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565, 572XP, 572XPG

EN Operator's manual 2-39

ContentsIntroduction..................................................................... 2

Safety..............................................................................3

Assembly...................................................................... 11

Operation...................................................................... 12

Maintenance................................................................. 23

Troubleshooting............................................................ 35

Transportation and storage...........................................35

Technical data.............................................................. 36

Accessories.................................................................. 37

EC Declaration of Conformity....................................... 39

IntroductionProduct descriptionHusqvarna 565, 572XP and 572XPG are chainsawmodels with a fuel engine.

Work is constantly in progress to improve the designand technology - improvements that increase yoursafety and efficiency. Visit your servicing dealerregularly to see whether you can benefit from newfeatures that have been introduced.

Intended useThis product is for forest service such as felling, limbingand cutting.

Note: National regulations can restrict the use of theproduct.

Product overview 565/572XP/572XPG

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1. Cylinder cover2. Air purge3. Throttle trigger lockout4. Rear handle5. Information and warning decal6. Start/stop switch7. Fuel level window8. Fuel tank

9. Starter handle10. Starter housing11. Chain oil tank12. Bar tip sprocket13. Guide bar14. Saw chain15. Muffler16. Chain brake and front hand guard

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17. Front handle18. Decompression valve19. Switch for heated handles (572XPG)20. Right hand guard21. Throttle trigger22. Product and serial number plate23. Oil pump adjustment screw24. Clutch cover25. Chain tensioning screw26. Chain catcher27. Spiked bumper28. Guide-bar cover29. Operator's manual30. Combination spanner

Symbols on the product

Careless or incorrect use of this product canresult in serious or fatal injury to the operatoror others.

Read the operator's manual carefully andmake sure you understand the instructionsbefore you use this product.

Always wear approved protective helmet,approved hearing protection and protectivegoggles or a visor.

This product is in accordance withapplicable EC Directives.

Noise emission to the environmentaccording to the EC Directive. The product's

emission is specified in the Technical datachapter and on the label.

Chain brake, activated (right). Chain brake,not activated (left).

Decompression valve.

Ignition; choke

Air purge.

Adjustment of the oil pump.

Refuelling.

Chain oil fill.

If your product bears this symbol it hasheated handles.

Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer tocertification requirements for certain markets.

SafetyGeneral safety instructions

WARNING: Read the warning instructionsthat follow before you use the product.

• A chainsaw is a dangerous tool if used carelessly orincorrectly and can cause serious injury or death. Itis very important that you read and understand thecontents of this operator’s manual.

• Under no circumstances may the design of theproduct be modified without the permission of themanufacturer. Do not use a product that appears tohave been modified by others and always useoriginal accessories. Non-authorized modificationsand/or accessories can result in serious personalinjury or the death of the operator or others.

• The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that maybe carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these elementsin the event of a damaged muffler.

• Long term inhalation of the engine’s exhaust fumes,chain oil mist and dust from sawdust can represent ahealth risk.

• This product produces an electromagnetic fieldduring operation. This field may under somecircumstances interfere with active or passivemedical implants. To reduce the risk of serious orfatal injury, we recommend persons with medicalimplants to consult their physician and the medicalimplant manufacturer before operating this product.

• The information in this operator's manual is never asubstitute for professional skills and experience. Ifyou get into a situation where you feel unsafe, stopand seek expert advice. Contact your servicing

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dealer or an experienced chainsaw user. Do notattempt any task that you feel unsure of!

Safety instructions for operation


• Before using a chainsaw you must understand theeffects of kickback and how to avoid them. Seeinstructions under the heading What is kickback? onpage 16.

• Never use a product that is faulty. Carry out thesafety checks, maintenance and service instructionsdescribed in this manual. Some maintenance andservice measures must be carried out by trained andqualified specialists. See instructions under Maintenance on page 23

• Never use a product with visible damage to thespark plug guard and ignition cable. A risk ofsparking arises, which can cause a fire.

• Never use the product if you are fatigued, whileunder the influence of alcohol or drugs, medicationor anything that could affect your vision, alertness,coordination or judgement.

• Do not use the product in bad weather such asdense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold,etcetera. Working in bad weather is tiring and oftenbrings added risks, such as icy ground,unpredictable felling direction, etcetera.

• Faulty cutting equipment or the wrong combinationof guide bar and saw chain increases the risk ofkickback! Only use the guide bar and saw chaincombinations we recommend, and follow the filinginstructions. See instructions under Accessories onpage 37

• Never start a chainsaw unless the bar, saw chainand all covers are fitted correctly. See instructionsunder the heading Assembly on page 11. Without abar and saw chain attached to the chainsaw theclutch can come loose and cause serious injury.

• Do not drop start. This method is very dangerousbecause you may lose control of the chainsaw.

• Never start the product indoors. Exhaust fumes canbe dangerous if inhaled.

• Observe your surroundings and make sure that thereis no risk of people or animals coming in contact withor affect your control of the product.

• Never allow children to use or be in the vicinity of theproduct. As the product is equipped with a spring-loaded start/stop switch and can be started by lowspeed and force on the starter handle, even smallchildren under some circumstances can produce theforce necessary to start the product. This can meana risk of serious personal injury. Therefore removethe spark plug cap when the product is not underclose supervision.

• You must have a steady stance in order to have fullcontrol over the chainsaw. Never work standing on aladder, in a tree or where you do not have a firmground to stand on.

• Lack of concentration can lead to kickback if thekickback zone of the bar accidentally touches abranch, nearby tree or some other object.

• Never use a chainsaw by holding it with one hand. Achainsaw is not safely controlled with one hand.

• Always hold the chainsaw with both hands. The righthand should be on the rear handle, and the left hand

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on the front handle. All people, whether right or lefthanded, should use this grip. Use a firm grip withthumbs and fingers encircling the chainsaw handles.This grip minimizes the risk of kickback and lets youkeep the chainsaw under control. Do not let go of thehandles!

• Never use the chainsaw above shoulder height andtry not to cut with the tip of the bar.

• Do not use a chainsaw in a situation where youcannot call for help in case of an accident.

• Before moving your chainsaw, switch off the engineand lock the saw chain using the chain brake. Carrythe chainsaw with the bar and chain pointingbackwards. Fit a guard to the bar before transportingthe chain saw or carrying it for any distance.

• When you put the chainsaw on the ground, lock thesaw chain using the chain brake and ensure youhave a constant view of the product. Switch theengine off before leaving your chainsaw for anylength of time.

• Sometimes chips get stuck in the clutch covercausing the saw chain to jam. Always stop theengine before cleaning.

• Running an engine in a confined or badly ventilatedarea can result in death due to asphyxiation orcarbon monoxide poisoning.

• It is not possible to cover every conceivable situationyou can face when using a chainsaw. Alwaysexercise care and use your common sense. Avoid allsituations which you consider to be beyond yourcapability. If you still feel uncertain about operatingprocedures after reading these instructions, youshould consult an expert before continuing. Do nothesitate to contact your dealer or us if you have anyquestions about the use of the chainsaw. We willwillingly be of service and provide you with advice aswell as help you to use your chainsaw both efficientlyand safely. Attend a training course in chainsawusage if possible. Your dealer, forestry school oryour library can provide information about whichtraining materials and courses are available.

Personal protective equipment


• Most chainsaw accidents happen when the sawchain touches the operator. You must use approvedpersonal protective equipment whenever you use themachine. Personal protective equipment cannoteliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce thedegree of injury if an accident does happen. Askyour servicing dealer for help in choosing the rightequipment.

• Always wear personal protective equipment. Useappropriate protections for your arms. Generallyclothes should be close-fitting without restricting yourfreedom of movement. Regularly check the conditionof the personal protective equipment.

• Wear an approved protective helmet.• Wear approved hearing protection. Long-term

exposure to noise can result in permanent hearingimpairment

• Always wear protective glasses or a face visor toreduce the risk of injury from thrown objects. A chainsaw is capable of throwing objects, such as woodchips, small pieces of wood, etc, at great force. Thiscan result in serious injury, especially to the eyes.

