Husqvarna 240 is a chainsaw whose characteristics are the same as those of Shtil 180, but the price is lower, why is that?

Household and professional chainsaw equipment from the Swedish brand Husqvarna occupies the top lines of consumer, official and unofficial ratings. The Husqvarna 340 universal chainsaw occupies a special place in the model line.

Lightweight and safe to use, a high-class instrument is characterized by moderate cost, economical maintenance, and a high level of adaptation to difficult climatic conditions.

Photo: Husqvarna 340 chainsaw

The list of operational advantages of the 340 model:

• easy start;
• excellent traction characteristics of the power unit;
• economical consumption of fuel and oils;
• increased service life between overhauls compared to standard models.

Owners and operators noted the good autonomy of the tool, precise balancing, and easy-to-grip shape of the body and handles.

Scope of application

The manufacturer recommends using Husqvarna 240 9673260 01 to solve simple problems. For example, this is work on caring for a garden plot or preparing firewood for individual heating. This model is also suitable for outdoor enthusiasts who need to make tables and benches from wood while traveling, as well as cut wood for a fire.

The engine life of the engine installed on this saw model does not allow it to be used for daily work in an eight-hour working day. Simply put, if you use this saw every day, the piston group will wear out quickly and require repair.

To increase the service life of the piston group, it is necessary to use only original oils manufactured by Husqvarna.

Repairing a piston is quite an expensive task, and it is for this reason that if there is a need to work with a saw every day, then it is better to choose a chainsaw from the professional or semi-professional series. Chainsaw Husqvarna 240 is a household model.

Peculiarities

Among its competitors, the Husqvarna 240-16-inch chainsaw stands out due to its ergonomics and workmanship. The parts of its body are made of high-strength plastic, which is not afraid of contact with gasoline or oil. They all fit perfectly and the chainsaw looks like a single unit.

The chainsaw is well balanced and has a convenient location of controls.

The main features of the model include the presence of the following innovative developments from Husqvarna:

1. Anti-vibration system consisting of reliable metal shock absorbers, which has a patented name LowVib®;
2. A system that combines throttle position and engine shutdown control;
3. Air purification using a centrifugal Air Injection system;
4. Last, but most important, is the X-Torq® system, which will be discussed in more detail below.

Saw set

The basic set of the removable saw device includes a 40 cm long guide bar made of a special alloy and a wear-resistant saw chain. The capabilities of the model 340 chainsaw are expanded by the ability to operate the tool with guide bars 35, 38 and 45 cm long.

Thanks to the reliability and high efficiency of the combined, manual and inertia emergency stop brake of the sawing mechanism, the prerequisites for the formation of traumatic situations are eliminated.

Full lubrication and cooling of the headset is achieved by supplying chain oil to the working area. This task is accomplished by a pump with adjustable performance, which takes consumables from a 250 ml reservoir built into the body.

The automatic system blocks the supply of lubricant to the tire when the engine is idling, which reduces oil consumption by almost half.

Specifications

For convenience, all characteristics are summarized in one table, and the most important ones are highlighted in green.

The saw has a power of 1.5 kW with a cylinder displacement of 38.2 cm³, which is a rather modest figure among its competitors. This power is enough to be able to install a bar up to 16 inches long on the saw, but no more. Husqvarna is distinguished by the fact that its tank volumes are balanced, so fuel and chain oil run out at the same time. The type of chain used is H37. The recommended working length of the splint is 33-40 cm.

The Husqvarna 240 engine is capable of reaching up to 9000 rpm, which is also not the maximum among saws of this class. For example, Shtil 180 is capable of spinning up to 13,500 thousand.

We recommend that you look at the characteristics of the Stihl MC 180 chainsaw and compare them with the Husqvarna 240 model, you will see that they are very similar, the only advantage the German has is in weight - it is almost 1 kg lighter, but the price is 20-25% higher. Most likely it's a marketing issue. The Shtil company, in particular the MC 180 saw model, is highly advertised on the Russian market, but Husqvarna saws are simply undervalued.

Answers to frequently asked questions

The Husqvarna 340 chainsaw requires careful handling. Violation of operating rules leads to changes in adjustments and even breakdowns, but some malfunctions can be eliminated with your own hands. Let's take a closer look at how this is done.

What tires can be installed on a Husqvarna to replace a faulty one? First of all, the technical parameters must match. The tire length is 13-18 inches (33-45 cm), the groove width is 1.3 mm and the maximum number of driven sprocket teeth is 10.

Why does the Husqvarna 340 chainsaw chain lubricant flow in a stream? The answer here, as a rule, is one - the seal of the oil pump or the interface between the oil supply hose is worn out to the limit. You can learn more about this by watching the video.

