how to reset chainbrake on older husquvarna rancher

[Jeff]

I have an older Rancher where the chainbreak handle is attached to the cover. Somehow it was engaged with the cover off. How do I go about resetting it so I can get the cover back on?

[webgal]

Too funny, hubby and I were just talking about this yesterday. He did a whole re-enactment.

Here's the steps:
1. Lay the chainsaw on left side.
2. Take cover put it in place
3. Hold down firmly (REALLY FIRMLY)
4. Pull chain brake toward you (of course bar is pointing away)
5. The brake actuator should line up (You'll feel it click into place)
6. Put bar nuts on and test. 

Wash rinse and repeat as necessary.

[LeeB]

Been there and done that myself. Was not fun. Didn't get a t-shirt.

[Jeff]

Went out and experimented and found out I could do exactly what webgal described. 

[LeeB]

Too funny, hubby and I were just talking about this yesterday. He did a whole re-enactment.

Here's the steps:
1. Lay the chainsaw on left side.
2. Take cover put it in place
3. Hold down firmly (REALLY FIRMLY)
4. Pull chain brake toward you (of course bar is pointing away)
5. The brake actuator should line up (You'll feel it click into place)
6. Put bar nuts on and test. 

Wash rinse and repeat as necessary.

Did you have to wash rinse and repeat?

[webgal]

Went out and experimented and found out I could do exactly what webgal described. 

Glad to hear it. Hubby and I are graphic computer type people by trade, but he spent a few years at a Husky/Stihl dealership here in Laytonville and learned a few tricks. Early on he'd call me for bar and chain match ups. What a team effort!