61, 272 XP®, 272 XP®G

EN Operator's manual 2-37

 Contents
Introduction..................................................................... 2 Troubleshooting............................................................ 32
Safety..............................................................................3 Transportation and storage...........................................33
Assembly........................................................................ 9 Technical data.............................................................. 34
Operation........................................................................ 9 Accessories.................................................................. 35
Maintenance................................................................. 21 EC Declaration of Conformity....................................... 37

Introduction
Intended use Product description
This chainsaw for forest service is designed for forest The Husqvarna 61, 272 XP, 272 XPG are chainsaw
work such as felling, limbing and cutting. models with a combustion engine.
Work is constantly in progress to increase your safety
Note: National regulations can set limit to the and efficiency during operation. Speak to your servicing
operation of the product. dealer for more information.

Product overview

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1. Cylinder cover 3. Chain brake and front hand guard

2. Front handle 4. Starter housing

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5. Chain oil tank
6. Starter rope handle Always wear approved protective helmet,
7. Adjuster screws carburetor approved hearing protection and eye
8. Choke control protection.
9. Rear handle
10. Start/stop switch Chain brake, engaged (right). Chain
11. Fuel tank brake, disengaged (left).
12. Muffler
13. Bar tip sprocket
14. Saw chain
15. Guide bar Choke.
16. Spiked bumper
17. Chain catcher
18. Clutch cover
19. Right hand guard Decompression valve.
20. Throttle trigger
21. Throttle trigger lockout
22. Decompression valve
Fuel.
23. Combination wrench
24. Chain tensioning screw
25. Operator's manual
26. Transportation guard
27. Start throttle lock (61) Chain oil.
28. Switch for heated handles (272 XPG)
29. Information and warning decal If your product has this symbol it has
30. Product and serial number plate heated handles.
31. Brake band
32. Vibration damping system, 3 units
33. Spark plug This product complies with applicable EC
Directives.
34. Spark plug cap

Symbols on the product yyyywwxxxx The rating plate or the la-

ser printing shows the se-
rial number. yyyy is the
Be careful and use the product correctly. production year and ww is
This product can cause serious injury or the production week.
death to the operator or others.

Read the operator's manual carefully and Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer to
make sure that you understand the certification requirements for some markets.
instructions before you use this product.

Stop.

Safety
Safety definitions WARNING: Used if there is a risk of
Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out injury or death for the operator or bystanders
specially important parts of the manual. if the instructions in the manual are not
obeyed.

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 • Never use a product with visible damage to the
CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of spark plug cap and ignition cable. A risk of sparking
damage to the product, other materials or arises, which can cause a fire.
the adjacent area if the instructions in the
• Never use the product if you are fatigued, while
manual are not obeyed.
under the influence of alcohol or drugs, medication
or anything that could affect your vision, alertness,
coordination or judgement.
Note: Used to give more information that is necessary
in a given situation. • Do not use the product in bad weather such as
dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold,
etcetera. Working in bad weather is tiring and often
General safety instructions brings added risks, such as icy ground,
unpredictable felling direction, etcetera.
WARNING: Read the warning • Never start a product unless the guide bar, saw
instructions that follow before you use the chain and all covers are fitted correctly. Refer to
product. Assembly on page 9 for instructions. Without a bar
and saw chain attached to the product the clutch can
• A chainsaw is a dangerous tool if used carelessly or come loose and cause serious injury.
incorrectly and can cause serious injury or death. It
is very important that you read and understand the
contents of this operator’s manual.
• Under no circumstances may the design of the
product be modified without the permission of the
manufacturer. Do not use a product that appears to
have been modified by others and only use
accessories recommended for this product. Non-
authorized modifications and/or accessories can • Never start the product indoors. Exhaust fumes can
result in serious personal injury or the death of the be dangerous if inhaled.
operator or others. • The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and can
• The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may contain sparks, which can start a fire. Never start the
be carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these elements product near flammable material!
in the event of a damaged muffler. • Observe your surroundings and make sure that there
• Long term inhalation of the engine’s exhaust fumes, is no risk of people or animals coming in contact with
chain oil mist and sawdust can represent a health or affect your control of the product.
risk. • Never allow children to use or be in the vicinity of the
• This product produces an electromagnetic field product. As the product is equipped with a spring-
during operation. This field may under some loaded start/stop switch and can be started by low
circumstances interfere with active or passive speed and force on the starter handle, even small
medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or children under some circumstances can produce the
fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical force necessary to start the product. This can mean
implants to consult their physician and the medical a risk of serious personal injury. Therefore remove
implant manufacturer before operating this product. the spark plug cap when the product is not under
• The information in this operator's manual is never a close supervision.
substitute for professional skills and experience. If • You must have a steady stance in order to have full
you get into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop control of the product. Never work standing on a
and seek expert advice. Contact your servicing ladder, in a tree or where you do not have a firm
dealer or an experienced chainsaw user. Do not ground to stand on.
attempt any task that you feel unsure of!

Safety instructions for operation

WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.

• Before using the product you must understand the

effects of kickback and how to avoid them. Refer to
Kickback information on page 11 for instructions.
• Never use a product that is faulty.

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• Lack of concentration can lead to kickback if the • Running an engine in a confined or badly ventilated
kickback zone of the bar accidentally touches a area can result in death due to carbon monoxide
branch, nearby tree or some other object. poisoning.
• The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may
contain sparks which can start a fire. Do not start the
product indoors or near flammable material.
• Use the chain brake as a parking brake when you
start the product and when you move short
distances. Always carry the product in the front
handle. This decreases the risk that you or a person
near you get hit by the saw chain.
• Overexposure to vibration can lead to circulatory
damage or nerve damage in people who have
impaired circulation. Contact your doctor if you
experience symptoms of overexposure to vibration.
• Never use the product by holding it with one hand. Such symptoms include numbness, loss of feeling,
This product is not safely controlled with one hand. tingling, pricking, pain, loss of strength, changes in
• Always hold the product with both hands. The right skin colour or condition. These symptoms normally
hand should be on the rear handle, and the left hand appear in the fingers, hands or wrists. These
on the front handle. All people, whether right or left symptoms may be increased in cold temperatures.
handed, should use this grip. Use a firm grip with • It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation
thumbs and fingers encircling the handles. This grip you can face when using this product. Always
minimizes the risk of kickback and lets you keep the exercise care and use your common sense. Avoid all
product under control. Do not let go of the handles! situations which you consider to be beyond your
capability. If you still feel uncertain about operating
procedures after reading these instructions, you
should consult an expert before continuing. Do not
hesitate to contact your dealer or Husqvarna if you
have any questions about the use of the product. We
will willingly be of service and provide you with
advice as well as help you to use your product both
efficiently and safely. Attend a training course in
• Never use the product above shoulder height. chainsaw usage if possible. Your dealer, forestry
school or your library can provide information about
which training materials and courses are available.

• Do not use the product in a situation where you

cannot call for help in case of an accident. Personal protective equipment
• Before moving your product, switch off the engine
and lock the saw chain using the chain brake. Carry WARNING: Read the warning
the product with the guide bar and saw chain instructions that follow before you use the
pointing backwards. Fit a transportation guard to the product.
guide bar before transporting the product or carrying
it for any distance.
• When you put the product on the ground, lock the
saw chain using the chain brake and ensure you
have a constant view of the product. Switch the
engine off before leaving your product for any length
of time.
• Sometimes chips get stuck in the clutch cover
causing the saw chain to jam. Always stop the
engine before cleaning.