• Wear gloves with saw protection.• Wear trousers with saw protection.• Wear boots with saw protection, steel toe-cap and

non-slip sole.• Always have a first aid kit nearby.• Sparks can come from the muffler, the bar and chain

or other sources. Always have fire extinguishingtools and a shovel available to help prevent forestfires.

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Safety devices on the product


In this section the product’s safety features and theirfunction are explained. For inspection and maintenancesee instructions under the heading Examination,maintenance and service of the product's safetyequipment on page 23. See instructions under theheading Product overview 565/572XP/572XPG on page2 to find where these parts are located on your product.

The life span of the machine can be reduced and therisk of accidents can increase if product maintenance isnot carried out correctly and if service and/or repairs arenot carried out professionally. If you need furtherinformation please contact your nearest servicing dealer.

WARNING: Never use a product withdefective safety components. Safetyequipment must be inspected andmaintained. See instructions under theheading Examination, maintenance andservice of the product's safety equipment onpage 23. If your machine does not pass allthe checks, take the chainsaw to a servicingdealer for repair.

Chain brake and front hand guard

Your chainsaw is equipped with a chain brake that isdesigned to stop the saw chain if you get a kickback.The chain brake reduces the risk of accidents, but onlyyou can prevent them.

WARNING: Avoid situations where there is arisk of kickback. Take care when using yourchainsaw and make sure the kickback zoneof the guide bar never touches any object.

The chain brake (A) can either be activated manually (byyour left hand) or automatically by the inertia releasemechanism.

The brake is engaged when the front hand guard (B) ispushed forwards.

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This movement activates a spring-loaded mechanismthat tightens the brake band (C) around the engine drivesystem (D) (clutch drum).

C D

The front hand guard is not designed solely to activatethe chain brake. Another important feature is that itreduces the risk of your left hand hitting the saw chain ifyou lose grip of the front handle.

The chain brake must be engaged when the chainsaw isstarted to prevent the saw chain from rotating.

Use the chain brake as a ”parking brake” when startingand when moving over short distances, to reduce the

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risk of moving chain accidentally hitting your leg oranyone or anything close by.

To release the chain brake pull the front hand guardbackwards, towards the front handle.

Kickback can be very sudden and violent. Mostkickbacks are minor and do not always activate thechain brake. If this happens you should hold thechainsaw firmly and not let go.

The way the chain brake is activated, either manually orautomatically by the inertia release mechanism,depends on the force of the kickback and the position ofthe chainsaw in relation to the object that the kickbackzone of the guide bar strikes. If you get a violentkickback while the kickback zone of the guide bar isfarthest away from you the chain brake is designed to beactivated by the inertia in the kickback direction.

If the kickback is less violent or the kickback zone of theguide bar is closer to you the saw chain brake will beactivated manually by the movement of your left hand.

In the felling position the left hand is in a position thatmakes manual activation of the chain brake impossible.With this type of grip, that is when the left hand is placedso that it cannot affect the movement of the front hand

guard, the chain brake can only be activated by theinertia action.

Common questions about kickback

• Will my hand always activate the chain brake duringa kickback?

No. It takes a certain force to move the hand guardforward. If your hand only lightly touches the fronthand guard or slips over it, the force may not beenough to trigger the chain brake. You should alsomaintain a firm grip of the chainsaw handles whileworking. If you do and experience a kickback, yourhand may never leave the front handle and will notactivate the chain brake, or the chain brake will onlyactivate after the chainsaw has swung around aconsiderable distance. In such instances, the chainbrake might not have enough time to stop the sawchain before it touches you. There are also certainpositions in which your hand cannot reach the fronthand guard to activate the chain brake; for example,when the saw chain is held in felling position.

• Will my inertia activated chain brake always activateduring kickback in the event of a kickback?

No. First, your brake must be in working order.Testing the brake is simple, see instructions underthe heading Examination, maintenance and serviceof the product's safety equipment on page 23. Werecommend you do this before you begin each worksession. Second, the kickback must be strongenough to activate the chain brake. If the chainbrake is too sensitive it would activate all the time,which would be a nuisance.

• Will my chain brake always protect me from injury inthe event of a kickback?

No. First, the chain brake must be in working orderto provide the intended protection. Second, it mustbe activated during the kickback as described aboveto stop the saw chain. Third, the chain brake may beactivated but if the guide bar is too close to you thebrake might not have enough time to slow down andstop the saw chain before the chainsaw hits you.

WARNING: Only you and proper workingtechnique can eliminate kickback and itsdangers.

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Throttle trigger lockout

The throttle trigger lockout is designed to preventaccidental operation of the throttle trigger. When youpress the throttle trigger lockout down (A) (in examplewhen you grasp the handle) it releases the throttletrigger (B). When you let go of the handle, the throttletrigger and the throttle trigger lockout both return to theirdefault positions. This design locks the throttle trigger atidle setting.

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Chain catcher

The chain catcher is designed to catch the chain if itsnaps or jumps off. This should not happen if the chainis properly tensioned (see instructions under theheading To tension the saw chain on page 30) and ifthe bar and chain are properly serviced and maintained(see instructions under the heading Maintenance onpage 23).

Right hand guard

Apart from protecting your hand if the chain jumps orsnaps, the right hand guard stops branches and twigsfrom interfering with your grip on the rear handle.

Vibration damping system

Your product is equipped with a vibration dampingsystem that is designed to minimize vibration and makeoperation easier. The product′s vibration dampingsystem reduces the transfer of vibration between theengine unit/cutting equipment and the product′s handle

unit. The body of the chainsaw, including the cuttingequipment, is insulated from the handles by vibrationdamping units.

Cutting hardwoods (most broadleaf trees) creates morevibration than cutting softwoods (most conifers). Cuttingwith cutting equipment that is blunt or faulty (wrong typeor badly sharpened) will increase the vibration level.

WARNING: Overexposure to vibration canlead to circulatory damage or nerve damagein people who have impaired circulation.Contact your doctor if you experiencesymptoms of overexposure to vibration.Such symptoms include numbness, loss offeeling, tingling, pricking, pain, loss ofstrength, changes in skin colour or condition.These symptoms normally appear in thefingers, hands or wrists. These symptomsmay be increased in cold temperatures.

Start/stop switch

Use the start/stop switch to switch off the engine.

Muffler

The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to aminimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from theuser.

WARNING: The exhaust fumes from theengine are hot and may contain sparkswhich can start a fire. Never start themachine indoors or near combustiblematerial!

In areas with a hot, dry climate there is a high risk offires. These areas are sometimes subject to government

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rules requiring among other things the muffler must beequipped with an approved type of spark arrestor mesh.

WARNING: The muffler gets very hot duringand after use. This also applies during idling.Be aware of the fire hazard, especially whenworking near flammable substances and/orvapours.

WARNING: Never use a saw without amuffler, or with a damaged muffler. Adamaged muffler may substantially increasethe noise level and the fire hazard. Keep firefighting equipment handy. If a spark arrestorscreen is required in your area, never usethe saw without or with a broken sparkarrestor screen.

Fuel safety


• Make sure there is plenty of ventilation whenrefuelling or mixing fuel (petrol and two-stroke oil).

• Fuel and fuel vapour are highly flammable and cancause serious injury when inhaled or allowed tocome in contact with the skin. For this reasonobserve caution when handling fuel and make surethere is adequate ventilation.

• Take care when handling fuel and chain oil. Beaware of the risks of fire, explosion and thoseassociated with inhalation.

• Do not smoke and do not place any hot objects inthe vicinity of fuel.

• Always stop the engine and let it cool for a fewminutes before refuelling.

• When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so that anyexcess pressure is released gently.

• Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.• Never refuel the machine while the engine is

running.

• Always move the product at least 3 m (10 ft) awayfrom the refuelling area and source before starting.

After refuelling, there are some situations where youmust never start the product:

• If you have spilled fuel or chain oil on the product.Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel toevaporate.

• If you have spilled fuel on yourself or on yourclothes. Change your clothes and wash any part ofyour body that has come in contact with fuel. Usesoap and water.

• If the product leaks fuel. Regularly do a check forleaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines.

