tree.  
B
Cutting trees and branches that are in tension  
Preparations:  
a) Work out which way the tree or branch will move if released  
and where the natural BREAKING POINTis (i.e. the place  
it would break if it was bent even more).  
UNLESS YOU HAVE SPECIAL TRAINING WE  
ADVISE YOU NOT TO FELL TREES WITH A  
DIAMETER LARGER THAN THE BAR LENGTH  
OF YOUR SAW!  
E
Limbing  
MOST KICKBACK ACCIDENTS HAPPEN  
DURING LIMBING!PAY CLOSE ATTENTION  
TO THE POSITION OF THE KICKBACK ZONE  
OF THE BAR WHEN YOU ARE LIMBING  
BRANCHES THAT ARE IN TENSION!  
b) Decide which is the SAFEST way to release the tension  
and whether YOU are able to do it safely. In complicated  
situations the only safe method is to put aside your chain  
saw and use a winch.  
Make sure there are no  
obstacles in your way. Work  
on the left side of the trunk.  
Work close to the saw for  
maximum control. If possible,  
let the weight of the saw rest  
on the trunk.  
General advice:  
a) Position yourself so that  
you will be clear of the  
tree or branch when it  
springs free.  
Keep the tree between you  
and the saw as you move  
along the trunk.  
b) Make one or more cuts at  
or near the BREAKING  
POINT. Make as many  
cuts of sufficient depth as  
necessary to reduce the  
tension and make the tree  
or branch break at the  
BREAKING POINT.  
F Cutting the trunk into logs  
See chapter General working instructionspoint 2 Basic  
cutting technique.  
Never cut straight  
through a tree or branch  
that is IS in tension!  
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Husqvarna 61  
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Husqvarna AB  
Huskvarna, SWEDEN  
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21  
20  
13  
18  
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14  
19  
15  
16  
25  
23  
26  
What is what?  
1. Cylinder cover.  
15. Saw bar.  
16. Bumper.  
2. Front handle.  
3. Front hand guard.  
4. Starter cover.  
5. Chain oil tank.  
6. Starter handle.  
17. Chain catcher. Catches chain if it jumps or breaks.  
18. Clutch cover.  
19. Right hand guard. Protects right hand if chain breaks or  
jumps.  
20. Throttle control.  
7. Adjuster screw, carburettor.  
8. Choke control  
21. Throttle lock. Prevents accidental operation of throttle  
control.  
9. Rear handle.  
23. Combination spanner.  
24. Chain tensioning screw.  
25. Operator's manual.  
26. Bar guard.  
10. Stop switch. Ignition on/off switch.  
11. Fuel tank.  
12. Muffler.  
13. Bar tip sprocket.  
14. Saw chain.  
27. Start throttle lock.  
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ASSEMBLY  
Mounting guide bar and chain  
Always wear gloves, when working with the  
chain, in order to protect your hands from  
injury.  
Hold up the tip of the bar and  
tighten the chain. The chain is  
correctly tensioned when  
there is no slack on the  
!
underside of the bar, but it can  
still be turned easily by hand.  
Hold up the bar tip and tighten  
the bar nuts with the  
Check that the chain brake is  
in disengaged position by  
moving the front hand guard  
towards the front handle.  
combination wrench.  
When fitting a new chain, the  
chain tension has to be  
checked frequently until the  
chain is run-in. Check the  
chain tension regularly. A  
correctly tensioned chain  
gives good cutting  
performance and long lifetime.  
Take off the bar nuts and  
remove the clutch cover. Take  
off the transportation ring (A).  
Fitting a spike bumper  
To fit a spike bumper –  
contact your service agent.  
A
Fit the bar over the bar bolts.  
Place the bar in its rearmost  
position. Place the chain over  
the drive sprocket and in the  
groove on the bar. Begin on  
the top side of the bar. Make  
sure that the edges on the  
cutting links are facing forward  
on the top side of the bar.  
Fit the clutch cover and locate  
the chain adjuster pin in the  
hole on the bar. Check that  
the drive links of the chain fit  
correctly on the drive sprocket  
and that the chain is in the  
groove on the bar. Tighten the  
bar nuts finger tight.  
Tension the chain by using  
the combination wrench. Turn  
the chain adjuster screw  
clockwise. The chain should  
be tensioned until it fits snugly  
on the underside of the bar.  