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 the front hand guard (B) forward to engage the chain
brake manually.

• Most chainsaw accidents occur when the saw chain Pull the front hand guard rearward to disengage the
touches the operator. You must use approved chain brake.
personal protective equipment during operation.
Personal protective equipment does not give you full
protection from injuries but it decreases the degree
of injury if an accident occurs. Speak to your
servicing dealer for recommendations about which
equipment to use.
• Your clothing must be close-fitting but not limit your
movements. Regularly do a check of the condition of
the personal protective equipment.
Throttle trigger lockout
• Use an approved protective helmet.
• Use approved hearing protection. Long-term The throttle trigger lockout prevents accidental operation
exposure to noise can result in permanent damage of the throttle trigger. If you put your hand around the
to the hearing. handle and press the throttle trigger lockout (A), it
releases the throttle trigger (B). If you release the
• Use protective glasses or a face visor to decrease
handle, the throttle trigger and the throttle trigger lockout
the risk of injury from thrown objects. The product
move back to their initial positions. This function locks
can throw objects, such as wood chips, small pieces
the throttle trigger at idle speed.
of wood and more, at large force. This can result in
serious injury, especially to the eyes.
A
• Use gloves with saw protection.
• Use pants with saw protection.
• Use boots with saw protection, steel toe-cap and
non-slip sole.
• Always have a first-aid kit with you.
• Risk of sparks. Keep fire extinguishing tools and a B
shovel near to prevent forest fires.

Safety devices on the product Chain catcher

WARNING: Read the warning The chain catcher catches the saw chain if it breaks or
instructions that follow before you use the comes loose. Correct saw chain tension and correctly
product. applied maintenance on the saw chain and guide bar,
decrease the risk of accidents.
• Do not use a product with defective safety devices.
• Do a check of the safety devices regularly. Refer to
Maintenance on page 21.
• If the safety devices are defective, speak to your
Husqvarna servicing dealer.

Chain brake and front hand guard

Your product has a chain brake that stops the saw chain
if you get a kickback. The chain brake decreases the
risk of accidents, but only you can prevent them. Right hand guard
The chain brake engages (A) manually by your left hand The right hand guard is a protection for your hand on the
or automatically by the inertia release mechanism. Push rear handle. The right hand guard gives you protection if

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the saw chain breaks or derails. The right hand guard areas with a hot, dry weather there is a high risk of fire.
also gives you protection from branches or twigs. Obey local regulations and maintenance instructions.

Vibration damping system

The vibration damping system decreases vibration in the
handles. Vibration damping units operate as a
separation between the product body and the handle
unit.
Fuel safety
Refer to Product overview on page 2 for information
about where the vibration damping system is on your
product.
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
Start/stop switch
Use the start/stop switch to stop the engine. • Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when
refuelling or mixing fuel (petrol and two-stroke oil).
• Fuel and fuel vapour are highly flammable and can
cause serious injury when inhaled or allowed to
come in contact with the skin. For this reason
observe caution when handling fuel and make sure
there is adequate ventilation.
• Take care when handling fuel and chain oil. Be
aware of the risks of fire, explosion and those
associated with inhalation.
• Do not smoke and do not place any hot objects in
the vicinity of fuel.
Muffler • Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few
minutes before refuelling.
WARNING: The muffler becomes very • When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so that any
hot during/after operation and at idle speed. excess pressure is released gently.
There is a risk of fire, especially when you • Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.
operate the product near flammable • Never refuel the machine while the engine is
materials and/or fumes. running.
• Always move the product at least 3 m (10 ft) away
from the refuelling area and fuel source before
WARNING: Do not operate a product starting.
without a muffler or with a defective muffler.
A defective muffler can increase the noise
level and the risk of fire. Keep fire
extinguishing tools near. Do not use a
product without, or with a broken, spark
arrestor mesh if you must have a spark
arrestor mesh in your area.

The muffler keeps the noise levels to a minimum and

points the exhaust fumes away from the operator. In

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After refuelling, there are some situations where you • Keep the correct depth gauge setting. Obey the
must never start the product: instructions and use the recommended depth gauge
• If you have spilled fuel or chain oil on the product. setting. Too large depth gauge setting increases the
Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to risk of kickback.
evaporate.
• If you have spilled fuel on yourself or on your
clothes. Change your clothes and wash any part of
your body that has come in contact with fuel. Use
soap and water.
• If the product leaks fuel. Regularly do a check for
leaks from the fuel tank, fuel cap and fuel lines.

Safety instructions for maintenance • Make sure that the saw chain has the correct
tension. If the saw chain is not tight against the guide
WARNING: Read the warning bar, the saw chain can derail. An incorrect saw chain
tension increases wear on the guide bar, saw chain
instructions that follow before you do
and chain drive sprocket. Refer to To adjust the
maintenance on the product.
tension of the saw chain on page 29.
• Do only the maintenance and servicing given in this
operator's manual. Let professional servicing
personnel do all other servicing and repairs.
• Regularly do the safety checks, maintenance and
service instructions given in this manual. Regular
maintenance increases the life of the product and
decreases the risk of accidents. Refer to
Maintenance on page 21 for instructions. • Do maintenance on the cutting equipment regularly
• If the safety checks in this operator's manual is not and keep it correctly lubricated. If the saw chain is
approved after you do maintenance, speak to your not correctly lubricated, the risk of wear on the guide
servicing dealer. We guarantee that there are bar, saw chain and chain drive sprocket increases.
professional repairs and servicing available for your
product.

Safety instructions for the cutting equipment

WARNING: Read the warning

instructions that follow before you use the
product.

• Only use approved guide bar/saw chain

combinations and filing equipment. Refer to
Accessories on page 35 for instructions.
• Use protective gloves when you use or do
maintenance on the saw chain. A saw chain that
does not move can also cause injuries.
• Keep the cutting teeth correctly sharpened. Obey the
instructions and use the recommended file gauge. A
saw chain that is damaged or incorrectly sharpened
increases the risk of accidents.

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 Assembly
Introduction WARNING: Always use protective
gloves when you assemble the saw
WARNING: Read and understand the chain.
safety chapter before you assemble the
product. 5. Make sure that the edges of the cutters point forward
on the top edge of the guide bar.

To assemble the guide bar and saw

chain
1. Move the front hand guard rearward to disengage
the chain brake.
2. Remove the bar nuts, clutch cover and
transportation guard (A).

6. Align the hole in the guide bar with the chain adjuster
pin and install the clutch cover.

Note: If the clutch cover is not easy to remove, 7. Tighten the bar nuts finger tight.
tighten the bar nut, engage the chain brake and
release. A click is heard if it is released correctly. 8. Tighten the saw chain. Refer to To adjust the tension
of the saw chain on page 29 for instructions.
3. Assemble the guide bar onto the bar bolts. Move the
9. Tighten the bar nuts.
guide bar to its most rear position.
4. Install the saw chain correctly around the drive Note: Some models have only 1 bar nut.
sprocket and put it in the groove on the guide bar.

