Keep reading about bar chain oil leaks on this model - what's the real story?
308156
Have run 4 tanks of gas through the saw and have had no problem with bar oil leaking. Good saw for the money.
308157
this is true what I have to do when I'm not using it is turn the reservoir screw all the way off or leaks big time, found that out the hard way after the first couple uses
308158
Hi Bob, I don't have these issues with mine. I love this machine as it is easy to crank and to operate. Al
308159
Yes,You Have To Place A Rag Under The Unit But It Minor... But If You Can Get For A Good Price Buy It...
308160
I have noticed some leakage when the saw is stored--more than simple dripping from the chain. But other saw's I've owned have leaked more. Perhaps I'll fiddle with the reservoir screw as Z. Galvins suggests below; but I'm not greatly bothered. I store it on a piece of corrugated cardboard that absorbs the mess. Otherwise, the saw performs so well I refuse to complain.
308161
Bob, I read the same reviews although I found several that we're very positive. I purchased the saw with great hopes. I can only tell you that after using the saw for several hours at a time on several occasions I have not had any issues nor has the saw leaked any chain oil.
308162
I noticed leakage in the saw a storage box but it could have been do to the saw resting sideways. It had tipped over
308163
This chainsaw has an automatic oiler meaning it oils the chain all the time the chain is moving. People confuse the oil dripping off of the chain for an oil leak because the find oil on the bottom of the case. If one doesn't like this mess a good wiping of the chain after use will solve this.
308164
Bob, although my review for this saw was not favorable, I personally did not have any leak problems, that is, compared to other saws I've used. However, I always only try to put in as much fuel and chain oil as I need for the tree work I'm doing. That way, when storing the saw, you do not have to worry about leaks or stale fuel. All saws will leak a little if you fill them with chain oil before storage.
600761
the unit is self doesn't require oil, it is battery powered. You will need to lubricate the chain, with chain oil, as used on a chainsaw.
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
1353152
I just use Husqvarna Bar oil and that seemed to work fine. I would recommend draining the extra oil before storing it.
1590822
We actually have had the same problem. After about 4 minutes, it was terrible!! I read someone else's post which said that he was having the same problem and realized that he was very picky about making sure that everything was tight, so he loosened the screws a bit on the handle bars a quarter turn each until the squeek disappeared. We thought that we would try that. We did tonight, and it totally worked!! We loosened them on the handle bars on top and where they connect to the flywheel. That has made a tremendous difference. Prior to that, we had used WD40 and grease, but nothing seemed to work. Try to loosen the screws and see what happens. We actually have had the same problem. After about 4 minutes, it was terrible!! I read someone else's post which said that he was having the same problem and realized that he was very picky about making sure that everything was tight, so he loosened the screws a bit on the handle bars a quarter turn each until the squeek disappeared. We thought that we would try that. We did tonight, and it totally worked!! We loosened them on the handle bars on top and where they connect to the flywheel. That has made a tremendous difference. Prior to that, we had used WD40 and grease, but nothing seemed... » Read More We actually have had the same problem. After about 4 minutes, it was terrible!! I read someone else's post which said that he was having the same problem and realized that he was very picky about making sure that everything was tight, so he loosened the screws a bit on the handle bars a quarter turn each until the squeek disappeared. We thought that we would try that. We did tonight, and it totally worked!! We loosened them on the handle bars on top and where they connect to the flywheel. That has made a tremendous difference. Prior to that, we had used WD40 and grease, but nothing seemed to work. Try to loosen the screws and see what happens. « Show Less
119378
30 wt motor oil is recommended. The unit leaks like crazy but I just keep a pile of rags in the carrying case. Keep snugging all of the bolts as well.....the vibration keeps working them loose and adding to the leakage. For the price...this thing has taken a severe amount of abuse and just keeps running.....and leaking...love it.
42686
A chain saw repair guy told my a little secret. After you use the saw, crack open the chain oil cap to relieve the pressure. Then tighten it back up. It cuts down considerably on the amount of oil that continues to come out of the saw and gets all over the back of my truck.
1417797
Mine was defective with a small crack, so I was always smelling grease until I found the "leak". It was tossed & replaced with something more reliable.
48677
I have not had trouble oiling the chain. I just put oil in the reservoir and on occasions squirt some directly on the chain. This is a great piece of equipment.
461655
Would luv to help but just don't know. Maybe you can contact the seller; he should have an interchange manual. Main thing I do know is I'll never own another Husky though. Mine had 64 hours when the spindle went out and they laughed at me. Once I tore it down, I learned the upper bearing is a sealed unit. When you grease the spindle, you're only greasing the lower one. The top one burned up and seized. They looked at under warranty because of noise. They said they don't warrant noises, just broken parts. Two weeks later (and warranty ran out one week earlier), it went out and I found two weak idlers that I changed at the same time. Again, wish I could help you.
193919
Unfortunately just about all chain saws will appear to leak oil when not in use because the chain and bar are saturated with oil during use to help prevent wear. I recommend storing it in a plastic bag with some paper towels under it to absorb any dripping oil. I absolutely love the Greenworks battery powered saw. You can use it immediately when needed.
883518
I did not have a leaking problem. Check all the connections and points where parts meet. I did install a shutoff in the gas line and each time I shut the unit off I turn off the gas and let it run dry, this helps reduce build up in the carburetor and hopefully will make the unit run well for a long time.
846660
take it back now it leaks like crazy and i called the company and they told me this model is leaky ... so if you dont want oil all over take it back or you will be sorry ... Tony
572313
No, as far as I know. I just added oil and snugged the chain and away I went and it is operating quite nicely for about 7months now, on lite duty.
1336590
I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to high usage. I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to... » Read More I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to high usage. « Show Less
1250833
Mine uses as much bar oil as gas. Meaning the bar oil tank is depleted at the rate that the saw needs to be refueled.
1011915
Is yours leaking any fluids by chance? Mine started to shoot just puffs of air 90% of the time and I noticed that it had oil / grease leaking from the black plastic bit just above where the connection is on the gun. Only used it 2x, no jams, never used higher than 100 psi etc. In the process of sending it back and getting a porter-cable.