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FUEL HANDLING  
Mixing  
Fuelmix  
Always mix the petrol and  
oil in a clean container  
intended for fuel.  
IMPORTANT! The chain saw is equipped with a two-stroke  
engine and must always been run using a mixture of petrol 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 small amounts of fuel, even small  
inaccuracies can drastically affect the ratio of the mixture.  
Always start by filling half  
the amount of the petrol to  
be used. Then add the  
entire amount of oil. Mix  
(shake) the fuel mixture.  
Add the remaining amount  
of petrol.  
Always provide for good ventilation when  
handling fuel.  
!
Petrol  
Mix (shake) the fuel mixture  
thoroughly before filling the  
saws fuel tank.  
Use good quality unleaded  
or leaded petrol.  
Do not mix more than max.  
one months supply of fuel.  
The lowest octane  
recommended is 90.  
If you run the engine on a  
lower octane grade than 90  
so-called, knocking can  
occur. This gives rise to a  
high engine temperature,  
which can result in serious  
engine damage.  
If the saw is not used for  
some time the fuel tank  
should be emptied and  
cleaned.  
When working with  
continuous high revs (e.g.  
delimbing) a higher octane  
grade is recommended.  
Two-stroke oil  
For the best results use HUSQVARNA two-stroke oil, which is  
especially developed for chain saws. Mixing ratio 1:50 (2%).  
If HUSQVARNA two-stroke oil is not available, you may use  
another two-stroke oil of good quality that is intended for air  
cooled engines. Contact your dealer when selecting an oil.  
Mixing ratio 1:33 (3%)-1:25 (4%).  
Chain oil  
Never use two-stroke oil intended for water cooled outboard  
motors, so-called, outboard oil.  
The chain lubrication  
system is automatic. Always  
use special chain oil with  
good adhesive  
Never use oil intended for four-stroke engines.  
characteristics.  
In countries where no  
special chain oil is available,  
EP 90 transmission oil can  
be used.  
Gasolin  
Benzin  
Essence  
Gasolina  
Lit.  
Oil • Öl  
Huile Aceite  
Lit.  
Never use waste oil. This  
results in damage to the oil  
pump, the bar and the  
chain.  
2%(1:50) 3%(1:33) 4%(1:25)  
0,10  
0,20  
0,30  
0,40  
0,15  
0,30  
0,45  
0,60  
0,20  
0,40  
0,60  
0,80  
5
10  
15  
20  
It is important to use oil of  
the right viscosity according  
to the air temperature.  
US  
US  
fl. oz.  
In temperatures below 0oC  
(32oF) some oils become  
too viscous. This can  
overload the oil pump and  
result in damage to the oil  
pump components.  
gallon  
2%(1:50) 3%(1:33) 4%(1:25)  
2 1/2  
6 1/2  
12 7/8  
3 3/4  
9 3/4  
19 1/4  
5 1/8  
12 7/8  
25 3/4  
1
2 1/2  
5
Contact your servicing  
dealer when choosing chain  
oil.  
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FUEL HANDLING  
Fuelling  
Taking the following precautions, will lessen  
the risk of fire.  
!
Do not smoke or place warm objects in the vicinity of  
the fuel.  
Always shut off the engine before refuelling.  
Slowly open the fuel cap, when filling fuel, so that  
possible overpressure is slowly released.  
Tighten the fuel cap carefully after fuelling.  
Always move the saw from the fuelling area before  
starting.  
Clean around the fuel cap.  
Clean the fuel and chain oil  
tanks regularly. The fuel filter  
should be changed at least  
once a year. Contamination in  
the fuel tanks causes  
malfunction. Make sure the  
fuel is well mixed by shaking  
the container before fuelling.  
The volume of chain oil and  
fuel tanks are adjusted to  
each other. Therefore, always  
fill chain oil and fuel at the  
same time.  
Min 3 m  
(10ft)  
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START AND STOP  
Start  
Start and stop  
Grip the front handle with your  
left hand and hold the saw  
down by putting your right foot  
in the rear handle. Pull the  
starter handle with your right  
hand and pull out the starter  
cord slowly until the starter  
pawls engage. Then pull  
sharply. Never twist the  
starter cord around your  
hand.  
WARNING!  
!
Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all  
covers are fitted correctly. Otherwise the clutch can  
come loose and cause personal injuries.  
Always move the saw away from the fueling area  
before starting.  
Place the saw on clear ground and make sure that the  
chain is not contacting anything. Also, make sure that  
you have a secure footing.  