Operation
Introduction To do a function check before you use
the product
WARNING: Read and understand the 1. Make sure that the chain brake operates correctly
safety chapter before you use the product. and that it is not damaged.
2. Make sure that the right hand guard is not damaged.
3. Make sure that the throttle lockout operates correctly
and that it is not damaged.

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4. Make sure that the start/stop switch operates Speak to your servicing dealer to select the correct
correctly and that it is not damaged. oil.
5. Make sure that there is no oil on the handles.
6. Make sure that the vibration damping system
CAUTION: Do not use two-stroke
oil for water-cooled outboard engines,
operates correctly and that it is not damaged.
also referred to as outboard oil. Do not
7. Make sure that the muffler is correctly attached and use oil for four-stroke engines.
that it is not damaged.
8. Make sure that all parts of the product are correctly To mix gasoline and two-stroke oil
attached and not damaged or missing.
9. Make sure that the chain catcher is correctly Gasoline, liter Two-stroke oil,
attached. liter
10. Do a check of the saw chain tension.
2% (50:1)

5 0.10
3 4
10 0.20
7 10
15 0.30
6,8
20 0.40
2 1 9
CAUTION: Small errors can influence
Fuel the ratio of the mixture drastically when you
mix small quantities of fuel. Measure the
This product has a two-stroke engine. quantity of oil carefully and make sure that
you get the correct mixture.
CAUTION: Incorrect type of fuel can
result in engine damage. Use a mixture of
gasoline and two-stroke oil.

Premixed fuel
• Use Husqvarna premixed alkylate fuel for best
performance and extension of the engine life. This
fuel contains less harmful chemicals compared to
regular fuel, which decreases harmful exhaust
fumes. The quantity of remains after combustion is
lower with this fuel, which keeps the components of
the engine more clean.

To mix fuel
1. Fill half the quantity of gasoline in a clean container
for fuel.
Gasoline
2. Add the full quantity of oil.
• Use good quality unleaded gasoline with a maximum
3. Shake the fuel mixture.
of 10% ethanol contents.
4. Add the remaining quantity of gasoline to the
CAUTION: Do not use gasoline with container.
an octane grade less than 90 RON/87 5. Carefully shake the fuel mixture.
AKI. Use of a lower octane grade can
cause engine knocking, which causes
engine damages. CAUTION: Do not mix fuel for more
than 1 month at a time.
Two-stroke oil
• For best results and performance use Husqvarna
two-stroke oil.
• If Husqvarna two-stroke oil is not available, use a
two-stroke oil of good quality for air-cooled engines.

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To fill the fuel tank operate correctly. Speak to your servicing
dealer when you select your chain oil.

WARNING: Obey the procedure that • Use Husqvarna chain oil for maximum saw chain life
follows for your safety. and to prevent negative effects on the environment.
If Husqvarna chain oil is not available, we
1. Stop the engine and let the engine become cool. recommend you to use a standard chain oil.
• Use a chain oil with good adherence to the saw
2. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap.
chain.
• Use a chain oil with correct viscosity range that
agrees with the air temperature.

CAUTION: If the oil is too thin, it

runs out before the fuel. In temperatures
below 0°C/32°F some chain oils become
too thick, which can cause damage to
the oil pump components.
3. Shake the container and make sure that the fuel is
• Use the recommended cutting equipment. Refer to
fully mixed.
Accessories on page 35.
4. Remove the fuel tank cap slowly to release the • Remove the cap to the chain oil tank.
pressure.
• Fill the chain oil tank with chain oil.
5. Fill the fuel tank. • Attach the cap carefully.

CAUTION: Make sure that there is

not too much fuel in the fuel tank. The
fuel expands when it becomes hot.

6. Tighten the fuel tank cap carefully.

7. Clean fuel spillage on and around the product.
8. Move the product 3 m/10 ft or more away from the
refueling area and fuel source before you start the
engine.
Note: To see where the chain oil tank is on your
Note: To see where the fuel tank is on your product, product, refer to Product overview on page 2.
refer to Product overview on page 2.
Kickback information
To do a run-in
• During the first 10 hours of operation, do not apply WARNING: A kickback can cause
full throttle without load for extended periods. serious injury or death to the operator or
others. To decrease the risk you must know
To use the correct chain oil the causes of kickback and how to prevent
them.
WARNING: Do not use waste oil, which
can cause injury to you and the A kickback occurs when the kickback zone of the guide
environment. Waste oil also causes damage bar touches an object. A kickback can occur suddenly
to the oil pump, the guide bar and the saw and with large force, which throws the product in the
chain. direction of the operator.

WARNING: The saw chain can break if

the lubrication of the cutting equipment is
not sufficient. Risk of serious injury or death
to the operator.

WARNING: This product has a function Kickback always occurs in the cutting plane of the guide
that lets the fuel run out before the chain oil. bar. Usually, the product is thrown against the operator
Use the correct chain oil for this function to but can also move in a different direction. It is how you

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use the product when the kickback occurs that causes To start the product
the direction of the movement.
To prepare to start with a cold engine

WARNING: The chain brake must be

engaged when the product is started to
decrease the risk of injury.

1. Move the front hand guard forward to engage the

chain brake.

A smaller bar tip radius decreases the force of the

kickback.
Use a low kickback saw chain to decrease the effects of
kickback. Do not let the kickback zone touch an object.
2. Set the start/stop switch to on.
WARNING: No saw chain fully 3. Pull the choke control out to set the choke control in
prevents kickback. Always obey the choke position.
instructions.

Common questions about kickback

• Will the hand always engage the chain brake during
a kickback?
No. It is necessary to use some force to push the
front hand guard forward. If you do not use the force
necessary, the chain brake will not be engaged. You
must also hold the handles of the product stable with
two hands during work. If a kickback occurs, it is
possible that the chain brake does not stop the saw
chain before it touches you. There are also some
positions in which your hand can not touch the front
hand guard to engage the chain brake. 4. Push the throttle trigger lockout (A).
• Will the inertia release mechanism always engage 5. Push the throttle trigger to open the throttle fully (B).
the chain brake during kickback? 6. Push the start throttle lock (C).
No. First, the chain brake must operate correctly.
Refer to To do a check of the chain brake on page C
23 for instructions about how to do a check of the
chain brake. We recommend you to do this each A
time before you use the product. Second, the force
of the kickback must be large to engage the chain
brake. If the chain brake is too sensitive, it can
engage during rough operation.
B
• Will the chain brake always protect me from injury
during a kickback?
No. The chain brake must operate correctly to give
protection. The chain brake must also be engaged
during a kickback to stop the saw chain. If you are
near the guide bar, it is possible that the chain brake
does not have time to stop the saw chain before it
hits you.

WARNING: Only you and the correct

working technique can prevent kickbacks.

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7. Push the decompression valve. To start the product

WARNING: You must keep your feet in

a stable position when you start the product.

WARNING: If the saw chain rotates at

idle speed, speak to your servicing dealer
and do not use the product.

1. Put the product on the ground.

2. Put your left hand on the front handle.
3. Put your right foot into the footgrip on the rear
handle.
4. Pull the starter rope handle slowly with your right
hand until you feel resistance.

8. Continue to To start the product on page 13 for

more instructions. WARNING: Do not twist the starter
rope around your hand.
To prepare to start with a warm engine
5. Pull the starter rope handle quickly and with force.
WARNING: The chain brake must be
engaged when the product is started to
decrease the risk of injury.

