I AM WARNING YOU - Husqvarna 562XP Strikes Back

#farm #firewood #recall #tools #forest #homestead #diy
It is my opinion that this ‪@HusqvarnaUSA‬ should have taken this #chainsaw off of the market. If you do your research, many people including myself love the saw but have found them to be unreliable. Further, when I myself tried to reach out to Husqvarna, I heard nothing back. This also happened with ‪@oakeymt.outdoors‬ when his new 562XP failed right away. We purchased them within days of each other.
I want to be clear, this is my most often picked up chainsaw. I love running it and want nothing more than for it to work properly. This should say something to the naysayers. I am going to have to likely take this back into the repair shop and I hope this time it is only one visit.
Here are links to all the past videos:
1st video where the saw acts up • The Day my Husqvarna 5...
Field Reset Video: • Field Reset on New Hus...
More footage: • Can The Dealer Blame M...
After 1st dealer visit: • Can Software FIX a mod...
2nd Dealer Visit: • Chainsaw Mistake? - Sh...
3rd Dealer Vist: • Repairing a Chainsaw T...
I think I have actually been to the dealer 4 times on this so far.
I have successfully used this saw in various temps:
Extreme Heat: • ONE of US Burns Up - C...
Extreme Cold: • Computerized Chainsaw ...
Recent Tree Felling: • Difficulties in Fellin...
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[@vascopires2045]

Hi I saw a Donny walker video a while back he was was working on either a 562 ora 550 what he. Found was the grounding wire that goes from the coil to the on off switch was chafed where it went through the case and intermittently shorting onto the case worth checking out he also ground the case slightly to make more room for the wires to pass after he fixed it just trying to help

[@oakiewoodsman]

something to keep in mind for sure. Maybe the wire has a small rub in it. It is at the shop at this point in time. That could surely create a "missing" type issue as a low resistance or even high resistance short could be occuring. I do remember seeing that video some time ago. Thank you for the contribution!

[@Boost_Addict]

check out how to do a field reset bud. I got a few videos going over it.

[@oakiewoodsman]

I have already gone that route. This all has a long history that has been documented on my channel. Appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Husqvarna has replaced the carb one time. It is at the dealer right now for a pressure test. No error codes.

[@matthewelwell8849]

I have an older 362 xp the only time ever having a hot start issue was when asking the saw to do more than it was intended to do. milling dry purple heart in summer temps. Have had the auto tune get confused once between extreme temp changes but it quickly tuned itself. repeated full bar cuts with a clogged air filter is asking a bit much of the saw.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Do you think this saw was getting pushed too hard? Interesting. I have wondered myself. Though I think it should be able to handle what I did

[@davidbulich1254]

I've seen other guys have issues when air filter get dirty but I've had no issues with mine

[@oakiewoodsman]

So you think the air cleaner could likely be the issue? Thanks for the input!

[@davidbulich1254]

@oakiewoodsman not positive but seen something similar with someone else even when it looks clean could be fines stuck in it causing restriction

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you

[@tedneitzel]

@@oakiewoodsman My Husky dealer couldn't stress enough about keeping air cleaner clean on these saws. He's a master saw mechanic!

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks Ted

[@larryvankirk7423]

First thing I would have done is clean or replace air filter. You were making an overload of fine dust with the hand file chain in my opinion.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you for sharing! Appreciated

[@902hand7]

Hey Oakie, when is the last time you replaced your fuel filter??

[@oakiewoodsman]

never. I bet it dont have 30 hrs on it and I think I keep my fuel fairly clean. How often do you do yours?

[@902hand7]

@@oakiewoodsman whenever I'm troubleshooting a saw that might be experiencing fuel delivery issues.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks buddy!

[@902hand7]

@@oakiewoodsman Yes, 30 hrs isn't much time on a saw but it would only take 30 seconds if you got a dirty shot of fuel in the tank to foul the filter or screen in the carb. I'd dump the fuel in the tank into a glass jar and look at it. Take the fuel filter off and blow thru it - just trouble shooting you can do yourself before you drag the saw to the dealer....

[@oakiewoodsman]

That is a good thought. I appreciate you man. Greasy Shop Rag said take it in and I was passing it today anyway. It is at the shop. I want them to find the trouble and fix it. Also, I was told I should not run it with it being questionable. Hard place to be right?

[@Matt-416]

550 does the same thing. I do believe it is the Auto-Tune. Going from smaller limbing to larger bucking, and back again... the auto-tune falls on its face. At 22:00 it sounds like the saw is heat-saturated. Those dumbass potato mufflers have so many baffles, they act like a fat heat-sink... throwing off the temperature calibration of the control module's fuel/air mixture.... If that makes any sense. The 562xp Mk 2 does the same thing. If you're going to limb all day... Fine. Buck all day... Fine. But Husky engineering design hates to do both.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Interesting input. I haven’t noticed it so much but when this saw comes back, I will pay some attention. You would think that since it tubes so frequently, it may only stumble briefly. Do you think I was pushing the saw too hard?

[@Matt-416]

@@oakiewoodsman No. Well... Kinda. You were blowing some serious dust with those chips. As everyone on earth says, "keep your chain sharp". Which is beyond valuable, as any & all internal combustion engines are designed to only run under load... Dull chain, the less load. That being said, every professional woodcutter, tree service guy, firewood cutter, and hobbyist will eventually run a dull chain. It's unavoidable when in the woods. And a saw shouldn't stumble when dealing with that occasionally. As far as the size of wood... ? Absolutely not an issue. Your bar is well within any manufacturer's guidelines... And if a high dollar premium professional saw can't pull a factory- recommended chain size through it... That's not on you.

[@oakiewoodsman]

I fully agree! Thank you for the logical reasoning there. I sure love this saw and hope it does better in the future.