As the chain brake is still  
engaged the speed of the  
engine must be set to idling as  
soon as possible, this is  
achieved by quickly  
disengaging the throttle lock.  
This prevents unnecessary  
wear to the clutch, clutch  
drum and brake band.  
Keep people and animals well away from the working  
area.  
Cold engine  
STARTING:  
The chain brake must be  
engaged when the chain saw  
is started. Activate the brake  
by moving the front hand  
guard forwards.  
Push in the choke control  
immediately when the engine  
ignites and make repeated  
starting attemps. When the  
engine starts, rapidly give full  
throttle. Then the throttle latch  
will disengage.  
IGNITION:  
Move the ignition switch to  
startposition.  
CAUTION! Do not release the  
starter handle from fully pulled  
out position as this can cause  
damage on the saw.  
C
CHOKE:  
Pull out the choke knob.  
A
FAST IDLE:  
1.Push down the throttle  
trigger lockout (A).  
2.Open the throttle fully (B).  
3.Push the throttle latch  
downwards (C).  
Reactivate the chain brake by  
pushing the front hand guard  
back towards the front handle.  
The chain saw is now ready  
for use.  
B
Stop  
Warm engine  
The engine is stopped by  
switching off the ignition.  
(Move the ignition switch to  
stopposition.)  
Use the same starting  
procedure as for a cold  
engine, but do not pull out the  
choke knob.  
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MAINTENANCE  
• Now start the saw according to the starting instructions and run it  
warm for 10 minutes.  
NOTE! If the chain rotates the T screw should be turned anti-  
clockwise until the chain stops.  
Carburettor  
Functioning, Basic setting, Final setting  
• Place the saw on a flat surface so that the bar points away from  
you and so that the bar and chain do not come into contact with  
the surface or other objects.  
WARNING! Do not start the saw without the bar,  
chain and clutch cover (chain brake) assembled.  
!
If you do, the clutch might come loose and  
cause severe injuries.  
Low speed needle L  
+ 1/4  
Try to find the highest idling  
Operation  
speed, turning the low speed  
needle L clockwise respectively  
counter-clockwise. When the  
highest speed has been found,  
turn the low speed needle L 1/4  
turn counter-clockwise.  
• The carburettor governs the engine speed via the throttle. Air/  
fuel are mixed in the carburettor. The air/fuel mixture is  
adjustable. To take advantage of the saw’s maximum output the  
setting must be correct.  
• Adjusting the carburettor means the engine is adapted to local  
operating conditions, e.g. climate, altitude, petrol and the type of  
2-stroke oil used.  
NOTE! If the chain rotates in  
the idling position, turn the  
idling speed screw counter-  
L
• The carburettor has three  
adjustment possibilities:  
L = Low speed jet.  
H = High speed jet.  
T = Adjustment screw for  
idling.  
clockwise until the chain stops.  
Final setting of the idling speed T  
Adjust the idling speed with the screw T. If it is necessary to re-  
adjust, first turn the idle speed adjusting screw T clockwise, until  
the chain starts to rotate. Then turn, counter-clockwise until the  
chain stops. A correctly adjusted idle speed setting occurs when  
the engine runs smoothly in every position. It should also be good  
margin to the rpm when the chain starts to rotate.  
• The fuel quantity required in relation to the air flow, provided by  
opening the throttle, is adjusted by the L and H-jets. If they are  
screwed clockwise the air/fuel ratio becomes leaner (less fuel)  
and if they are turned anti-clockwise the ratio becomes richer  
(more fuel). A leaner mixture gives a higher engine speed and a  
richer mixture give a lower engine speed.  
• The T screw regulates the idling speed. If the screw T is turned  
clockwise this gives a higher idling speed; anti-clockwise a lower  
idling speed.  
Contact your servicing dealer, if the idle speed  
setting cannot be adjusted so that the chain  
stops. Do not use the saw until it has been  
properly adjusted or repaired.  
!
High speed needle H  
The high speed needle H  
influences the power of the  
saw. A too lean adjusted high  
speed needle H (high speed  
needle H closed too much)  
gives overrevs and damages  
the engine. Let the saw run at  
full speed for about 10 seconds.  
Thereafter, turn the high speed  
needle H 1/4 turn counter-  
clockwise.  
Basic setting and running in  
The carburettor is adjusted to a basic setting when the saw is  
tested at the factory. The basic setting is: H = 1 turn respective  
L = 1 turn.  