Safety instructions for maintenanceCutting equipmentThis section describes how to choose and maintain yourcutting equipment in order to:

• Reduce the risk of kickback.• Reduce the risk of the saw chain breaking or

jumping off the bar.• Obtain optimal cutting performance.• Extend the life of cutting equipment.• Avoid increasing vibration levels.


• Faulty cutting equipment or the wrong combinationof bar and saw chain increases the risk of kickback!Only use the bar/saw chain combinations werecommend, and follow the filing instructions. Seeinstructions under the heading Accessories on page37.

• Always use protective gloves when you handle thesaw chain.

• Any contact with a rotating saw chain can causeextremely serious injuries.

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• Keep the chain’s cutting teeth properly sharpened!Follow our instructions and use the recommendedfile gauge. A damaged or badly sharpened chainincreases the risk of accidents.

• Maintain the correct depth gauge setting! Follow ourinstructions and use the recommended depth gaugeclearance. Too large a clearance increases the riskof kickback.

• Keep the chain properly tensioned! If the chain isslack it is more likely to jump off and lead toincreased wear on the bar, chain and drive sprocket.

• Keep cutting equipment well lubricated and properlymaintained! A poorly lubricated chain is more likelyto break and lead to increased wear on the bar,chain and drive sprocket.

Some terms that describe the bar and chain

To maintain the safety features of the cutting equipment,you should replace a worn or damaged bar or chain witha guide bar and saw chain combinations recommendedby Husqvarna. See instructions under the heading Accessories on page 37 for a list of replacement barand chain combinations we recommend.

Guide bar

• Length (inches/cm)

L

• Number of teeth on bar tip sprocket (T).

• Chain pitch (inches). The spacing between the drivelinks of the chain must match the spacing of theteeth on the bar tip sprocket and drive sprocket.

PITCH = D

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• Number of drive links. The number of drive links isdetermined by the length of the bar, the chain pitchand the number of teeth on the bar tip sprocket.

• Bar groove width (inches/mm). The groove in the barmust match the width of the chain drive links.

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• Chain oil hole and hole for chain tensioner. The barmust be matched to the chain saw design.

Saw chain

• Chain pitch (inches)

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• Drive link width (mm/inches)

• Number of drive links.

Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickback

The only way to avoid kickback is to make sure that thekickback zone of the bar never touches anything. Byusing cutting equipment with ”built-in” kickback reductionand keeping the chain sharp and wellmaintained youcan reduce the effects of kickback.

Guide bar

The smaller the tip radius the lower the chance ofkickback.

Saw chain

A chain is made up of a number of links, which areavailable in standard and low-kickback versions.

WARNING: No saw chain design eliminatesthe danger of kickback.

AssemblyIntroduction

WARNING: Read and understand the safetychapter before you assemble the product.

WARNING: Always wear protective gloveswhen you assemble the saw chain.

WARNING: The start/stop switchautomatically returns to run position. In orderto prevent unintentional starting, the spark

plug cap must be removed from the sparkplug when assembling, checking and/orperforming maintenance.

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To assemble the guide bar and sawchain1. Move the front hand guard towards the front handle

to disengage the chain brake.

2. Remove the bar nut(s) and the clutch cover. Removethe transportation ring (A).

3. Assemble the guide bar onto the bar bolt(s). Steerthe guide bar to its most rear position.

4. Assemble the saw chain around the drive sprocketand engage it in the groove on the guide bar. Starton the top edge of the guide bar. Make sure that thedrive links of the saw chain are assembled correctlyaround the drive sprocket and in the groove in theguide bar.

5. Make sure that the edges of the cutting links areturned forward on the top edge of the guide bar.

6. Assemble the clutch cover and steer the hole in theguide bar to the chain adjuster pin.

7. Tighten the bar nut(s) finger tight.8. Tighten the saw chain. See To tension the saw chain

on page 30 for instructions.

Note: If the clutch cover is difficult to remove, tighten thebar nut(s), engage the chain brake and rerelease. Anaudible click will be heard if it is released properly.

OperationIntroduction

WARNING: Read and understand the safetychapter before you use the product.

WARNING: The start/stop switchautomatically returns to run position. In orderto prevent unintentional starting, the sparkplug cap must be removed from the sparkplug when assembling, checking and/orperforming maintenance.

WARNING: Always wear personal protectiveequipment. See header Personal protectiveequipment on page 5

To do a function check before you usethe product1. Do a check of the chain brake to make sure that it

operates correctly and that it is not damaged.2. Do a check of the rear right hand guard to make sure

that it is not damaged.3. Do a check of the throttle lockout to make sure that it

operates correctly and that it is not damaged.4. Do a check of the start/stop switch to make sure that

it operates correctly and that it is not damaged.5. Make sure that there is no oil on the handles.6. Do a check of the anti vibration system to make sure

that it operates correctly and that it is not damaged.7. Do a check of the muffler to make sure that it is

correctly attached and that it is not damaged.

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8. Do a check of the chain saw to make sure that allparts are correctly attached and not damaged ormissing.

9. Do a check of the chain catcher to make sure that itis attached correctly.

10. Do a check of the chain tension.

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FuelThis product have a two-stroke engine and must alwaysrun on a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke oil.

Gasoline• Use unleaded or leaded gasoline of a good quality.• The lowest recommended octane grade is 90 (RON).

CAUTION: Use of a lower octane gradecan cause engine knocking. Engineknocking leads to high enginetemperature and increased bearing load,which causes engine damages.

• We recommend a higher octane when you do workwith continuous high revolutions, for example whenyou use the limbing technique.

Husqvarna alkylate fuel

We recommend you to use Husqvarna alkylate fuel forbest performance. The fuel contains less harmfulmaterials compared to regular fuel, which decreasesharmful exhaust fumes. The fuel has a low quantity ofremains after combustion, which keeps the componentsof the engine more clean. This extends the life of theengine. Husqvarna alkylate fuel is not available in allmarkets.

Ethanol fuel

Husqvarna recommends commercial available fuel withmaximum 10% ethanol contents.

Running-in

Do not run the engine at full throttle without load forextended periods during the first 10 hours.

Two-stroke oil• For best results and performance use Husqvarna

two-stroke oil, which is specially formulated for ourtwo-stroke engines. Mixture 1:50 (2%).

• If Husqvarna two-stroke oil is not available, use adifferent two-stroke oil of good quality that is

formulated for air-cooled engines. Consult yourservicing dealer when you select an oil.

• Do not use two-stroke oil for water-cooled outboardengines, also referred to as outboard oil.

• Do not use oil intended for four-stroke engines.

Gasoline, l Two-stroke oil,l

2% (1:50)

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To mix gasoline and two-stroke oil

CAUTION: There is a risk that small errorsinfluence the ratio of the mixture drasticallywhen you mix small quantities of fuel.Carefully measure the quantity of oil to bemixed to make sure that you get the correctmixture.

1. Fill half the quantity of the gasoline to be used.2. Add the full quantity of oil and mix (shake) the fuel

mixture.3. Add the remaining quantity of gasoline.4. Carefully mix (shake) the fuel mixture and fill the fuel

tank of the product.5. Empty and clean the fuel tank if you do not use the

product for some time.

Note: Do not mix fuel for more than 1 month at a timeand always mix gasoline and oil in a clean containerintended for fuel.

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Chain oilAll Husqvarna chainsaws have an automatic chainlubrication system. On some models the oil flow is alsoadjustable.

Chain oil must show good adherence to the saw chainand also keep its flow characteristics during warmsummer and cold winter weather.

The chain oil from Husqvarna has a vegetable oil baseand is also biodegradable. We recommend you to use ofour chain oil for maximum saw chain life and to minimiseenvironmental damage. If this chain oil is not available,we recommend you to use a standard chain oil.

The fuel runs out before the chain oil from the two tanks.This is a safety feature and it is necessary that youfollow the requirements below:

• Use an oil of the right grade (suitable viscosityrange) to agree with the air temperature. If the oil istoo thin it will run out before the fuel. In temperaturesbelow 0°C (32°F) some oils become too viscous.This can cause the oil pump to overload and result indamage to the oil pump components.