Many inexperienced users are interested in how to adjust the oil supply for chain lubrication. There is an adjusting screw at the bottom of the chainsaw. Turning it increases or decreases the oil supply to the chain. How this is done is shown in the video

How to remove the sprocket on Husqvarna 340? The process of removing the drive sprocket is not a simple one. To perform this work, it is necessary to remove the clutch along with the drum. How to do this is clearly shown in the video.

Having experience in performing plumbing work and tools, knowing the structure of a chainsaw, it will not be difficult to replace the sprocket on the Husqvarna 340 yourself.

Modifications

Husqvarna 240 has two modifications, these are Husqvarna 240 e series and Husqvarna 240 e series TrioBrake™.

Kickback protection

In the e series configuration, the saw is additionally equipped with the Smart Start® system, which is designed to make it easier to start the chainsaw, as well as hinged fuel and oil tank covers, and a chain tensioning system without the help of an additional key. Essentially, the Husqvarna 240 e-series is a luxury version of the basic chainsaw model.

Husqvarna keyless chain tensioning system

Husqvarna e-series TrioBrake™ is also a luxury model of the 240, only additionally equipped with innovative TrioBrake™ technology, which protects the operator in the event of a kickback.

Upon external inspection, it is very easy to identify a chainsaw equipped with this system because it has an additional lever in the area of ​​the handle under the right hand, which is responsible for activating the saw chain brake during a rebound.

The video below provides a description of how the system works and why it is needed.

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The device of the Husqvarna 340 chainsaw

The Husqvarna 340 portable chain saw has a balanced factory design, a good selection of components and excellent build quality. The basis of the tool is a durable gasoline internal combustion engine, consisting of a forged CPG, the inner walls of which are coated with a protective chrome alloy, a reinforced metal piston and a modified exhaust system. The use of proprietary technologies in the development of the engine allowed Husqvarna to achieve a reduction in the volume of fuel consumed by the engine and a reduction in the amount of exhaust gases emitted.

To start the engine, the Husqvarna 340 chainsaw is equipped with a strong manual starter, consisting of a coil, a return spring, a cable and a plastic handle. The parts of the saw's trigger mechanism are protected by a separate lining of its body. To make it possible to safely start the internal combustion engine in winter, the manufacturer equipped it with a manual pump for pumping fuel into the cylinder.

The standard equipment of the Husqvarna chainsaw includes an effective anti-vibration system that suppresses vibrations from the crankshaft to the tool handles. It consists of 6 dampers evenly spaced under the side and end parts of the motor.

For sawing wood, the Husqvarna 340 chainsaw is equipped with a durable saw set, adapted for use with high loads. The tire and chain of the model can withstand increased friction and high heat without the risk of cracking or breaking. A high-quality oil pump is responsible for lubricating the chainsaw chain, which is easy to maintain and highly repairable. The inertia brake of the chain used is immediately activated during a kickback, protecting the operator and others from injury.

The Husqvarna 340 chainsaw stands out for its convenient layout of controls. The switches and adjustment toggle switches are located on the rear part of the model’s body, while the brake activation handle is located in its middle part. This allows the operator to quickly switch between modes without having to stop the engine.

X-Torq technology

Now let's return to X-Torq technology and try to figure out how it works and why it is needed.

As you know, when a two-stroke engine operates, a large percentage of the fuel mixture does not burn and is released with the exhaust, or burns out in the muffler, without bringing any benefit. This is because exhaust gases are removed from the cylinder as the fuel mixture enters it, which inevitably enters the muffler.

X-Torq saves fuel and protects environmental resources - air

Husqvarna engineers have developed a new algorithm for purging the cylinder and removing combustion products from it. In X-Torq technology, the cylinder is purged and exhaust gases are removed with clean air, and only after it a new portion of fuel enters the combustion chamber. This scheme made it possible to reduce the percentage of harmful impurities in the exhaust gases and the fuel consumption of the saw.

To implement the engineers' plans, it was necessary to completely modernize the carburetor, cylinder and piston of the engine.

Engines made using the X-Torq system have the lowest noise levels.

Malfunctions

Like any technically complex tool, the 240 saw sometimes breaks. Situations when a chainsaw does not start or stalls when you press the gas, although infrequent, do happen. Let's look at the main reasons for this behavior of the saw.