To provide the engine’s components with a good level of  
lubrication (running in) the carburettor should be set for a  
richer fuel mixture for the first 3-4 hours of operating. To  
obtain this adjust the overspeed 600-700 rpm under the  
recommended max. overspeed.  
If you do not have the possibility to check the overspeed using a  
tachometer the H-jet should not be set for a leaner mixture than  
that stated for the basic setting. The recommended overspeed  
should not be exceeded. NOTE! If the chain rotates while idling  
the T screw should be adjusted anti-clockwise until it stops.  
H
Let the saw run again at full  
speed for about 10 seconds and note the difference of the engine-  
sound. Repeat this procedure with the high speed needle H turned  
1/4 turn more counter-clockwise. The saw has now been tested  
with the following settings: H= 0, H=+1/4, H=+1/2 from basic  
adjustment. At full speed the engine has produced a different  
sound for each setting. The high speed needle H is correctly set  
when the saw ”4-cycles” a little. If the saw ”whistles” the setting is  
too lean. If there is too much exhaust gas at the same time as the  
saw ”4-cycles” much, the setting is too rich. Turn the high speed  
needle H until the setting sounds correct. NOTE! For optimum  
setting of the carburettor, contact a qualified servicing dealer  
who has a revolution counter at his disposal. The maximum  
speed recommended must not be exceeded.  
Fine adjustment  
• When the saw has been ”run-in” the carburettor should be finely  
adjusted. The fine adjustment should be carried out by  
qualified person. First adjust the L-jet, then the idling screw T  
and then the H-jet. The following engine speed applies:  
Max. overspeed  
12 000 rpm  
12 500 rpm  
Idling speed  
2 500 rpm  
2 500 rpm  
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Changing the type of fuel  
Correctly adjusted carburettor  
Fine tuning may be required if the chain saw, after changing the  
type of fuel, performs differently with regard to starting, accele-  
ration, max. speed, etc.  
A correctly adjusted carburettor means that the saw accelerates  
without hesitation and the saw 4-cycles a little at max speed.  
Furthermore, the chain must not rotate at idling. A too lean  
adjusted low speed needle L may cause starting difficulties and  
bad acceleration.  
Conditions  
• Before any adjustments are made the air filter should be clean  
and the cylinder cowling fitted. Adjusting the carburettor while a  
dirty air filter is in use will result in a leaner mixture when the filter  
is finally cleaned. This can give rise to serious engine damage.  
• Carefully turn the L and H-jets clockwise to the bottom. Now turn  
the jets one turn anti-clockwise. The carburettor is now set to H =  
1 and L = 1.  
A too lean adjusted high speed needle H gives lower power=less  
capacity, bad acceleration and/or damage to the engine.  
A too rich adjustment of the two speed needles L and H gives  
acceleration problems or too low working speed.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Tensioning the recoil spring  
Starter device  
Lift the starter cord up in the  
notch on the starter pulley  
and turn the starter pulley 2  
turns clockwise.  
WARNING!  
!
When the recoil spring is assembled in the starter  
housing, it is in tensioned position and can when  
treated carelessly, pop out and cause injuries.  
Always be careful, when changing the recoil spring or  
the starter cord. Always wear safety goggles for eye  
protection.  
NOTE! Check that the  
starter pulley can be turned  
at least half a turn, when the  
starter cord is entirely pulled  
out.  
Changing a broken or worn  
starter cord  
Changing the broken recoil spring  
Loosen the screws, that  
hold the starter device  
against the crankcase and  
remove the starter device.  
Lift the starter pulley. (See,  
Changing a broken or worn  
starter cord). The recoil  
spring is disassembled from  
the starter device, with its  
inside facing down. Tap the  
starter lightly against a  
working bench or similar.  
Pull out the cord approx. 30  
cm and lift it up into the  
notch in the pulley. Zero-set  
the recoil spring by letting  
the pulley rotate slowly  
backwards. Undo the screw  
in the centre of the pulley  
and remove the pulley.  
Put a new recoil spring in  
the right position. If the  
spring pops out when  
assembling, it should be  
mounted again, out and in  
towards the centre.  
Lubricate the recoil spring  
with thin oil. Assemble the  
starter pulley, and tension  
the recoil spring.  
Insert and fasten a new  
starter cord in the pulley.  
Wind approx. 3 turns of the  
starter cord on to the pulley.  