1. Move the front hand guard forward to engage the

chain brake.

2. Set the start/stop switch to on. CAUTION: Do not pull the starter
3. Push the throttle trigger lockout (A). rope to full extension and do not let go of
the starter rope handle. This can cause
4. Push the throttle trigger to open the throttle fully (B). damage to the product.
5. Push the start throttle lock (C).
a) If you start your product with a cold engine, pull
C the starter rope handle until the engine fires.

A Note: You can identify when the engine fires

through a "puff" sound.
b) Disengage the choke.
B 6. Pull the starter rope handle until the engine starts.

6. Push the decompression valve.

7. Continue to To start the product on page 13 for
more instructions.

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7. Quickly disengage the throttle trigger lockout to set • To cut on the push stroke is when you cut with the
the product to idle speed. top of the guide bar. The saw chain pushes the
product in the direction of the operator.

8. Move the front hand guard rearward to disengage

the chain brake.

WARNING: If the saw chain is

caught in the trunk, the product can be
pushed at you. Hold the product tightly
9. Use the product. and make sure that the kickback zone of
the guide bar does not touch the tree
To stop the product and causes a kickback.

• Push the start/stop switch down to stop the engine.

To use the cutting technique

Pull stroke and push stroke
You can cut through wood with the product in 2 different WARNING: Use full throttle when you
positions. cut and decrease to idle speed after each
cut.
• To cut on the pull stroke is when you cut with the
bottom of the guide bar. The saw chain pulls through
the tree when you cut. In this position you have CAUTION: Engine damage can occur if
better control of the product and the position of the
the engine runs for too long at full throttle
kickback zone.
without load.

1. Put the trunk on a saw horse or runners.

WARNING: Do not cut trunks in a

pile. That increases the risk of kickback
and can result in serious injury or death.

2. Remove the cut pieces from the cutting area.

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 WARNING: Cut pieces in the To cut a trunk that has support on two ends
cutting area increase the risk of kickback
and that you can not keep your balance. WARNING: Make sure that the saw
chain does not get caught in the trunk during
cutting. Obey the instructions below.
To cut a trunk on the ground
1. Cut through the trunk on the pull stroke. Keep full
throttle but be prepared for sudden accidents.

1. Cut on the pull stroke approximately ⅓ through the

trunk.
WARNING: Make sure that the saw 2. Cut through the remaining part of the trunk on the
chain does not touch the ground when push stroke to complete the cut.
you complete the kerf. 1.
2. Cut approximately ⅔ through the trunk and then
stop. Turn the trunk and cut from the opposite side.

1. 2. 2.

WARNING: Stop the engine if the saw

chain gets caught in the trunk. Use a lever to
open up the kerf and remove the product.
Do not try to pull the product out by hand.
To cut a trunk that has support on one end This can result in injury when the product
suddenly breaks free.
WARNING: Make sure that the trunk
does not break during cutting. Obey the
instructions below. To use the limbing technique
Note: For thick branches, use the cutting technique.
Refer to To use the cutting technique on page 14.

WARNING: There is a high accident

risk when you use the limbing technique.
Refer to Kickback information on page 11 for
instructions how to prevent kickback.

1. Cut on the push stroke approximately ⅓ through the

trunk. WARNING: Cut limbs one by one. Be
2. Cut through the trunk on the pull stroke until the two careful when you remove small limbs and do
kerfs touch. not cut bushes or many small limbs at the
same time. Small limbs can get caught in the
2. saw chain and prevent safe operation of the
product.

Note: Cut the limbs piece by piece if it is necessary.

1.

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 b) Cut on the push stroke.
2
1

1. Remove the limbs on the right side of the trunk.

a) Keep the guide bar on the right side of the trunk
and keep the body of the product against the
trunk.
b) Select the applicable cutting technique for the 3. Remove the limbs on the left side of the trunk.
tension in the branch. a) Select the applicable cutting technique for the
tension in the branch.

WARNING: If you are not sure

about how to cut the branch, speak WARNING: If you are not sure
to a professional chainsaw operator about how to cut the branch, speak
before you continue. to a professional chainsaw operator
before you continue.
2. Remove the limbs on the top of the trunk.
a) Keep the product on the trunk and let the guide Refer to To cut trees and branches that are in tension on
bar move along the trunk. page 20 for instructions on how to cut branches that
are in tension.

To use the tree felling technique

WARNING: You must have experience
to fell a tree. If possible, engage in a training
course in chainsaw operation. Speak to an
operator with experience for more
knowledge.

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To keep a safe distance 6. Do not let the tree fall onto a different standing tree.
It is dangerous to remove a caught tree and there is
1. Make sure that persons around you keep a safe a high accident risk. Refer to To free a trapped tree
distance at a minimum of 2 1/2 tree lengths. on page 19.

2. Make sure that no person is in the risk zone before

or during felling.

WARNING: During critical felling

operations, lift your hearing protection
immediately when the sawing is
complete. It is important that you hear
sounds and warning signals.

To clear the trunk and prepare your path of

retreat
Cut off all branches from your shoulder height and
down.
To calculate the felling direction
1. Cut on the pull stroke from the top down. Make sure
1. Examine in which direction it is necessary for the that the tree is between you and the product.
tree to fall. The goal is to fell it in a position where
you can limb and cut the trunk easily. It is also
important that you are stable on your feet and can
move about safely.

WARNING: If it is dangerous or not

possible to fell the tree in its natural
direction, fell the tree in a different
direction.

2. Examine the natural fall direction of the tree. For

example the tilt and bend of the tree, wind direction,
the location of the branches and weight of snow.
3. Examine if there are obstacles, for example other
trees, power lines, roads and/or buildings around. 2. Remove undergrowth from the work area around the
4. Look for signs of damage and rot in the stem. tree. Remove all cut off material from the work area.
3. Do a check of the area for obstacles such as stones,
WARNING: Rot in the stem can branches and holes. You must have a clear path of
mean a risk that the tree falls before you retreat when the tree starts to fall. Your path of
complete the cutting. retreat must be approximately 135 degrees away
from the felling direction.
5. Make sure the tree has no damaged or dead
1. The danger zone
branches that can break off and hit you during
felling. 2. The path of retreat
3. The felling direction

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 To make the directional cuts
1. Make the directional cuts ¼ of the diameter of the
tree. Make a 45°-70° angle between the top
1 directional cut and bottom directional cut.
3
2
1 45º-70º

To fell a tree
a) Make the top directional cut. Align the felling
Husqvarna recommends you to make the directional direction mark (1) of the product with the felling
cuts and then use the safe corner method when you fell direction of the tree (2). Stay behind the product
a tree. The safe corner method helps you to make a and keep the tree on your left side. Cut with a
correct felling hinge and control the felling direction. pull stroke.
b) Make the bottom directional cut. Make sure that
WARNING: Do not fell trees with a the end of the bottom directional cut is at the
diameter that is more than two times larger same point as the end of the top directional cut.
than the guide bar length. For this, you must
have special training.

The felling hinge

1
The most important procedure during tree felling is to
make the correct felling hinge. With a correct felling
hinge, you control the felling direction and make sure 2
that the felling procedure is safe.
The thickness of the felling hinge must be equal and a
minimum of 10% of the tree diameter.
2. Make sure that the bottom directional cut is
WARNING: If the felling hinge is horizontal and at a 90° angle to the felling direction.
incorrect or too thin, you have no control of
the felling direction.
To use the safe corner method
The felling cut must be made slightly above the
directional cut.

