Adjusting the tension:
Chain tension is very important.
Chain
stretches during use. This is especially true
during the first few times you use your saw.
Always check chain tension each time you
use and refuel your saw.
You
can adjust the chain tension by
loosening the chain brake nuts and turning
the adjusting screw 1/4 of a turn while lifting
up on the bar.
Place chain onto the sprocket
8.
9.
Fit bottom of drive links between the
teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the
guide bar.
S Ifchainistootight,turnadjustingscrew1/4
turn counterclockwise.
S If chain is too loose, turn adjusting screw
Fit chain drive links in bar groove.
1/4
turn clockwise.
10.
Pull the bar forward until the chain is
snug in theguide bar groove. Ensureall
drive links are in the bar groove.
11.
Now, install chain brake making surethe
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower
hole inthe guidebar. Remember this pin
moves the bar forward and backward as
the screw is turned.
Adjusting screw
12.
Installchainbrakenutsandfingertighten
only. Once the chain is tensioned, you
will need to tighten chain brake nuts.
Chain Brake Nuts
CHAIN TENSION (Including units with
chain already installed)
Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn
NOTE: When adjusting chain tension,
make sure the chain brake nuts are finger
tight only. Attempting to tension the chain
when the chain brake nuts are tight can
cause damage.
S Lift up the tip of the bar and tighten the
chain brake nuts with the bar tool.
S Recheck chain tension.
Checking the tension:
Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjust-
menttool(bar tool) tomovethe chainaround
the bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too
tight.Iftooloose, thechainwillsagbelowthe
bar.
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.
WARNING:
Muffler is very hot dur-
ingandafter use. Donot touchthe muffler or
allow combustible material such as dry
grass or fuel to do so.
Chain Adjustment
Tool (Bar Tool)
Chain Brake Nuts
FUELING & LUBRICATION
FUELING ENGINE
When mixing fuel follow the instructions
printed on the container. Always read and
follow the safety rules listed under HANDLE
FUEL WITH CAUTION.
WARNING: Removefuel capslow-
ly when refueling.
This
engine
is
certified
to
operate on
operation,
IMPORTANT
unleaded
gasoline.
Before
Experienceindicates thatalcoholblendedfuels
(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,
empty the fuel system 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
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
2-cycle We
air-cooled
engine
oil.
recommendHusqvarnaRbrandoil.Ifyoudo
not use this oil, use a good quality 2-cycle
air-cooled oil designed to be mixed at a ratio
of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing
0,125
liter of oil with 5 liters of unleaded
gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive or boat
These oils will cause engine damage.
oil.
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Husqvarna Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Husqvarna 137, Husqvarna 142 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
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| Document Type | Operator's Manual |
| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Husqvarna, Chainsaw |
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| Publisher | husqvarna.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Husqvarna |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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