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Instruction Manual

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions before using this product. Failure to

do so can result in serious injury.

530163874 6/18/03

136 / 141

136LE / 141LE

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IDENTIFICATION (WHAT IS WHAT?)

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1. Cylinder Cover

2. Front Handle

3. Front Hand Guard

4. Starter Cover

5. Chain Oil Tank

6. Starter Handle

7. Carburetor Adjusting Screw

8. Choke Control

9. Rear Handle

10. ON/OFF Stop Switch

11. Fuel Tank

12. Muffler

13. Bar Tip Sprocket

14. Saw Chain

15. Saw Bar

16. Chain Catcher

17. Chain Brake Assembly

18. Rear Hand Guard

19. Throttle Control/Trigger

20. Throttle Lock

21. Bar/Chain Adjustment Tool

22. Chain Tensioning Screw

23. Instruction Manual

24. Guide Bar Cover

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IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS

WARNING! This chain saw can be dangerous! Careless or improper

use can cause serious or even fatal injury.

Read and understand the instruction manual before using the chain saw.

Measuredmaximumkickback value without chain brake for the bar and

chain combination on the label.

XX_

There may be more symbols found on your unit other than those listed above. These

symbols may represent compliances, standards, or other matters concerning the product.

Sound pressure level at 15 meters (50 feet)

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SAFETY RULES

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.

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.

PLAN AHEAD

SRead this manual carefully until you com-

pletely understand and can follow all safe-

ty rules, precautions, and operating in-

structions before attempting to use the

unit.

SRestrict the use of your saw to adult users

who understand and can follow safety

rules, precautions, and operating instruc-

tions found in this manual.

Snug

Fitting

Clothing

Safety

Shoes Safety Chaps

Heavy Duty

Gloves

Eye

Protection

Hearing

Protection

Safety Hat

SWear protective gear. Always use steel-

toed safety footwear with non-slip soles;

snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip

gloves; eye protection such as non-fog-

ging, vented goggles or face screen; an

approved safety hard hat;and sound barri-

ers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your

hearing. Regular users should have hear-

ing checked regularly as chain saw noise

can damage hearing. Secure hair above

shoulder length.

SKeep all parts of your body away from the

chain when the engine is running.

SKeep 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.

SDo not handle or operate a chain saw

whenyouarefatigued,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.

SCarefullyplanyour sawingoperation in ad-

vance. Donot start cutting until you have a

clear work area, secure footing, and, if you

are felling trees, a planned retreat path.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

SDo 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-

tion. A chain saw is intended for

two-handed use.

SOperatethe chain saw only in a well-venti-

lated outdoor area.

SDo not operate saw from a ladder or in a

tree.

SMake 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.

SDo 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.

SStop the engine before setting the saw

down.

SDo 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.

SWith 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.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD

WORKING ORDER

SHave all chain saw service performed by a

qualified service dealer with the exception

of the items listed in the maintenance sec-

tion ofthis 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.

SMake certain the saw chain stops moving

when the throttle trigger is released. For

correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD-

JUSTMENTS.

SNever modify your saw in any way.

SKeepthe handles dry, clean, and free of oil

or fuel mixture.

SKeep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-

teners securely tightened.

SUse only Husqvarna accessories and re-

placement parts as recommended.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

SDo not smoke while handling fuel or while

operating the saw.

SEliminate 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.

SMix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on

bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well

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ventilated place; and use an approved,

marked container for all fuel purposes.

Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw.

SMove at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fuel-

ing site before starting engine.

STurn 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.

SStore theunit and fuel in an area where fuel

vapors cannot reach sparks or open

flames from waterheaters, electric motors

or switches, furnaces, etc.

KICKBACK

WARNING: Avoid kickback which

can result in serious injury. Kickback is the

backward,upward orsudden forwardmotion

of the guide bar occurring when the saw

chain near the upper tip of the guide barcon-

tacts any object such as a log or branch, or

when the wood closes in and pinches the

saw chain in thecut. Contactinga foreign ob-

ject in the wood can also result in loss of

chain saw control.

SRotationalKickbackcan occur when the

moving chain contacts an object at theup-

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.

SPinch-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.

SPull-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 stoppingpulls thesaw forwardand

away from the operator and could easily

cause the operator to lose control of the

saw.

Avoid Pinch--Kickback:

SBe extremely aware of situations or ob-

structions that can cause material to pinch

the top of or otherwise stop the chain.

SDo not cut more than one log at a time.

SDo not twist the saw as the bar is with-

drawn from an undercut when bucking.

Avoid Pull--In:

SAlways begin cutting with the engine at full

speed and the saw housing against wood.

SUse wedges made of plastic or wood.

Never use metal to hold the cut open.

Kickback Path

Avoid Obstructions

Clear The Working Area

REDUCE THE CHANCE OF

KICKBACK

SRecognize that kickback can happen.

With a basic understanding of kickback,

you can reduce the element of surprise

which contributes to accidents.

SNever let the moving chain contact anyob-

ject at the tip of the guide bar.

SKeep the working area free from obstruc-

tions such as othertrees, 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.