WARNING: Be careful when you cut

with the guide bar tip. Start to cut with the
lower section of the guide bar tip as you
make a bore cut into the trunk.

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 3. Put a wedge in the kerf straight from behind.

1. If the usable cutting length is longer than the tree

diameter, do these steps (a-d).
a) Make a bore cut straight into the trunk to
complete the felling hinge width.
4. Cut off the corner to make the tree fall.

Note: If the tree does not fall, hit the wedge until it
does.

5. When the tree starts to fall, use the path of retreat to

move away from the tree. Move a minimum of 5
m/15 ft away from the tree.
b) Cut on the pull stroke until ⅓ of the trunk is left.
To free a trapped tree
c) Pull the guide bar 5-10 cm/2-4 in rearward.
d) Cut through the remaining of the trunk to WARNING: It is very dangerous to
complete a safe corner that is 5-10 cm/2-4 in
remove a trapped tree and there is a high
wide.
accident risk. Keep out of the risk zone and
do not try to fell a trapped tree.

2. If the usable cutting length is shorter than the tree

diameter, do these steps (a-d).
a) Make a bore cut straight into the trunk. The bore
cut must extend 3/5 of the tree diameter.
b) Cut on the pull stroke through the remaining
trunk.

The safest procedure is to use one of the following

winches:
• Tractor-mounted

c) Cut straight into the trunk from the other side of

the tree to complete the felling hinge.
d) Cut on the push stroke, until ⅓ of the trunk is left,
to complete the safe corner.

• Portable

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To cut trees and branches that are in tension 7. Continue to cut more into the tree until the tree/
branch bends and the tension is released.
1. Figure out which side of the tree or branch that is in
tension.
2. Figure out where the point of maximum tension is.

8. Cut the tree/branch from the opposite side of the

bend, after the tension is released.

To use the product in cold weather

3. Examine which is the safest procedure to release the CAUTION: Snow and cold weather can
tension. cause operation problems. Risk of too low
engine temperature or ice on the air filter
Note: In some situations the only safe procedure and the carburetor.
is to use a winch and not your product.
1. For temperatures below 0°C/32°F, remove the plug
4. Keep a position where the tree or branch can not hit in the cylinder cover.
you when the tension is released.

5. Make one or more cuts of sufficient depth necessary

to decrease the tension. Cut at or near the point of
maximum tension. Make the tree or branch break at
the point of maximum tension.

WARNING: Do not cut straight

through a tree or branch that is in
tension.

WARNING: Be very careful when

you cut a tree that is in tension. There is
a risk that the tree moves quickly before
or after you cut it. Serious injury can
occur if you are in an incorrect position
or if you cut incorrectly.

6. If you must cut across tree/branch, make 2 to 3 cuts,

1 in. apart and with a depth of 2 in.

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2. For temperatures below -5°C/23°F or in conditions the temperature increases above 0°C/32°F.
with snow, a winter cover is available. Assemble the Risk of too high engine temperature and
winter cover on the starter housing. The winter cover damage to the engine.
decreases the flow of cool air and keeps snow away
from the carburetor space. Heated handles (272 XPG)
The product has heated front and rear handles. The
electrical heating coils are powered by a generator.
Push the switch to engage the heat in the handles. The
heat is on when you can see the red mark on the switch.

Electrical carburetor heating (272 XPG)

Adjustment of the carburetor heating is done electrically
CAUTION: Remove the winter cover if through a thermostat. This keeps the correct carburetor
the temperature increases above -5°C/23°F. temperature and prevents ice in the carburetor.
Assemble the plug in the cylinder cover if

Maintenance
Introduction
WARNING: Read and understand the
safety chapter before you do maintenance
on the product.

Maintenance schedule

Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance

Clean the external parts of the prod- Clean the cooling system. Refer to Do a check of the brake band. Refer
uct and make sure that there is no oil To clean the cooling system on page to To do a check of the brake band
on the handles. 32. on page 22.
Do a check of the throttle trigger and Do a check of the starter, starter rope Do a check of the clutch centre,
throttle trigger lockout. Refer to To do and return spring. clutch drum and clutch spring.
a check of the throttle trigger and
throttle trigger lockout on page 23.
Make sure that there is no damage Lubricate the needle bearing. Refer Clean the spark plug. Refer to To do
on the vibration damping units. to To lubricate the needle bearing on a check of the spark plug on page
page 30. 27.
Clean and do a check of the chain Remove burrs from the edges of the Clean the external parts of the carbu-
brake. Refer to To do a check of the guide bar. Refer to To do a check of rettor.
front hand guard and the chain brake the guide bar on page 31.
activation on page 22.
Do a check of the chain catcher. Re- Clean or replace the spark arrester Do a check of the fuel filter and the
fer to To do a check of the chain screen on the muffler. fuel hose. Replace if necessary.
catcher on page 23.

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 Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance

Turn the guide bar, do a check of the Clean the carburetor area. Do a check of all cables and connec-
lubrication hole and clean the groove tions.
in the guide bar. Refer to To do a
check of the guide bar on page 31.
Make sure that the guide bar and Clean or replace the air filter. Refer Empty the fuel tank.
saw chain are getting sufficient oil. to To clean the air filter on page 26.

Do a check of the saw chain. Refer to Clean between the cylinder fins. Empty the oil tank.
To examine the cutting equipment on
page 31.
Sharpen the saw chain and do a
check of its tension. Refer to To
sharpen the saw chain on page 27.
Do a check of the chain drive sprock-
et. Refer to To do a check of the rim
sprocket on page 30.
Clean the air intake on the starter.

Make sure that nuts and screws are

tightened.

Do a check of the stop switch. Refer

to To do a check of the start/stop
switch on page 24.
Make sure that these are no fuel
leaks from the engine, tank or fuel
lines.

Make sure that the saw chain does

not rotate when the engine is at idle
speed.

Make sure that there is no damage

on the right hand guard.

Make sure that the muffler is correct-

ly attached, has no damages and
that no parts of the muffler are miss-
ing.

Maintenance and checks of the safety 2. Do a check of the brake band. The brake band must
be at a minimum of 0.6 mm/0.024 in thick at its
devices on the product thinnest point.
To do a check of the brake band To do a check of the front hand guard and the
1. Use a brush to remove wood dust, resin and dirt chain brake activation
from the chain brake and clutch drum. Dirt and wear 1. Make sure that the front hand guard is not damaged
can decrease the function of the brake. and that there are no defects, such as cracks.

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2. Make sure that the front hand guard moves freely To do a check of the throttle trigger and
and that it is attached safely to the clutch cover. throttle trigger lockout
1. Make sure that the throttle trigger and throttle trigger
lockout move freely and that the return spring works
correctly.

3. Hold the product with 2 hands above a stump or

other stable surface.

2. Press down the throttle trigger lockout and make

WARNING: The engine must be off. sure that it goes back to its initial position when you
release it.
4. Let go of the front handle and let the guide bar tip fall
against the stump.

3. Make sure that the throttle trigger is locked at the

idle position when the throttle trigger lockout is
released.

5. Make sure that the chain brake engages as the

guide bar tip hits the stump.

