Husqvarna 135 Mark II Chainsaw Instruction Manual

June 9, 2024
Husqvarna

135 Mark II Chainsaw

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Introduction

Operator’s manual

The initial language of this operator’s manual is English.
Operator’s manuals in other languages are translations
from English.

Overview (Fig. 1)

1. Cylinder cover
2. Air purge bulb
3. Product and serial number plate
4. Information and warning decal
5. Stop switch
6. Rear handle
7. Fuel tank
8. Starter rope handle
9. Starter housing
10. Felling direction mark
11. Chain oil tank
12. Front handle
13. Chain brake and front hand guard
14. Muffler
15. Saw chain
16. Bar tip sprocket
17. Guide bar
18. Chain tensioning screw (130)
19. Chain tensioning screw (135 Mark II)
20. Spiked bumper
21. Chain catcher
22. Clutch cover
23. Right hand guard
24. Throttle trigger
25. Throttle trigger lockout
26. Transportation guard
27. Combination tool
28. Operator’s manual

Symbols on the product

(Fig. 2) Warning
(Fig. 3) Read this manual

(Fig. 4) Use a protective helmet in locations where
objects can fall on you. Use approved
hearing protection and approved eye
protection.
(Fig. 5) Use approved protective gloves
(Fig. 6) The product agrees with the applicable EC Directives
(Fig. 7) Noise emission to the environment
label as per EU and UK directives
and regulations, and New South Wales
legislation “Protection of the Environment
Operations (Noise Control) Regulation
2017”. The guaranteed sound power level of the product is specified in Technical Data on page 20 and on the label.
(Fig. 8) Chain brake, not engaged (left). Chain brake, engaged (right)
(Fig. 9) Choke control
(Fig. 10) Air purge bulb
(Fig. 11) Refueling
(Fig. 12) Chain oil fill
(Fig. 13) This product agrees with the applicable Korea directives
(Fig. 14) This product agrees with the applicable Japan directives
(Fig. 15) Hold the product properly with both hands
(Fig. 16) Do not use with one hand
(Fig. 17) Do not let the guide bar tip touch an object.
(Fig. 18) This product conforms to the applicable UK regulations.

Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer to
certification requirements for other commercial areas.

California Proposition 65
(Fig. 19)
Euro V Emissions

WARNING: Tampering with the engine
voids the EU type-approval of this product.

Product liability

As referred to in the product liability laws, we are not
liable for damages that our product causes if:

  • the product is incorrectly repaired.

  • the product is repaired with parts that are not
    from the manufacturer or not approved by the
    manufacturer.

  • the product has an accessory that is not from the
    manufacturer or not approved by the manufacturer.

  • the product is not repaired at an approved service
    center or by an approved authority.

Safety

Safety definitions
The definitions below give the level of severity for each
signal word.

WARNING: Injury to persons.

CAUTION: Damage to the product.

Note: This information makes the product easier to use.

General safety instructions

  • Use the product correctly. Injury or death is a
    possible result of incorrect use. Only use the product
    for the tasks found in this manual. Do not use the
    product for other tasks.

  • Read, understand and obey the instructions in this
    manual. Obey the safety symbols and the safety
    instructions. If the operator does not obey the
    instructions and the symbols, injury, damage or
    death is a possible result.

  • Do not discard this manual. Use the instructions
    to assemble, to operate and to keep your product
    in good condition. Use the instructions for correct
    installation of attachments and accessories. Only
    use approved attachments and accessories.

  • Do not use a damaged product. Obey the
    maintenance schedule. Only do the maintenance
    work that you find an instruction about in this
    manual. An approved service center must do all
    other maintenance work.

  • This manual cannot include all situations that can
    occur when you use the product. Be careful and use
    your common sense. Do not operate the product or
    do maintenance to the product if you are not sure
    about the situation. Speak to a product expert, your
    dealer, service agent or approved service center for
    information.

  • Disconnect the spark plug cable before you
    assemble the product, put the product into storage
    or do maintenance.

  • Do not use the product if it is changed from its initial
    specification. Do not change a part of the product
    without approval from the manufacturer. Only use
    parts that are approved by the manufacturer.
    Injury or death is a possible result of incorrect
    maintenance.

  • Do not breathe in the exhaust fumes from the
    engine. A health risk can occur if you breathe in
    exhaust fumes, chain oil fumes and sawdust for a
    long period.

  • Do not start the product indoors or near flammable
    material. The exhaust fumes are hot and can contain
    a spark which can start a fire. Without sufficient
    airflow, injury or death can result from asphyxiation
    or carbon monoxide.

  • This product makes an electromagnetic field during
    operation. The electromagnetic field can cause
    damage to medical implants. Speak to your
    physician and medical implant manufacturer before
    you operate the product.

  • Do not let a child operate the product.

  • Do not let a person, without knowledge of the
    instructions, operate the product.

  • Always monitor a person, with decreased physical
    capacity or mental capacity, that uses the product. A
    responsible adult must be there at all times.

  • Lock the product in an area that children and not
    approved persons cannot access.