SKeep 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

andmaintenanceinstructions. Check ten-

sion at regular intervals with the engine

stopped, never with the engine running.

Make sure thebar clampnuts aresecurely

tightened after tensioning the chain.

SBegin and continue cutting at full speed. If

the chain is moving at a slower speed,

there is greater chance of kickback occur-

ring.

SCut one log at a time.

SUse extreme caution when re-entering a

previous cut.

SDo not attempt cuts starting with the tip of

the bar (plunge cuts).

SWatch for shifting logs or other forces that

could close a cut and pinch or fall into

chain.

SUse the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar

and Low--Kickback Chain specified for

your saw.

MAINTAIN CONTROL

Never reverse

hand positions

Stand to the left of

the saw

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Thumb on underside of

handlebar

Elbow locked

SKeep a good, firm grip on thesaw with both

hands when the engine is running and

don’t let go. A firm grip will help youreduce

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.

SPosition 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.

SStandwithyour weightevenly balancedon

both feet.

SStand slightly to the left side of the saw to

keep your body from being in a direct line

with the cutting chain.

SDo not overreach. You could be drawn or

thrown off balance and lose control of the

saw.

SDo not cut above shoulder height. It is diffi-

cult to maintain control of saw above

shoulder height.

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 dangerousreac-

tion. As achain saw user, do notrely only on

safety devices. You must follow all safety

precautions, instructions, and maintenance

in this manual to help avoid kickback and

other forces which can result in serious

injury.

SReduced--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 demonstratedto significantly re-

duce the number and seriousness of kick-

backs when tested in accordance with

safety requirements for gasoline powered

chain saws as set by ANSI B175.1.

Small Radius Tip

Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar

Symmetrical Guide Bar

Large Radius Tip

SLow--Kickback Chain, designed with a

contoured depth gauge and guard link

which deflect kickback force and allow

wood to gradually ride into the cutter.

Low--Kickback Chain has met kickback

performance requirements when tested

on a representative sample of chain saws

below 3.8 cubic inch displacement speci-

fied in ANSI B175.1.

Low---Kickback

Chain

Not a Low---Kickback Chain

Can Obstruct Material

Contoured Depth Gauge

Elongated Guard Link

Deflects

kickback force

and allows wood

to gradually ride

into cutter

SFront Hand Guard, designed to reduce the

chance of your left hand contacting the

chain if your hand slips offthe fronthandle-

bar.

SPosition of front and rear handlebars, de-

signed with distance betweenhandles 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.

CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE

SChain Brake, designed to stop the chain in

the event of kickback.

WARNING: WE DO NOT REP-

RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT AS-

SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL

PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A

KICKBACK. Kickback is a lightning fast ac-

tion which throws the bar and rotating chain

back and up toward the operator. Kickback

can be caused by allowing contact of the bar

tip in the danger zone with any hard object.

Kickback can also be caused by pinching the

saw chain along the topof the guide bar. This

action may push the guide bar rapidly back

toward the operator. Either of these events

may cause you to lose control of the saw

which could result in serious injury or even

death. DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OF THE

DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW. YOU

SHOULD USE THE SAW PROPERLY AND

CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK. Re-

duced--kickback guide bars and low--kick-

back saw chains reduce the chance and

magnitude of kickback and are recom-

mended. Your saw has alow kickback chain

and bar as original equipment. Repairs on a

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chain brake should be made by an autho-

rized servicing dealer. Take your unit to the

place of purchase if purchased from a

Husqvarna servicing dealer, or to the near-

est authorized Husqvarna service dealer.

STip contact in some cases may cause a

lightning fast reverse REACTION, kicking

the guide bar up and back toward the oper-

ator.

SPinching the saw chain along the top of the

guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly

back toward the operator.

SEither of these reactions may cause you to

lose control of the saw which could result

in serious injury. Do not rely exclusively

upon thesafety devices built into your saw.

WARNING: Computed kickback

angle (CKA) listed on your saw and listed in

the CKA table below represents angle of

kickback your bar and chain combinations

will have when tested in accordance with

CSA (Canadian Standards Association) and

ANSI standards. When purchasing replace-

ment bar and chain, considerations should

be given to the lower CKA values. Lower

CKA values represent safer angles to the

user, higher values indicate more angle and

higher kick energies. Computed angles rep-

resented in the non-activated column indi-

cate total energy and angle associated with-

out activation of the chain brake during

kickback. Activated angle represents chain

stopping time relative to activation angle of

chain break and resulting kick angle of saw.

In all cases lower CKA values represent a

safer operating environment for the user.

The following guide bar and chain combina-

tions meet kickback requirements of CSA

Standards Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1

when used on saws listed in this manual.

Use of bar and chain combinations other

than those listed is not recommended and

may not meet the CKA requirements per

standard.

Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table

BAR

Type Length CHAIN TYPE

0.050 GA 14!91VG/VJ--- 52

MODEL

0.050 GA

16!91VG---56

25_

136 25_

141

141 0.050 GA 18!H 3 0 --- 7 2 38_

CKA WITHOUT

CHAIN BRAKE

136

0.050 GA

16!91VG---56

25_

NOTE: If this saw is to be used for

commercial logging, a chain brake is

required and shall not be removed or

otherwise disabled to comply with Federal

OSHA Regulations for Commercial Logging.