Assemble the starter pulley  
against the recoil spring, so  
the end of the spring  
engages to the pulley. Fit  
the screw in the centre of  
the pulley. Carry the starter  
cord through the hole in the  
starter housing and the  
starter handle. Make a knot  
on the starter cord.  
Starter device assembly  
Assemble the starter  
device, by pulling the starter  
cord out first, then place the  
starter against the  
crankcase. Then slowly  
release the starter cord so  
that the pulley engages with  
the pawls.  
Assemble and tighten the  
screws, which hold the  
starter.  
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MAINTENANCE  
If the spark plug is dirty, clean it and check the electrode gap.  
Air filter  
Readjust if necessary. The correct gap is 0.5 mm (0.020").  
The spark plug should be replaced after about a month in  
operation or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded.  
The air filter must be regularly cleaned from dust and dirt in  
order to avoid:  
Carburettor malfunctions  
Starting problems  
Engine power reduction  
Unnecessary wear on  
the engine parts  
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IMPORTANT! Always use the recommended spark plug type.  
An incorrect spark plug can severely damage the piston/  
cylinder.  
Abnormal fuel consumption  
Muffler  
Clean the air filter daily or  
more often if the air is  
exceptionally dusty in the  
working area.  
Disassemble the air filter by  
removing the cylinder cover  
and unscrew the filter.  
When reassembling, make  
sure that the filter is tight  
against the filter holder.  
The muffler is designed in  
order 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.  
Clean the filter by brushing  
or shaking it.  
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A more thorough cleaning of  
the filter is obtained by  
washing it in water and  
soap.  
Some mufflers are equipped  
with a special screen. If your  
saw has this type of muffler,  
you should clean the screen  
at least once a week. This is  
done with a wire brush.  
An air filter, which is used for  
some time, cannot be cleaned  
completely. Therefore it must  
be replaced by a new one,  
with regular intervals.  
IMPORTANT! A damaged air  
filter must always be  
replaced.  
CAUTION! The screen must  
be replaced, if damaged. The  
saw will be overheated, if the  
screen is clogged. This results  
in damage on the cylinder and  
the piston. Never use a saw  
with a clogged or defective  
muffler.  
Adjusting the oil pump  
Spark plug  
The oil pump can be adjusted  
to give four different oil flow  
rates. To adjust the flow rate,  
first remove the chain, bar,  
clutch cover, centrifugal clutch  
and the clutch drum. Using a  
screwdriver, adjust the oil flow  
rate by turning the adjuster  
screw one way or the other.  
The projection on the screw  
should point towards the  
chosen setting. The diagram  
shows the setting for flow rate  
2.  
0,5 mm  
The spark plug condition is  
influenced by:  
An incorrect carburettor  
setting.  
Wrong fuel mixture (too  
much oil in the gasoline).  
A dirty air filter.  
These factors cause deposits  
on the spark plug electrodes,  
which may result in  
malfunction and starting  
difficulties. If the engine is  
low on power, difficult to  
start or runs poorly at idling  
speed, always check the  
spark plug first.  
Recommended settings:  
13" and 15" bars  
Setting 2  
18" bars and longer Setting 3-4  
NOTE! Do not carry out this adjustment with the engine  
running!  
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Needle bearing maintenance  
Winter use  
During winter time, powder snow and cold weather can cause  
running problems, such as:  
Too low engine temperature.  
Icing on the air filter and carburettor.  
A
The clutch drum is equipped  
with one of the following chain  
sprockets:  
Therefore some special measures are required:  
Partly reduce the air inlet of the starter and by doing that  
increase the engine temperature.  
Preheat the intake air to the carburettor by removing the  
special plug between the cylinder and the carburettor space.  
Spur sprocket (A) (the chain  
sprocket is welded on the  
drum)  
B
The cylinder cover has a special feature for use in cold  
climates. It is possible to open up a hole in the cylinder cover  
which can then be plugged with a rubber plug during warmer  
weather.  
Rim sprocket (B)  
(exchangeable)  
(Ref. no. 503 40 59-01)  
Temperature 0oC (32oF) or colder  
Both versions have built-in  
needle bearing at the drive  
shaft, whitch has to be  
greased regularly (once a  
week).  
Break out the hole or remove  
the rubber plug so that  
preheated air from the  
cylinder can enter the  
carburettor chamber and  
prevent the air filter from icing  
up.  