  • The product can eject objects and cause injuries.
    Obey the safety instructions to decrease the risk of
    injury or death.

  • Do not go away from the product when the engine
    is on. Stop the engine and make sure that the chain
    does not rotate.

  • The operator of the product is responsible if an
    accident occurs.

  • Make sure that parts are not damaged before you
    use the product.

  • Refer to national or local laws. They can prevent
    or decrease the operation of the product in some
    conditions.

Safety instructions for operation

  • Continuous or regular operation of the product
    can cause “white finger” or equivalent medical
    problems from vibrations. Examine the condition of
    your hands and fingers if you operate the product
    continuously or regularly. If your hands or fingers
    have discoloration, have pain, tingle, or are numb,
    stop work and speak to a physician immediately.

  • Make sure the product is fully assembled before you
    use it.

  • The product can cause objects to eject, which can
    cause damage to the eyes. Always use approved
    eye protection when you operate the product.

  • Be careful, a child can come near the product
    without your knowledge during operation.

  • Do not operate the product if there are persons in
    the work area. Stop the product if a person goes into
    the work area.

(Fig. 20)
• Make sure that you are always in control of the product.
• The product must be operated with two hands. Do
not operate the product with one hand. Serious
injury to the operator, workers, bystanders, or a
combination of these persons may result from
operation with only one hand.
• Hold the front handle with your left hand and the rear
handle with your right hand. Hold the product on the
right side of your body.

(Fig. 21)
• Do not operate the product when you are fatigued, ill
or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
• Do not use the product if you cannot receive aid if
an accident occurs. Make others aware that you will
operate the product before you start the product.

• Do not turn with the product before you make sure
that no persons or animals are in the safety area.
• Remove all unwanted materials from the work area
before you start. If the chain hits an object, the object
can eject and cause injury or damage. Unwanted
material can wind around the chain and cause
damage.
• Do not use the product in bad weather, such as fog,
rain, strong winds, risk of lightning or other weather
conditions. Dangerous conditions, such as slippery
surfaces, can occur because of bad weather.
• Make sure that you can move freely and work in a
stable position.
• Make sure that you cannot fall when you use the
product. Do not tilt when you operate the product.
• Always hold the product with your two hands. Hold
the front handle with your left hand and the rear
handle with your right hand. Hold the product on the
right side of your body.
• The saw chain starts to rotate if the choke control is
in the choke position when the engine starts.
• Stop the engine before you move the product.
• Do not put down the product with the engine on.
• Before you remove the unwanted materials from the
product, stop the engine. Let the chain stop before
you or an aid remove the cut material.
• Do not operate this product in a tree. Operation of
the product while up in a tree may result in personal
injury.

(Fig. 22)
• The chain brake must be engaged when the product
is started to decrease the risk that the saw chain
touches you during start.

(Fig. 23)
• A kickback can cause serious injury or death to the
operator or others. To decrease the risk you must
know the causes of kickback and how to prevent
them.
• Obey all safety instructions to decrease the risk of
kickback and other forces which can cause serious
injury or death.
• Adjust the saw chain tension regularly to make sure
that the saw chain does not slack. A slack saw chain
may jump off and cause serious injury or death.
• Do not fell trees using an incorrect procedure. This
can cause injury to persons, hit a utility line or cause
damage to property.
• The operator should remain on the uphill side of the
terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill
after it is felled.

(Fig. 24)

  • Plan and prepare your path of retreat before
    you start to cut. Your path of retreat must be
    approximately 135 degrees away from the felling
    direction.
    • 1. The danger zone
    • 2. The path of retreat
    • 3. The felling direction

(Fig. 25)
• Always stop the engine before you move the
product.
• Make sure you firmly plant your feet on the ground
and distribute your weight evenly.

(Fig. 26)
• Only operate the product with your feet on stable
ground. Without stable ground, operation can cause
serious injury or death to the operator or others. Do
not do operate the product on a ladder or in a tree.

(Fig. 27)
Kickbacks, skating, bouncing and dropping
Different forces can have an effect on the safe control of
the product.
• Skating is when the guide bar moves quickly across
the wood.
• Bouncing is when the guide bar lifts off the wood and
touches it again and again.
• Dropping is when the product drops down after the
cut is made. This can cause the moving chain to
touch a part of the body or other objects, causing
injury or damage.
• Kickback is when the end of the guide bar touches
objects and moves rearward, up or suddenly
forward. Kickback also occurs when the wood closes
in and pinches the saw chain during the cut. Loss of
control can result if the product touches an object in
wood.

(Fig. 28)
• Rotational Kickback can occur when the moving
chain touches an object at the top of the guide
bar. This can cause the chain to bury into the
object and cause the chain to stop immediately.
The result is a very fast, reverse reaction that
moves the guide bar up and rearward in the
direction of the operator.

(Fig. 29)
• Pinch-Kickback can occur when the saw chain
suddenly stops during the cut. The wood closes
in and pinches the moving saw chain along the
top of the guide bar. The sudden stop of the
chain reverses the chain force and causes the
product to move in the opposite direction of the
turn of the chain. The product moves rearward in
the direction of the operator.