[@lukasschmidt2888]

Never had any issues with mine

[@oakiewoodsman]

I hope it remains that way for you! Love running this saw and just want it to work. There is a reason why I run it so often.

[@LandFather]

saw you on Rockhill Farms the other day, and thought I'd stop by, new sub. I'm a big echo fan too.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Wow! I appreciate you coming on over here and letting me know how you got here. I am a bit backed up with footage. I don't get my stuff out as quickly as brock but I have some more unique footage from his place as well. Thank you for watching and taking time to comment!

[@LandFather]

@@oakiewoodsman I understand fully the challenges of being backed up with footage. I’ve got my next 4 videos partially filmed, and one mostly edited. It’s all a balance. Bummer the 562 has been a problem child for you. Almost bought one off FB like 3 days ago cuz it looked like a good deal

[@oakiewoodsman]

Love it when it works well very nice feeling and running saw. Actually could say it is my favorite when working 😉

[@LandFather]

@@oakiewoodsman maybe I should see if it’s still available then. I do like a nice 60cc saw, but I think I want my next one to be in the 70cc range

[@oakiewoodsman]

honestly, I would have to say stay away from it. I didn't want to be like that but honestly, as you have seen, it goes from good to bad suddenly. I feel as if a chainsaw should be robust. We require them to work in bad situations and this 562 is NOT up for the task. It is now spring time and this saw is back in the shop. Just like last time. It missed all the storm actions. My 545 and 620 did all the work while Husqvarna was shipping parts to try out.

[@TheRustyGarageandHomestead]

Mr Joe, great video showing us these issues with the saw. Im confident you will get it figured out. Its easy to loose confidence in a machine when it acts like that. Definitely makes you want to make sure you carry a backup I dont hand file very often. I try not to. There is definitely an art to it. Im sure with your persistence, you will have the hand filing down pat soon. Im not sure about the issue. It does sound like a fueling issue, but that dont make much sense since sometimes it seems to run decent. Maybe check the fuel filter. I struggle with the wind knocking over my tripods regularly. Glad its not just me Thanks Joe

[@oakiewoodsman]

Appreciated. The filing thing was interesting. I will have a video on that specifically cause it is interesting what happened. Thanks again

[@TheRustyGarageandHomestead]

@@oakiewoodsman looking forward to it Sir

[@kennytheguitarfanatic054]

Interesting about the primer bulb issue. I wonder if these 562xp saws aren't set up something like the Stihl 4 mix carbs. If the non replaceable check valves are bad in the carb they will not run right and primer will be about half full and will not prim right and hard to start and not run right. I found pump gas or ethanol fuel ruins carbs in a short time so I switched to VP canned fuel and that fixed my carb problems with all my saws and small engines.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to share. This is something I will have to explore for sure. I run 91 pump non ethanol in all my stuff. Hopefully it is not fuel related. Appreciate you!

[@cameronhamer9432]

@@oakiewoodsmanonce I start the saw , I never shut it off until it runs out of gas . A hot saw should be left idling for a few minutes until it cools down , heat is the killer of two strokes . 👍🇨🇦

[@oakiewoodsman]

thanks for commenting. So, a little backstory on this saw. There have been times when the saw is running fine and then stalls itself out not due to running out of fuel. Then it is impossible to start. That was early on in this saga. You are correct, they should idle a bit. They also should not idle through a bunch of fuel though either because that can carbon them up right? @@cameronhamer9432

[@cameronhamer9432]

@@oakiewoodsman I usually let the saw idles bit when I’ve been working it hard , fueling problems can be a pain . I ovoid anything with those stupid primer bulbs . The last Husqvarna I bought was the 365 X - tork , it’s about three years old . 800 hours or so on it , haven’t done much to it except clean the air filter and sharpen the chain . I did a video , hillside bucking , showing what it’s capable of . 👍🇨🇦

[@oakiewoodsman]

When I get some time, I will try to check it out!

[@AlwaysHomeIdaho]

I have a 562XP that I bought back in 2016. It almost immediately had hot start issues. The ONLY way I could get it to start was by taking the plug out and letting it cool off for a few mins. I took it into my dealer and they did a flash update on the auto-tune controller. Its ran perfectly ever since. I've put on the updated filter kit and a pipe. The auto-tune did its changes after and Ive even changed my mix from 50:1 to 40:1. I think it actually runs better with the new mix. The pipe helps keep things cooler as well. I haven't had a single issue once the controller was flashed/updated. I love my 562XP. Good luck!

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you for sharing your experience with your 562XP. I have been running mine every opportunity I can and so far it has been running very well. I think that the heat as you mention is the biggest issue on these machines. They made some useful changes it seems on the new Mark ii Models including reducing compression. I run 40:1 just like you and would really like to mod my muffler but I am stuck in this place of once I do that, the shop will not want to work with me any longer and the saw has not given me confidence enough to void that warranty. I would not mind trying a bolt on of some sort but as far as cutting up my factory one, I am out as of this moment in time. Thank you much for watching and sharing. Be safe! I love your state of Idaho by the way!

[@AlwaysHomeIdaho]

@@oakiewoodsman I get not wanting to void the warranty! My pipe isnt really a pipe but rather a dual ported muffler. I think it helped a bunch! The throttle is much more responsive. Ive heard great things about the Mark II models and Buckin seems to really like it. Thanks for your kind words, I love my home state very much as well but shes changin awful quickly. Many outsiders pourin in. Lemme know if youre ever over this way!

[@oakiewoodsman]

@@AlwaysHomeIdaho my wife and I went on vacation a few years back before things really took off there in Ketchum and it was fantastic. We don't ski and it was winter time so we snow shoed and all of that. In fact, I will post a link to a video. It is one of my least viewed but it is in your neck of the woods, or at least state wise. Yes, I can see how the outside influence can and will change things. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmWQe3yhg6qGipI

[@AlwaysHomeIdaho]

Hey thanks for the link. It looked like you two enjoyed your time here. Come on back anytime!