• Adjust the carburetor as recommended. A leanmixture causes the chain oil tank to empty before thefuel tank.

• Use the recommended cutting equipment. A guidebar that is too long will use more chain oil.

WARNING: Do not use waste oil! Waste oilis dangerous to you and the environment.Waste oil also causes damage to the oilpump, the guide bar and the saw chain.

WARNING: Deficiente lubrication of thecutting equipment can cause the saw chainto break, which can cause serious injury ordeath.

Consult your servicing dealer when you select a chainoil.

To fill the fuel tank1. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap.2. Shake the container and make sure that the fuel is

fully mixed.

3. Fill the fuel tank and the chain oil tank at the sametime. The capacities of the chain oil tank and fueltank are carefully correlated.

4. Tighten the fuel tank cap carefully.5. Move the product 3 m (10 ft) or more away from the

refueling area and source before starting.

CAUTION: Contamination in the tankscauses malfunction. Clean the fuel tank andchain oil tank regularly and replace the fuelfilter one time a year or more.

To start the productTo prepare start with a cold engine1. Engage the chain brake by moving the front hand

guard forward.

WARNING: The chain brake must beengaged when the chainsaw is started todecrease the risk that the saw chaintouches you during start.

2. Pull the red control out and up to set the start/stopswitch in the choke position. (1)

3. Press the decompression valve to decrease thepressure in the cylinder and make starting easier.The valve automatically goes back to its defaultposition when the product starts. (2)

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4. Press the air purge diaphragm again and again untilfuel starts to fill the diaphragm (about 6 times). Thediaphragm must not be filled up. (3)

(1)

(3)

(2)

To prepare start with a warm engine

1. Engage the chain brake by moving the front handguard forward.

WARNING: The chain brake must beengaged when the chainsaw is started todecrease the risk that the saw chaintouches you during start.

2. Pull the red control out and up to set the start/stopswitch in the choke position. (1).

Note: Do not use the decompression valve. (2)

3. Press the air purge diaphragm again and again untilfuel starts to fill the diaphragm (about 6 times). Thediaphragm must not be filled up. (3)

4. Press down the start/stop switch to get start throttlesetting. (4)

(1) (4)

(2)

(3)

To start the product1. Hold the front handle with your left hand. Put your

right foot into the boot grip through the lower sectionof the rear handle.

2. Press the product against the ground.

WARNING: Make sure you have safestands and that the saw chain cannottouch anything.

3. Pull the starter handle with your right hand and pullout the starter cord slowly until you feel a resistance(as the starter pawls engage). Pull the starter cordfirm and quickly until the engine starts.

4. If you start your product with a cold engine, pushdown the start/stop switch when the engine fires,which you can hear through a "puff" sound. Pull thestarter cord with power until the engine starts.

WARNING: Do not twist the starter cordaround your hand.

CAUTION: Do not pull the starter cord tofull extension and do not let go of thestarter handle when the starter cord isfully extended. This can cause damagethe product.

5. The speed of the engine must be set to idle whenthe chain brake is still engaged. Quickly disengagethe throttle trigger lockout. This prevents too muchwear to the clutch, clutch drum and brake band.

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6. Pull the front hand guard back (marked "PULL BACKTO RESET") towards the front handle to disengagethe chain brake. Use the product.

To stop the product1. Push the start/stop switch down to stop the engine.

2. Remove the spark plug cap to prevent accidentalstarting.


Basic cutting techniqueBelow we describe some general terms that areapplicable to basic cutting technique:

• To cut from above = To cut on the pull stroke. Thismeans that the saw chain pulls through the tree andthat the chainsaw body lies on the trunk when youcut. To cut on the pull stroke gives the operator

better control of the chainsaw and the position of thekickback zone.

• To cut from below = To cut on the push stroke. Thismeans that the saw chain tries to push the chainsawagainst the operator.

WARNING: Be careful when you cut withthe top edge of the guide bar. If the sawchain gets caught in the trunk, thechainsaw can be pushed against you.Unless you prevent this force there is arisk that the only the kickback zone ofthe guide bar touches the tree, which willlead to a kickback.

• Cutting = General term for cutting through wood.• Limbing = Cutting branches off a felled tree.• Splitting = When the object you are cutting breaks off

before the cut is complete.

What is kickback?

WARNING: Kickback can happen verysuddenly and violently; kicking thechainsaw, guide bar and saw chain back atthe user. If this happens when the saw chainis moving it can cause very serious, evenfatal injuries. It is vital you understand what

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causes kickback and that you can avoid it bytaking care and using the correct workingtechnique. By being prepared you reducethe risk.

The word kickback is used to describe the suddenreaction that causes the chainsaw and guide bar to jumpoff an object when the upper quadrant of the tip of thebar, known as the kickback zone, touches an object.

Kickback always occurs in the cutting plane of the guidebar. Normally the chainsaw and guide bar are thrownbackwards and upwards towards the user. However, thechainsaw may move in a different direction dependingon the way it was being used when the kickback zone ofthe guide bar touched the object.

Kickback only occurs if the kickback zone of the guidebar touches an object.

To consider before making a cut• Make sure to always use full throttle when cutting!• Make sure to reduce the speed to idle after every

cut.

CAUTION: Running the engine for toolong at full throttle without any load, forinstance without any resistance from thesaw chain during cutting, can lead toserious engine damage.

• Be careful so that the cutting equipment does notjam in the cut. Two factors decide whether the sawchain will jam or the object that you are cutting willsplit: the first is how the object is supported beforeand after cutting, and the second is whether it is intension.

WARNING: If the saw chain jams in thecut: Stop the engine! Don’t try to pull thechainsaw free. If you do you may beinjured by the saw chain when thechainsaw suddenly breaks free. Use alever to open up the cut and free thechainsaw.

• Make sure the object you are cutting will not split.

• Make sure the saw chain will not strike the ground orany other object during or after cutting.

• Consider whether there is a risk of kickback.

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• Examine if the conditions and surrounding terrainaffect how safely you can stand and move aboutsafely. Check the area around you for possibleobstacles such as roots, rocks, branches, ditchesetcetera. Take great care when working on slopingground.

In most cases you can avoid problems by cutting in twostages; from the top and from the bottom. You need tosupport the object so that it will not trap the saw chain orsplit during cutting.

To use the limbing techniqueWhen limbing thick branches you should use the sameapproach as for cutting.

1. Make sure that you can stand and move aboutsafely.

2. Cut difficult branches piece by piece.

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WARNING: Take great care whenremoving small branches and avoidcutting bushes, for instance when youcut many small branches at the sametime. Small and light branches can begrabbed by the saw chain and thrownback at you. Even if this does not needto be a danger, you may be surprisedand lose control of the chainsaw whichcan cause serious injury.

3. Work on the left side of the trunk. Work as close aspossible to the chainsaw for maximum control. Ifpossible, let the weight of the chainsaw rest on thetrunk.

WARNING: A majority of kickbackaccidents occur during limbing. Do notuse the kickback zone of the guide bar.Be extremely cautious and avoidcontacting the log, other limbs or objectswith the nose of the guide bar. Beextremely cautious of limbs undertension. They can spring back towardyou and cause loss of control resulting inserious injury.

4. Keep the trunk between you and the chainsaw asyou move along the trunk.

To use the cutting technique1. If you have a pile of logs, remove each log you

attempt to cut from the pile and place it on a sawhorse or runners. Cut every log individually.

WARNING: Never attempt to cut logswhile they are in a pile or when a coupleof logs are lying together. Suchprocedures drastically increase the riskof kickback which can result in a seriousor fatal injury.

2. Remove the cut pieces from the cutting area.

WARNING: If you leave cutting pieces inthe cutting area, you increase the risk forinadvertently getting a kickback, as wellas increasing the risk of losing yourbalance while working.

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3. If you cut the log on the ground there is a small riskthat the saw chain will jam or that the object will split.However, there is a risk that the saw chain will touchthe ground when you finish the cut.

a) Cut all the way through the log from above. Avoidletting the saw chain touch the ground as youfinish the cut. Maintain full throttle but beprepared for what might happen.

b) If it is possible, stop cutting about 2/3 of the waythrough the log, turn the log and finish the cutfrom the opposite side.

