HUSQVARNA 395 XP (01) PDF DOCUMENT

This HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw for forest service is designed for forest work such as felling, limbing and cutting.

The HUSQVARNA 395 XP and HUSQVARNA 395 XPG are chainsaw models with a combustion engine.

A WARNING is used if there is a risk of injury or death for the operator or bystanders if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed.

A CAUTION is used if there is a risk of damage to the product, other materials or the adjacent area if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed.

A Note is used to give more information that is necessary in a given situation.

A chainsaw is a dangerous tool if used carelessly or 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 result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others.

Long term inhalation of the engine’s exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and sawdust can represent a health risk. This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this product.

Before using the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw you must understand the effects of kickback and how to avoid them.

Never use a HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw that is faulty. Never use a HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw with visible damage to the spark plug cap and ignition cable. A risk of sparking arises, which can cause a fire.

Never start the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw unless the guide bar, saw chain and all covers are fitted correctly. Without a bar and saw chain attached to the product the clutch can come loose and cause serious injury. Never start the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw indoors. Exhaust fumes can be dangerous if inhaled. The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and can contain sparks, which can start a fire. Never start the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw near flammable material!

Never allow children to use or be in the vicinity of the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw. As the product is equipped with a spring-loaded start/stop switch and can be started by low speed and force on the starter handle, even small children under some circumstances can produce the force necessary to start the product. This can mean a risk of serious personal injury. Therefore remove the spark plug cap when the product is not under close supervision.

Always hold the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw with both hands. The right hand should be on the rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle. All people, whether right or left handed, should use this grip. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the handles. This grip minimizes the risk of kickback and lets you keep the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw under control. Do not let go of the handles!

Before moving your HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw, switch off the engine and lock the saw chain using the chain brake. Carry the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw with the guide bar and saw chain pointing backwards. Fit a transportation guard to the guide bar before transporting the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw or carrying it for any distance. When you put the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw on the ground, lock the saw chain using the chain brake and ensure you have a constant view of the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw. Switch the engine off before leaving your HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw 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.

Use the chain brake as a parking brake when you start the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw and when you move short distances. Always carry the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw in the front handle. This decreases the risk that you or a person near you get hit by the saw chain.

Most chainsaw accidents occur when the saw chain touches the operator. You must use approved 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. Your clothing must be close-fitting but not limit your movements. Regularly do a check of the condition of the personal protective equipment.

Use an approved protective helmet.

Use approved hearing protection. Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent damage to the hearing.

Use approved protective glasses or a face visor to decrease the risk of injury from thrown objects. The product can throw objects, such as wood chips, small pieces of wood and more, at large force. This can result in serious injury, especially to the eyes.

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 shovel near to prevent forest fires.

Do not use a HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw with safety devices that are damaged or do not operate correctly. Do a check of the safety devices regularly. If the safety devices are damaged or do not operate correctly, speak to your Husqvarna servicing dealer.

The HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw 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. The chain brake engages manually by your left hand or automatically by the inertia release mechanism. Push the front hand guard forward to engage the chain brake manually. Pull the front hand guard rearward to disengage the chain brake.

The throttle trigger lockout prevents accidental operation of the throttle trigger. If you put your hand around the handle and press the throttle trigger lockout, it releases the throttle trigger. If you release the handle, the throttle trigger and the throttle trigger lockout move back to their initial positions. This function locks the throttle trigger at idle speed.

The chain catcher catches the saw chain if it breaks or comes loose. Correct saw chain tension and correctly applied maintenance on the saw chain and guide bar, decrease the risk of accidents.

The right hand guard is a protection for your hand on the rear handle. The right hand guard gives you protection if the saw chain breaks or derails. The right hand guard also gives you protection from branches or twigs.

The vibration damping system decreases vibration in the handles. Vibration damping units operate as a separation between the product body and the handle unit.

Use the start/stop switch to stop the engine.

The muffler becomes very hot during/after operation and at idle speed. There is a risk of fire, especially when you operate the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw near flammable materials and/or fumes. Do not operate a HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw 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 HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw without, or with a broken, spark arrestor mesh if you must have a spark arrestor mesh in your area.

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 that 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. Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling. When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess pressure is released gently. Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling. Never refuel the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw while the engine is running. Always move the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw at least 3 m (10 ft) away from the refuelling area and fuel source before starting.