Contact your authorized Husqvarna service

dealer.

SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to

vibrations through prolongeduse 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-vibrationsystem does not guaranteethe

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.

SPECIALNOTICE:Your saw is equipped

with a temperaturelimiting muffler and spark

arresting screen which meets the

requirements of California Codes 4442 and

4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of

California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New

Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require

many internal combustion engines to be

equipped with a spark arrestor screen by

law. If you operate a chain saw in a state or

locale where such regulations exist, you are

legally responsible for maintaining the

operating condition of these parts. Failure to

do so is a violation of the law. Refer to the

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section for

maintenance of the Spark Arresting Screen.

Failure to follow all Safety Rules and

Precautions can result in serious injury. If

situations occur which are not covered in this

manual, use careandgoodjudgement. If you

need assistance, contact your authorized

service dealer.

STANDARDS

CSA Z62.1 “Chain Saws -- Occupational

Health and Safety”

CSA Z62.3 “Chain Saw Kickback Occupa-

tional Health and Safety”

ANSI B175.1--2000 -- “American National

Standard for Powered Tools -- Gasoline

Powered Chain Saw -- Safety Require-

ments”

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ASSEMBLY

Protective gloves (not provided) should be

worn during assembly.

ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If

not already attached)

WARNING: Recheck each assem-

bly step if the saw is received assembled. Al-

ways wear gloves when handling the chain.

The chain is sharp and can cut you even

when it is not moving!

1. Loosen and remove the clamp nuts and

the bar clamp from the saw.

2. Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if

present).

Bar Clamp/

Chain Brake Bar Clamp Nuts

Bar Tool

Location of shipping spacer

3. An adjusting pin and screw is used to ad-

just the tension of the chain. It is very im-

portant 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 adjustment pin up

and down the screw. Locate this adjust-

ment before you begin mounting the bar

onto the saw. See illustration.

Adjustment located on Bar Clamp

Inside view of

Chain Brake

4. Turn the adjusting screw counterclock-

wise to move the adjusting pin almost as

far as it will go to the rear. This should al-

low the pin to be near the correct posi-

tion. Further adjustment may be neces-

sary as you mount the bar.

5. Slide guide bar behind clutch drum until

guide bar stops against clutch drum

sprocket.

Mount the Bar

6. Prepare the chain by checking the proper

direction. 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.

CUTTERS MUST FACE IN

DIIRECTION OF ROTATION

Tip of

Bar

Cutters Depth Gauge

Drive Links

7. Place chain over and behind clutch, fit-

ting the drive links in the clutch drum

sprocket.

Place chain onto the s

p

rocket

8. Fit bottom of drive links between the

teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the

guide bar.

9. Fit chain drive links into bar groove.

10. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug

in guide bar groove. Ensure all drive

links are in the bar groove.

11 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.

12. Install chain brake nuts and fingertighten

only. Once the chain is tensioned, you

will need to tighten chain brake nuts.

CHAIN TENSION (Including units with

chain already installed)

NOTE:When adjusting chain tension,

make sure the bar nuts are finger tight only.

Attempting to tension the chain when the bar

nuts are tight can cause damage.

Checking the tension:

Use the screwdriver end of the combination

screwdriver/wrench tool to move the chain

around the bar. If thechain does not rotate,it

is too tight. If too loose, the chain will sag be-

low the bar.

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Chain Brake Nuts Chain Adjustment

Tool (Bar Tool)

Guide

Bar

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 bar clamp nuts and turning the adjusting

screw 1/4 of a turn while lifting up on the bar.

SIf chain is too tight, turn adjusting

screw 1/4 turn counterclockwise.

SIf chain is too loose, turn adjusting

screw 1/4 turn clockwise.

Adjusting

Screw

Chain Brake Nuts Guide Bar

Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn

SLift up the tip of the bar and tighten the

chain brake nuts with the bar tool.

SRecheck chain tension.

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.

FUELING & LUBRICATION

FUELING ENGINE

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly

when refueling.

This engine is certified to operate on

unleaded gasoline. Before operation,

gasoline must be mixed with a good quality

synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil

designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. A

40:1 ratiois obtainedby mixing 3.2 ouncesof

oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline. DO

NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil. These

oils will cause engine damage. When mixing

fuel, follow instructions printed on container.

Once oil is added to gasoline, shake

container momentarily to assure that the fuel

is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow

the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling

your unit.

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.

In freezing weatheroil will thicken, making it

necessary to thin bar and chain oil with a

small amount (5 to 10%) of #1 Diesel Fuel or

kerosene. Bar and chain oil must be free

flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil

for adequate lubrication.

Genuine Husqvarna bar and chain oil is rec-

ommended to protect your unit against exces-

sive wear from heat and friction. Husqvarna oil

resists high temperature thinning.

If Husqvarna bar oil is not available, use a good

grade SAE 30 oil.

SNever use waste oil for bar and chain lu-

brication.

