Husqvarna 136, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...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 ...

Page 2: ...er 20 Throttle Lock 21 Bar Chain Adjustment Tool 22 Chain Tensioning Screw 23 Instruction Manual 24 Guide Bar Cover 3 2 1 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 valuewithoutchain brakefor the barand chain combinatio...

Page 3: ... and if you are felling trees a planned retreat path OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY S Do not operatea 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 S Operatethe chain saw only in a well venti lated outdoor area S Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree S...

Page 4: ...e operator and could easily cause the operator to lose control of the saw Avoid Pinch Kickback S Be extremely aware of situations or ob structions that can cause material to pinch the top of or otherwise stop the chain S Do not cut more than one log at a time S Do not twist the saw as the bar is with drawn from an undercut when bucking Avoid Pull In S Always begin cutting with theengine at full sp...

Page 5: ...ickback Symmetrical Guide Bar Symmetrical Guide Bar Large Radius Tip S Low Kickback Chain designed with a contoured depth gauge and guard link which deflect kickback force and allow wood to gradually ride into the cutter 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 K...

Page 6: ... 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 Regulationsfor Commercial Logging Contact your authorized Husqvarna service dealer SAFETY NOTICE Exposure to vibrations throughprolongeduse of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fin...

Page 7: ...t 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 d...

Page 8: ...ne 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 overh...

Page 9: ... engineto runfor approximately 5 seconds Then squeeze and release throttletrigger to allow engine to returnto idle speed ON STOP SWITCH CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER FULL OFF STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1 Move ON STOP switch tothe ONposition 2 Pull thechoke fast idle lever outto thefull extent then push the choke fast idle lever in completely to the OFF CHOKE position 3 Pull the starter rope quickly with your ...

Page 10: ... en gine to idle If you run the saw at full throttle without a cutting load unnec essary wear can occur S To avoid losing control when cut is complete do not put pressure on saw at end of cut S Stop 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 nearbuild ings or el...

Page 11: ...et 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 S Cut only one log at a time S Cut shattered wo...

Page 12: ...ol of the saw IMPORTANT POINTS S Work slowly keeping both hands firmly gripped on the saw Maintain secure foot ing and balance S Watch out for springpoles Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs Slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance S Be alert for springback Watch out for branches that are bent or under pressure Avoid being struck by t...

Page 13: ...revery 50hoursofoperation 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 drycom pletely before reinstalling 5 Reinstall air filter 6 Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws TIghten securely Air Filter Air Filter Screws CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS WARNING The chai...

Page 14: ...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 andallow 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 furnac...

Page 15: ...ommercial 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 electric...

Page 16: ...A 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 PRODUCTSIS LIMITED IN DURA TION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT HUSQVARNA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ...

Page 17: ...e date the small off road engine is purchased LENGTH OF COVERAGE This warranty shall be for a period of two years from theini 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 responsibilitie...

Page 18: ...el 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 ...