Chainsaw05/08/2024
How to change a chainsaw chain catcher
Your Husqvarna chainsaw is equipped with a chain catcher.
The purpose of a chainsaw chain catcher is to help prevent the chain being thrown back towards the chainsaw operator if the chain breaks or becomes derailed.
Chainsaw chain catchers come in two designs
- Plastic and part of the case
- Aluminium and fixed with a small bolt
Chainsaw chain catchers can be replaced on all of the Husqvarna chainsaws. A chainsaw chain catcher should be replaced if it’s damaged.
CAUTION: Do not use your chainsaw without a chainsaw chain catcher.
Changing a chainsaw chain catcher
What you need:
- Protective gloves
- Protective glasses
- Screwdriver
- Chainsaw chain catcher: Please refer to your product’s operator’s manual for the correct chainsaw chain catcher type
Method:
- Unscrew the clutch cover from the product.
- Unscrew the damaged chainsaw chain catcher.
- Insert the new chainsaw chain catcher and fasten it.
- Put back the cover and fasten it.
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