SAlways stop the engine before removing

the oil cap.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol--blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which leads

to separation and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To

avoid engine problems, the fuel system

should be emptied before storage for 30

days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next

season. See STORAGE section for addi-

tional information.

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OPERATING YOUR UNIT

WARNING: The chain must not move

when the engine runs at idle speed. If the chain

moves at idle speed refer to CARBURETOR

ADJUSTMENT within this manual. Avoid con-

tact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause

serious burns.

To stop the engine move the switch to the

STOP position.

To start the engine hold the saw firmly on

the ground as illustrated below. Make sure

the chain is free to turn without contacting

any object.

Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.

Use only 15”--18” of rope per pull.

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.

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.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a

warm engine after running out of

fuel)

NOTE:In the following steps, when the cho-

ke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full extent,

the correct throttle setting for starting is set au-

tomatically.

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON position.

2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to thefull

extent.

3. Pull starter rope quickly with your right

hand a maximum of 10 times. Then, pro-

ceed to the next step.

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.

4. Push the choke/fast idle lever in com-

pletely (to the OFF CHOKE position).

5. Pull the starter rope quickly with your

right hand until the engine starts.

6. Allow the engine to run for approximately

5 seconds. Then, squeeze and release

throttle trigger to allow engine to return to

idle speed.

ON/STOP SWITCH

CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER

FULL OFF

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON position.

2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the full

extent; then, push the choke/fast idle

lever in completely (to the OFF CHOKE

position).

3. Pull the starter rope quickly with your

right hand until the engine starts.

4. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to

allow engine to return to idle speed.

DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a

flooded engine)

The engine may be flooded with too much

fuel if it has not started after 10 pulls.

Flooded engines can be cleared of excess

fuel by following the warm engine starting

procedure listed above. Insure the ON/

STOP switch is in the ON position.

Starting could require pulling the starterrope

handle many times dependingon how badly

the unit is flooded. If engine fails to start refer

to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE.

CHAIN BRAKE

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 authorized service

dealer if any part is worn to less than 0.020!

(0.5 mm) thick. Repairs on a chain brake

should be made by an authorized service deal-

er. Take your unit to the place of purchase if

purchased from a servicing dealer, or to the

nearest authorized Husqvarna Service Dealer.

SThis saw is equipped with a chain brake.

The brake is designed to stop the chain if

kickback occurs.

SThe inertia--activated chain brake is

activated if the front hand guard is pushed

forward, either manually (by hand) or

automatically (by sudden movement).

SIf the brake is already activated, it is

disengagedby pulling thefronthandguard

back toward the front handle as far as

possible.

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SWhen cutting with the saw, the chain brake

must be disengaged.

Disengaged

Engaged

Braking function control

CAUTION: The chain brake must be

checked several times daily. The engine

must be running whenperforming 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. Hold the han-

dles with both hands and apply full throttle.

Activate the chain brake by turning your left

wrist against the hand guard without releas-

ing your grip around the front handle. The

chain should stop immediately.

Inertia activating function control

WARNING: When performing the fol-

lowing procedure, the engine must be turned

off.

The chain brake must be checked several

times daily. Hold the chain saw approximate-

ly 14!(35 cm) above a stump or other firm

object. Release your grip on the front handle

and let the saw, by its own weight, rotate

around the rear handle. When the tip of the

bar hits the stump, thebrake shouldactivate.

CUTTING METHODS

IMPORTANT POINTS

SCheck chain tension before first use and

after 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN

TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section.

SCut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,

masonry, non-wood building materials, etc.

SStop the saw if the chain strikes a foreignob-

ject. Inspect the saw and repair parts as

necessary.

SKeepthechain outof dirt andsand. Even a

small amount of dirt will quickly dull achain

and increase the possibility of kickback.

SPractice cutting a few small logs using the

following techniques to get the “feel” of us-

ing your saw before you begin a major

sawing operation.

SSqueeze the throttle trigger and allow

the engine to reach full speed before

cutting.

SBegin cutting with the saw frame

against the log.

SKeep the engine at full speed the en-

tire time you are cutting.

SAllow the chain to cut for you. Exert

only light downward pressure.

SRelease the throttle trigger as soon as

the cut is completed, allowing the en-

gine to idle. If you run the saw at full

throttle without a cutting load, unnec-

essary wear can occur.

STo avoid losing control when cut is

complete, do not put pressure on saw

at end of cut.

SStop the engine before setting the saw

down after cutting.

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

WARNING: Check for broken or

dead branches which can fall while cutting

causing serious injury. Do notcut near build-

ings or electrical wires if you do not know the

direction of treefall, norcut atnight 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

immediately.

SCarefully plan your sawing operation in ad-

vance.

SClear the work area. You need a clear area

all around the tree so you can have secure

footing.

SThe 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.

SStudy 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:

SThe wind direction and speed.

SThe lean of the tree. The lean of a tree might

not be apparent due to uneven or sloping ter-

rain. Use a plumb or level to determine the

direction of tree lean.

SWeight and branches on one side.

SSurrounding trees and obstacles.

