What octane gas is optimal for this chainsaw?
1982263
Premium highest octane, also make sure that you use fuel stabilizer. Using the above all my equipment have had no problems starting even after a few weeks on non use.
1982264
Premium highest octane, also make sure that you use fuel stabilizer.Using the above all my equipment have had no problems starting even after afew weeks on non use.
1353147
I use AMSOIL bar and chain oil. It does tend to leak out a little if stored with the oil in the saw. It is a great little saw!
68090
Husqvarna says the engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Use an octane of 87 or higher. Of course, you must also mix the gasoline with a high quality two stroke engine oil.
1187435
Actually will need both. The propane generates the carbon dioxide (which is part of the attractant) and the Octenol is what will really boost your catch ratio.
1078116
runs great on regular octane..the same one for the car...i believe 87 octane
2230402
Add to your gasoline and it will add octane for any machine. I use it for my stihls! Works great in all my power equipment. Had no I'll effects. Tom
1353149
I don't know about preferred oil. I use the same chainsaw bar oil that I use in others. I have found the oil to continue to feed, or at least drain slowly, even when the unit is stopped. I don't know if it continues to feed at the same rate. I usually just put a small amount in and if there is any left, it drains in the storage tray where the small amount won't be an issue. I have found my new Makita 36v 12" chainsaw to only pump oil when it is being run, just like proper professional grade gas saws.
109087
Medium to low is best on gas. I don't have an electrical but I would say medium.
567303
Unleaded gasoline or "gas". 87, 89 or 91 octane. 10% ethanol is ok but use stabilizer if storing. Ethanol free gas is better. I recommend avoiding this pump. Its crap. Spend a little more on a better brand if you need to rely on it at all.
1503269
That's the ratio I use 40:1 at 3.2oz/1 gal of gas. Primed it up put it on full choke and cranked on the first pull almost every time. Highly recommend this weed eater.
1840761
I keep forgetting to confirm with my husband, who is the one using the chainsaw, but I'm nearly certain the mix is 50:1, the same as for a snowmobile or little dirt bike, etc.
419487
No. You'll have to buy chain oil and the small bottles of oil to mix with the gas separately. Chainsaw is light weight and works nicely.
871465
electric. I have never seen a chain saw with both electric and gas motors. It certainly would be heavy. Good saw. I have trouble with chain oil flow at low temps. If you plan to use it at low temps, would buy the bar oil for lower temps. regular oil is not good since it does not cling.
569329
I sold my Poulan pole saw. The mixture was either 32 to 1 or 40 to 1. I have changed to 32 to 1 on everything. I had a couple of 2 cycle engines to burn up. Part of it was due to running too lean on the gas mixture. Some of these new carbsrequired a special tool to adjust the carb. .. Doug / Texas
1650093
ive been using husqvarna . i bought a husqvarna 240 gas saw and i used that because of the guarante. ( by the way dont buy the 240 or 235 models i found out there realy poulans and have carb problems and the oil runs out before the gas does. if your not paying attention the bar and chain will get damaged. there very hard to start husqv bought poulan out. } chainsaw oil has an addative to make it hold to the bar and chain better. a cheap offbrand oil may not have as much so could damage your bar and chain. poulan seems to be good but irealy think husq v is the best. but it is double the price.. good luck...jj ive been using husqvarna . i bought a husqvarna 240 gas saw and i used that because of the guarante. ( by the way dont buy the 240 or 235 models i found out there realy poulans and have carb problems and the oil runs out before the gas does. if your not paying attention the bar and chain will get damaged. there very hard to start husqv bought poulan out. } chainsaw oil has an addative to make it hold to the bar and chain better. a cheap offbrand oil may not have as much so could damage your bar and chain. poulan seems to be good but irealy think husq v is the best. but it is double the... » Read More ive been using husqvarna . i bought a husqvarna 240 gas saw and i used that because of the guarante. ( by the way dont buy the 240 or 235 models i found out there realy poulans and have carb problems and the oil runs out before the gas does. if your not paying attention the bar and chain will get damaged. there very hard to start husqv bought poulan out. } chainsaw oil has an addative to make it hold to the bar and chain better. a cheap offbrand oil may not have as much so could damage your bar and chain. poulan seems to be good but irealy think husq v is the best. but it is double the price.. good luck...jj « Show Less
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If you're new to nitro definitely look at temperature gun and after run oil and always run all the gas out if you're not going to run it in the next couple of days WD40 works fine for after run oil I've got a slayer 4x4 and a 4 tec been having the truck about a year and haven't had to change a part yet it's very durable
1391020
Based on the Makita manual any straight weight (non-detergent) oil such as SAE 10W, 20W or 30W is acceptable, last I checked this oil is available almost everywhere. The determining factor for which oil to use is dependent on temperature. From page 12 of the owners manual: -16C TO 0C (3.2F - 32F) = SAE 10W, 1C TO 26C (33.8F - 78.8F) = SAE 20W, ABOVE 27C (80.6F) = SAE 30W Just got off the phone with Makita Tech Support (800-462-5482) and inquired about the filters. The air filter (element) part number is 171006-E. According to Tech Support Home Depot either carries them or can special order. After searching the part number online, several sites carry them but they are pricey at about $20 + shipping. Since it looks very similar to other gas powered mower filters it might be worthwhile to remove the filter and bring it along to see if any big box stores have one that is dimensionally the same.