[@oakiewoodsman]

We want to sir. Thanks again!

[@fruitllop1]

is your fuel line getting kinked as there was a problem with that happening so they changed the line from a smooth pipe to a reinforced one

[@canuck7268]

I believe that was only on the 592s. I could be wrong but I got notice of it with my 592

[@oakiewoodsman]

I will have to check on this @fruitllop1. Thank you for watching and sharing!

[@oakiewoodsman]

I appreciate the input. I think this could very well could be something simple like that. @PurpleNovember

[@oakiewoodsman]

yep.. grimlins! @PurpleNovember

[@chuckwhiteman6267]

Trade it in for 562 mark ll, shouldn't cost that much if you have a good dealer

[@jimmussetter6584]

The internet is the only thing keeping Husky alive in the saw business. Guess how many of my mtronic Stihls have been back to the shop? 0

[@oakiewoodsman]

Interesting thought! Mtronics do end up in the shop. The one big advantage they have is this. The solenoid is now a affordable replaceable part included with the fuel filter and spark plug for $20 or so according to Walkers.

[@stevenmiddagh6265]

Then you are very lucky

[@Powersawjunky]

It’s a fueling issue it sounds like to me. Fines in the carb, fuel filter restricted . Something like that. The way it kinda just happened is leading me to a restricted circuit in the carb.

[@oakiewoodsman]

It seems as if there is a temperature part to this issue as well. That could be just conjecture because the last time I had trouble it seemed totally associated with temps. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@MikeFerguson-yq2jh]

Is that the electronic control messing up?

[@oakiewoodsman]

I personally believe that it is not the electronics messing up. I think that they were trying to compensate for a saw that was running too hot. This saw is probably my favorite saw run, but it was not reliable in the past. Since I have put an aftermarket muffler on it essentially very similar to a muffler mod this saw has completely changed characteristics. Everyone says That the saws run far too hot and they are hindered/hurt by that. I have always run 40 to one and all of my stuff so they are well lubricated, but with how choked up these things are from the factory they simply cannot get enough heat out of the system. I think it causes the fuel to boil. This saw can be seen running flawlessly and fantastically in my more recent videos and it just gives me a huge grin to run. Keep in mind this is not the current model out. They have made lots of revisions and have corrected the issues. This one had.

[@SomeGuysSawShop]

So I’m not a husky tech but I know they were having issues with the fuel filters on the 562/572 letting super fine particles in that can mess up the auto tune system. I’d also triple check the air filter as that hard wood is dusty when cutting so that can cause some issues. It’s hard to say as I’ve never personally had those issues but those are what the dealers have been told to watch for. Other than those and in my experience I’ve never had many issues with those saws, the early 5 series had the crank bearing issues but since that I haven’t seen anything to major. Take what I say with a grain of salt as I don’t run 5 series saws personally in my own collection and my newest saw is my new to me 390xp w😂 and I will never trade it in for a new 585/592. But no matter what great video as always brother, keep up the incredible work❤

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you for the tips and advice. This really may just be an issue with filtration. I have seen fines down in the throat of the carb before. This cutting was dusty even with new chains. I am going to have to see what I find on this one. Thank you very much!

[@SomeGuysSawShop]

@@oakiewoodsman hope that fixes it for you man

[@Boost_Addict]

Correct , we put the blue top fuel filters in now to replace the old orange ones

[@oakiewoodsman]

@@Boost_Addictthis saw is so new it came with the blue fuel filter. I purchased a couple without checking and the 562 was set. My 545 however did have the older one so I swapped it

[@jrbwoodservices8383]

I have the same issues with my 592. Many trips to the shop with it. Some days it cuts really well with no problems and other days it won’t open up. My dealer hooks it up to the computer and fixes the air- fuel ratio and it’s good for a couple days sometimes weeks then will mess up again. Really frustrating

[@oakiewoodsman]

interesting! Thank you for sharing your experience. I think that the most difficult thing about AutoTune is that they tune around trouble so much, it can be hard to tell there is trouble until it cannot do it any longer. Thank you again!

[@jrbwoodservices8383]

@@oakiewoodsman Definitely not a dirty air filter in my case. Might make 4 or 5 cuts first thing in the morning and it will act up. I clean my saws daily. The last couple of times it has acted up I just throw it back in the truck and use another saw. After a few days I tried it again and it was fine. Definitely a problem with the auto tune. Tried a new coil, spark plugs, gas filter and no luck. If I ever figure it out I’ll let you know! Happy cutting!

[@oakiewoodsman]

@jrbwoodservices8383 appreciate the information sir. Good luck on your saw. That one is super spendy!

[@ВикторКоев]

air filter has builded a wall of saw dust, clean it, give auto tune a field reset and she will be as good as new

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks for sharing. I know the filter can be cleaned but you think that it is so bad it may have been too restricted for AutoTune to tune around it? It is dusty for sure.

[@ВикторКоев]

​@@oakiewoodsmanDefinitely, because of the saw dust the autotune receive false information for the air/fuel mix.I have husqvarna 560xp and after every 2 to 3 days of work i remove the filter and blow it from inside with compressed air(best cleaning way i know).

[@ВикторКоев]

​@@oakiewoodsmanwith clean filter and sharp chain, she will cut like mine and even better(video in my channel).

[@oakiewoodsman]

it first has to be able to idle and start properly. My 545 is much more well mannered. Always works. Just what you want from a "Pro Model" saw.