(Fig. 30)
• Pull-In can occur when the saw chain suddenly
stops when the moving chain touches an object
in the wood along the bottom of the guide bar.
The sudden stop pulls the product forward and
away from the operator, which can easily cause
the loss of control of the product by the operator.

(Fig. 31)
Make sure that you understand the different forces
and how to prevent them before you operate the
product. See To prevent kickbacks, skating, bouncing
and dropping on page 13.
To prevent kickbacks, skating, bouncing and
dropping
• While the motor runs, make sure to hold the product
tightly. Keep your right hand on the rear handle and
the left hand on the front handle. Tightly hold with
thumbs and fingers around the handles. Do not let go.
• Keep control of the product during the cut and after
the wood falls to the ground. Do not let the weight of
the product drop down after the cut is made.
• Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is
free from blockage. Do not let the nose of the guide
bar touch a log, branch or other blockages while you
operate the product. (Fig. 32)
• Cut at high motor speeds.
• Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height.

(Fig. 33)
• Obey the sharpening and maintenance instructions
by the manufacturer for the saw chain.
• Only use replacement guide bars and saw chains
specified by the manufacturer.
• The risk of kickback is increased if the depth gauge
is set too large.

Personal protective equipment

  • Always use the correct personal protective
    equipment when you operate the product. Personal
    protective equipment decreases the grade of injury if
    an accident occurs, but does not erase it.

  • Do not use loose clothing that can become caught in
    the saw chain.

  • Use an approved protective helmet.

  • Always use approved ear protection while you
    operate the product. Noise for a long period can
    cause hearing loss.

  • Use protective glasses or a face visor to decrease
    the risk of injury from flying objects. The product can
    move objects with strong force, such as wood chips
    and small pieces of wood. This can result in serious
    injury, including to the eyes.

  • Use gloves with chainsaw protection.

  • Use pants with chainsaw protection.

  • Use boots with chainsaw protection, steel toe-caps
    and nonslip soles.

  • Make sure that you have a first aid kit near.

  • Sparks can come from the muffler, the guide bar
    and saw chain or other sources. Always keep fire
    extinguishing tools and a shovel to help prevent
    forest fires.

Protective devices on the product

• Do not use a product with damaged protective
equipment. If the product is damaged, speak to an
approved service center.

To examine the stop switch

  1. Start the engine. See Before you start the engine on
    page 16.

  2. Make sure that the engine stops when you move the
    stop switch to the stop position.

To examine the throttle trigger lockout

  1. Make sure that the throttle trigger (B) is locked at idle
    speed when you release the throttle trigger lockout
    (A) (Fig. 34).

  2. Push the throttle trigger lockout (A) and make sure
    that it goes back to its initial position when you
    release it.

  3. Push the throttle trigger (B) and make sure that it
    goes back to its initial position when you release it.

  4. Start the engine, and then apply full throttle.

  5. Release the throttle trigger and examine if the saw
    chain stops.

  6. If the saw chain rotates at idle speed, turn the idle
    speed screw counterclockwise until the saw chain
    stops.

Guard

The guard prevents objects from being ejected in the
direction of the operator. The guard also prevents
accidental touch between the operator and the saw
chain.

  • Make sure that the guard is permitted for operation
    in combination with the product.

  • Do not use the product without the guard.

  • Make sure that the guard is not damaged. Replace
    the guard if it is worn or has cracks.

Fuel safety

  • Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine oil
    on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel/oil and
    let the product dry. Remove unwanted fuel from the
    product.

  • If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing
    immediately.

  • Do not get fuel on your body, it can cause injury. If
    you get fuel on your body, use a soap and water to
    remove the fuel.

  • Do not start the engine if you spill oil or fuel on the
    product or on your body.

  • Do not start the product if the engine has a leak.
    Examine the engine for leaks regularly.

  • Be careful with fuel. Fuel is flammable and the fumes
    are explosive and can cause injuries or death.

  • Do not breathe in the fuel fumes, it can cause injury.
    Make sure that there is a sufficient airflow.

  • Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.

  • Do not put warm objects near the fuel or the engine.

  • Do not add the fuel when the engine is on.

  • Make sure that the engine is cool before you refuel.

  • Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and
    release the pressure carefully.

  • Do not add fuel to the engine in an indoor area. Not
    sufficient airflow can cause injury or death because
    of asphyxiation or carbon monoxide.

  • Tighten the fuel tank cap carefully or a fire can
    occur.

  • Move the product at a minimum of 3 m (10 ft) from
    the position where you filled the tank before a start.

  • Do not put too much fuel in the fuel tank.

  • Make sure that a leak cannot occur when you move
    the product or fuel container.

  • Do not put the product or a fuel container where
    there is an open flame, spark or pilot light. Make
    sure that the storage area does not contain an open
    flame.

  • Only use approved containers when you move the
    fuel or put the fuel into storage.

  • Empty the fuel tank before long-term storage. Obey
    the local law on where to dispose fuel.

  • Clean the product before long-term storage.

  • Remove the spark plug cable before you put the
    product into storage to make sure that the engine
    does not start accidentally.