If you have spilled fuel or chain oil on the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to 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 HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw leaks fuel. Regularly do a check for leaks from the fuel tank, fuel cap and fuel lines.

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 HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw and decreases the risk of accidents. If the safety checks in this operator’s manual is not approved after you do maintenance, speak to your Husqvarna servicing dealer. We guarantee that there are professional repairs and servicing available for your HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

Only use approved guide bar/saw chain combinations and filing equipment. 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. Keep the correct depth gauge setting. Obey the instructions and use the recommended depth gauge setting. Too large depth gauge setting increases the risk of kickback. Make sure that the saw chain has the correct tension. If the saw chain is not tight against the guide bar, the saw chain can derail. An incorrect saw chain tension increases wear on the guide bar, saw chain and chain drive sprocket. 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 increases.

1. Move the front hand guard rearward to disengage the chain brake.

2. Remove the bar nuts, clutch cover and transportation guard.

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. Move the guide bar to its most rear position.

4. Install the saw chain correctly around the drive sprocket and put it in the groove on the guide bar.

5. Make sure that the edges of the cutters point forward on the top edge of the guide bar.

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

7. Tighten the bar nuts finger tight.

8. Tighten the saw chain.

9. Tighten the bar nuts.

Note: Some models have only 1 bar nut.

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 that the throttle lockout operates correctly and that it is not damaged.

4. Make sure that the start/stop switch operates correctly and that it is not damaged.

5. Make sure that there is no oil on the handles.

6. Make sure that the vibration damping system operates correctly and that it is not damaged.

7. Make sure that the muffler is correctly attached and that it is not damaged.

8. Make sure that all parts of the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw are correctly attached and not damaged or missing.

9. Make sure that the chain catcher is correctly attached.

10. Do a check of the saw chain tension.

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.

Use good quality unleaded gasoline with a maximum of 10% ethanol contents. Do not use gasoline with an octane grade less than 90 RON/87 AKI. Use of a lower octane grade can cause engine knocking, which causes engine damages.

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. Speak to your servicing dealer to select the correct oil. Do not use two-stroke oil for water-cooled outboard engines, also referred to as outboard oil. Do not use oil for four-stroke engines.

1. Fill half the quantity of gasoline in a clean container for fuel.

2. Add the full quantity of oil.

3. Shake the fuel mixture.

4. Add the remaining quantity of gasoline to the container.

5. Carefully shake the fuel mixture.

Small errors can influence the ratio of the mixture drastically when you mix small quantities of fuel. Measure the quantity of oil carefully and make sure that you get the correct mixture.

Do not mix fuel for more than 1 month at a time.

1. Stop the engine and let the engine become cool.

2. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap.

3. Shake the container and make sure that the fuel is fully mixed.

4. Remove the fuel tank cap slowly to release the pressure.

5. Fill the fuel tank.

Make sure 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 HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

8. Move the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw 3 m/10 ft or more away from the refueling area and fuel source before you start the engine.

During the first 10 hours of operation, do not apply full throttle without load for extended periods.

Do not use waste oil, which can cause injury to you and the environment. Waste oil also causes damage to the oil pump, the guide bar and the saw chain. The saw chain can break if the lubrication of the cutting equipment is not sufficient. Risk of serious injury or death to the operator. This HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw has a function that lets the fuel run out before the chain oil. Use the correct chain oil for this function to operate correctly. Speak to your servicing dealer when you select your chain oil. Use Husqvarna chain oil for maximum saw chain life and to prevent negative effects on the environment. If Husqvarna chain oil is not available, we recommend you to use a standard chain oil. Use a chain oil with good adherence to the saw chain. Use a chain oil with correct viscosity range that agrees with the air temperature. 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. Use the recommended cutting equipment.

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 when the kickback zone of the guide bar touches an object. A kickback can occur suddenly and with large force, which throws the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw in the direction of the operator. Kickback always occurs in the cutting plane of the guide bar. Usually, the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw is thrown against the operator but can also move in a different direction. It is how you use the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw when the kickback occurs that causes the direction of the movement. 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. No saw chain fully prevents kickback. Always obey the instructions.

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 HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw 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.

No. First, the chain brake must operate correctly. We recommend you to do this each time before you use the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw. 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.

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. Only you and the correct working technique can prevent kickbacks.