4. If the log is supported at one end there is a high riskthat it will split.

a) Start by cutting from below (about 1/3 of the waythrough).

b) Finish by cutting from above so that the two cutsmeet.

5. If the log is supported at both ends there is a highrisk that the saw chain will jam.

a) Start by cutting from above (about 1/3 of the waythrough).

b) Finish by cutting from below so that the two cutsmeet.

The tree felling techniqueWARNING: It takes a lot of experience to fella tree. Inexperienced users of chainsawsshould not fell trees. Do not attempt any taskthat you feel unsure of!

Safe distanceThe safe distance between a tree that is to be felled andanyone else working nearby is at least 2 1/2 treelengths.

Make sure that no one else is in this ”risk zone” beforeor during felling.

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Felling directionThe aim is to fell the tree in a position where you canlimb and cross-cut the log as easily as possible. Youwant it to fall in a location where you can stand andmove about safely.

Once you have decided which way you want the tree tofall you must judge which way the tree would fallnaturally. Several factors affect this:

• Lean of the tree• Bend• Wind direction• Arrangement of branches• Weight of snow• Obstacles within the reach of the tree: for example,

other trees, power lines, roads and buildings.• Look for signs of damage and rot in the stem, this

makes it more probably that the tree will break andstart to fall before you expect it to.

You may find you are forced to let the tree fall in itsnatural direction because it is impossible or dangerousto try to make it fall in the direction you first intended.

Another very important factor, which does not affect thefelling direction but does affect your safety, is to makesure the tree has no damaged or dead branches thatmight break off and hit you during felling.

The main point to avoid is letting the tree fall ontoanother tree. It is very dangerous to remove a trappedtree and there is high accident risk. See instructionsunder the heading To free a badly fallen tree on page22

WARNING: During critical felling operations,hearing protectors should be liftedimmediately when sawing is completed sothat sounds and warning signals can beheard.

To clear the trunk and prepare for your retreat1. Delimb the stem up to shoulder height. Work from

the top down and make sure that the tree is betweenyou and the chainsaw.

2. Remove any undergrowth from the base of the tree.3. Check the area for obstacles such as stones,

branches and holes so that you have a clear path ofretreat when the tree starts to fall. Your path ofretreat should be roughly 135 degrees away from theintended felling direction.

1. Danger zone2. Retreat path3. Felling direction

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To fell a treeFelling is done with three cuts. First you make thedirectional cuts, which consist of the top cut and thebottom cut, and then you finish with the felling cut. Byplacing these cuts correctly you can control the fellingdirection very accurately.

WARNING: Unless you have special trainingwe advise you not to fell trees with adiameter larger than the bar length of yourchainsaw!

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To make the directional cuts

1. Start to make the directional cuts by making the topcut first. Aim with the chainsaw’s felling directionmark (1) toward a goal further forward in the terrain,where you would like the tree to fall (2). Stand on theright-hand side of the tree, behind the chainsaw, andcut with a pull stroke.

2. Make the bottom cut so that it finishes exactly at theend of the top cut.

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The directional cuts should run 1/4 of the diameterthrough the trunk and the angle between the top cut andbottom cut should be 45°.

The line where the two cuts meet is called the directionalcut line. This line should be perfectly horizontal and atright angles (90°) to the chosen felling direction.

To make the felling cut

The felling cut is made from the opposite side of the treeand it must be perfectly horizontal. Stand on the left sideof the tree and cut on the pull stroke.

1. Make the felling cut about 3-5 cm/1.5-2 inches abovethe bottom directional cut.

2. Set the spiked bumper (if one is fitted) just behindthe felling hinge.

3. Use full throttle and advance the saw chain/guidebar slowly into the tree. Make sure that the tree doesnot start to move in the opposite direction to yourintended felling direction.

4. Drive a wedge or breaking bar into the cut as soonas it is deep enough.

5. Finish the felling cut parallel with the directional cutline so that the distance between them is at least1/10 of the trunk diameter. The uncut section of thetrunk is called the felling hinge. The felling hingecontrols the direction that the tree falls in.

WARNING: All control over the fellingdirection is lost if the felling hinge is toonarrow or non-existent, or if thedirectional cuts and felling cut are badlyplaced.

6. When the felling cut and directional cuts arecomplete the tree should start to fall by itself or withthe aid of a felling wedge or breaking bar.

Note: 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 cuts with single cutting strokes. See instructions under the heading Accessories on page 37 to find out which

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lengths of bar are recommended for your chainsaw.

There are methods for felling trees with a diameterlarger than the guide bar length. However thesemethods involve a much greater risk that the kickbackzone of the guide bar will come into contact with thetree.

To free a badly fallen treeIt is very dangerous to remove a trapped tree and thereis a high accident risk. The safest method is to use awinch:

• Tractor-mounted

• Portable

WARNING: Never try to fell a tree that istrapped and never work in the risk zone ofthe hanging trapped tree.

To cut trees and branches that are in tension1. Figure out which side of the tree or branch that is in

tension and where the point of maximum tension is,for instance where it would break if it was bent evenmore.

2. Decide which is the safest way to release the tensionand whether you are able to do it safely

Note: In complicated situations the only safe methodis to put aside your chainsaw and use a winch.

3. Position yourself so that you will be clear of the treeor branch when the tension is released.

4. Make one or more cuts at or near the point ofmaximum tension. Make as many cuts of sufficientdepth as necessary to reduce the tension and makethe tree or branch break at the point of maximumtension.

WARNING: Never cut straight through atree or branch that is in tension.

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WARNING: Take great care whencutting a tree that is in tension. A treethat is in tension may spring back to itsnormal position before or after being cut.If you position yourself incorrectly ormake the cut in the wrong place the treemay hit you or the product and causeyou to lose control. Both situations cancause serious personal injury.

5. If you must cut across tree/limb, make two to threecuts, one inch apart, one to two inches deep.

6. Continue to cut deeper until tree/limb bends andtension is released.

7. Cut tree/limb from outside the bend, after tensionhas been released.

MaintenanceIntroduction

WARNING: Read and understand the safetychapter before you carry out anymaintenance work on the product.


WARNING: Always wear approvedprotective gloves and protective goggles ora visor.

Note: The user must only carry out the maintenance andservice work described in this Operator's Manual. Moreextensive work must be carried out by a servicingdealer.

Examination, maintenance and serviceof the product's safety equipmentNote: All service and repair work on the productdemands special training, especially maintenance workregarding the safety devices on the product. If yourproduct fails any of the checks described below werecommend you to bring your product to your servicingdealer.

To do a check of the brake band1. Brush off any wood dust, resin and dirt from the

chain brake and clutch drum. Dirt and wear canimpair operation of the brake.

2. Do a check of the brake band. The brake band mustbe at least 0,6 mm (0.024 inch) thick at its thinnestpoint.

To do a check of the front hand guardRegularly carry out a check of the front hand guard andthe inertia brake release.

1. Do a visible check to make sure the front hand guardis not damaged and that there are no visible defectssuch as cracks.

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2. Move the front hand guard forwards and backwardsto make sure it moves freely and that it is securelyanchored to the clutch cover.

3. Place the chainsaw, with the engine switched off, ona stump or other stable surface.

4. Release the front handle and let the chainsaw fall byits own weight, rotating around the rear handletowards the stump.

5. Make sure that the chain brake activates as theguide bar hits the stump.

To do a check of the brake trigger1. Place the chainsaw on firm ground and start it. See

instructions under heading To start the product onpage 14.

WARNING: Make sure that the sawchain does not touch the ground or anyother object.

2. Grasp the chainsaw firmly, wrapping your fingersand thumbs around the handles.

3. Apply full throttle and tilt your left wrist forward ontothe front hand guard to activate the chain brake. Thesaw chain should stop immediately.

WARNING: Do not let go of the front handle!

To do a check of the throttle trigger lockout1. Make sure that the throttle trigger is locked at the

idle setting when the throttle trigger lockout isreleased.