Look for decay and rot. 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.

Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples,

and wire from the tree where cuts are to be

made.

Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diago-

nal to the line of fall.

Direction of Fall

45_

Plan a clear retreat path

FELLING LARGE TREES

(15 cm 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

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made on the opposite side of tree, the tree

will tend to fall into the notch.

NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots,

remove them beforemaking the notch. If us-

ing saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw

chain from contacting ground to preventdull-

ing of the chain.

NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE

TREE

SMake notch cut by cutting the top of the

notch first. Cut through 1/3 of the diameter

of thetree. Next complete thenotch by cut-

ting the bottom of the notch. See illustra-

tion. Once the notch is cut remove the

notch of wood from the tree.

Notch

First cut

Second cut

Final (felling) cut here.

2!(5 cm) above center of notch.

5cm

5cm

Hinge

SAfter removing the cutout of wood, 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 wrongdirection.

Opening

of felling

cut

Closing

of

notch

Hinge holds tree on stump and helps

control fall

NOTE:Before felling cut is complete, use

wedges to open the cut when necessary to

control thedirection offall. To avoidkickback

and chain damage, use wood or plastic

wedges, but never steel or iron wedges.

SBe alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall:

cracking sounds, widening of the felling cut,

or movement in the upper branches.

SAs tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down,

and get away quickly on your planned re-

treat path.

SDO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree with

your saw. Be extremely cautious with par-

tially fallen trees that may be poorly sup-

ported. When a tree doesn’t fall completely,

set the saw aside and pull down the tree with

a cable winch, block and tackle, or tractor.

CUTTING A FALLEN TREE

(BUCKING)

Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen

tree to the desired log length.

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

SCut only one log at a time.

SCut shattered wood very carefully; sharp

pieces of wood could be flung toward oper-

ator.

SUse 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.

SDo not cut in an area where logs, limbs,

and roots are tangled. Drag the logs into a

clear area before cutting by pulling out ex-

posed and cleared logs first.

TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR

BUCKING

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 reenterthe cut. Do not

attemptto restartyoursaw whenit is pinched

or hung in a log.

Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or

wooden wedge to force cut open.

Use a wedge to remove pinched saw

Overcuttingbegins on the top side of the log

with the saw against the log. When overcut-

ting use light downward pressure.

Overcutting Undercutting

Undercuttinginvolves 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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Second cut

First cut on compression side of log

First cut on compression side of log

Second cut

BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT

SOvercut through 1/3 of the diameter of the

log.

SRoll the log over and finish with a second

overcut.

SWatch for logs with a compression side to

prevent the saw from pinching. See illustra-

tion for cutting logs with a compression side.

BUCKING USING A LOG OR SUP-

PORT STAND

SRemember your first cut is always on the

compression side of the log. (Refer to the il-

lustration below for your first and second

cuts).

SYour first cut should extend 1/3 of the

diameter of the log.

SFinish with your second cut.

1st Cut

2nd Cut

Using a log for support

2nd Cut

1st Cut

1st Cut

2nd Cut

Using a support stand

1st Cut

2nd 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 suchcontact can re-

sult in serious injury.

WARNING:Never climb intoa treeto

limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders, plat-

forms, a log, or in any position which can

cause you to lose your balance or control of

the saw.

IMPORTANT POINTS

SWork slowly, keeping both hands firmly

gripped on the saw. Maintain secure foot-

ing and balance.

SWatch 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.

SBe 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.

SKeep a clear work area. Frequently clear

branches out of the way to avoid tripping

over them.

LIMBING

SAlways limb a tree after it is cut down. Only

then can limbing be done safely and prop-

erly.

SLeave the larger limbs underneath the

felled tree to support the tree as you work.

SStart at base of the felled tree and work to-

ward the top, cutting branches and limbs.

Remove small limbs with one cut.

SKeep the tree between you and the chain.

Cut from the side of the tree opposite the

branch you are cutting.

SRemove larger, supporting branches with

the cutting techniquesdescribed in BUCK-

ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.

SAlways use an overcut to cut small and

freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could

cause limbs to fall and pinch saw.

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.

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SMake your first cut 1/3 of the way through

the bottom of the limb.

SNext make a 2nd cut all the way through

the limb. Then cut a third overcut leaving

a 1 to2 inch collar from thetrunk of the tree.

First cut

Second cut

Third cut

Collar

Pruning technique

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: Muffler is very hotduring

and after use. Do not touch the muffler or al-

low combustible material such as dry grass

or fuel to do so.

We recommend all service and adjustments

not listed in this manual be performed by an

Authorized Service Dealer.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Check:

Fuel mixture level Before each use....

Bar lubrication Before each use.......

Chain tension Before each use.......

Chain sharpness Before each use....

For damaged parts Before each use..

For loose caps Before each use......

For loose fasteners Before each use...

For loose parts Before each use......

Inspect and Clean:

Bar Before each use................

Complete saw After each use.......

Air filter Every 5 hours*.............

Chain brake Every 5 hours*........

Spark arresting screen

and muffler Every 25 hours*.........

Replace spark plug Year ly.

Replace fuel filter Year ly...