1. Move the front hand guard forward to engage the chain brake.

2. Set the start/stop switch to on.

3. Pull the choke control out to set the choke control in choke position.

4. Push the decompression valve.

5. Continue to the instructions for starting the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

1. Move the front hand guard forward to engage the chain brake.

2. Set the start/stop switch to on.

3. Pull out and push in the choke control.

4. Push the decompression valve.

5. Continue to the instructions for starting the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

You must keep your feet in a stable position when you start the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw. If the saw chain rotates at idle speed, speak to your servicing dealer and do not use the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

1. Put the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw 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. Do not twist the starter rope around your hand. Do not pull the starter rope to full extension and do not let go of the starter rope handle. This can cause damage to the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

a) If you start your HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw with a cold engine, pull the starter rope handle until the engine fires. You can identify when the engine fires through a “puff” sound.

b) Disengage the choke.

5. Pull the starter rope handle quickly and with force.

6. Pull the starter rope handle until the engine starts.

7. Quickly disengage the throttle trigger lockout to set the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw to idle speed.

8. Move the front hand guard rearward to disengage the chain brake.

9. Use the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

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

You can cut through wood with the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw 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. In this position you have better control of the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw and the position of the kickback zone.

To cut on the push stroke is when you cut with the top of the guide bar. The saw chain pushes the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw in the direction of the operator.

If the saw chain is caught in the trunk, the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw can be pushed at you. Hold the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw tightly and make sure that the kickback zone of the guide bar does not touch the tree and causes a kickback.

Use full throttle when you cut and decrease to idle speed after each cut. Engine damage can occur if the engine runs for too long at full throttle without load.

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

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.

Cut pieces in the cutting area increase the risk of kickback and that you can not keep your balance.

1. Cut through the trunk on the pull stroke. Keep full throttle but be prepared for sudden accidents.

Make sure that the saw chain does not touch the ground when you complete the kerf.

2. Cut approximately ⅔ through the trunk and then stop. Turn the trunk and cut from the opposite side.

Make sure that the trunk does not break during cutting.

1. Cut on the push stroke approximately ⅓ through the trunk.

2. Cut through the trunk on the pull stroke until the two kerfs touch.

Make sure that the saw chain does not get caught in the trunk during cutting.

1. Cut on the pull stroke approximately ⅓ through the trunk.

2. Cut through the remaining part of the trunk on the push stroke to complete the cut.

Stop the engine if the saw chain gets caught in the trunk. Use a lever to open up the kerf and remove the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw. Do not try to pull the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw out by hand. This can result in injury when the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw suddenly breaks free.

There is a high accident risk when you use the limbing technique. Kickback can occur when the guide bar tip touches an object. A kickback causes a lightning fast reverse reaction that throws the guide bar up and in the direction of the operator. Can cause serious injury.

Cut limbs one by one. Be careful when you remove small limbs and do not cut bushes or many small limbs at the same time. Small limbs can get caught in the saw chain and prevent safe operation of the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw. Cut the limbs piece by piece if it is necessary. If you are not sure about how to cut the branch, speak to a professional chainsaw operator before you continue.

1. Keep the guide bar on the right side of the trunk and keep the body of the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw against the trunk.

2. Select the applicable cutting technique for the tension in the branch.

a) Keep the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw on the trunk and let the guide bar move along the trunk.

b) Cut on the push stroke.

Select the applicable cutting technique for the tension in the branch.

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.

1. Make sure that persons around you keep a safe distance at a minimum of 2 1/2 tree lengths.

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

1. Examine in which direction it is necessary for the 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.

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.

4. Look for signs of damage and rot in the stem.

Rot in the stem can mean a risk that the tree falls before you complete the cutting.

5. Make sure the tree has no damaged or dead branches that can break off and hit you during felling.

6. Do not let the tree fall onto a different standing tree. It is dangerous to remove a caught tree and there is a high accident risk.

Cut off all branches from your shoulder height and down.

1. Cut on the pull stroke from the top down. Make sure that the tree is between you and the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

2. Remove undergrowth from the work area around the tree. Remove all cut off material from the work area.

3. Do a check of the area for obstacles such as stones, branches and holes. You must have a clear path of retreat when the tree starts to fall. 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

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. Do not fell trees with a diameter that is more than two times larger than the guide bar length. For this, you must have special training.

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 that the felling procedure is safe. The thickness of the felling hinge must be equal and a minimum of 10% of the tree diameter. If the felling hinge is incorrect or too thin, you have no control of the felling direction.