NOTE! Use only high quality  
bearing grease.  
Cooling system  
Temperature -5oC (23oF) or colder  
To obtain the lowest possible running temperature the saw is  
equipped with a cooling system.The cooling system  
consists of:  
If the saw is used in severe  
cold or powder snow  
conditions you can fit a  
special cover over the starter  
unit. This reduces the flow of  
cold air and prevents large  
amounts of snow from being  
sucked in.  
5
1. Air intake on the starter  
unit.  
4
2. Air guide plate.  
3
3. Fan blades on the  
(Ref. no. 503 53 53-71)  
flywheel.  
IMPORTANT! If a special  
winter kit is assembled or  
measures are taken to  
increase the engine  
temperature, a readjustment  
to normal setting has to be  
done when the saw is used  
under normal conditions.  
Otherwise, there is a risk of  
overheating, which can  
cause severe engine  
4. Cooling fins on the  
cylinder.  
5. Cylinder cowling  
2
(supplies cold air over  
the cylinder).  
1
Clean the cooling system with a brush once a week, more often  
in demanding conditions. A dirty or blocked cooling system  
results in the saw overheating which causes damage to  
piston and cylinder.  
damage.  
IMPORTANT! Any maintenance other than that described in  
this manual must be carried out by your servicing dealer.  
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Below you will find some general maintenance instructions.  
If you have more questions, contact your servicing dealer.  
Weekly maintenance  
1. Check that the AV  
elements are not soft or  
torn.  
1
3
Daily maintenance  
2. Lubricate the clutch drum  
bearing.  
2
4
1. Check that all the  
components of the throttle  
control operate safely (i.e.  
throttle lock, throttle lever  
and start throttle lock).  
1
3. File off burrs, if any, on  
the sides of the bar.  
4. Clean the spark plug and  
check the gap.  
2. Clean the chain brake  
and check its function  
The correct gap is 0,5 mm  
(0.020 inch).  
0,5 mm  
according to the  
2
instructions. Make sure  
that the chain catcher is  
undamaged. Otherwise  
replace it immediately.  
5. Check the starter and the  
recoil spring. Clean the  
fins on the flywheel.  
5
7
3. Clean or replace the air  
filter as necessary. Check  
for damage or holes.  
6. Clean the cooling fins on  
the cylinder.  
3
4. The bar should be turned  
6
8
daily for more even wear.  
Check the lubrication hole  
in the bar, to be sure it is  
not clogged. Clean the  
bar groove, if the bar has  
a sprocket tip, this should  
7. Clean or change the  
screen in the muffler.  
4
8. Clean the carburettor  
body and air box.  
5
be lubricated.  
5. Check the function of the  
oiler to be sure the bar  
and chain receive proper  
lubrication.  
6
6. Sharpen the chain and  
check its tension and  
condition. Check the drive  
sprocket for wear.  
Monthly maintenance  
Replace if necessary.  
7. Check the starter and  
starter cord for wear or  
1. Check the brake band on  
the chain brake for wear.  
damage. Clean the air  
intake slots on the starter  
housing.  
1
7
2. Check the clutch centre,  
clutch drum and clutch  
spring for wear.  
2
8. Check for any loose nuts  
8
and screws and retighten  
if necessary.  
3. Clean the outside of the  
carburettor.  
3
9
9. Test the stop switch to be  
sure it shuts off the  
engine.  
4. Check the fuel filter.  
Change if necessary.  
4
5
5. Flush the inside off the  
fuel tank with gasoline.  
6
6. Flush the inside of the oil  
tank with gasoline.  
7
7. Check all cables and  
connections.  
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TECHNICAL DATA  
61  
268  
61  
268  
Engine  
Noise emissions  
Cylinder volume, cu.in/cm3  
Cylinder bore, inch/mm  
Stroke, inch/mm  
3,8/61,5  
1,9/48  
1,3/34  
2 500  
4,1/67  
2,0/50  
1,3/34  
2 500  
(see note 1)  
Sound power level, measured  
dB(A)  
Sound power level, guaranteed  
LWA dB(A)  
113  
115  
114  
115  
Idle speed, rpm  
Recommended max.  