[@richardbadish6990]

​@oakiewoodsman No, this is not caused by the air filter. And yes auto tune is designed to adjust to a dirty air filter. Can it help, does it need cleaned? Yes! However, it's not dirty enough to give u the problems u are having. Could be an auto tune issue. I'm interested to know for sure what u found out. Or if you've found anything out yet?

[@scotttree1]

I’ve run into something similar with my computer saws with winter fuel and warm days in the spring, saw runs great a while then won’t start, lots of pressure in tank dump/ fresh fuel cured. Other thing I noticed is your pumping primer way too fast, push 1sec let out 1sec repeat just a guess . Have seen wrong heat range spark plug once before. Other people have good ideas too. Lots to try!

[@oakiewoodsman]

Interesting topic on the fuel! This fuel was purchased when cold. Hmmmm. Thank you for the tip on the primer as well. I have a tendency to do stuff like that. Thanks for great input!

[@backyardfirewood9852]

You are using the blue fuel filter, correct?

[@oakiewoodsman]

yes sir.... the blue one. I actually bought two thinking this should have the updated one and found when I pulled it out, the original was the blue one. I did place a blue one in my 545 however. how is your 550XP? Getting much time on it?

[@backyardfirewood9852]

@@oakiewoodsman well shoot. 550 is good I guess. Haven’t been out cutting with it really. Just kinda goofing around. Was a good day today but the wind kicked up so I stayed out of the woods…. Maybe I’ll get out this weekend.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Excellent man! Be safe and hope your weather keeps improving for you!@@backyardfirewood9852

[@tedneitzel]

Sawdust in carb is my guess.

[@oakiewoodsman]

you think the intermittent nature of it could be that? I know stuff gets funky sometimes. Especially since the saw can tune around small leaks and bits. How is your Mark ii Ted?

[@tedneitzel]

@@oakiewoodsman It surly could be as it sure seems like a fuel issue. My dealer it's free to plug in and check but not all shops are. I'm pretty sure Husky updated the fuel filter for the auto tune saws to a blue one instead of the red because of fines getting through. My saw isn't the mk2 it's the 2023 562xp with the updated piston and filter system. What year is your saw?

[@oakiewoodsman]

Oh man.... I purchased less than a year ago I believe. 2022 build date I think.

[@oakiewoodsman]

came with the blue fuel filter

[@evettathompson9701]

Ihave owned and ran huskys for almost 30 years. Currently own husky, stihl, and echo. Iwould not give my echo 620 for 3 new in the box 562 huskies. Too many problems with these saws. A man cant spend hard earned money on equipment and then hope and wander if it will perform when needed. Echo 620 is the best value dollar for dollar in the 60cc class. With that said i love the stihl ms400. Super smooth, lots of power and feels like a smaller saw than it is. I would take that 562 back to the dealer and ask them to make things right.

[@oakiewoodsman]

I would love for Husqvarna to make things right. The dealership just ordered what I asked for them to order. I do not want them to get penalized for accepting my cash. You know they don't make nothing off these saws. That is why the dealer network keeps shrinking in these parts. Now, they could certainly try to go to bat for me however. That would be acceptable for sure! I wish I had options. Even ECHO dealers are closing around me. Thanks for the feedback on the 400c. Do you have a lot of time on the saw? Is it as smooth as the 562? I love the smoothness of these Husvarna saws. I was super impressed with the 372XT i just ran too. Appreciate you.

[@evettathompson9701]

I think the 400 is the smoothness saw I have ran in years. Smooth screamer!

[@oakiewoodsman]

Awesome!

[@crazyfeller5704]

👍👍maybe go with the basics- plug and fuel filter change and clean the air filter. Do them one at a time and see if you can determine the issue. Air filter is a free one- just get after it with some soap and water! Last 1/2 of the video- inability to purge or the purge not filling is a good indication of a restriction- just an FYI.

[@oakiewoodsman]

I will get to the filter for sure. Do you think it looks horrendous? I know it could be better but I wouldn't have thought this would have been too bad. Certainly needs a cleaning now. When you say "restriction" do you mean in the fuel lines or something else? Sorry, this is where I don't know anything. Thank you CF!

[@crazyfeller5704]

Fuel filter or the carb. That purge should pull it from the tank to the carb and back to the tank. If it’s not doing that, restriction somewhere or maybe a crack on the suction side.

[@barney1941]

im a stihl guy but i upgraded my 026 to a 550xp mk2 , there is a lot to be said for a coffee can full of saw parts that will leave you set for decades with no dealer help. its a fine saw but wishin i had the carb version of the 261. upgraded the 044 to ms400. all great saws but i like old school carb.. its hard to beat a flawless low hour 10mm 044. the ms 400 is fine.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you very much for your input. In your opinion, do you think this seems out of my control or caused by me directly or indirectly. My mind often thinks the worse but I know lots of different troubles can present similar issues. Thank you again!

[@SteveAmos-x7v]

the fuel bulb doesn;t have to be full and it should only be pressed in 5 or 6 times to choke it.when it fires take it of choke and she will start 2 or 3 pull. mine does its the 550 xp and i have no problems

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks for sharing. This is not an issue of education. My 545 works 100% properly. This saw has sense been worked out with a modified muffler. Works better than ever and so far no issues have come about since then.

[@hiscifi2986]

The place in the carb where the Primer Bulb is attached has a supply of air and fuel. So the bulb will always have some air in it. Remember the auto tune will tune for whatever you are doing. So if you are waving the saw around, cutting air, it will tune it for that.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks for watching and commenting. There has been some updates to this saw and I truly believe that the aftermarket muffler has made all of these weird running issues disappear. I’ve been super thrilled with how this 562 XP operates now with the steadfast forest product muffler.

