Mark E

Husqvarna 435 Chain Saw - Very difficult to start.


Hello,
I have a Husqvarna 435 Chain Saw that I purchased from Lowes about a year ago and I have only used it a couple of times.

The problem I have is it is extremely difficult to start. I had to use it yesterday to try and clean up some tree limbs after they got knocked down during a storm. After 30 minutes trying to start it and unable to, I gave up and went to the hand saw.

This should start so easily but it does not. I believe I have the proper fuel mixture and I follow the instructions in the manual but still no luck.

I read somewhere that someone mentioned needing to adjust the low idle scree 1/4 turn but I did not see any details on how to get to it. Sounds like you have to fabricate some special tool just to turn the screw.

Does anyone have good advice on how to adjust this so it will start?

Also, the pull rope seems to stick from time to time. Any idea's on that would be most appreciated as well.

At this point I would be hard pressed to recommend any Husqvarna product but I guess I'll reserve final judgement until I get to the bottom of the issues.

Thanks,
Mark