Likely cause of chainsaw oiler not working?

Question

I have a Husqvarna petrol driven 'Rancher 45' chainsaw. The oiler has stopped. Before I take it to a repair shop, are there any 'most likely' things that I could easily check myself? I've never had the covers off. All I ever do is sharpen the chain.


Now that it's winter I need it! Fortunately I have another Husqvarna.

Naturally, it's not out of oil. I go through litres of chain oil each winter.

Answer 1

Real simple test is to take the cover, bar and chain off and run the saw with out them. If you see oil coming out the side, the plug is in the channel for the bar. No oil means it is internal, and need to go to a dealer.

Answer 2

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Before you do anything... do this... On the chain bar, there is a small hole on either side, right opposite where the oil is fed from the chainsaw. We all get dummies sometimes, by the obvious that is overlooked. And sometimes we forget about this hole (both sides). Make sure these holes are clean and the channel of the bar is clean and free of debris. This is where the oil enters the blade to lubricate the chain. If all is well there... then below... Okay. here is what you do... But, first off, I have looked after and repaired many chainsaws, especially the saw's oil feed mechanism... Next, you have to strip down and remove the clutch to get at the oil feed mechanism. It comes off easily enough, but be careful not to lose any parts such as the spring, etc. Examine the worm drive for excessive ware and the cog that drives the oil feed on the oiler itself. If either look obviously worn, then they both will have to be replaced. They come as a kit, so the cost s relative to what you need, but not excessive. If all is well there, then make sure the oil orifices in the oiler itself is clear. There is what looks like a pin inside that has a hole drilled through it. Make sure this hole is clear and the pin can spin freely. when everything is stripped down, wash the parts with gasoline, and then, using compressed air, blow out the lines. Reassemble the pump. There might be a screen grid to capture debris the oil tank; so you might just take a look there first. Best of luck. Dr Antony

Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Likely cause of chainsaw oiler not working?
I have a Husqvarna petrol driven 'Rancher 45' chainsaw. The oiler has stopped. Before I take it to a repair shop, are there any 'most likely' things that I could easily check myself? I've never had the covers off. All I ever do is sharpen the chain.


Now that it's winter...

Answer 5

If you've got huge miles on that saw, that pump could be just plain worn out. The other option is that if you let the oiler reservoir go empty, the pump could have lost its prime.But it normally would pick up that prime anyways, especially if you fill the reservoir to the top, and rev the saw up to high R.P.M. for 20 or 30 seconds.(Don't go crazy here, and blow the engine) Next, bits of sawdust could have plugged the oil lines. if you have the nerve to take the covers off and do remove and blow out the oil lines. hey how about those Husqvarna's hey. "All I ever do is sharpen the chain" I own a 268 model and I love it. Replaced the coil (Lifetime warranty!) once, fuel line once, tightened the muffler.

Answer 6

my mac stopped oiling and i was using it pretty hard. i took the bar and chain off and the small oil hole was stopped up with oily sawdust. i cleaned it out and used a small wire to clean as far as possible up the tube. i then blew air in the tank kinda using a rag to seal it off around the blower. i also blew air up the small hole. i did not use a lot of pressure though. my saw is gravity feed which may not be the case with yours. good luck.

Answer 7

Its most likely a clog in the oil line or defective pump. Either way you would have to dismantle the thing to find the exact problem and fix it. Probably best left to the repair shop.

Answer 8

Could be out of oil, but also check to see if the wood shavings have plugged the small hole that the oil comes out of. I'm not sure about your particular saw but some of them you can disassemble the nozzle to clean it. Good luck!!

Answer 9

always do maintenance on all your tools,remove chain cover and clean,tighten blade.add chainsaw oil, and you should have no problem.

Answer 10

I had a homelite and the tube from the tank to the pump had a hole in it from age. Just a thought.