[@ibbylancaster8981]

Is that a Mark 2? I haven’t really had a lot of time to run mine lately and it’s gotten really hot out here in NC lately (90+ degrees). Just wondering if it’s a Mk 1or 2. I am probably going to be running mine in the near future for some money cuts. Hope you guys are doing well out there. Much love from NC🤙🤙

[@oakiewoodsman]

We are doing well (thank you very much) and this saw is a Mark i. I have purposely left it stock so that way the factory warranty would stay intact. I am fairly certain that I am about to make some changes however. I will test and let you and everyone know in a future video. Stay safe out there and enjoy that new Mark ii! I think they have worked out the details well on that saw. Thanks for watching!

[@tarastkachuk3351]

my thoughts are that this husquarna 5 series have a weak left bearing so if you cutting laying to the left its gonna die fast... just what i heard from ppl. that one bearing its leaving its place somehave and burning that side... if its not the case i just love saws and trying to help.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks for watching and thanks for sharing. I put in the shop today. We will see.

[@bryantitus6634]

Bet that echo 620pw wont ever run like that. I know they start better than that warm too. I know my 590 is likely the best starting and most consistent running saw i own for sure. Mind you i have no self-tuners. I run saws in everything from 0-80°. I have run mostly stihl growing up and some husky and jonsereds in recent years. The echos seem to run better across wider ranges of weather and start better overall. Again, all regular carb saws.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Hey, thanks for watching and commenting. I think you are right about that. It is completely possible that the saw is trying to tune around trouble. If so, I would rather just know there is trouble. If there is no trouble and the saw is just mixed up, that is unique too. Or...... who knows what else. It is a darn shame as this is basically my favorite go to saw to run in most circumstances. Kinda does everything well...... with the exception of being trustworthy.

[@bryantitus6634]

@@oakiewoodsman even stihl die hards admit, begrudgingly, that when they are right there is no better saw in the 60cc class than the 562xp. If the auto tune 3.0 in the mk2 fixes some of these funky issues in these, then the rest of the segment is in trouble. The only downside to the 562xp is that the 362 is the lightest 60cc saw. And the 400c, which is often called a 60cc class saw even though it's 66.7cc, is also slightly lighter. The 462 weighs basically the same as the 562xp and nobody who is honest with themselves will say the 562 matches a 462. Myself, I'd have traded that husky in already. Possibly even for another 562. But those echo 620s are animals. I won't say that the echos are always in perfect tune but they seem to hold closest to being in a good tune regardless of the weather once they are tuned in perfect at your average weather. They don't seem to fall outta tune easily with weather changes as some saws do. I specifically haven't bought a 550xp (or mk2) or 261 for the exact reasons you love your 562xp.

[@oakiewoodsman]

@@bryantitus6634 for me it is all a function of weight, cost, feel and reliability. I ended up with the 562 due to the first 3 things while hoping for reliability. The 400c was really the only other consideration because it is on par in performance it seems. I did know it was lighter but I wasn’t fond of the cost. I have kinda second guessed myself since then.

[@duck-n-cover477]

@Oakie Woodsman If your saw does that again, try a forced reset or full recalibration of the Autotune. 1. Start and low idle for 5.5 minutes (this sets low jets), then 2. do a rip cut (on a log) under load at full throttle for about 1.5 minutes (this sets high jets). For some reason Husqvarna didn't include this in their operator's manual. I saw it explained by Tim Ard and David Breeden (Husqvarna regional rep) on Tim Ard's KZbin video, "Husqvarna Auto Tune Calibration w David Breeden". This is not something that should be needed frequently, but instead after repairs, extreme changes in climate or elevation, or changes in fuel type/mix used. This process has worked well for me. A clean air filter is a must. My Husqvarna saws all perform very well.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you for sharing! By watching this one video it unfortunately does not tell the whole story. I do have videos documenting the field. Reset procedure. This saw has periodically been trouble all along. It is no longer an issue with the saw because of I believe the aftermarket muffler. Everything seems to have been repaired. There was a point at which the factory carburetor was replaced under warranty because it just simply could not and would not run again all documented on video. Thank you for sharing and this is gonna be great information for someone reading the comment section.

[@em4703]

Definitely an engine load issue and heat, that chain isn't sharp and "drags" on the wood more than cuts, overrevving the engine a bit and confusing the autotune, especially on so many long cuts. Add in the "Rev Boost" feature that these pro husky saws have and there's your problem, imo, as high rpm also contributes to overheating. I dont think its an air leak or a fueling issue.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate your input and I believe it very well. Could be a heat issue as well. It seems like every time the saw has acted up. The weather was hot or I was doing a lot of cutting. Of course, in this video, the chain was not right, but that has not always been the case where the saw has Messed up. I can tell you that since I have replaced the factory muffler with a steadfast forest products, muffler the sauce seems to be a completely new animal. Thank you so much for watching and again thank you

[@bobbyhempel1513]

I never have issues with my huskies but they don't have that auto tune crap either. They all start on the 1st or 2nd pull and run great all year in all weather conditions.

[@oakiewoodsman]

This saw has been resolved and I do not believe it was an auto tune issue

[@yonmusak]

I think the fuel line might be too long. Take a look and check it’s not linked

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you for sharing. Will check for a kink.

[@jasentonguepowersaws4206]

I think the one way valve in that plunger was bad. Seemed like it was just pushing fuel back and forth and not sucking up any new. That’s why a full bulb became half bulb when pumping. Was sucking air from top of the tank in what should be return line only. Definitely sounded like a fuel delivery issue to my ears

[@oakiewoodsman]

Well, I sure appreciate you taking the time to place this in here. The bulb seems VERY soft. I am suspicious for sure.

[@zeromark202]

Air filter looks clogged. But electronic carbs can be BS. It’s probably the electronic crap.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks Mark. Got the ms-460 today and his 590 was pretty darn nice buddy!