2. Press down the throttle trigger lockout and makesure that it returns to its default position when yourelease it.

3. Make sure that the throttle trigger and throttle triggerlockout move freely and that the return spring workproperly.

4. Start the chainsaw and apply full throttle.

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5. Release the throttle trigger and make sure that thesaw chain stops and remains stationary. If the sawchain rotates when the throttle trigger is in the idleposition, contact your servicing dealer.

To do a check of the chain catcher1. Make sure that there is no damage on the chain

catcher.2. Make sure that the chain catcher is stable and

attached to the body of the product.

To do a check of the right hand guard• Do a check of the right hand guard to make sure that

it is not damaged and that there are no visibledefects, such as cracks.

To do a check of the vibration dampingsystem1. Do a check of the vibration damping units to make

sure that there are no cracks or deformation.2. Make sure that the vibration damping units are

securely attached to the engine unit and handle unit.

To do a check of the start/stop switch1. Start the engine.

2. Press the start/stop switch downwards to the STOPposition. Make sure that the engine stops when youdo this.


AutotuneThe engine is equipped with AutoTune. AutoTune is afunction that adjusts the carburettor electronically,always resulting in optimal adjustment.

The carburettor controls the speed of the engine via thethrottle. Air/fuel is mixed in the carburettor. This air/fuelmixture is automatically adjusted. The automaticadjustment of the carburettor means that the engine isadapted to local conditions, for example the climate,altitude, petrol and the type of 2-stroke oil. This functionis controlled by AutoTune.

Note: The ignition system includes an in-built speedlimiter, which prevents the speed of the engineexceeding 13,300 rpm. When the speed governor isactivated, you will get the same sound experience aswhen the product 4-cycles.

• Always make sure that the saw chain does not rotatewhen idling.

WARNING: If the saw chain rotates whileidling, contact your servicing dealer. Do notuse the product until it has been properlyadjusted or repaired.

To do a check of the muffler1. Make sure that the muffler is not damaged.

WARNING: Never use a product thathas a faulty muffler or a muffler that is inpoor condition.

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2. Make sure that the muffler is securely attached tothe product.

3. Some mufflers are equipped with a special sparkarrestor mesh. Clean the spark arrestor mesh atleast one a week if your product has this type ofmuffler. Use a wire brush.

CAUTION: If the spark arrestor mesh isblocked the product will overheat and thiswill cause damage to the cylinder andpiston.

CAUTION: The spark arrestor mesh must bereplaced if it is damaged. Never use aproduct if the spark arrestor mesh on themuffler is missing or defective.

To change a broken or worn startercord1. Loosen the screws that hold the starter against the

crankcase and remove the starter.

2. Pull out the cord approximately 30 cm (12 inch) andhook it into the notch in the rim of the pulley.Release the recoil spring by letting the pulley rotateslowly backwards.

3. Remove the screw in the centre of the pulley and liftthe pulley up.

WARNING: When the recoil spring iswound up in the starter housing it isunder tension and can, if handledcarelessly, pop out and cause personalinjury. Care must be exercised when youreplace the return spring or the startercord. Wear protective glasses andprotective gloves.

4. Insert and fasten a new starter cord to the pulley.Wind approximately 3 turns of the starter cord ontothe pulley.

5. Connect the pulley to the recoil spring so that theend of the spring engages in the pulley.

6. Fit the screw in the centre of the pulley.

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7. Insert the starter cord through the hole in the starterhousing and the starter handle. Make a secure knotin the end of the starter cord.

To learn more about how to fit the starter on thechainsaw, see heading To fit the starter on the chainsawon page 27

To change a broken recoil spring1. Lift up the starter pulley. See instructions under the

heading To change a broken or worn starter cord onpage 26

2. Remove the cassette with the recoil spring from thestarter.

WARNING: Remember that the recoilspring is coiled under tension in thestarter housing!

3. Lubricate the recoil spring with light oil and fit thecassette with recoil spring in the starter.

4. Fit the starter pulley and tension the recoil spring. Tolearn more about how to tension the recoil spring,see heading To tension the recoil spring on page27


To tension the recoil spring1. Hook the starter cord in the notch in the pulley.2. Turn the starter pulley about 2 turns clockwise.

Note: Make sure that the pulley can be turned at least a1/2 turn further when the starter cord is pulled all the wayout.

3. Stretch the line using the starter handle.4. Move your thumb and release the line.


To fit the starter on the chainsaw1. Pull out the starter cord and place the starter in

position against the crankcase.2. Slowly release the starter cord so that the pulley

engages with the pawls.3. Tighten the screws that hold the starter.

To clean the air filterThe air filter must be regulary cleaned to remove dustand dirt in order to avoid:

• Carburettor malfunctions.• Starting problems.

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• Loss of engine power.• Unnecessary wear to engine parts.• Excessive fuel consumption.

1. Lift up the cylinder cover.2. Remove the air filter.3. Brush or shake the air filter clean. Wash it in

detergent and water to clean it more thoroughly.

Note: An air filter that has been in use for a long timecan't be clean completely. The filter must thereforebe replaced with a new one at regular intervals.Always replace a damaged air filter.

4. Refit the air filter and make sure that the air filterseals tightly against the filter holder.

A Husqvarna chainsaw can be equipped with differenttypes of air filter according to working conditions,weather, season etcetera. Contact your servicing dealerfor advice.

To do a check of the spark plugThe spark plug condition is influenced by an incorrectcarburetor adjustment, an incorrect fuel mixture (toomuch or incorrect type of oil) and a dirty air filter. Thesefactors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes,which may result in operating problems and startingdifficulties.

Note: Always check the spark plug before you take anyfurther action if the product is low on power, difficult tostart or runs poorly at idle speed.

1. Clean the spark plug if it is dirty.2. Do a check of the electrode gap and make sure that

it is 0,5 mm.

3. Replace the spark plug once a month or earlier ifnecessary.

0.5 mm

0.020"

CAUTION: Always use the recommendedspark plug type! Use of the wrong spark plugcan damage the piston/cylinder. Forrecommended spark plug, see heading Technical data on page 36

Sharpening of the saw chainGeneral advice on sharpening the cuttingteethNever use a blunt saw chain. When the saw chain isblunt you have to exert more pressure to force the barthrough the wood and the chips will be very small. If thesaw chain is very blunt it will produce wood powder andno chips or shavings.

A sharp saw chain eats its way through the wood andproduces long, thick chips or shavings.

The cutting part of the saw chain is called the cutter andconsists of a cutting tooth (A) and the depth gauge (B).The cutters cutting depth is determined by the differencein height between the two (depth gauge setting).

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When you sharpen a cutting tooth there are fourimportant factors to remember:

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• Filing angle.

• Cutting angle.

• File position.

• Round file diameter.

It is very difficult to sharpen a saw chain correctlywithout the right equipment. Husqvarna recommendsthat you use our file gauge. This will help you obtain themaximum kickback reduction and cutting performancefrom your saw chain.

WARNING: Departure from the sharpeninginstructions considerably increases the riskof kickback.

Note: See instructions under Filing equipment and filingangles on page 38 for information about sharpeningyour saw chain.

To sharpen the cutting teethTo sharpen cutting teeth you will need a round file and afile gauge. See instructions under Filing equipment andfiling angles on page 38 for information on the size of

file and gauge that are recommended for the saw chainfitted to your product.

1. Make sure that the saw chain is correctly tensioned.A slack chain will move sideways, making it moredifficult to sharpen correctly. See instructions under To tension the saw chain on page 30

2. File all teeth on one side first. File the cutting teethfrom the inside face and reduce the pressure on thereturn stroke.

3. Turn the chainsaw over and file the teeth on theother side.

4. File all the teeth to the same length. When the lengthof the cutting teeth is reduced to 4 mm (5/32") thesaw chain is worn out and should be replaced.

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General advice on adjusting the depth gaugesettingWhen you sharpen the cutting tooth (A) the depth gaugesetting (C) will decrease. To maintain optimal cuttingperformance the depth gauge (B) has to be filed down toachieve the recommended depth gauge setting. Seeinstructions under the heading Filing equipment and

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filing angles on page 38 to find the correct depth gaugesetting for your particular chain.