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

a) Make the top directional cut. Align the felling direction mark of the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw with the felling direction of the tree. Stay behind the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw and keep the tree on your left side. Cut with a pull stroke.

b) Make the bottom directional cut. Make sure that the end of the bottom directional cut is at the same point as the end of the top directional cut.

2. Make sure that the bottom directional cut is horizontal and at a 90° angle to the felling direction.

The felling cut must be made slightly above the directional cut. 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.

1. If the usable cutting length is longer than the tree diameter, do these steps:

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 the trunk to complete a safe corner that is 5-10 cm/2-4 in wide.

2. If the usable cutting length is shorter than the tree diameter, do these steps:

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.

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.

It is very dangerous to remove a trapped tree and there is a high accident risk. Keep out of the risk zone and do not try to fell a trapped tree. The safest procedure is to use one of the following winches:

Tractor-mounted

Portable

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.

In some situations the only safe procedure is to use a winch and not your HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

4. Keep a position where the tree or branch can not hit 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.

Do not cut straight through a tree or branch that is in tension.

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.

7. Continue to cut more into the tree until the tree/branch bends and the tension is released.

8. Cut the tree/branch from the opposite side of the bend, after the tension is released.

Snow and cold weather can cause operation problems. Risk of too low engine temperature or ice on the air filter and the carburetor.

1. Remove the cylinder cover.

2. Remove the partition wall (A).

3. Use a knife to make a hole in the cylinder cover as shown in the illustration (B).

4. Assemble the winter plug (C).

5. For temperatures below 0°C/32°F, move the winter plug from position 1 to position 2.

When the winter plug is in the air nozzle for AirInjection™, you must clean the air filter daily.

6. For temperatures below -5°C/23°F or in conditions with snow, a winter cover is available. Assemble the winter cover on the starter housing. The winter cover decreases the flow of cool air and keeps snow away from the carburetor space.

Remove the winter cover if the temperature increases above -5°C/23°F. Put the winter plug in in position 1 if the temperature increases above 0°C/32°F. Risk of too high engine temperature and damage to the engine.

The HUSQVARNA 395 XPG chainsaw has heated front and rear handles. The electrical heating coils are powered by a generator. Push the switch in the direction of the arrow to engage the function. Push the switch in the opposite direction to disengage the function.

Adjustment of the carburetor heating is done electrically through a thermostat. This keeps the correct carburetor temperature and prevents ice in the carburetor.

The engine must be off.

1. Use a brush to remove wood dust, resin and dirt from the chain brake and clutch drum. Dirt and wear can decrease the function of the brake.

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 thinnest point.

1. Make sure that the front hand guard does not have damages such as cracks.

2. Make sure that the front hand guard moves freely and that it is attached safely to the clutch cover.

3. Hold the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw with 2 hands above a stump or other stable surface.

4. Let go of the front handle and let the guide bar tip fall against the stump.

5. Make sure that the chain brake engages as the guide bar tip hits the stump.

1. Start the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

Make sure that the saw chain does not touch the ground or other objects.

2. Hold the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw tightly.

3. Apply full throttle and tilt your left wrist against the front hand guard to engage the chain brake. The saw chain must stop immediately.

Do not let go of the front handle.

1. Make sure that the throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout move freely and that the return spring works correctly.

2. Press down the throttle trigger lockout and make sure that it goes back to its initial position when you release it.

3. Make sure that the throttle trigger is locked at the idle position when the throttle trigger lockout is released.

4. Start the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw and apply full throttle.

5. Release the throttle trigger and make sure that the saw chain stops and stays stationary.

If the saw chain rotates when the throttle trigger is in the idle position, speak to your servicing dealer.

1. Make sure that there is no damage on the chain catcher.

2. Make sure that the chain catcher is stable and attached to the body of the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

Make sure that the right hand guard does not have damages such as cracks.

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.

1. Start the engine.

2. Push the start/stop switch to the STOP position. The engine must stop.

Do not use a HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw that has a defective muffler or a muffler that is in bad condition.

1. Examine the muffler for damages and defects.

2. Make sure that the muffler is correctly attached to the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

3. If your HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw has a special spark arrestor mesh, clean the spark arrestor mesh weekly.

4. Replace a damaged spark arrestor mesh.

If the spark arrestor mesh is blocked the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw becomes too hot and this causes damage to the cylinder and piston.