[@smokedawg9371]

Are your rackers too high? You’re throwing saw dust instead of chips.

[@oakiewoodsman]

nope. Bad file profile. I thought I could just take a couple swipes with the round file but the tooth hadn't been "trained" yet so it actually hurt the cutting edge more than anything. First time I have had that happen.

[@tomintexas817]

You jinxed yourself saying it would do better

[@oakiewoodsman]

Right?

[@johngardner3020]

My gut feeling here is that sudden deterioration in the chain caused the computer to get confused. Not saying that malfunction is justified though because chainsaws need to be more resilient than that.

[@oakiewoodsman]

I have been wondering the same thing. Also, in my mind, I was thinking, good grief.... I have seen people burning through wood with blue bars before. I will figure it out or the dealer will. Thank you for watching and sharing friend.

[@zack6892]

Sell it find you a clean 365 special and never look back haha. That or at least go for the mkII they seem more worked out the one at my job runs pretty good. Don't think I'd trade my 300 series husky though maybe one day. Looking at the 585 myself no auto tune plus the 592 we run at work has been flawless so thinking might grab one. Hard to beat the 395 but gotta say the 585/592 seems like one of the best Husqvarna saws I've ever run.

[@oakiewoodsman]

I love that 3 series platform but when this saw runs, it is my absolute favorite! As for the MKii. I wouldn't mind but I have also stated that I am kinda fed up with the company. Reached out to them and heard nothing back. In the past that is. This saw is in the shop for the 5th time in less than 1 year

[@zack6892]

@oakiewoodsman yeah I get that the 500 series are great to run when they run good can't beat the 592 love running it at work. We had to clear a 48" diameter log blocking a creek today though and my 395 was the last husky standing so I have hard time moving away from them for that reason. I kinda got turned off to 500s though for exactly the same stuff your going through we had 3 562's go through my job and go back to dealer before they stopped buying them. The mkII still pretty new but it seems OK I would still opt for the 365 special especially if I could find one new.

[@zack6892]

@oakiewoodsman Husqvarna took a month to get me my new 395 without responding once haha. Another reason I'm hesitant to invest in a platform that necessitates dealer and manufacturers support there will be 300 series parts able to be bought online for at least my lifetime and never need to be plugged in. Think if I was going auto tune for smaller saws would be stihl the 400c kinda beats the 462 in every way and I've never had issues with the newer mtronic. Bigger saws would either go 300 series or maybe the 585 just cause they don't use the Husqvarna auto tune and that platform has great AV setup and very broad power band. Really I think the 620 is a better saw but you don't seem to run it much so my next suggestion would be the 400c.

[@oakiewoodsman]

The 620 is great but the 562XP is just nicer to use. All that is to it. However, nice doesn't solve broken. My 620 did get an oiler under warranty though. Again, I have the ECHO here and if a tree falls over my driveway with all this wind we are having, it gets to save the day while the 562 sits on the shelf in the shop again. I thought you were talking about non XT 372s. Would you recommend the 372XT? I used my buddys and liked it quite a bit. I am not opposed to the 400c though. Maybe I need to spread my wings. I just like the way Huskies operate!

[@zack6892]

@@oakiewoodsman I was talking about the 365 special it was pre-XT saw. Pretty much a Husqvarna 365 built differently then the 372 the new XT 365/372 are the exact same saw with a different cylinder. I don't mind the 372 xt though still a great saw just not as strong as the original XP. The original 365 special was on a different chassis and weights about a pound and half less then the new 365 XT since the new one is pretty much a 372.

[@petersorensson8875]

That airfilter is very dirty. I think it is the problem here! And then the saw is warm you can prime it before start if that is a airlock in the fuelsystem. Sorry for bad english. Best regards from sweden😊

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks for watching. The filter was not the issue from what I can tell. I have found that when the saw is able to let the heat out, everything works better. A Steadfast Forest Products muffler changed this saw from frustrating to AWESOME! Thank you for watching and it looks like your English is just fine for folks like me. Have a good one and be safe!

[@richardhughes5638]

Don't know, tun huskies a lot...never really use the primer button

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks for sharing

[@aaronpowell4885]

Very frustrating. If the fuel filter is clean and the fuel lines from tank to carb and carb to purge bulb are free of any pinholes, I'd be suspicious of fines in the carb potentially blocking the internal screen and/or causing an imperfect seal of the flaps on the pumping diaphragm. If you do go to your dealer, you've got great footage for proof!

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks for watching this friend. I thought it was kinda weird that it was intermittent. Last time it seemed temperature related as well.

[@mrscuba1693]

I have had no issues with my 562 I got it last fall october of 2023. My dealer did tell me with in a year to bring it back she will plug it in and see if its ok and check for air leaks thats free as long as I have the saw 1 time every year for my life time so I went back and got a 592 same thing 1 time per year she will check it out. 1 guy that has Good Fellers channel on youtube had problems with a 592 and found his fuel lines was kinked cutting of fuel he shortened the fuel line and no more trouble. You are putting out a lot of fine dust that could be plugging up you air cleaner I was never anygood at sharpening with a file I got myself Oregon bench grinder with a CNB wheel 16 years ago I will take a file with me in the wood to touch up if needed. I do a firewood business when I am home I just change the chain with 1 from the grinder. Get the CNB wheel it will last a life time and I get good results every time hope I could helped

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you very much for watching and taking the time to share. I am familiar with the 592 you are speaking about on Good Fellers. This particular 562XP had trouble nearly from the beginning. It has spent some time in the shop and Husqvarna had determined it needed a carb. I have the saw back after they found nothing to be wrong with it and I will be using it from time to time from here on out. We will see what happens. Good luck on your saws and I am very jealous of your 592! They look fantastic!

