Husqvarna 142 User Manual Page 1

530165144 2/8/05137 / 142WARNING:Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions beforeusing this product. Failure to do so can result i

10S When cutting with the saw, the chain brakemust be disengaged.DisengagedEngagedBraking function controlCAUTION:The chain brake must bechecked sever

11FELLING LARGE TREES(6 inches/15 cm in diameter or larger)The notch method is used to fell large trees.A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the

12WARNING: Never turn saw upsidedown to undercut. The saw cannot be con-trolled in this position.Always make your first cut on the compres-sion side o

13S Make your fist cut 1/3 of the way throughthe bottom of the limb.S Next make a 2nd cut all the waythrough the limb. Then cut a third over-cut leavi

14BAR MAINTENAN CEIf your saw cuts to one side, has to be forcedthrough the cut, or been run with an improperamount of bar lubrication it may be neces

15TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDYEngine will notstart or will runonly a fewseconds afterstarting.1. Ignition switch off.2. Engine flooded.3. Fuel tank empty.4. S

16care label. The fit of the protective apparel/bootis not covered under warranty.30 Day Warranty: Replacement parts, ac-cessories including bars and

17U.S. EPA/CALIFORNIA/ENVIRONMENT CANADAEMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND O B-LIGATIONS: The U.S. Environmental Protec-tion

18The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.This

2IDENTIFICATION (WHAT IS WHAT?)14567891011121314151617181920212224231. Cylinder Cover2. Front Handle3. Front Hand Guard4. Starter Cover5. Chain Oil Ta

3SAFETY RULESWARNING: Always disconnectspark plug wire and place wire where it can-not contact spark plug to prevent accidentalstarting when setting u

4ventilated place; and use an approved,marked container for all fuel purposes.Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw.S Move at least 10 feet (3 m

5Thumb on underside ofhandlebarElbow lockedS Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with bothhands when the engine is running anddon’t let go. A firm grip

6rized servicing dealer. Take your unit to theplace of purchase if purchased from a ser-vicing dealer, or to the nearest authorizedHusqvarna® service

7ASSEMBLYProtective gloves (not provided) should beworn during assembly.AT TACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If notalready attached)WARNING: Recheck each a

8Chain Brake NutsChain AdjustmentTool (Bar Tool)GuideBarAdjusting the tension:Chain tension is very important. Chainstretches during use. This is espe

9OPERATING YOUR UNITWARNING: The chain must not movewhen the engine runs at idle speed. If the chainmoves at idle speed refer to CARBURETORADJUSTMENTS