* Hours of Operation

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 15

tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation, which-

ever comes first. Clean more frequently in

dusty conditions. A used air filter can never

be completely cleaned. It is advisable to re-

place your air filter witha newone afterevery

50hoursof operation,or annually,whichever

comes first.

1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.

2. Remove cylinder cover.

3. Remove air filter.

4. Clean the air filter using hot soapy water.

Rinse with clean cool water. Air dry com-

pletely before reinstalling.

5. Reinstall air filter.

6. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws.

TIghten securely.

Air Filter

Air Filter

Screws

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING:Thechainwill bemoving

during most of this procedure. Wear your

protective equipment and observe all safety

precautions. The chain must not move at idle

speed.

The carburetor has been carefully set at the

factory. Adjustments may be necessary if

you notice any of the following conditions:

SChain moves at idle. See IDLE SPEED--T

adjusting procedure.

SSaw will not idle. See IDLE SPEED--T ad-

justing procedure.

Idle Speed---T

Allow engine to idle. If the chain moves, idle

is too fast. Ifthe engine stalls, idle is too slow.

Adjust speed until engine runs without chain

movement (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too

s l ow ) . T he i dl e s peed s c r ew is labeled "T".

S Tur n i dl e s peed s c r ew ( T ) c l oc k w i s e t o i n-

crease engine speed.

STurn idle speed screw (T) counterclock-

wise to decrease engine speed.

If you require further assistance or are unsure

about performing this procedure, contact your

authorized service dealer.

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 wornbar will dam-

age your chain and make cutting difficult.

After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is

in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust

from the guide bar and sprocket hole.

To maintain guide bar:

SMove ON/STOP switch to the STOP posi-

tion.

SLoosen and remove chain brake nuts and

chain brake. Remove bar and chain from

saw.

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SClean the oil holes and bar groove after

each 5 hours of operation.

Remove Sawdust From

Guide Bar Groove

Oil Holes

SBurring of guide bar rails is a normal

process of rail wear. Remove these burrs

with a flat file.

SWhen rail top is uneven, use a flat file to re-

store square edges and sides.

Correct GrooveWorn Groove

File Rail Edges

and Sides

Square

Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,

the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when

excess heating or burring of the rails occurs.

If replacement is necessary, use only the

guide bar specified for your saw in the repair

parts list or on the decal located on thechain

saw.

CHAIN SHARPENING

Chain sharpening is a complicated task that

requires special tools. We recommended

you refer chain sharpening to a professional

chain sharpener.

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.

1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.

2. Remove the cylinder cover.

3. Pull off the spark plug boot.

4. Remove spark plug from cylinder and

discard.

5. Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark

plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch

(19 mm) socket wrench. Spark plug gap

should be 0.025 inches (0,6 mm).

6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3

screws. Tighten securely.

Spark Plug Boot

STORAGE

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 motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

Storeunit with all guards in place. Position so

that any sharp object cannot accidentally

cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out

of reach of children.

SBefore storing, drain all fuel from the unit.

Start engine and allow to run until it stops.

SClean the unit before storing. Pay particu-

lar attention to the air intake area, keeping

it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and

sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.

SDo notstore theunit or fuel in a closed area

where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an

openflame from hot water heaters,electric

motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

SStore in a dry area out of the reach of chil-

dren.

CAUTION:It is important to prevent gum

deposits from forming in essential fuel sys-

tem parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter,

fuel hose, or fuel tank during storage. Alco-

hol blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to fuel mixture separation and

formationof acids during storage. Acidic gas

can damage the engine.

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TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Engine will not

start or will run

only a few

seconds after

starting.

1. Ignition switch off.

2. Engine flooded.

3. Fuel tank empty.

4. Spark plug not firing.

5. Fuel not reaching

carburetor.

1. Move ignition switch to ON.

2. See “Difficult Starting” in

Operation Section.

3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

4. Install new spark plug.

5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

Check for kinked or split fuel line;

repair or replace.

Engine will

not idle

properly.

1. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

2. Crankshaft seals worn.

1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the

Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

1. Air filter dirty.

2. Spark plug fouled.

3. Chain brake engaged.

4. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

Engine will not

accelerate,

lacks power,

or dies under

a load.

1. Clean or replace air filter.

2. Clean or replace plug and regap.

3. Disengage chain brake.

4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine

smokes

excessively.

1. Too much oil mixed with

gasoline. 1. Empty fuel tank and refill with

correct fuel mixture.

WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of

the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.

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Chain moves

at idle speed. 1. Idle speed requires

adjustment.

2. Clutch requires repair.

1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the

Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY

Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company

(”Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product

to the original purchaser to be free from defects

in material and workmanship from the date of

purchase for the “Warranty Period” of the prod-

ucts as set forth below:

Lifetime Warranty: All tiller tines against

breakage, trimmer shafts, ignition coils and

modules on hand held product.

3 Year Warranty: Spindles (on Zero Turn

Riders and Commercial Walk--Behinds)

2 Year COMMERCIAL Warranty: Husq-

varna Commercial Turf Equipment -- zero

turn riders, wide area walks, and ground en-

gaging commercial equipment.