[@driftlesshunter9200]

None of my 4 chainsaws have a fuel bulb. Thus, I can't offer advice on that. I would clean the air filter & try a new spark plug. My old Poulan was acting up a few months ago. Put in a new spark plug, & it ran perfectly. Not saying that's your problem, but it's where I start with most small engines. Reading other posts, I would replace the gas filter in the tank, too. Do the air filter, spark plug, and fuel filter, and then decide to trade it in. 🙂 Hopefully, it will be fine after that.

[@oakiewoodsman]

thank you DH! Appreciate you watching yet another one. I find that this is getting a bit old. You have been here all along with the issues of this saw. I was truly thinking I was going to be good in the long run. Oh well!

[@driftlesshunter9200]

@@oakiewoodsman I don't blame you for being a bit disappointed about it all. You handle it quite well, but I would be frustrated, too. I noticed Chris from "In the Woodyard" is giving the Echo CS-7310P a try recently, even though he's been a big time Husky fan boy on his channel. I could see you selling/trading the 660 & 562XP some day. Maybe get something in between the two that would compliment your dependable CS-620PW & smaller chainsaws? I don't like owning stuff that you can't depend on, & the fact that others are having issues with the same saw is discouraging. It would be nice if Husky would offer a huge discount or trade for a replacement saw (different model). No one wants to be stuck with a lemon, nor do you want to sell one to a friend. I feel your pain my friend. It's nice that you are sharing both the highs & lows of owning a new saw with us, too! Hang in there!

[@oakiewoodsman]

the 660 went away today and I received an MS-460 OEM in trade. Excited to run it!

[@driftlesshunter9200]

@@oakiewoodsman That will be interesting to see. You've just become an Echo, Husky, & Stihl guy now!

[@oakiewoodsman]

it is great! Ran it today!

[@johnpower5526]

I had 3 562's all 3 was hot start issues and won't stay running wicked saws when they work but would never buy another one I keep my 3 series saws

[@oakiewoodsman]

So all 3 were problematic? In different ways or similar ways? My saw was found to have NO trouble by the dealer once again. Basically an awesome saw………. When it is right. 😉

[@johnpower5526]

@oakiewoodsman yes all 3 same problems decompression valve was leaking on one as well. And all saws where from 2017 to 2022 models

[@oakiewoodsman]

Interesting. Thank you for the information

[@dexterhollywood2012]

I've got 3 of them the 562 I love them

[@oakiewoodsman]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing. Do you have any of the Mark ii models? Any interest?

[@pallmall5495]

I broke my 550 XP AT saw in on Husqvarna XP 2 cycle oil. Fast forward a month and I switched to Stihl 2t. (in the orange bottle). Made 5 cuts with the 550 and it died.AT can be very picky, so maybe some high dollar Husky Pre-Mix canned gas could solve the problem.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Interesting. Thank you for sharing. Do you have another 5 series husky? If so, did it act up on the same fuel? I was kinda wondering this myself and I actually questioned that and made a video in the beginning about this very thing. I run non ethanol 40:1 Echo Red Armor in everything I own including the 545 with autotune. This saw is much more well behaved after some performance modifications. I think it truly was getting hot. Time will tell! Thanks for watching and sharing

[@pallmall5495]

@@oakiewoodsman I did not have another 5 series at the time, but was using the same gas in a Stihl 400 M tronic. It ran fine on it. The only time the M tronic gave me problems was one time I put VP Racing premix in it and it ran a little off for about 5 minutes. I am guessing the higher octane set off a code or something, but it re-tuned itself with no problems. Anyhow, good luck with your saw. A man expects trouble with a $250 saw or a flea market special, but not with a new $850 saw.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Appreciate you replying!

[@fatefarmspa]

Frustrating day for sure nothing worse then mechanical issues 😢 I will say, although the soul may only be a year old you my friend put a lot of time on your equipment maybe it’s time for a rebuild 🫣🤣

[@oakiewoodsman]

hahahaha... I bet it dont even have 30 hours on it! I kinda rotate my saws through tasks. you know, so they all wear evenly!

[@fatefarmspa]

@@oakiewoodsman yeah true I guess you do have a lot of saws, but it seems like you are always cutting something. Lmao 🤣

[@oakiewoodsman]

I just film EVERYTHING!

[@fatefarmspa]

@@oakiewoodsman you have been doing an awesome job with your videos and editing, putting in the time for sure 💪🏼

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you Tom! Excited to watch your house build buddy!

[@farmerjackson709]

Another rattly 562xp

[@oakiewoodsman]

Please explain. Some have mentioned piston slap. Is that what you are saying? Also, do all of them have this? This is how it has sounded from the very beginning. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@farmerjackson709]

@@oakiewoodsman it sounds like piston slap my 562 started doing this. I haven’t had a chance to tear it down but I showed a video of mine to the mechanic at the dealership and he said it was piston slap. As you say some have done it from day one and people have run them. They have had problems with pistons on some of the older versions.

[@oakiewoodsman]

@@farmerjackson709 this guy me is less than 1 year old and was produced just before I took delivery. Thank you for sharing!

[@starlightHT]

False air intake or the mixture is too rich in air or, as we say, poor in fuel

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you for watching and sharing!

[@Husqvarna575XP]

Your Chain is to duel, thats why the 562 is tuning to much RPM and cosign this problems.

[@oakiewoodsman]

I am not going to argue about the chain being less than optimal. I do not however believe however that this was the issue. Thank you for watching and commenting

[@Husqvarna575XP]

@@oakiewoodsman Maybe the depth limiter is to high when your teeth isn't duel. Stay safe buddy.

[@oakiewoodsman]

thank you friend from Germany. This saw has a long history. I have been cutting with it this week and so far so good. Crossing my fingers!