To do a check of the chain brake

4. Start the product and apply full throttle.
1. Start the product. Refer to To start the product on 5. Release the throttle trigger and make sure that the
page 12 for instructions. saw chain stops and stays stationary.

WARNING: Make sure that the saw WARNING: If the saw chain rotates
chain does not touch the ground or other when the throttle trigger is in the idle
objects. position, speak to your servicing dealer.
2. Hold the product tightly.
To do a check of the chain catcher
3. Apply full throttle and tilt your left wrist against the
front hand guard to engage the chain brake. The 1. Make sure that there is no damage on the chain
saw chain must stop immediately. catcher.
2. Make sure that the chain catcher is stable and
attached to the body of the product.

WARNING: Do not let go of the front

handle.

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To do a check of the right hand guard WARNING: Do not use a product that
• Make sure that the right hand guard is not damaged has a defective muffler or a muffler that is in
and that there are no defects, such as cracks. bad condition.

WARNING: Do not use a product if the

spark arrester mesh on the muffler is
missing or defective.

1. Examine the muffler for damages and defects.

2. Make sure that the muffler is correctly attached to
To do a check of the vibration damping the product.
system
1. Make sure that there are no cracks or deformation
on the vibration damping units.
2. Make sure that the vibration damping units are
correctly attached to the engine unit and handle unit.
Refer to Product overview on page 2 for information
about where the vibration damping system is on your
product.

To do a check of the start/stop switch

1. Start the engine.
2. Push the start/stop switch to the STOP position. The
3. If your product has a special spark arrester mesh,
engine must stop.
clean the spark arrester mesh weekly.

To do a check of the muffler

WARNING: A used muffler/spark

arrester and spark arrester mounting face
4. Replace a damaged spark arrester mesh.
may contain deposits of combustion
particles on the surfaces that may be
carcinogenic. To avoid skin contact and CAUTION: If the spark arrester mesh is
inhalation of such particles when cleaning blocked the product becomes too hot and
and/or servicing the spark arrester, make this causes damage to the cylinder and
sure you always: piston.

• wear gloves;
• clean and/or service in a well ventilated Carburetor adjustment
area; Because of environmental and emissions laws, your
• do not use pressurized air to clean the product has adjustment limitations on the carburetor
spark arrester screen; adjuster screws. This decreases the harmful exhaust
• use a steel brush and brush away from
your body when cleaning the spark
arrester.

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fumes from your product. You can only turn the To adjust the high speed needle (H)
adjustment screws maximum ½ turn.
The engine is adjusted at the factory to operate at sea
level. At higher altitudes, in different weather or different
temperatures it can be necessary to adjust the high
H speed needle.
L
• Turn the high speed needle to make adjustments.

1/2 CAUTION: Do not turn the high

speed needle screw across the
adjustment limitation stop. This can
1/2 cause damage to the piston and the
cylinder.

To examine if the carburetor is correctly

Basic adjustments and run-in adjusted
The basic carburetor adjustments are done at the • Make sure that the product has the correct
factory. For the recommended idle speed, refer to acceleration capacity.
Technical data on page 34. • Make sure that the product 4-cycles a little at full
throttle.
CAUTION: Do not operate the product • Make sure that the saw chain does not rotate at idle
at too high speed during the first 10 hours of speed.
operation. • If the product is not easy to start or has less
acceleration capacity, adjust the low and high speed
needles.
CAUTION: If the saw chain rotates at
idle speed, turn the idle speed screw
counterclockwise until the saw chain stops. CAUTION: Incorrect adjustments
can cause damage to the engine.
To adjust the low speed needle (L)
To replace a broken or worn starter
• Turn the low speed needle clockwise until stop.
rope
Note: If the product has a bad acceleration 1. Loosen the screws to the starter housing
capacity or if the idle speed is not correct, turn the
2. Remove the starter housing.
low speed needle counterclockwise. Turn the low
speed needle until the acceleration capacity and idle
speed is correct.

To adjust the idle speed screw (T)

1. Start the product.
2. Turn the idle speed screw clockwise until the saw
chain starts to rotate.
3. Pull out the starter rope approximately 30 cm/12 in
3. Turn the idle speed screw counterclockwise until the and put it in the notch on the pulley.
saw chain stops.

Note: The idle speed is correctly adjusted when the

engine runs correctly in all positions. The idle speed
must also be safely below the speed at which the saw
chain starts to rotate.

WARNING: If the saw chain does not

stop when you turn the idle speed screw,
speak to your servicing dealer. Do not use
the product until it is correctly adjusted.

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4. Let the pulley rotate slowly rearward to release the To tighten the recoil spring
recoil spring.
1. Put the starter rope into the notch in the pulley.
2. Turn the starter pulley approximately 2 turns
clockwise.
3. Pull the starter rope handle and pull out the starter
rope fully.
4. Put your thumb on the pulley.
5. Move your thumb and release the starter rope.
6. Make sure that you can turn the pulley ½ turn after
the starter rope is fully extended.

5. Remove the center screw and remove the pulley.

WARNING: You must be careful

when you replace the return spring or
the starter rope. The recoil spring is in
tension when it is wound up in the starter
housing. If you are not careful, it can
eject and cause injuries. Use protective
glasses and protective gloves.

6. Remove the used starter rope from the handle and

the pulley.
7. Attach a new starter rope to the pulley. Wind the
starter rope approximately 3 turns around the pulley.
8. Connect the pulley to the recoil spring. The end of To assemble the starter housing on the
the recoil spring must engage in the pulley. product
9. Assemble the pulley and center screw.
1. Pull out the starter rope and put the starter in
10. Pull the starter rope through the hole in the starter position against the crankcase.
housing and the starter rope handle.
2. Slowly release the starter rope until the pulley
11. Make a tight knot at the end of the starter rope. engages with the pawls.
3. Tighten the screws that hold the starter.

To clean the air filter

Clean the air filter regularly from dirt and dust. This
prevents carburetor malfunctions, starting problems,
loss of engine power, wear to engine parts and more
fuel consumption than usual.
1. Remove the cylinder cover and the air filter.

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2. Use a brush or shake the air filter clean. Use To sharpen the saw chain
detergent and water to clean it fully.
Information about the guide bar and saw chain
Note: An air filter that is used for a long time can
not be fully cleaned. Replace the air filter regularly WARNING: Use protective gloves
and always replace a defective air filter. when you use or do maintenance on the
saw chain. A saw chain that does not move
3. Attach the air filter and make sure that the air filter
can also cause injuries.
seals tightly against the filter holder.

Replace a worn or damaged guide bar or saw chain with

the guide bar and saw chain combination recommended
by Husqvarna. This is necessary to keep the safety
functions of the product. Refer to Accessories on page
35, for a list of replacement bar and chain
combinations that we recommend.
• Guide bar length, in/cm. Information about the guide
bar length can usually be found on the rear end of
the guide bar.

Note: Because of different work conditions, weather

or season, your product can be used with different types
of air filter. Speak to your servicing dealer for more
information. • Number of teeth on bar tip sprocket (T).