The basic carburetor adjustments are done at the factory. Do not operate the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw at too high speed during the first 10 hours of operation. If the saw chain rotates at idle speed, turn the idle speed screw counterclockwise until the saw chain stops. If the saw chain does not stop when you turn the idle speed screw, speak to your servicing dealer. Do not use the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw until it is correctly adjusted. Incorrect adjustments can cause damage to the engine.

Turn the low speed needle clockwise until stop. If the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw has a bad acceleration capacity or if the idle speed is not correct, turn the low speed needle counterclockwise. Turn the low speed needle until the acceleration capacity and idle speed is correct.

1. Start the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

2. Turn the idle speed screw clockwise until the saw chain starts to rotate.

3. Turn the idle speed screw counterclockwise until the saw chain stops.

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.

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 speed needle. Turn the high speed needle to make adjustments. Do not turn the high speed needle screw across the adjustment limitation stop. This can cause damage to the piston and the cylinder.

Make sure that the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw has the correct acceleration capacity.

Make sure that the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw 4-cycles a little at full throttle.

Make sure that the saw chain does not rotate at idle speed.

If the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw is not easy to start or has less acceleration capacity, adjust the low and high speed needles.

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.

1. Loosen the screws to the starter housing

2. Remove the starter housing.

3. Pull out the starter rope approximately 30 cm/12 in and put it in the notch on the pulley.

4. Let the pulley rotate slowly rearward to release the recoil spring.

5. Remove the center screw and remove the pulley.

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 the recoil spring must engage in the pulley.

9. Assemble the pulley and center screw.

10. Pull the starter rope through the hole in the starter housing and the starter rope handle.

11. Make a tight knot at the end of the starter rope.

1. Put the starter rope into the notch on 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.

1. Pull out the starter rope and put the starter in position against the crankcase.

2. Slowly release the starter rope until the pulley engages with the pawls.

3. Tighten the screws that hold the starter.

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 clean. Use detergent and water to clean it fully.

An air filter that is used for a long time can not be fully cleaned. Replace the air filter regularly and always replace a defective air filter.

3. Attach the air filter and make sure that the air filter seals tightly against the filter holder.

Because of different work conditions, weather or season, your HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw can be used with different types of air filter. Speak to your servicing dealer for more information.

Use the recommended spark plug. An incorrect spark plug can cause damage to the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

1. If the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw is not easy to start or to operate or if the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw operates incorrectly at idle speed, examine the spark plug for unwanted materials. To decrease the risk of unwanted material on the spark plug electrodes, do these steps:

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.

3. Make sure that the electrode gap is correct.

4. Replace the spark plug monthly or more frequently if necessary.

Use protective gloves when you use or do maintenance on the saw chain. A saw chain that does not move can also cause injuries. 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 HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

Guide bar length, in/cm. Information about the guide bar length can usually be found on the rear end of the guide bar.

Number of teeth on bar tip sprocket (T).

Chain pitch, in. The distance between the drive links of the saw chain must align with the distance of the teeth on the bar tip sprocket and drive sprocket.

Number of drive links. The number of drive links is decided by the type of guide bar.

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

Chain oil hole and hole for chain tensioner. The guide bar must align with HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

Drive link width, mm/in.

Do not use a blunt saw chain. If the saw chain is blunt, you must apply more pressure to push the guide bar through the wood. If the saw chain is very blunt, there will be no wood chips but sawdust. A sharp saw chain eats through the wood and the wood chips becomes long and thick. 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 depth (depth gauge setting). When you sharpen the cutter, think about the following:

Filing angle.

Cutting angle.

File position.

Round file diameter.

It is not easy to sharpen a saw chain correctly without the correct equipment. Use Husqvarna file gauge. This will help you to keep maximum cutting performance and the kickback risk at a minimum.

The force of the kickback increases a lot if you do not follow the sharpening instructions.

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

2. Apply the file gauge correctly on to the cutter. Refer 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.

4. Remove material from one side of all the cutting teeth.

5. Turn the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw around and remove material on the other side.

6. Make sure that all cutting teeth are the same length.

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 depth gauge (B) to receive the recommended depth gauge setting. The risk of kickback increases if the depth gauge setting is too large! We recommend to adjust the depth gauge setting after each third operation that you sharpen the cutting teeth. We recommend that you use our depth gauge tool to receive the correct depth gauge setting and bevel for the depth gauge.

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.