  • During transportation or storage of the product, use
    a transportation guard or case to move the product.

Safety instructions for maintenance

  • Disconnect the spark plug before doing maintenance
    on the product, not including carburetor adjustments.

  • Have all product servicing done by an approved
    dealer, not including the tasks in Maintenance on
    page 18.

  • Make sure the saw chain stops moving when the
    throttle trigger is released.

  • Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil or fuel
    mixture.

  • Keep caps and fasteners correctly tightened.

  • Replacement components that are not approved or
    the removal of safety devices can cause damage to
    the product. This can also cause possible injury to
    the operator or bystanders. Only use accessories
    and replacement parts as recommended. Do not
    change your product.

  • Keep the saw chain sharp and clean for safe and
    high performance.

  • Obey the instructions for lubricating and changing
    accessories.

  • Examine the product for damaged parts. Before
    more use of the product, make sure the damaged
    guard or part operates correctly. Examine for broken
    or incorrectly aligned parts, and parts that do not
    move freely. Examine for other conditions that can
    have an effect on the operation of the product. Make
    sure the product is correctly installed. A guard or
    other damaged part must be repaired or replaced by
    an approved dealer unless written in the operator’s
    manual.

  • When not in operation, keep the product in a dry,
    high or locked area away from children.

  • Do not use waste oil. Waste oil can be dangerous
    to you and can cause damage to the product and
    environment.

Assembly

WARNING: Read and understand the
safety chapter before you assemble the
product.

To assemble the guide bar and saw chain

1. Remove the bar nuts and the clutch cover. Remove
the transportation guard (A). (Fig. 35)
2. Put the guide bar above the bar bolts. Steer the
guide bar to its most rear position.
3. Put on protective gloves.
4. Lift the saw chain above the drive sprocket and
engage it in the groove on the guide bar. Start on
the top edge of the guide bar. (Fig. 36)
5. Make sure that the edges of the cutters are turned
forward on the top edge of the guide bar.
6. Assemble the clutch cover and steer the chain
adjuster pin to the hole in the guide bar.

7. Make sure that the drive links of the saw chain fit
correctly on the drive sprocket. Also make sure that
the saw chain is correctly engaged in the groove in
the guide bar.
8. Tighten the guide bar nuts finger.
9. Turn the chain tensioning screw clockwise to tighten
the saw chain. Tighten the saw chain until it does not
hang from below the guide bar, but you can turn it
easily by hand. (Fig. 37) (Fig. 38)
10. Hold up the end of the guide bar and tighten the bar
nuts with the combination wrench. (Fig. 39)
• Examine the chain tension frequently after you
assemble a new saw chain and until the saw
chain has been run-in.
• Examine the chain tension regularly. Correct
chain tension results in good performance and
a long life.

Operation

WARNING: Read and understand the
safety chapter before you operate the
product.

To use fuel

CAUTION: This product has a twocycle
engine. Use a mixture of gasoline
and two-cycle engine oil. Make sure to use
the correct quantity of oil in the mixture.
Incorrect ratio of gasoline and oil can cause
damage to the engine.

Fuel mixture ratio
The fuel mixture ratio for the gasoline and two-cycle
engine oil is 50:1 (2%)

Gasoline Two-cycle engine oil
1 U.S. Gal. 77 ml (2.6 oz)
1 UK Gal. 95 ml (3.2 oz)
5 l 100 ml (3.4 oz)

To make the fuel mixture
1. Determine the correct quantity of gasoline and
engine oil (mixture ratio 50:1). Do not make more
than 30 days quantity of fuel mixture. See Fuel
mixture ratio on page 15.
2. Add half of the gasoline quantity to a clean fuel
container with an antispill valve.

CAUTION: Do not use gasoline with
more than 10% ethanol concentration
(E10). This can cause damage to the
product.

CAUTION: Do not use gasoline with
an octane number less than 90 RON
(87 AKI). This can cause damage to the
product.

Note: Use gasoline with a higher octane number if
you frequently use the product at continuously high
engine speed.

3. Add the full quantity of the two-cycle engine oil to the
fuel container.

CAUTION: Always use air-cooled
two-cycled engine oil of high quality.
Other oils can cause damage to the
product.

4. Shake the fuel mixture to mix the contents.
5. Add the remaining gasoline quantity to the fuel
container.
6. Shake the fuel mixture to mix the contents.
7. Fill the fuel tank of the product with the fuel mixture.
See Fuel mixture ratio on page 15.

To fill the fuel tank
1. Make sure that the fuel mixture is correct and that
the fuel mixture is in a fuel container with an antispill
valve.
2. If fuel is on the container, remove the unwanted fuel
and let the container dry.
3. Make sure that the area near the fuel tank cap is clean.
4. Remove the fuel tank cap. (Fig. 40)
5. Shake the fuel container before you add the fuel
mixture to the fuel tank.
6. Put back the fuel tank cap.

To lubricate the saw chain
The product has an automatic lubrication system. Make
sure to only use the correct chain oil and obey the
instructions.