To do a check of the spark plug

CAUTION: Use the recommended
spark plug. Refer to Technical data on page
34. An incorrect spark plug can cause
damage to the product. • Chain pitch, in. The distance between the drive links
of the saw chain must align with the distance of the
1. If the product is not easy to start or to operate or if teeth on the bar tip sprocket and drive sprocket.
the product operates incorrectly at idle speed,
examine the spark plug for unwanted materials. To
decrease the risk of unwanted material on the spark D
PITCH =
plug electrodes, do these steps: 2
a) make sure that the idle speed is correctly
adjusted. D
b) make sure that the fuel mixture is correct.
c) make sure that the air filter is clean. • Number of drive links. The number of drive links is
decided by the type of guide bar.
2. Clean the spark plug if it is dirty.
3. Make sure that the electrode gap is correct. Refer to,
Technical data on page 34.

4. Replace the spark plug monthly or more frequently if

necessary.

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• Bar groove width, in/mm. The groove width in guide • Filing angle.
bar must be the same as the chain drive links width.

• Cutting angle.

• Chain oil hole and hole for chain tensioner. The

guide bar must align with product.

• File position.

• Drive link width, mm/in.

• Round file diameter.

General information about how to sharpen the

cutters It is not easy to sharpen a saw chain correctly without
Do not use a blunt saw chain. If the saw chain is blunt, the correct equipment. Use Husqvarna file gauge. This
you must apply more pressure to push the guide bar will help you to keep maximum cutting performance and
through the wood. If the saw chain is very blunt, there the kickback risk at a minimum.
will be no wood chips but sawdust.
A sharp saw chain eats through the wood and the wood
WARNING: The force of the kickback
chips becomes long and thick. increases a lot if you do not follow the
sharpening instructions.
The cutting tooth (A) and the depth gauge (B) together
makes the cutting part of the saw chain, the cutter. The
difference in height between the two gives the cutting Note: Refer to To sharpen the cutters on page 28 for
depth (depth gauge setting). information about sharpening of the saw chain.

A To sharpen the cutters

B 1. Use a round file and a file gauge to sharpen the
cutting teeth.

When you sharpen the cutter, think about the following:

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 recommend you to adjust the depth gauge setting after
Note: Refer to Accessories on page 35 for each third operation that you sharpen the cutting teeth.
information about which file and gauge that
Husqvarna recommends for your saw chain. We recommend that you use our depth gauge tool to
receive the correct depth gauge setting and bevel for the
2. Apply the file gauge correctly on to the cutter. Refer depth gauge.
to the instruction supplied with the file gauge.
3. Move the file from the inner side of the cutting teeth
and out. Decrease the pressure on the pull stroke.

1. Use a flat file and a depth gauge tool to adjust the

depth gauge setting. Only use Husqvarna depth
gauge tool to get the correct depth gauge setting and
bevel for the depth gauge.
2. Put the depth gauge tool on the saw chain.

Note: See the package of the depth gauge tool for

more information about how to use the tool.

4. Remove material from one side of all the cutting 3. Use the flat file to remove the part of the depth
teeth. gauge that extends through the depth gauge tool.
5. Turn the product around and remove material on the
other side.
6. Make sure that all cutting teeth are the same length.

General information about how to adjust the

depth gauge setting
The depth gauge setting (C) decreases when you
sharpen the cutting tooth (A). To keep maximum cutting
performance you must remove filing material from the
To adjust the tension of the saw chain
depth gauge (B) to receive the recommended depth
gauge setting. See Accessories on page 35 for WARNING: A saw chain with an
instructions about how to receive the correct depth incorrect tension can come loose from the
gauge setting for your saw chain. guide bar and cause serious injury or death.

A A saw chain becomes longer when you use it. Adjust the
C saw chain regularly.
B 1. Loosen the bar nuts that hold the clutch cover/chain
brake. Use a wrench.

WARNING: The risk of kickback

increases if the depth gauge setting is too
large!

To adjust the depth gauge setting

Before you adjust the depth gauge setting or sharpen Note: Some models have only one bar nut.
the cutters, refer to General information about how to
sharpen the cutters on page 28, for instructions. We 2. Tighten the bar nuts by hand as tightly as you can.
3. Lift the front of the guide bar and turn the chain
tensioning screw. Use a wrench.

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4. Tighten the saw chain until it is tight against the To do a check of the rim sprocket
guide bar but still can move easily.
The clutch drum has a rim sprocket that can be
replaced.

5. Tighten the bar nuts using the wrench and lift the 1. Make sure that the rim sprocket is not worn. Replace
front of the guide bar at the same time. if necessary.
6. Make sure you can pull the saw chain around freely 2. Replace the rim sprocket each time you replace the
by hand and that it does not hang from the guide saw chain.
bar.
To lubricate the needle bearing
1. Pull the front hand guard rearward to disengage the
chain brake.
2. Loosen the bar nuts and remove the clutch cover.

Note: Some models have only one bar nut.

3. Put the product on a stable surface with the clutch
Note: Refer to Product overview on page 2 for the drum up.
position of the chain tensioning screw on your product.
4. Lubricate the needle bearing with a grease gun. Use
engine oil or a bearing grease of high quality.
To do a check of the saw chain
lubrication
1. Start the product and let it operate at ¾ throttle. Hold
the bar approximately 20 cm/8 in above a surface of
light color.
2. If the saw chain lubrication is correct, you see a clear
line of oil on the surface after 1 minute.

3. If the saw chain lubrication does not operate

correctly, do a check of the guide bar. Refer to To do
a check of the guide bar on page 31 for
instructions. Speak to your servicing dealer if the
maintenance steps does not help.

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To examine the cutting equipment 4. Examine the groove in the guide bar for wear.
Replace the guide bar if it is necessary.
1. Make sure that there are no cracks in rivets and links
and that no rivets are loose. Replace if it is
necessary.

5. Examine if the guide bar tip is rough or very worn.

2. Make sure that the saw chain is easy to bend.

Replace the saw chain if it is rigid.
3. Compare the saw chain with a new saw chain to
examine if the rivets and links are worn.
4. Replace the saw chain when the longest part of the
cutting tooth is less than 4 mm/0.16 in. Also replace
the saw chain if there are cracks on the cutters. 6. Make sure that the bar tip sprocket turns freely and
that the lubricating hole in the bar tip sprocket is not
blocked. Clean and lubricate if it is necessary.

To do a check of the guide bar

1. Make sure that the oil channel is not blocked. Clean 7. Turn the guide bar daily to extend its life cycle.
if it is necessary.

2. Examine if there are burrs on the edges of the guide To do maintenance on the fuel tank
bar. Remove the burrs using a file.
and the chain oil tank
• Drain and clean the fuel tank and the chain oil tank
regularly.
• Replace the fuel filter yearly or more frequently if
necessary.

3. Clean the groove in the guide bar.

CAUTION: Contamination in the tanks
causes malfunction.

To adjust the chain oil flow

WARNING: Stop the engine before you

make adjustments to the oil pump.

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• Turn the adjustment screw for the oil pump. Use a starter (A) and the air guide plate (B), the pawls on the
screwdriver or combination wrench. flywheel (C), the cooling fins on the cylinder (D) and the
cylinder cover (E).

B
A

1. Clean the cooling system with a brush weekly or

more frequently if it is necessary.
2. Make sure that the cooling system is not dirty or
Recommended settings for the oil pump blocked.

