Husqvarna 435 - Manuals

chain and chain drive sprocket. Refer to To adjust the tension of the saw chain on page 29. • Do maintenance on the cutting equipment regularly and keep it correctly lubricated. If the saw chain is not correctly lubricated, the risk of wear on the guide bar, saw chain and chain drive sprocket increa...

2. Remove the chain tensioner wheel and clutch cover (chain brake). Remove the transport guard (A). Note: If the clutch cover is not easy to remove, tighten the bar nut, engage the chain brake and release. A click is heard if it is released correctly. 3. Assemble the guide bar onto the bar bolts. Mo...

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

Note: To see where the chain oil tank is on your product, refer to Product overview on page 2. Kickback information WARNING: 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. A kickback occurs wh...

To stop the product 1. Push the start/stop switch down to stop the engine. Pull stroke and push stroke You can cut through wood with the product in 2 different positions.• 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. I...

1 2 3 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 tension in the branch. WARNING: If you are not sure about how to cut the branch, speak...

1 2 2 1 3 To fell a tree Husqvarna recommends you to make the directional cuts and then use the safe corner method when you fell a tree. The safe corner method helps you to make a correct felling hinge and control the felling direction. WARNING: Do not fell trees with a diameter that is more than tw...

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. b) Cut on the pull stroke until ⅓ of the trunk is left.c) Pull the guide bar 5-10 cm/2-4 in rearward.d) Cut through the remaining of ...

To cut trees and branches that are in tension 1. Figure out which side of the tree or branch that is in tension. 2. Figure out where the point of maximum tension is. 3. Examine which is the safest procedure to release the tension. Note: In some situations the only safe procedure is to use a winch an...

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- uct and make sure that there is no oil on the handles. Clean the cool...

Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance 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...

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.2. Use a brush or shake the air filter ...

1. Loosen the bar nuts that hold the clutch cover/chain brake. Use a wrench. Note: Some models have only one bar nut. 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. 4. Tighten the saw chain until it is tight...

4. Turn the knob clockwise to tighten the clutch cover. 5. Fold the knob down. 6. Make sure you can pull the saw chain around freely by hand and that it does not hang from the guide bar. To do a check of the saw chain lubrication 1. Start the product and let it operate at ¾ throttle. Hold the bar ap...

the air filter. AirInjection ™ extends the life of the air filter and the engine. To clean the cooling system The cooling system keeps the engine temperature down. The cooling system includes the air intake on the starter and the air guide plate, the pawls on the flywheel, the cooling fins on the cy...

435 II 435e II 440 II 440e II Usable cutting length, inch/cm 12-17/31-43 12-17/31-43 12-17/31-43 12-17/31-43 Pitch, inch/mm 0.325/8.25 0.325/8.25 0.325/8.25 0.325/8.25 Thickness of drive links, inch/mm 0.050/1.3 0.050/1.3 0.050/1.3 0.050/1.3 Type of drive sprock- et/number of teeth Spur/7 Spur/7 Spu...

Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of conformity We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declare on our sole responsibility that the product: Description Chainsaw for forest service Brand Husqvarna Type / Model 435 II, 435e II, 440 II, 440e II Identification Serial n...

UK Declaration Of Conformity We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declare on our sole responsibility that the product: Description Chainsaw for forest service Brand Husqvarna Type / Model 435 II, 435e II, 440 II, 440e II Identification Serial numbers dating from 2024 an...

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 6 – English 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Before using a new chain saw • Please read this manual carefully. • Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See instructions under the heading Assembly. • Refuel and start the chain saw. See the instructi...

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS English – 7 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Always use common sense It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can face when using a chain saw. Always exercise care and use your common sense. Avoid all situations which you consider to be beyond your capabili...

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS English – 9 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 If the kickback is less violent or the kickback zone of the bar is closer to you the chain brake is designed to be activated manually by the movement of your left hand. • In the felling position the left hand is in a position that ...

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 10 – English 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Right hand guard Apart from protecting your hand if the chain jumps or snaps, the right hand guard stops branches and twigs from interfering with your grip on the rear handle. Vibration damping system Your machine is equipped with...

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS English – 11 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Cutting equipment This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipment in order to: • Reduce the risk of kickback. • Reduce the risk of the saw chain breaking or jumping off the bar. • Obtain optimal cutting pe...

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 – English 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Tensioning the chain The more you use a chain the longer it becomes. It is therefore important to adjust the chain regularly to take up the slack. Check the chain tension every time you refuel. NOTE! A new chain has a running-in p...

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS English – 15 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 • Fold the knob back in to lock the tensioning. Lubricating cutting equipment Chain oil Chain oil must demonstrate good adhesion to the chain and also maintain its flow characteristics regardless of whether it is warm summer or co...