1. Use vegetable-based saw chain oil or a standard chain oil.
2. Make sure that the area near the cap of the saw chain oil tank is clean.
3. Remove the cap of the saw chain oil tank.
4. Fill the saw chain oil tank with the recommended saw chain oil.
5. Put back the cap of the saw chain oil tank.

Before you start the engine
• Examine the product for missing, damaged, loose or
worn parts.
• Examine the nuts, screws and bolts.
• Examine the air filter.
• Examine the throttle trigger lockout and the throttle
control for correct operation.
• Examine the stop switch for correct operation.
• Examine the product for fuel leaks.
• Examine the saw chain sharpness and tension.

To start a cold engine
1. Move the front hand guard forward to engage the
chain brake. (Fig. 41)
2. Pull the choke control out and up.

3. Push the air purge bulb 6 times. (Fig. 42)
4. Hold the body of the product on the ground with your
left hand.
5. Put your right foot through the rear handle.
6. Pull the starter rope handle slowly with your right
hand until you feel some resistance.
7. Pull the starter rope handle with force. (Fig. 43)

CAUTION: Do not pull the starter
rope until it stops. Do not let go of the
starter rope when it is fully extended.
Release the starter rope slowly. If you do
not obey these instructions, it can cause
damage to the engine.

Note: Do not pull the throttle trigger when you start
the engine.

8. Continue to pull the starter rope handle until the
engine starts or tries to start (pull max 3 times).
9. If the engine starts or tries to start, push the choke
control down. (Fig. 44)
10. Continue to pull until the engine starts.
11. Hold the rear handle with your right hand and the
front handle with your left hand.
12. Immediately pull the front hand guard rearward in the
direction of the front handle to disengage the chain
brake. (Fig. 23)

Note: The chain will move.

13. Run 20-30 seconds at elevated idle speed.
14. Pull the throttle trigger lightly to set normal idle.
15. Run 20-30 seconds at normal idle.
16. Use the product.

To start a warm engine
1. Move the front hand guard forward to engage the
chain brake. (Fig. 41)
2. Pull the choke control out and up.
3. Push the air purge bulb 6 times. (Fig. 42)
4. Push the choke control down. (Fig. 44)
5. Hold the body of the product on the ground with your
left hand.
6. Put your right foot through the rear handle.
7. Pull the starter rope handle slowly with your right
hand until you feel some resistance.
8. Pull the starter rope handle with force. (Fig. 43)

CAUTION: Do not pull the starter
rope until it stops. Do not let go of the
starter rope when it is fully extended.
Release the starter rope slowly. If you do not obey these instructions, it can cause
damage to the engine.

Note: Do not pull the throttle trigger when you start
the engine.

9. Pull the starter rope handle until the engine starts.
10. Hold the rear handle with your right hand and the
front handle with your left hand.
11. Immediately pull the front hand guard rearward in the
direction of the front handle to disengage the chain
brake. (Fig. 23)
Note: The chain will move.
12. Wait 10-15 seconds.
13. Pull the throttle trigger lightly to set normal idle.
14. Use the product.

To start the engine when the fuel is too hot

If the product does not start, the fuel can be too hot.
Note: Always use new fuel and decrease the
operation time during warm weather.

1. Put the product in a cool area away from open
sunlight.
2. Let the product cool down for 20 minutes at
minimum.
3. Press the air purge bulb again and again for 10-15
seconds.
4. Obey the procedure to start a cold engine. Refer to
To start a cold engine on page 16.

To stop
• Push the stop switch to stop the engine.

Note: The stop switch automatically goes back to its
initial position.

To use a spiked bumper

A spiked bumper holds the wood as you cut. The spiked
bumper is a pivot between the engine body and the
guide bar.

1. Put the lower end of the spiked bumper at the
correct felling hinge width.
2. Push against the front handle with your left hand and
lift the rear handle with your right hand.
3. Cut until you get the correct felling hinge width.
Note: The felling hinge must have an equal
thickness.
4. Cut more than half of the diameter and then put the
felling wedge into the saw cut.

To fell a tree

  1. Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples and
    wire from the tree.

  2. Make a notch 1/3 the diameter of the tree,
    perpendicular to the direction of the fall. (Fig. 45)

  3. Make the lower horizontal notch cut. This helps
    prevent pinching the saw chain or the guide bar
    when the second notch is made.

  4. Make the felling back cut (X) a minimum of 50 mm
    (2 in) higher than the horizontal notch cut. Keep the
    felling back cut parallel to the horizontal notching cut
    so sufficient wood is left to be a hinge. Do not cut
    through the hinge. The hinge wood keeps the tree
    from twisting and falling in the incorrect direction.
    (Fig. 46) and (Fig. 47)

  5. As the felling back cut nears the hinge, the tree
    starts to fall. Make sure that the tree can fall in the
    correct direction and not rock rearward and pinch the
    saw chain. Stop the cut before the felling back cut
    is complete to prevent this. Use wedges of wood or
    plastic to open the cut and let the tree fall along the
    necessary line of fall. (Fig. 48)

  6. When the tree starts to fall, remove the product from
    the cut. Stop the motor, put the product down and
    use the planned escape path. Be careful of limbs
    falling from above and monitor your footing. (Fig. 49)

To limb a tree

1. Use larger limbs to hold the log off the ground.
2. Remove small limbs in one cut. (Fig. 50)
3. Cut branches that have tension from the bottom to
the top to prevent pinching the saw chain or the
guide bar.