• Guide bar length 33-38 cm/13-15 in: Position 2. CAUTION: A dirty or blocked
• Guide bar length 46- cm/18- in: Position 3-4. cooling system can make the product too
hot, which can cause damage to the
To clean the cooling system product.
The cooling system keeps the engine temperature
down. The cooling system includes the air intake on the

Troubleshooting

The engine does not start

Product part to examine Possible cause Action

Starter pawls The starter pawls are blocked. Adjust or replace the starter pawls.

Clean around the pawls.

Speak to an approved service work-

shop.

Fuel tank Incorrect fuel type. Drain the fuel tank and fill with cor-
rect fuel.

The fuel tank is filled with chain oil. If you have tried to start the product,
speak to your servicing dealer. If you
have not tried to start the product,
drain the fuel tank.

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 Product part to examine Possible cause Action

Ignition, no spark The spark plug is dirty or wet. Make sure that the spark plug is dry
and clean.

The electrode gap is incorrect. Clean the spark plug. Make sure that
the electrode gap and spark plug is
correct, and that the correct spark
plug type is the recommended or
equivalent.

Refer to Technical data on page 34

for the correct electrode gap.

Spark plug and cylinder The spark plug is loose. Tighten the spark plug.

Engine is flooded because of repea- Remove and clean the spark plug.
ted starts with full choke after igni- Put the product on its side with the
tion. spark plug hole away from you. Pull
the starter rope handle 6-8 times. As-
semble the spark plug and start the
product. Refer to To start the product
on page 12.

The engine starts but stops again

Product part to examine Possible cause Action

Fuel tank Incorrect fuel type. Drain the fuel tank and fill with cor-
rect fuel.

Carburetor The idle speed is not correct. Speak to your servicing dealer.

Air filter Clogged air filter. Clean or replace the air filter.

Fuel filter Clogged fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter.

Transportation and storage

Transportation and storage • Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug and
engage the chain brake.
• For storage and transportation of the product and • Attach the product safely during transportation.
fuel, make sure that there are no leaks or fumes.
Sparks or open flames, for example from electrical To prepare your product for long-term
devices or boilers, can start a fire.
storage
• Always use approved containers for storage and
transportation of fuel. 1. Stop the product and let it become cool before you
• Empty the fuel and chain oil tanks before disassemble it.
transportation or before long-term storage. Discard 2. Disassemble and clean the saw chain and the
the fuel and chain oil at an applicable disposal groove in the guide bar.
location.
• Use the transportation guard on the product to CAUTION: If the saw chain and
prevent injuries or damage to the product. A saw guide bar are not cleaned, they can
chain that does not move can also cause serious become rigid or blocked.
injuries.
3. Attach the transportation guard.

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4. Clean the product. Refer to Maintenance on page 21 5. Do a complete servicing of the product.
for instructions.

Technical data

Technical data

Husqvarna 61 Husqvarna 272 XP, 272 XPG

Engine

Cylinder displacement, cm3 61.5 72.2

Idle speed, rpm 2500 2500

Maximum engine power acc. to ISO 2.9/3.9 @ 8300 3.6/4.8 @ 9300

8893, kW/hp @ rpm

Ignition system1

Spark plug Champion RCJ 7Y Champion RCJ 7Y

Electrode gap, mm 0.5 0.5

Fuel and lubrication system

Fuel tank capacity, liter/cm3 0.75/750 0.75/750

Oil tank capacity, liter/cm3 0.45/450 0.45/450

Type of oil pump Automatic Automatic

Weight

Weight, kg 6.2 272 XP: 6.3

272 XPG: 6.5

Noise emissions2

Sound power level, measured ac- 115 116

cording to ISO 22868, dB (A)

Sound levels3

Equivalent sound pressure level at 102 104

the operator’s ear, measured accord-
ing to ISO 22868, dB(A)

Equivalent vibration levels, a hveq4

Front handle, m/s2 6.2 6.6

Rear handle, m/s2 6.9 7.7

Saw chain/guide bar

1 Always use the recommended spark plug type! Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder.
2 Reported data for the noise output level has a typical dispersion (standard deviation) of 2 dB (A).
3 Reported data for equivalent sound pressure level for the product has a typical statistical dispersion (standard
deviation) of 1 dB (A).
4 Equivalent vibration level, according to ISO 22867, is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for vibration
levels under various working conditions. Reported data for equivalent vibration level has a typical statistical
dispersion (standard deviation) of 1 m/s2.

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Type of drive sprocket/number of Rim/7 Rim/7

teeth

Saw chain speed at 133% of maxi- 24.5 27.5

mum engine power speed, m/s.

Accessories
Recommended cutting equipment Kickback and guide bar nose radius
Chainsaw models Husqvarna 61, 272 XP, 272 XPG For sprocket nose bars the nose radius is specified by
have been evaluated for safety according to EN ISO the number of teeth, such as 10T. For solid guide bars
11681-1:2011 (Machinery for forestry - Portable the nose radius is specified by the dimension of the
chainsaw safety requirements and testing) and fulfill the nose radius. For a given guide bar length, you can use a
safety requirements when equipped with the below listed guide bar with smaller nose radius than given.
guide bar and saw chain combinations.

Low kickback saw chain

A saw chain that is designated as Low kickback saw
chain, meets the low kickback requirement specified in
ANSI B175.1-2012.

Guide bar Saw chain

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

15/38 3/8 0.058/1.5 11T Husqvarna H42 56

16/41 60

18/46 68

20/50 72

15/38 3/8 0.058/1.5 11T Husqvarna C85 56

16/41 60

18/46 3/8 0.058/1.5 34mm 68

20/50 72

The usable cutting length is usually 1 in less than the saw chain need to be Pixel to get these benefits. Pixel
nominal guide bar length. cutting equipment is marked with this symbol.

Pixel
Pixel is a guide bar and saw chain combination that is
more light weight and designated to offer more energy
efficient use by cutting narrow cuts. Both guide bar and

Filing equipment and filing angles

Use a Husqvarna file gauge to sharpen the saw chain. A
Husqvarna file gauge makes sure that you get the
correct filing angles. The part numbers are given in the
table below.

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If you are not sure how to identify the type of saw chain
on your product, refer to www.husqvarna.com for more
information.

0.025 in / 0.65
H42 5.5 mm / 7/32 in 505 69 81-30 25° 55°
mm

0.025 in / 0.65
C85 5.5 mm / 7/32 in 586 93 85-01 30° 60°
mm

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 EC Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of conformity
Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel:
+46-36-146500, declares under sole responsibility that
the chainsaws for forest service Husqvarna 61, 272 XP,
272 XPG from 2016’s serial numbers and onwards (the
year is clearly stated in plain text on the type plate with
subsequent serial number), are in conformity with the
requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVES:
• of May 17, 2006 ”relating to machinery” 2006/42/EC.
• of February 26, 2014 ”relating to electromagnetic
compatibility” 2014/30/EU.
The following standards have been applied: EN ISO
12100:2010, EN ISO 14982:2009, EN ISO
11681-1:2011.
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 certificates for EC type examination in accordance
with annex IX, have the numbers: 0404/10/2214 - 61.
0404/10/2215 - 272 XP and 272 XPG.
The supplied chainsaw conforms to the example that
underwent EC type examination.
Huskvarna, 20201013

Pär Martinsson, Development manager (authorized

representative for Husqvarna AB and responsible for
technical documentation.)

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Original instructions

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