Why it won't start - the most popular reasons

If the Husqvarna 240 does not start, check the availability of fuel, because sometimes you can simply forget to fill it. If the tank is filled, but the chainsaw does not start, the reasons may be the following:

• the fuel filter is very dirty; to eliminate it, it is necessary to replace the filter;
• rupture of the fuel line. It can be detected visually by fuel leakage;
• The coil or spark plug is faulty. To determine the malfunction, you will need to check the spark on a known-good spark plug. Also, if there is no spark, you should pay attention to the gap between the flywheel and the ignition coil and, if necessary, adjust it; we also recommend reading the article why there is no spark on a chainsaw and what to do;
• there is a malfunction in the engine control button; to check, you need to disconnect the wires from the button and try to start the Husqvarna 240 chainsaw;
• strong air leaks in the carburetor fuel pump, it is necessary to check whether the carburetor fuel pump cover screws are tightened;
• The cylinder pulse channel is clogged. The malfunction can be detected with the carburetor removed;
• Incorrect carburetor adjustment. You can start adjusting the carburetor only after all other elements that are responsible for the proper operation of the engine have been checked. Otherwise, making adjustments can only cause harm;
• the reason that the engine does not start may also be hidden in a malfunction of the CPG, for example, sticking rings, scuffing of the CPG, etc. In this case, during diagnosis, complete disassembly will be required, which is best entrusted to specialists.

The reasons why the Husqvarna 240 does not start can be combined, so it is necessary to eliminate all existing Husqvarna faults. It is also very important to use only new, original spare parts during the repair process, since the quality of analogues is much lower, which also affects performance.

Why does it stall when you press the gas?

If the Husqvarna 240 starts well, but stalls immediately after pressing the gas, then the reasons may be the following:

• carburetor depressurization. It is necessary to check the tightness of the fuel pump cover screws and, if necessary, replace the gaskets, as over time they may become unusable;
• blockage in the fuel supply system. It is necessary to check the fuel line and filter;
• Incorrect carburetor adjustment.

It is necessary to diagnose and eliminate malfunctions immediately after they occur. You should not work with a faulty saw, as this will only worsen the situation and further repairs will require large financial investments.

User manual

Any configuration with a Husqvarna 240 chainsaw must include an instruction manual for this model. After reading the user manual, you can find out:

• how to assemble and prepare the Husqvarna 240 for work;
• basic requirements for the safe use of a chainsaw;
• get practical advice on work;
• learn how to properly prepare the fuel mixture and refuel;
• how to store a saw for long-term storage;
• how to adjust the carburetor of a chainsaw with your own hands;

The Husqvarna 240 manual was developed by professionals who know how to work correctly and carry out preventive measures aimed at increasing the service life of the chainsaw. It is for this reason that you should not put the instruction manual aside, but be sure to read it.

The instructions for the Husqvarna 240 saw can be downloaded from our catalog of manuals.

Operating instructions for Husqvarna 240 chainsaw

The manual is included with every Husqvarna chainsaw, regardless of the model. The document introduces the equipment owner to the tool, how to work with it, and teaches proper maintenance to extend its service life. We list the most important points of the instructions:

1. The device of the Husqvarna 240 chain saw.
2. Security measures.
3. Performance characteristics.
4. Completeness.
5. Methods and techniques of operation.
6. Preparing for work.
7. Break-in period.
8. Maintenance of the Husqvarna 240 chainsaw.
9. Trouble.

Chainsaw Husqvarna 240 X-Torq

Equipment

Along with the chainsaw, the kit includes:

• tire;
• chain;
• oil in container.

A protective case can be purchased separately.

Detailing

For carrying out preventive measures, as well as for repairs and ordering spare parts, it is convenient to use detailing. Detailing is a kind of technical passport of the chainsaw, which indicates what parts it consists of and in what sequence they are installed.

There is also information about the original article numbers of all the parts from which the saw is assembled.

Here are a couple of examples of pages with saw detailing.

Detailing the drive sprocket assembly

Frame

Starter detailing

Purpose of the chainsaw

The Husqvarna 340 chainsaw is a versatile, multi-purpose tool. It is used for cutting down trees, trimming branches, sawing firewood in private households. It is used to saw down wooden structures during construction. Copes with gas silicate blocks and a number of plastics.

The use of additional attachments turns the saw into a plane, ice auger, and even a water pump. It is not difficult to make a grinder out of a saw - a “grinder”.

Chainsaw Husqvarna 340

Owner reviews

Finally, I would like to present to your attention a real review from the owner, which was left by a buyer on our website through the comment form, after several years of using the Husqvarna 240 chainsaw.

Sergey

City: Kaluga

Intended use: Work in the country

This is already my third chainsaw, before that I bought Chinese ones. They were missing for a long time. Husqvarna 240 has been holding on for a very long time, but less than 5 for sure. There are no problems with her. I recently replaced the chain because the original one was already worn out and unsuitable for sharpening. And so, I just filled in gasoline, oil and that’s it, the chainsaw is ready to go.

I sawed everything with it, from twigs to trees about a meter in diameter. Used it at a construction site to cut out doorways. This was not a problem for the saw and it did a good job. For me this saw is a good option. I don’t know its price today, but if I needed to buy a chainsaw again, I would definitely buy the 240th. I recommend this saw to everyone I know, but some people don’t like it. This is a personal matter for everyone. As for me, the Husqvarna 240 is a completely normal saw.

Grade: ★★★★★