To buck a log

CAUTION: Do not let the saw chain
touch the ground.

  • If the log has support along its full length, cut from
    the top of the log (known as overbucking). (Fig. 51)

  • If the log has support on one end, cut 1/3
    the diameter from below the log (known as
    underbucking).

  • If the log has support on the two ends, cut 1/3
    the diameter from the top. Complete the cut by
    underbucking the lower 2/3 of the log to touch the
    first cut. (Fig. 52)

  • If you buck a log on a slope, always stay on the
    uphill side of the log. Cut through the log while you
    keep complete control of the product. Then release
    the cutting pressure near the end of the cut while
    tightly holding the rear handle and front handle. (Fig.

Maintenance

WARNING: Read and understand the
safety chapter before you clean, repair or do
maintenance on the product.

Maintenance schedule

Make sure that you obey the maintenance schedule.
The intervals are calculated from daily use of the
product. The intervals are different if you do not use the
product each day. Only do the maintenance work that
is found in this manual. Speak to an approved service
center about other maintenance work not found in this
manual.

Daily maintenance

  • Clean the external surfaces.

  • Make sure that the throttle trigger lockout and throttle
    trigger work correctly.

  • Clean the chain brake and make sure that it
    operates correctly.

  • Examine the chain catcher for damage. Replace the
    chain catcher if it is damaged.

  • Turn the guide bar daily for more equal wear.

  • Make sure that the lubrication hole in the guide bar is
    not clogged.

  • Remove saw dust and other unwanted material from
    below the clutch cover.

  • Clean the guide bar groove.
    (Fig. 54)

  • Make sure that the guide bar and saw chain get
    sufficient oil.

  • Examine the saw chain for cracks and irregularly
    worn rivets and links. If necessary, replace the saw
    chain.

  • Examine the saw chain for the correct tension and
    for burrs on the chain drive links. If necessary,
    replace the saw chain.

  • Sharpen the saw chain. Refer to To sharpen the saw
    chain on page 19.

  • Examine the drive sprocket for too much wear and
    replace if necessary. (Fig. 55)

  • Clean the air intake of the starter housing.

  • Make sure that the nuts and screws are tight.

  • Make sure that the controls operate correctly.

Weekly maintenance

• Make sure that the cooling system works correctly.
• Make sure that the starter, starter cord and return
spring work correctly.
• Make sure that the vibration damping elements are
not damaged.
(Fig. 56)

• File off any burrs from the edges of the guide bar.
• Clean or replace the spark arrester mesh on the
muffler.
(Fig. 57)
• Clean the external surfaces of the carburetor and its
adjacent areas.
• Clean the air filter. Install a new air filter if it is
damaged or too dirty to be fully cleaned. Refer to To
clean the air filter on page 19 for more information.

Monthly maintenance

• Examine the brake band on the chain brake for
wear. Replace when the brake band thickness is
less than 0.6 mm (0.024 in) at the most worn point.
(Fig. 58)
• Examine the clutch center, clutch drum and clutch
spring for wear.
• Clean the spark plug. Make sure that the electrode
gap is correct.
(Fig. 59)
• Clean the external surfaces of the carburetor and its
adjacent areas.
• Examine the fuel filter and the fuel hose. Replace if
necessary.
• Empty the fuel tank.
• Empty the oil tank.
• Examine all cables and connections.

Yearly maintenance
• Examine the spark plug.
• Clean the external surfaces of the carburetor and its
adjacent areas.
• Clean the cooling system.
• Examine the spark arrester mesh.
• Examine the fuel filter.
• Examine the fuel hose for damage.
• Examine all cables and connections.

Intermittent maintenance
• Have an approved service center repair or replace
the muffler after 50 hours of operation.
• Do maintenance on the spark plug when:
• the power level in the engine is low.
• it is hard to start the engine.
• the engine does not work correctly at idle speed.
• Do a check of the saw chain lubrication each time
you refuel. See To do a check of the saw chain
lubrication on page 20.

To adjust the idle speed
Make sure that the air filter is clean and the air filter
cover is attached before you adjust the idle speed.
1. Turn the idle adjustment screw, which is identified
with a “T” mark, clockwise until the saw chain starts
to turn.
2. Turn the idle adjustment screw, which is identified
with a “T” mark, counterclockwise until the saw chain
stops.
3. The idle speed must be below the speed when the
saw chain starts to turn. The idle speed is correct
when the engine operates smoothly in all positions.

To do maintenance on the spark arrester mesh
• Use a wire brush to clean the spark arrester mesh.
(Fig. 57)
To do maintenance on the spark plug

CAUTION: Use the recommended
spark plug. Make sure that the replacement
is the same as the manufacturer supplied
part. An incorrect spark plug can cause
damage to the product.