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WARNING: The risk of kickback is increasedif the depth gauge setting is too large!

To adjust the depth gauge settingSharpen the cutting teeth before adjusting the depthgauge setting. See heading To sharpen the cutting teethon page 29. We recommend that you adjust the depthgauge setting every third time you sharpen the cuttingteeth.

Note: This recommendation assumes that the length ofthe cutting teeth is not reduced excessively.

You will need a flat file and a depth gauge tool to adjustthe depth gauge setting. We recommend that you useour depth gauge tool to acheive the correct depth gaugesetting and bevel for the depth gauge.

1. Place the depth gauge tool over the saw chain.Detailed information regarding how to use the depthgauge tool, will be found on the package of the depthgauge tool.

2. File off the tip of the depth gauge that protrudesthrough the depth gauge tool. Use the flat file.

The depth gauge setting is correct when you no longerfeel resistance as you draw the file along the depthgauge tool.

To tension the saw chain

WARNING: A slack saw chain may jump offand cause serious injury or death.

The more you use a saw chain the longer it becomes. Itis therefore important to adjust the saw chain regularlyto take up the slack.

Do a check of the saw chain tension every time yourefuel. Tension the chain as tightly as possible, but notso tight that you cannot pull it round freely by hand.

Note: A new saw chain has a running-in period duringwhich you should do a check of the tension morefrequently.

1. Undo the bar nuts that hold the clutch cover/chainbrake. Use the combination spanner.

2. Tighten the bar nuts by hand as tight as you can.3. Raise the tip of the bar and stretch the saw chain by

tightening the chain tensioning screw. Use thecombination spanner. Tighten the saw chain until itdoes not sag from the underside of the bar.

4. Tighten the bar nuts using the combination spannerand lift the tip of the bar at the same time.

5. Make sure that you can pull the saw chain roundfreely by hand and that it does not sag from theunderside of the bar.

The position of the chain tensioning screw on ourchainsaws varies from model to model. See instructionsunder the heading Product description on page 2 to findout where it is on your model.

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Lubrication of the cutting equipmentTo do a check of the saw chain lubricationDo a check of the chain saw lubrication each time yourefuel.

1. Start the product and let it run at 3/4 throttle. Aim thetip of the bar at a light coloured surface about 20 cm(8 inches) away.

2. After 1 minute running you should see a distinct lineof oil on the light surface.

What to do if the saw chain lubrication is not working

Do the following if the saw chain lubrication is notworking:

• Do a check of the oil channel in the bar to make surethat it is not obstructed. Clean if necessary.

• Do a check of the groove in the edge of the bar tomake sure that it is clean. Clean if necessary.

• Make sure that the bar tip sprocket turns freely andthat the lubricating hole in the tip sprocket is notblocked. Clean and lubricate if necessary.

If the chain lubrication system is still not working aftercarrying out the steps above and associated measures,contact your servicing dealer.

Chain drive sprocketThe clutch drum has a rim sprocket that is replaceable.

• Regularly do a visual check of the degree of wear onthe drive sprocket. Replace the chain drive sprocketif there is too much wear.

• Replace the drive sprocket each time you replacethe saw chain.

To lubricate the needle bearingBoth versions of sprockets have a needle bearing on thedrive shaft, which has to be greased regularly (once aweek).

1. Disengage the chain brake by pulling the front handguard against the front handle.

2. Unscrew the two bar nuts and remove the clutchcover.

3. Lay the product on its side with the clutch drumfacing upwards.

4. Remove the clutch drum and lubricate the needlebearing using a grease gun. Use a high-qualitybearing grease or engine oil.

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To examine the cutting equipment forwearDo a visual check of the saw chain daily.

1. Make sure that there are no visible cracks in rivetsand links.

2. Examine wheather the saw chain is stiff.3. Compare the existing saw chain with a new saw

chain to decide wheather the rivets and links arebadly worn.

4. Replace the saw chain if it exhibits any of theconditions above.

5. Replace the saw chain when the length of the cuttingteeth has worn down to only 4 mm.

To do a check of the guide barDo a check of the guide bar regularly.

1. Examine whether there are burrs on the edges of thebar. Remove burrs with a file if necessary.

2. Examine whether the groove in the bar has becomebadly worn. Replace the bar if necessary.

3. Examine whether the tip of the bar is uneven orbadly worn. If a hollow forms on the underside of thebar tip this is due to running with a slack chain.

4. Turn the bar daily to prolong the life of the bar.

To adjust the oil flowThe oil pump is adjustable. The product is supplied fromthe factory with the screw set to middle position.

1. Turn the oil pump adjustment screw. Use ascrewdriver or combination spanner.a) If you turn the oil pump adjustment screw

clockwise the oil flow will reduce.b) If you turn the oil pump adjustment screw anti-

clockwise the oil flow will increase.

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WARNING: The engine must not be runningwhen you make adjustments!

Recommended settings:

• Bar 15”-18”: Medium flow• Bar 20"-28": Maximum flow

Cooling systemThe product is equipped with a cooling system to keepthe working temperature as low as possible. The coolingsystem consist of the following components:

1. Air intake on the starter.2. Air guide plate.3. Fins on the flywheel.4. Cooling fins on the cylinder.5. Cylinder cover (directs cool air over the cylinder).

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Clean the cooling system with a brush once a week ormore often in demanding conditions. A dirty or blockedcooling system causes the product to overheat whichresults in damage to the piston and cylinder.

Centrifugal cleaning systemCentrifugal cleaning means that the air to the carburettorpasses through the starter. Dirt and dust is centrifugedout by the cooling fan.

In order to maintain operation of the centrifugal cleaningsystem it must be regularly maintained. Clean thefollowing components:

• The air intake on the starter.• The fins on the flywheel.• The space around the flywheel.• The inlet pipe.• The carburettor compartment.

Winter useRunning problems can occur when using the product incold and snowy conditions. These problems are caused

by too low engine temperature or icing on the air filterand carburettor.

For temperatures below -5°C and/or in snowy conditionsa special cover is available. This cover is mounted onthe starter housing.

Note: The cover for winter use is not delivered togetherwith the chainsaw in all markets. Contact your servicingdealer for more information. Part number: 575 52 75-01.

The cover reduce the flow of cooling air and preventslarge amounts of snow from being sucked into thecarburettor space.

CAUTION: If the temperature rises above-5°C or 0°C respectively, the starter housingcover must be removed. Otherwise there isa risk of overheating, resulting in seriousdamage to the engine.

Heated handles572XPG

On models with the designation XPG both the fronthandle and rear handles are equipped with electricalheating coils. These are supplied with electricity from agenerator built into the chainsaw.

When the switch is pushed upwards, the heat isswitched on. When the switch is pushed downwards, theheat is switched off.

Electrical carburettor heating572XPG

On models with the designation XPG there is anelectrically heated carburettor. Electrically poweredheating prevents ice formation in the carburettor. Athermostat regulates the heating so that the carburettoralways has the right working temperature.

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Maintenance scheduleThe following is a list of the maintenance steps that mustbe performed on the product. Most of the items aredescribed in Maintenance on page 23

Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance

Clean the outside of the machine. Check the cooling system weekly. Check the brake band on the chainbrake for wear. Replace when lessthan 0.6 mm (0.024 inch) remains atthe most worn point.

Check that the components of thethrottle trigger work safely. (Throttletrigger lockout and throttle trigger.)

Check the starter, starter cord andreturn spring.

Check the clutch centre, clutch drumand clutch spring for wear.

Clean the chain brake and check thatit operates safely. Make sure that thechain catcher is undamaged, and re-place it if necessary.

Check that the vibration damping ele-ments are not damaged.

Clean the spark plug. Check that theelectrode gap is 0,5 mm.

The bar should be turned daily formore even wear. Check the lubrica-tion hole in the bar, to be sure it isnot clogged. Clean the bar groove.

Lubricate the clutch drum bearing. Clean the outside of the carburettor.

Check that the bar and chain are get-ting sufficient oil.

File off any burrs from the edges ofthe bar.

Check the fuel filter and the fuelhose. Replace if necessary.

