Husqvarna Clutch Lubrication

[jim112725]

Trying to figure out the proper way to lubricate the clutch drum needle bearing on a Husqvarna 440e ii which was purchased in 2021. From the manual, it appears that you don’t have to remove the clutch to do this – correct? If so, I haven’t been able to locate a grease port (to use a mini grease gun) as is depicted on many videos. Regardless, the manual says to use engine oil as opposed to grease?? The actual instructions state “lubrication involves engine oil dripping into the center of the clutch drum as it rotates.” That doesn’t sound right to me. From the manual, it appears that the oil needs to be somehow dripped at the base of the clutch where it meets the drum on either side of the springs. If that’s correct, what’s the definition of “engine oil”? That’s a pretty broad term. I contacted Husqvarna support and, although they were quick to respond and very polite, they were of little practical help. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

 

[Bob Hedgecutter]

See that hole in the middle of the crank shaft? Oil or grease goes in there and goes out through a cross drilling at about the middle of the internal face of the clutch drum needle bearing position.
I guess if the oil way is clean and clear- oil could be used- personally I prefer grease from a needle nosed applicator on a grease gun.

For engine " oil, use whatever you like- any oil is better than no oil so straight 2 stroke mix oil, 4 stroke oil, car, truck tractor oil- whatever you want to use and have at hand.

 

[jim112725]

Bob, I really appreciate your quick reply. Prior to submitting the post, I thoroughly examined the area you referenced. If you stick a wire or small nail in there, it only extends for 1/8" before coming to a dead stop. I've attached a photo showing where the hole ends. In my mind, that channel needs to go quite a bit deeper for it to reach the location of the bearing. Regardless, I tried shooting some grease into that hole with a mini grease gun just to have the grease squirt right back out. Somewhere, I saw or read that certain Husqvarna models have the feature you pointed out and some don't.

Regarding the "oil" issue, I 100% agree with you that grease is the way to go for this application.

Unfortunately, I don't know what else to do at this juncture other than attempt to remove the clutch every time the bearing needs greased?? This issue has me totally exasperated.

 

[Bob Hedgecutter]

If there is no drilling- then yes, only time/chance to lubricate said bearing is when the clutch is off for oil pump checks and or clutch repairs etc.

However, it is not a bearing that needs lubed each time the saw is started.

 

[jim112725]

Thank you again.