3. Use the flat file to remove the part of the depth gauge that extends through the depth gauge tool.

A saw chain with an incorrect tension can come loose from the guide bar and cause serious injury or death. A saw chain becomes longer when you use it. Adjust the saw chain regularly.

1. Loosen the bar nuts that hold the clutch cover/chain brake. Use a wrench.

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 against the guide bar but still can move easily.

5. Tighten the bar nuts using the wrench and lift the front of the guide bar at the same time.

6. Make sure you can pull the saw chain around freely by hand and that it does not hang from the guide bar.

1. Start the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw 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. Speak to your servicing dealer if the maintenance steps does not help.

The clutch drum has a spur sprocket (A) or a rim sprocket (B). A spur sprocket has the chain sprocket permanently attached to the clutch drum. A rim sprocket can be replaced.

Regularly examine the chain drive sprocket for wear. Replace the chain drive sprocket if there is too much wear.

Replace the chain drive sprocket when you replace the saw chain.

Lubricate the needle bearing weekly.

1. Pull the front hand guard rearward to disengage the chain brake.

2. Loosen the bar nuts and remove the clutch cover.

Some models have only one bar nut.

3. Put the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw on the side with the clutch up.

4. Use a grease gun to put engine oil in the center of the clutch as it rotates.

1. Make sure that there are no cracks in rivets and links and that no rivets are loose. Replace if it is necessary.

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.

1. Make sure that the oil channel is not blocked. Clean if it is necessary.

2. Examine if there are burrs on the edges of the guide bar. Remove the burrs using a file.

3. Clean the groove in the guide bar.

4. Examine the groove in the guide bar for wear. Replace the guide bar if it is necessary.

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

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.

7. Turn the guide bar daily to extend its life cycle.

Contamination in the tanks causes malfunction.

Drain and clean the fuel tank and the chain oil tank regularly.

Replace the fuel filter yearly or more frequently if necessary.

Stop the engine before you make adjustments to the oil pump.

1. Turn the adjustment screw for the oil pump. Use a screwdriver or combination wrench.

a) Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to decrease the chain oil flow.

b) Turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise to increase the chain oil flow.

Recommended settings for the oil pump:

• Guide bar length 48-51 cm/18-20 in: 0 turn from initial position.

• Guide bar length 51-61 cm/20-24 in: ¾ turns from initial position.

• Guide bar length 61-71 cm/24-28 in: 1 ½ turns from initial position.

• Guide bar length 71- cm/28- in: 1 ¾ turns from initial position.

AirInjection™ is a centrifugal air cleaning system that removes dust and dirt before the particles are caught by the air filter. AirInjection™ extends the life of the air filter and the engine.

The cooling system keeps the engine temperature down. The cooling system includes the air intake on the starter (A) and the air guide plate (B), the pawls on the flywheel (C), the cooling fins on the cylinder (D) and the cylinder cover (E).

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 blocked.

A dirty or blocked cooling system can make the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw too hot, which can cause damage to the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

For storage and transportation of the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw and fuel, make sure that there are no leaks or fumes. Sparks or open flames, for example from electrical devices or boilers, can start a fire.

Always use approved containers for storage and transportation of fuel.

Empty the fuel and chain oil tanks before transportation or before long-term storage. Discard the fuel and chain oil at an applicable disposal location.

Use the transportation guard on the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw to prevent injuries or damage to the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw. A saw chain that does not move can also cause serious injuries.

Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug and engage the chain brake.

Attach the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw safely during transportation.

1. Stop the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw and let it become cool before you disassemble it.

2. Disassemble and clean the saw chain and the groove in the guide bar.

If the saw chain and guide bar are not cleaned, they can become rigid or blocked.

3. Attach the transportation guard.

4. Clean the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

5. Do a complete servicing of the HUSQVARNA 395 XP chainsaw.

Always use the recommended spark plug type! Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder.

Husqvarna 395 XP and Husqvarna 395 XPG chainsaw models met the safety requirements in ANSI B175.1-2012 and Canadian Standards Association CSA Z62.1-15 (Chainsaws) and CSA Z62.3-11 (R2016) (Chainsaw kickback), when equipped with the listed saw chain and guide bar combination(s). We recommend only to use the listed guide bar and saw chain combinations.

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 saw chain need to be Pixel to get these benefits. Pixel cutting equipment is marked with this symbol.

Use a Husqvarna file gauge to sharpen the saw chain. A Husqvarna file gauge makes sure that you get the correct filing angles.