1. If the product is hard to start or operate, examine
the spark plug for unwanted materials. To decrease
the risk of unwanted material on the spark plug
electrodes:
a) make sure that the idle speed is correctly
adjusted.
b) make sure that the fuel mixture is correct.
c) make sure that the air filter is clean.
2. Clean the spark plug if it is dirty. Make sure that the
electrode gap is correct. (Fig. 59)
3. Replace the spark plug when it is necessary.

To clean the air filter

1. Remove the air filter cover and remove the air filter.
(Fig. 60)
2. Clean the air filter with warm soap water. Make sure
that the air filter is dry before you install it.
3. Replace the air filter if it is too dirty to fully clean it.
Always replace a damaged air filter.

To sharpen the saw chain

The cutter
The cutting part of the saw chain is called the cutter and
consists of a cutting tooth (A) and the depth gauge (B).
The cutters cutting depth is determined by the difference
in height between the two, the depth gauge setting (C).
(Fig. 61)

When you sharpen a cutting tooth there are four
important factors to remember:
• Filing angle.
(Fig. 62)
• Cutting angle.
(Fig. 63)
• File position.
(Fig. 64)
• Round file diameter.
(Fig. 65)

To sharpen the cutting teeth
Use a round file and a file gauge to sharpen the cutting
teeth. See Saw chain filing and saw chain combinations
on page 22 for information on the recommended
dimension of the file and gauge for the saw chain
installed on your product.
(Fig. 66)
1. Make sure that the saw chain has the correct
tension. A chain without the correct tension moves
to one side does and not sharpen correctly.
2. Use the file on all the teeth on one side. Then use
the file on the cutting teeth from the inner face and
decrease the pressure in the reverse direction.
3. Turn the product on the opposite side and use the
file on the teeth.
4. Use the file to keep all teeth the same length.
Replace a worn saw chain when the length of the
cutting teeth decreases to 4 mm (5/32 in).

To adjust the depth gauge setting

Sharpen the cutting teeth before you adjust the depth
gauge setting. See To sharpen the cutting teeth on page
19. When you sharpen the cutting tooth (A), the depth
gauge setting (C) will decrease. To maintain optimal
cutting performance, the depth gauge (B) has to be filed
down to achieve the recommended depth gauge setting.
See Saw chain filing and saw chain combinations on
page 22 to find the correct depth gauge setting for your
particular chain.
(Fig. 67)
(Fig. 68)

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

Use a flat file and depth gauge tool to adjust the depth
gauge.
1. Put the depth gauge tool above the saw chain.
Detailed information regarding how to use the depth
gauge tool will be found on the package of the depth
gauge tool.

2. Use the flat file to file off the tip of the depth gauge
that protrudes through the depth gauge tool. The
depth gauge setting is correct when you no longer
feel resistance as you draw the file along the depth
gauge tool.

To tension the saw chain

Note: Check the tension of a new saw chain
frequently during its running-in period.

  1. Loosen the guide bar nuts that hold the clutch cover.
    Use the combination wrench. (Fig. 69)

  2. Tighten the guide bar nuts by hand as tight as you
    can.

  3. Lift the top of the guide bar and extend the saw
    chain by tightening the chain tensioning screw. Use
    the combination wrench. Tighten the saw chain until
    it does not hang down from the bottom of the guide
    bar. (Fig. 70)

  4. Tighten the guide bar nuts using the combination
    wrench and lift the tip of the guide bar at the same
    time. (Fig. 71)

  5. Make sure that you can pull the saw chain round
    freely by hand and that it does not sag. (Fig. 72)

To lubricate the cutting equipment

To do a check of the saw chain lubrication
Do a check of the chain saw lubrication each time you
refuel.

  1. Start the product and let it run at 3/4 speed. Point the
    nose of the guide bar at a light color surface almost
    20 cm (8 in) away.

  2. After 1 minute of running, a line of oil shows on the
    light surface.

  3. If you cannot see the line of oil after 1 minute, clean
    the oil channel in the guide bar. Clean the groove
    in the edge of the guide bar. Make sure the guide
    bar nose sprocket turns freely and that there are no
    blockages in the lubrication hole. Clean and lubricate
    the tip sprocket.

  4. Start the product and let it run at 3/4 speed. Point the
    nose of the bar at a light color surface almost 20 cm
    (8 in) away.

  5. After 1 minute of running, a line of oil shows on the
    light surface.

  6. If you cannot see the line of oil after 1 minute, speak
    to your approved dealer.

Transportation

  • Put the transportation guard on the cutting
    attachment during transportation to prevent injuries.

  • Make sure that the product can not move during
    transportation.

Storage

  • Always put the product away safely when not in
    operation. Leakages and fumes from the product
    can touch sparks, naked flames from electrical
    equipment, electrical mowers, relays/switches,
    boilers and more.

  • Always save fuel in an approved container.

  • Empty the fuel tank and the chain oil tank when
    the product is in storage for longer periods of time.
    Discard used fluids correctly.

  • Put the transportation guard on the cutting
    attachment during storage to prevent injuries.

  • Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug and
    engage the chain brake before storage.

Technical Data

|

unit

|

130 (H13038HV)

|

135 Mark II

(H13038HV)

---|---|---|---

Engine specifications

Cylinder displacement

|

cm3

|

38

|

38

Spark plug

|

|

NGK BPMR 7A, BRISK HQT-1R

|

NGK BPMR 7A, BRISK HQT-1R

Electrode gap

|

mm (in)

|

0.5 (0.02)

|

0.5 (0.02)

Fuel tank volume

|

cm3

|

350

|

350

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|

unit

|

130 (H13038HV)

|

135 Mark II

(H13038HV)

---|---|---|---

Idling speed

|

min-1

|

2800-3200

|

2800-3200

Power output at 9000 min-1

|

kW

|

1.5

|

1.6

Emission durability period

|

h

|

125

|

125

Noise and vibration data

Equivalent vibration level (ahv, eq) left handle1

|

m/s2

|

3.72

|

3.72

Equivalent vibration level (ahv, eq) right handle2

|

m/s2

|

5.5

|

5.5

Sound power level, guaranteed (LWA)3

|

dB(A)

|

116

|

116

Sound power level, measured4

|

dB(A)

|

114

|

114

Sound pressure level at operator’s ear5

|

dB(A)

|

102

|

102

Product dimensions

Weight (excluding cutting equipment)

|

kg

|

4.68 (10.3)

|

4.68 (10.3)

Oil tank volume

|

cm3

|

260

|

260

Fuel and lubrication system

Oil pump capacity at 9000 min-1

|

ml/min

|

9

|

9

Type of oil pump

|

|

Automatic

|

Automatic

Saw chain and guide bar

Standard guide bar length

|

cm (in)

|

35-40 (14-16)

|

35-40 (14-16)

Recommended guide bar length

|

cm (in)

|

35-40 (14-16)

|

35-40 (14-16)

Usable cutting length

|

cm (in)

|

33-38 (13-15)

|

33-38 (13-15)

Maximum saw chain speed

|

m/s

|

22.3

|

22.3

Saw chain pitch

|

mm (in)

|

9.52 (3/8)

|

9.52 (3/8)

Thickness of drive links (gauge)

|

mm (in)

|

1.3 (0.050)

|

1.3 (0.050)

Type of drive sprocket

|

|

Spur

|

Spur

Number of drive sprocket teeth

|

|

6

|

6

  1. Equivalent vibration level 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 1.5 m/s2.
  2. Equivalent vibration level 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 1.5 m/s2.
  3. Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power (LWA).
  4. Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power (LWA).
  5. Equivalent sound pressure level is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for different sound pressure levels under various working conditions. Typical statistical dispersion for equivalent sound pressure level is a standard deviation of 2.5 dB(A).

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Accessories

Guide bar and saw chain combinations

Guide bar

|

Saw chain

---|---

Length

|

Pitch

|

Gauge

|

Max. nose radius

|

Type

|

Drive link count

14 inch

|

3/8 inch

|

0.050 inch

|

7T

|

Husqvarna H37 Husqvarna S93G

|

52

16 inch

|

56

Saw chain filing and saw chain combinations

Chain type

|

Round file

size

|

Side plate

angle

|

Top plate

angle

|

File guide

angle

|

Depth

gauge set

ting

|

Depth

gauge part

no.

|

File gauge

part no.

---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---

H37, S93G

|

5/32 in

4.0 mm

|

80°

|

30°

|

|

0.025 / 0.65

|

5056981-03

|

5052437-01 (H37)

5878090-01 (S93G)

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Declaration of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity

We, Husqvarna AB, SE 561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden,

tel: +46-36-146500, declare under our sole responsibility that the product:

Description

|

Gasoline Chainsaw

---|---

Brand

|

Husqvarna

Platform / Type / Model

|

Platform H13038HV, representing model 130

Identification

|

Serial number dating 2022 and onwards

complies fully with the following EU directives and regulations:

Regulation

|

Description

---|---

2006/42/EC

|

“relating to machinery”

2014/30/EU

|

“relating to electromagnetic compatibility”

2000/14/EC

|

“relating to outdoor noise”

2011/65/EU

|

“restriction of use of certain hazardous substances”

Harmonized standards and/or technical specifications applied are as follows:

EN ISO 12100:2010, EN ISO 11681-1:2011, CISPR 12:2007, ISO 14982:2009, EN IEC 63000:2018

In accordance with Annex V, the declared sound values are:

Measured sound power level: 114 dB(A)

Guaranteed sound power level: 116 dB(A)

TÜV Rheinland LGA Products GmbH Notifi ed Body for Machinery (notifi ed under 0197) Tillystraße 2 – 90431 Nürnberg, Germany TÜV Rheinland 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 IX, has the number: BM 50444521

This type examination certificate is applicable to all manufacturing locations and Countries of Origin, as stated on the product.

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

On behalf of Husqvarna AB, SE 561 82 Huskvarna, SWEDEN, 2022-05-13

Claes Losdal, R&D Manager, Husqvarna AB Responsible for technical documentation

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