2 Year NON--COMMERCIAL Warranty: Au-

tomatic mower, riding lawn mowers, yard and

garden tractors, walk behind mowers, tillers,

chain saws, trimmers, brushcutters, clearing

saws, snow blowers, hand held blowers, back-

pack blowers, hedge trimmers, electrical prod-

ucts and power--assist collection systems for

non--commercial, non--professional, non--insti-

tutional or non--income producing use, except

as herein stated.

Emission control system components neces-

sary to comply with CARB--TIER II and EPA

regulations, except for those components

which are part of engine systems manufac-

tured by third party engine manufacturers for

which the purchaser has received a separate

warranty with product information supplied at

time of purchase.

1 Year Warranty: Power cutters, stump

grinder, pole pruners and pole saws for non--

commercial, non--professional, non--institu-

tional or non--income producing use. All trim-

mers, brushcutters, clearing saws, hovering

trimmers, stick edgers, backpack blowers,

hand held blowers, hedge trimmers, and

power--assist collection systems used for

commercial, institutional, professional, or in-

come producing purposes or use.

Batteries have a one year prorated limited

warranty with 100% replacement during the

first 6 months.

90 Day Warranty: Automatic mower, chain

saws, power cutters, stump grinders, pole

saws, pole pruners, snow throwers, model se-

ries 580 & 600 walk--behind mowers, and com-

mercial turf equipment or any Husqvarna prod-

uct used for commercial, institutional,

professional, or income producing purposes or

use except as otherwise provided herein.

Husqvarna Safety Apparel carries a 90--day

warranty from the date of the customer’s origi-

nal purchase for defects in material and work-

manship. Normal wear, tear or abuse is not

covered under warranty. Product must be re-

turned to Charlotte with a warranty claim form.

All care and maintenance instructions must be

followed as stated by the manufacturer on the

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care label. The fit ofthe protective apparel/boot

is not covered under warranty.

30 Day Warranty: Replacement parts, ac-

cessories including bars and chains, tools and

display items.

SECTION 2: HUSQVARNA’S OB-

LIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY

Husqvarna will repair or replace defective com-

ponents without charge for parts or labor if a

component fails because of a defect in material

or workmanship during the warranty period.

SECTION 3: ITEMS NOT COVERED

BY THIS WARRANTY

The following items are not covered by this

warranty:

(1)Normal customer maintenance items

which become worn throughnormal regu-

lar use, including, but not limited to, belts,

blades, blade adapters, bulbs, filters,

guide bars, lubricants, rewind springs,

saw chains, spark plugs, starter ropes

and tines;

(2) Natural discoloration of material due to ul-

traviolet light.

(3)Engine and drive systems not manufac-

tured by Husqvarna; these items arecov-

ered by the respective manufacturer’s

warranty as provided in writing with the

product information supplied at the time

of purchase;all claims must besent to the

appropriate manufacturer.

(4)Lawn and garden attachments are cov-

ered by a third party which gives a war-

ranty; all claims for warranty should be

sent to the manufacturer; and

(5)Emission control system components

necessary to comply with CARB--TIER II

and EPA regulations which are manufac-

tured by third party engine manufacturer.

SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS AND

LIMITATIONS

This warranty shall be inapplicable to de-

fects resulting from the following:

(1) Accident, abuse, misuse, negligenceand

neglect, including stale fuel, dirt, abra-

sives, moisture, rust, corrosion, or any

adverse reaction due to incorrect storage

or use habits.

(2)Failure to operate or maintain the unit in ac-

cordance with the instruction manual or in-

struction sheet furnished by Husqvarna.

(3)Alterations or modifications that change

the intended use of the product or affects

the product’s performance, operation,

safety,ordurability,orcauses theproduct

to fail to comply with any applicable laws.

(4)Additional damage to parts or compo-

nents due to continued use occurring af-

ter any of the above.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PRO-

VIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE

EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PUR-

CHASER. HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE

LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CON-

SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH

OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WAR-

RANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS EXCEPT

TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLI-

CABLE LAW. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY

OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON

THESE PRODUCTS IS LIMITED IN DURA-

TION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS

DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY

STATEMENT. HUSQVARNA RESERVES

THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE

THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT WITH-

OUT NOTICE, AND DOES NOT ASSUME

OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY

MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of inci-

dental or consequential damages, or limitations

on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the

above limitations or exclusions may not apply

to you. This warranty gives you specific legal

rights, and you may also have other rights

which vary from state to state.

SECTION 5: CUSTOMER RE-

SPONSIBILITIES

The product must exhibit reasonable care,

maintenance, operation, storage and general

upkeep as written in the maintenance section

of the Owner’s/Operator’s manual. Should an

operational problem or failure occur, the prod-

uct should not be used, but delivered as is to an

authorized Husqvarna dealer for evaluation.

Proof of purchase, as explained in Section 6,

rests solely with the customer.