Check the saw chain with regard tovisible cracks in the rivets and links,whether the saw chain is stiff orwhether the rivets and links are ab-normally worn. Replace if necessary.

Clean or replace the spark arrestormesh on the muffler.

Empty the fuel tank.

Sharpen the chain and check its ten-sion and condition. Check the drivesprocket for excessive wear and re-place if necessary.

Clean the carburettor compartment. Empty the oil tank.

Clean the starter unit’s air intake. Clean the air filter. Replace if neces-sary.

Check all cables and connections.

Check that nuts and screws are tight.

Check that the stop switch works cor-rectly.

Check that there are no fuel leaksfrom the engine, tank or fuel lines.

Check that the chain does not rotatewhen the engine is idling.

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Troubleshooting

Starting failure

Check Possible cause Action

Starter pawls Binding pawls Adjust or replace the pawls.

Clean around the pawls.

Contact an authorised service work-shop.

Fuel tank Incorrect fuel type. Drain it and use correct fuel.

Sparking (no spark) Spark plug contaminated or wet Make sure that the spark plug is dryand clean.

Spark plug gap incorrect. Clean the spark plug. Check that theelectrode gap is correct. Make surethat the spark plug is fitted with asuppressor.

Refer to rechnical data for correctelectrode gap.

Spark plug Spark plug loose. Retighten the spark plug.

Engine starts but does not stay running

Check Possible cause Possible action

Fuel tank Incorrect fuel type. Drain it and use correct fuel.

Carburettor Engine will not idle properly. Contact your service agent.

Air filter Clogged air filter. Clean the air filter.

Fuel filter Clogged fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter.

Transportation and storageTransportation and storage• Always store the chainsaw and fuel so that there is

no risk of leakages or fumes coming into contact withsparks or naked flames from electrical equipment,electric motors, relays/switches, boilers and the like.

• Always store fuel in an approved container designedfor that purpose.

• For longer periods of storage or for transport of thechainsaw, the fuel and chain oil tanks should beemptied. Ask where you can dispose waste fuel andchain oil at your local petrol station.

• The guide bar cover must always be fitted to thecutting attachment when the product is beingtransported or in storage, in order to preventaccident contact with the sharp saw chain. Even anon-moving saw chain can cause serious cuts toyourself or persons you bump into with an exposedsaw chain.

• Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug andactivate the chain brake before storage or transport.

• Secure the product during transport.

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To prepare your product for long-termstorage1. Empty the fuel tank and chain oil tank in a well

ventilated area.2. Store the fuel in approved cans in a safe place.3. When using vegetable based saw chain oil,

dismantle and clean the saw chain and the groove inthe bar.

CAUTION: If you do not dismantle andclean the saw chain and the groove in

the bar, there is a risk of the saw chainoil oxidizing. This causes the saw chainto get stiff and the bar tip sprocket tobecome jammed.

4. Fit the guide bar cover.5. Clean the product. See instructions under

Maintenance schedule on page 34.6. Make sure that a complete service is carried out.

Technical data

Technical data

565 572XP 572XPGEngine

Cylinder displacement,cm3

70,6 70,6 70,6

Idle speed, rpm 2700 2700 2700

Maximum engine poweracc. to ISO 8893, kW/hp @rpm

3,7/5,0 @ 9300 4,3/5,8 @ 9900 4,3/5,8 @ 9900

Ignition system1

Spark plug NGK CMR6H NGK CMR6H NGK CMR6H

Electrode gap, mm 0,5 0,5 0,5

Fuel and lubrication system

Fuel tank capacity, litre/cm3 0,71/710 0,71/710 0,71/710

Oil tank capacity, litre/cm3 0,35/350 0,35/350 0,35/350

Type of oil pump Adjustable Adjustable Adjustable

Weight

Weight, kg 6,5 6,6 6,8

Noise emissions2

Sound power level, meas-ured dB(A)

117 118 118

Sound power level, guaran-teed LWA dB(A)

119 120 120

1 Always use the recommended spark plug type! Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder.2 Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power (LWA) in conformity with EC directive

2000/14/EC.

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565 572XP 572XPGSound levels3

Equivalent sound pressurelevel at the operator’s ear,dB(A)

105 107 107

Equivalent vibration levels, a hveq4

Front handle, m/s2 5,2 5,0 5,0

Rear handle, m/s2 5,3 4,1 4,1

Saw chain/guide bar

Guide bar mount Large Large Large

Type of drive sprocket/number of teeth

Rim/7 Rim/7 Rim/7

Saw chain speed at 133%of maximum engine powerspeed, m/s.

27,5 29,3 29,3

AccessoriesRecommended cutting equipmentChainsaw model(s) Husqvarna 565, 572XP and572XPG has been evaluated for safety according to EN-ISO 11681-1 (Machinery for forestry - Portable chainsawsafety requirements and testing) and fulfills the safetyrequirements when equipped with the below listed guidebar and saw chain combination(s).

Kickback and guide bar nose radiusFor sprocket nose bars the nose radius is defined by thenumber of teeth (for example 10T). For solid guide barsthe nose radius is defined by the size of the nose radius.For a given guide bar length, you may use a guide barwith smaller nose radius than listed.

Guide bar Saw chain

Length, in/cm Pitch, in/mm Gauge, in/mm Max. nose radius Type Length, drivelinks (no.)

15/38 3/8 / 9,52 0,058/1,5 11T Husqvarna H42

Husqvarna C85

56

16/41 60

18/46 34 mm 68

20/50 72

24/61 84

28/71 92

Usable cutting length, in/cm: 14-27/36-69.

3 Equivalent sound pressure level, according to ISO 22868, is calculated as the time-weighted energy total fordifferent sound pressure levels under various working conditions. Typical statistical dispersion for equivalentsound pressure level is a standard deviation of 1 dB (A).

4 Equivalent vibration level, according to ISO 22867, is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for vibrationlevels under various working conditions. Reported data for equivalent vibration level has a typical statisticaldispersion (standard deviation) of 1 m/s2.

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Filing equipment and filing anglesUsing Husqvarna file gauge will give you the correctfiling angles. We recommend you to always use aHusqvarna file gauge to restore the sharpness of thesaw chain. The part numbers are given in the tablebelow.

If you are not sure of how to identify what saw chain youhave on your chainsaw, please visitwww.husqvarna.com for more information.

H427/32 in / 5,5 mm

505 69 81-300.025 in/0,65 mm

25° 55°

C85 586 93 85-01 30° 60°

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EC Declaration of ConformityEC Declaration of conformityHusqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel:+46-36-146500, declares under sole responsibility thatthe chainsaws for forest service Husqvarna 565, 572XPand 572XPG from 2017’s serial numbers and onwards(the year is clearly stated in plain text on the type platewith subsequent serial number), are in conformity withthe requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVES:

• of May 17, 2006 ”relating to machinery” 2006/42/EC.• of February 26, 2014 ”relating to electromagnetic

compatibility” 2014/30/EU.• of May 8, 2000 ”relating to the noise emissions in the

environment” 2000/14/EC.

The following standards have been applied: EN ISO 12100:2010, EN ISO 14982:2009, EN ISO11681-1:2011.

Notified body: 0404, RISE SMP Svensk Maskinprovning AB, Box 7035, SE-750 07 Uppsala, Sweden, has carried out EC type examination in accordance with the machinery directive’s (2006/42/EC) article 12, point 3b. The certificate for EC type examination in accordance with annex , has the number: – 0404/17/2475 565, 572XP and 572XPG.

In addition, 0404, RISE SMP Svensk Maskinprovning AB, Box 7035, SE-750 07 Uppsala, Sweden, has certified conformity with annex V of the Council’s Directive of May 8, 2000 ”relating to the noise emissions in the environment” 2000/14/EC. The certificates have the numbers: 01/161/110 - 565, 01/161/109 - 572XP and 572XPG.

For information relating to noise emissions, see the heading Technical data on page 36.

The supplied chainsaw conforms to the example that underwent EC type examination.

Huskvarna, 22 May 2017

Per Gustafsson, Development manager (Authorizedrepresentative for Husqvarna AB and responsible fortechnical documentation.)

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