Chainsaw Maintenance Tips - Taking care of chainsaw equipment
A chainsaw needs regular servicing to perform at its best and last for a long time. Here’s a guide to the things you can take care of yourself.
Correct chain tensioning
Always let the chain cool before adjusting the chain tension. As it cools off, the chain will shrink.

Chain lubrication
Poor lubrication is a major cause of premature wear. We recommend that you check and refill the chain oil every time you refuel. Husqvarna chain oil has been developed to provide good lubrication for our cutting systems.
- Start the chainsaw
- Hold the saw over a stump and rev up the engine
- Chain lubrication is working if there is a line of oil left on the stump
Bar maintenance
Most chainsaw bar problems are related to incorrect chain tensioning, poor lubrication or faulty working techniques. The area exposed to most wear is the underside of the bar, where most of the cutting is done.
- Turn the guide bar every time the chain is changed so that it will wear evenly.
- Clean the guide bar groove and oil inlet regularly.
- File away burrs from the bar rails.
Replace the bar
Check the bar regularly for wear and burrs on the rails. Replace the bar if:
- The bar groove is not deep enough to hold the drive link. Check at the most worn part on the rail.
- The chain is not kept straight up in the groove.
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