SECTION 6: PROCEDURE TO OB-

TAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION

It is the Owner’s and Dealer’s responsibility

to make certain that the Warranty Registra-

tion Card is properly filled out and mailed to

HusqvarnaForest & GardenCompany. This

card should be mailed within ten (10) days

from the date of purchase in order to confirm

the warranty and to facilitate post--sale ser-

vice.

Proof of purchase must be presented to the

authorized Husqvarna dealer in order to ob-

tain warranty service. This proof must in-

clude date purchased, model number, serial

number, and complete name and address of

the selling dealer.

To obtain the benefit of this warranty, the

product believed to be defectivemust be de-

livered to an authorizedHusqvarna dealer in

a timely manner,no later thanthirty (30)days

from date of the operational problem or fail-

ure. The product must be delivered at the

owner’s expense. Pick--up and delivery

charges are not covered by this warranty.

An authorized Husqvarna dealer can be nor-

mally located through the “Yellow Pages” of

the local telephone directory or by calling

1--800--HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area.

7349 Statesville Road

CHARLOTTE, NC 28269

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U.S. EPA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA

EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-

LIGATIONS: The U. S. Environmental

Protection Agency, Environment Canada

and HUSQVARNA are pleased to explain

the emissions control system warranty on

your year 2002--2004 small off--road engine.

HUSQVARNA must warrant the emission

control system onyour small off--roadengine

for the periods of time listed below provided

there has beenno abuse, neglect, or improp-

er maintenance of your small off--road en-

gine. Your emission control system includes

parts such as the carburetor and the ignition

system. Where a warrantable condition ex-

ists, HUSQVARNAwill repair your small off--

roadengineat nocost to you. Expenses cov-

ered under warrantyinclude diagnosis, parts

andlabor. MANUFACTURER’SWARRAN-

TY COVERAGE: If any emissions related

part on your engine (as listed under Emis-

sions Control Warranty Parts List) is defec-

tive or a defect in the materials or workman-

ship of the engine causes the failure of such

an emission related part, the part will be re-

paired or replaced by HUSQVARNA. OWN-

ER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the small off--road engine owner, you are

responsible for the performance of the re-

quired maintenance listed in your instruction

manual. HUSQVARNA recommends that

you retain all receipts covering maintenance

on your small off--road engine, but HUSQ-

VARNA cannot deny warranty solely for the

lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure

the performance of all scheduled mainte-

nance. As the small off--road engine owner,

you should be aware that HUSQVARNA

may deny you warranty coverage if your

small off--road engine or a part of it has failed

due to abuse, neglect, improper mainte-

nance, unapprovedmodifications, or the use

of parts not made or approved by the original

equipment manufacturer. You are responsi-

ble for presenting your small off--road engine

to a HUSQVARNA authorized repair center

as soon as a problem exists. Warranty re-

pairs should be completed in a reasonable

amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you

have any questions regarding yourwarranty

rights and responsibilities, you should con-

tact your nearest authorized service center

or call HUSQVARNA at 1--800--487--5962.

WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE:

The warranty period begins on the date the

small off--road engine is purchased.

LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This warranty

shall be for a period of two years from the ini-

tial date of purchase. WHAT IS COVERED:

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS.

Repair or replacement of any warrantedpart

will be performed at no charge to the owner

at an approved HUSQVARNA servicing

center. If you have any questions regarding

your warranty rights and responsibilities,

you should contact your nearest authorized

service center or call HUSQVARNA at

1--800--487--5962. WARRANTY PERIOD:

Any warranted part which is not scheduled

for replacement as required maintenance, or

which is scheduled only for regular inspec-

tion to the effect of “repair or replace as nec-

essary” shall be warranted for 2 years. Any

warranted part which is scheduled for re-

placement as requiredmaintenance shall be

warrantedfor the period of time up to the first

scheduled replacement point for that part.

DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be

charged for diagnostic labor which leads to

the determination that a warrantedpart is de-

fective if the diagnostic work is performed at

an approved HUSQVARNA servicing cen-

ter. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES:

HUSQVARNA may be liable for damages to

other engine components caused by the fail-

ure of a warranted part still under warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All failures

caused by abuse, neglect, or impropermain-

tenance are not covered. ADD--ON OR

MODIFIED PARTS: The use of add--on or

modified parts can be grounds for disallow-

ing a warranty claim. HUSQVARNA is not li-

able to cover failures of warranted parts

caused by the use of add--on or modified

parts. HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you have

any questions regarding your warranty

rights and responsibilities, you should con-

tact your nearest authorized service center

or call HUSQVARNA at 1--800--487--5962.

WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:

Warranty services or repairs shall be pro-

vided at all HUSQVARNA service centers.

Call 1--800--487--5962. MAINTENANCE,

REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMIS-

SION RELATED PARTS: Any HUSQVAR-

NA approved replacement part used in the

performance of any warranty maintenance

or repair on emission related parts will be

provided without charge to the owner if the

part is under warranty. EMISSION CON-

TROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carbure-

tor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up

to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.

MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner

is responsible for the performance of all re-

quired maintenance as defined in the in-

struction manual.

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The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.

Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.

This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:

Moderate (50 hours)

Intermediate (125 hours)

Extended (300 hours)