speed, unloaded, rpm  
Power, kW/ rpm  
12 000  
2,9/ 8 300  
12 500  
3,2/ 9 000  
Sound levels  
(see note 2)  
Ignition system  
Manufacture  
Type of ignition system  
Spark plug  
Equivalent sound pressure  
level at operators ear,  
measured according to relevant  
international standards, dB(A)  
Electrolux  
ET  
Champion  
RCJ 7Y  
0,020/0,5  
Electrolux  
ET  
Champion  
RCJ 7Y  
0,020/0,5  
101  
102  
Electrode gap, inch/mm  
Vibration levels  
(see note 3)  
Front handle m/s2  
Rear handle m/s2  
4,7  
7,6  
4,4  
6,1  
Fuel and lubrication  
system  
Manufacturer  
Tillotson  
HS 254B  
1,6/0,75  
Tillotson  
HS 260A  
1,6/0,75  
Chain/bar  
Standard bar length,  
inches/cm  
Recommended bar lengths,  
inches/cm  
Usable cutting length,  
inches/cm  
Carburettor type  
Fuel capacity, US pint/litre  
Oil pump capacity at 8500 rpm,  
ml/min  
Oil capacity, US pint/litre  
Type of oil pump  
15"/38  
15"/38  
3-6-9-12  
0,95/0,45  
Automatic  
3-6-9-12  
0,95/0,45  
Automatic  
15"/3820"/51 15"/3820"/51  
14"/3619"/48 14"/3619"/48  
Weight  
Without bar and chain, Lbs/kg  
Chain speed at max.  
power, m/sec  
13,4/6,1  
13,7/6,2  
18,4  
20,0  
Pitch, inches  
3/8"  
0,058"/1,5  
3/8"  
0,058"/1,5  
Thickness of drive link, inch/mm  
Number of teeth on drive  
sprocket  
7
7
Note 1: Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound  
power (LWA) in conformity with EC directive 2000/14/EC.  
Bar and chain combinations  
The following combinations are CE approved.  
Note 2: Equivalent sound pressure level, according to ISO  
7182, is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for sound  
pressure levels under various working conditions with the  
following time distribution: 1/3 idling, 1/3 max. load, 1/3 max.  
speed.  
Bar  
Chain  
Length,  
inches  
Pitch,  
inches  
Max.  
tip radius  
15  
16  
18  
20  
3/8  
3/8  
3/8  
3/8  
11T  
11T  
11T  
11T  
Husqvarna H42  
Husqvarna H42  
Husqvarna H42  
Husqvarna H42  
Note 3: Equivalent vibration level, according to ISO 7505, is  
calculated as the time-weighted energy total for vibration levels  
under various working conditions with the following time  
distribution: 1/3 idling, 1/3 max. load, 1/3 max. speed.  
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1
5
Type  
Inch  
3/8"  
Inch/mm  
0,058"/1,5  
Inch/mm  
7/32" /5,5  
Angle  
Angle  
Angle  
Inch/mm  
Inch/cm: dl  
H42  
60°  
25°  
10°  
0,025"/0,65  
15"/38:56 16"/41:60  
18"/46:68 20"/51:72  
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TECHNICAL DATA  
EC-declaration of conformity (Applies to Europe only)  
Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declares under sole responsibility that the chain saws  
Husqvarna 61 and 268 from 2002's serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the type plate with  
subsequent serial number), are in conformity with the requirements of the COUNCIL'S DIRECTIVES:  
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of June 22, 1998 relating to machinery98/37/EC, annex IIA.  
of May 3, 1989 relating to electromagnetic compatibility89/336/EEC, and applicable supplements.  
of May 8, 2000 relating to the noise emissions in the environment2000/14/EC.  
For information relating to noise emissions, see the chapter Technical data.  
The following standards have been applied: EN292-2, CISPR 12:1997, EN608.  
Notified body: 0363, Deutsche Prüfstelle fur Land- und Forsttechnik, Weißensteinstraße 70/72, DE-34131 Kassel, Germany,  
has carried out EC type examination in accordance with the machinery directive's (98/37/EC) article 8, point 2c. The certificates  
for EC type examination in accordance with annex VI, have the numbers: K-EG 222 61, K-EG 221 268.  
In addition, SMP, Svensk Maskinprovning AB, Fyrisborgsgatan 3, SE-754 50 Uppsala, Sweden, has certified conformity with  
annex V of the Council's Directive of May 8, 2000 relating to the noise emissions in the environment2000/14/EC. The  
certificates have the numbers: 01/161/008 61, 01/161/009 268.  
The supplied chain saw conforms to the example that underwent EC type examination.  
Huskvarna January 3, 2002  
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