ASSEMBLY English – 17 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Fitting the bar and chain 435 Check that the chain brake is in disengaged position by moving the front hand guard towards the front handle. Unscrew the bar nut and remove the clutch cover (chain brake). Take off the transportation ring (A). Fit the...

FUEL HANDLING English – 19 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Fuel Note! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine and must always be run using a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke oil. It is important to accurately measure the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct mixture is obtain...

FUEL HANDLING 20 – English 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Fueling Clean the area around the fuel cap. Clean the fuel and chain oil tanks regularly. The fuel filter must be replaced at least once a year. Contamination in the tanks causes malfunction. Make sure the fuel is well mixed by shaking the con...

STARTING AND STOPPING English – 21 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Starting and stopping Starting The chain brake should be activated when starting the chain saw. Activate the chain brake by pushing the front hand guard forwards. Cold engine Start position (1): Set the start/stop switch in the choke p...

STARTING AND STOPPING 22 – English 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Note! Pull the front hand guard towards the front handle. The chain brake is now disengaged. Your saw is ready for use. • Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all covers are fitted correctly. See instructions under the hea...

WORKING TECHNIQUES English – 23 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Before use: 1 Check that the chain brake works correctly and is not damaged. 2 Check that the rear right hand guard is not damaged. 3 Check that the throttle lockout works correctly and is not damaged. 4 Check that the stop switch works c...

WORKING TECHNIQUES English – 25 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 7 Take great care when you cut with the top edge of the bar, i.e. when cutting from the underside of the object. This is known as cutting with a pushing chain. The chain tries to push the chain saw back towards the user. If the saw chain ...

WORKING TECHNIQUES 26 – English 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Limbing When limbing thick branches you should use the same approach as for cutting. Cut difficult branches piece by piece. Cutting If you have a pile of logs, each log you attempt to cut should be removed from the pile, placed on a saw h...

WORKING TECHNIQUES English – 29 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Freeing a tree that has fallen badly Freeing a ”trapped tree” It is very dangerous to remove a trapped tree and there is high accident risk. Never try to fell the tree that is trapped. Never work in the risk zone of the hanging trapped tr...

MAINTENANCE English – 31 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 General The user must only carry out the maintenance and service work described in this manual. More extensive work must be carried out by an authorised service workshop. Carburetor adjustment Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufac...

MAINTENANCE English – 33 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Chain catcher Check that the chain catcher is not damaged and is firmly attached to the body of the chain saw. Right hand guard Check that the right hand guard is not damaged and that there are no visible defects, such as cracks. Vibration dampi...

MAINTENANCE 34 – English 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Note! The screen must be replaced if it is damaged. If the screen is blocked the machine will overheat and this will cause damage to the cylinder and piston. Never use a machine with a muffler that is in poor condition. Never use a muffler if th...

MAINTENANCE English – 35 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Stretch the line with the handle. Move your thumb and release the line. See the figure below. Replacing the return and drive springs Recoil spring (A) • Lift up the starter pulley. See instructions under the heading Changing a broken or worn sta...

MAINTENANCE 36 – English 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Spark plug The spark plug condition is influenced by: • Incorrect carburetor adjustment. • An incorrect fuel mixture (too much or incorrect type of oil). • A dirty air filter. These factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes, which may ...

MAINTENANCE English – 37 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 ”Air Injection” centrifugal cleaning Centrifugal cleaning means the following: All air to the carburetor passes through the starter. Dirt and dust is pushed out by the cooling fan. IMPORTANT! In order to maintain operation of the centrifugal cle...

38 – English MAINTENANCE 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance that must be performed on the machine. Most of the items are described in the Maintenance section. Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Clean the outside of the ...

English – 39 TECHNICAL DATA 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Technical data 435 435e 440e Engine Cylinder displacement, cu.in/cm 3 2,49/40,9 2,49/40,9 2,49/40,9 Cylinder bore, inch/mm 1,61/41 1,61/41 1,61/41 Stroke, inch/mm 1,22/31 1,22/31 1,22/31 Idle speed, rpm 2900 2900 2900 Power, kW/hp @ rpm 1,6/2...

40 – English TECHNICAL DATA 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Recommended original and replacement bar and chain combinations Following is a list of recommended cutting equipment for the Husqvarna chain saw models 435, 435e and 440e. The combinations of power head, bar and chain have been tested and fou...

FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT English – 41 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency), CARB (California Air Resources Board), Environment Canada and Husqvarna Forest & Garden are pleased to expla...

´®z+S(=¶5Z¨ ´®z+S(=¶5Z¨ 42 – English FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 WHAT IS NOT COVERED All failures caused by abuse, neglect or improper maintenance are not covered. ADD -ON OR MODIFIED PARTS Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by CARB or ...

AMERICAN STANDARD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS English – 43 115 10 82-95 Rev.2 2008-04-11 Safety precautions for chain saw users (ANSI B 175.1-2000 Annex C) Kickback safety precautions With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden surprise contributes to a...