[@HiLineTree]

Otta tune. Older saw and a pocket screwdriver will do it for me. Auto tune or 500i. No thankyou. I’ll be the last person on the planet to need one. Keep making videos pro and con. I’ll keep cutting. 👋😄

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks for watching and sharing. I hear what you are saying. Just documenting over here to so ppl know what is going on.

[@vincentnail2881]

The saw is sucking in fines. The filter design is not good.

[@oakiewoodsman]

You think it is just a dirty carb then?

[@vincentnail2881]

Before the fine dust was flying in the air, the saw was running fine. Then forcing the saw, with a dull chain, thru the wood was horrible. Don't care if you filed the chain or not, the chain was dulle. Do your next video on opening the air box and showing how bad the fines are collecting inside of it.

[@oakiewoodsman]

So you think the saw has a poor filter design? Are you saying that by cutting with these fines that that was too many fines for the filter to keep out of the saw? I have seen fines get past the filter before on this saw for sure.

[@vincentnail2881]

Yes! Open the back of the saw up on your next video. Take a look around. Take the filter off, and look at the saw. Don't clean it out, before you make the video. Let everyone see, what you see. Doesn't matter where the debris, comes from, just show it.

[@Living-The-Dream]

Can you say “Hussssssskeeeee” 😂 like a clone…..only real 😅

[@oakiewoodsman]

hahahaha ........ hey, had this been a Stihl, I would have been forced to clean the filter a LONG time ago! 😂😂😂😂. Plus, I probably would have broken their petite light weight frame! In all seriousness, I am starting to think some of my clones have been better saws. Thank you for watching and sharing! You sure do have a nice collection!

[@Living-The-Dream]

@@oakiewoodsman you should clean the air filter after/before “normal’ use. Never had one of my saws go down for any air filter problem. Light frame…..it’s metal, and Stihl lighter then any clones or Husky of the same size. You can cut all day, even at my age. How does that go for you with the lead weight clones? Why not spend once, vs having to buy many parts to make run right/to keep up. Why spend more bucks to port a saw? Why not just buy once and cry once. IMHO…..but that’s just me. I don’t see how all the heavyweights and port work does anything for reliability or the weight, except to wear a person out, when you can get great performance,reasonable weight and be able to cut all day…..oh well, maybe one day when I get older I’ll understand why one would choose the way some choose. Most all saws cut, some cut great, many brands, I actually like Husky’s……but I buy for a specific job and try and consider all the factors when dropping hard earned cash. I don’t put monster bars on small saws, I don’t try and PEAK a saws performance while losing reliability…….nope. Just use the right saw for the job, use it hard…..put it away, serviced and clean, ready to go when needed again. Knock,on wood, have yet to have one in the shop for anything yet……and at over 70…..well that has been awhile. Enjoy your video’s and when you have run saws a few more years, well you might understand my point of view. Till then, I’ll just shut up and watch you enjoy the adventure……..you should start now…..go back and watch/listen to your first saw video’s and your view of all things saw wise. Don’t go by just what other’s say, see for yourself. Experience it yourself. oh well, I have run my mouth long enough. Oh and thanks, yes I have a few nice ones in the collection, appreciate ya saying so. If I were younger might have a big Husky or big Stihl too…..but it’s more fun to run a Vette then a Tank……having run both 😎😁 Have a Great Week Joe 👍👏🇺🇸 Rick

[@oakiewoodsman]

The 660 Clone is gone and swapped with a Stock OEM MS460. 😎😁. You know, they do say that opening up the muffler helps them last longer. Just saying! hahaha..... Thanks again Glad I didn't do it to my 562XP! Instant denial of warranty repair!

[@Living-The-Dream]

@@oakiewoodsman MS 460 is a nice powerful saw 👍😎🇺🇸

[@oakiewoodsman]

Ran it today. Was very nice. However, the air cleaner was a tad dirty for one tank! 😁 thanks again friend!

[@j.chrisbeck7492]

Ive been told more than once that the 5xx series saws basically suck

[@oakiewoodsman]

Well, my 545 has been trouble free. This one has not been so good for me however. I hope it is not something I did wrong. If it is, I will be sure to say!

[@canuck7268]

Id try a plug, filter and carb clean and if that doesnt fix it make it the dealers problem. Id be pissed if that was my saw. Its still under warranty. Make it their problem, or tell them you want to trade it in for a 562 mk2 or something else you want. I know the 592s had a bulletin for the primer hose being too long and kinking but that didnt affect the starting or running performance. I never used my primer anyways. Could also be your decomp valve leaking. Theyre known to do that. Youre a better man than me. Id have smashed it already.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Well, we will see my friend. I am going to take my time and figure out the best plan of action. I am going to start with one thing at a time and see where it takes me.

[@canuck7268]

@oakiewoodsman your saw your call obviously but sometimes we the little guy have to stand up for ourselves. I'm thankful to have a really good dealer where this isn't an issue, but it sounds like husky support down there is pretty bad you were saying. Send the video with time stamps to your dealer and the husky rep and see what they say. Again, you spent hard earned money on a "pro grade tool" that isn't working. If it's outside the scope of regular maintinance I would make them fix it. Tolls have warranty for a reason. You shouldn't be the one losing sleep over it. They know these saws are problems or they wouldn't have come out with the mk2 version.

[@oakiewoodsman]

that is the whole problem. There is no Husky Rep! I couldn't get ahold of anyone last time. I am most frustrated with Husqvarna. These saws have been plagued with problems. I just thought mine may be different or they made enough improvements it was fixed. Doesn't seem to be the case. Apparently, they don't mind having the end user be a beta tester. I may take this saw to the dealer this week because I may be near there anyway.

[@canuck7268]

@oakiewoodsman as best I can tell, the only problem child husky has is the 562, which sucks, because that's what you've got. I've heard very few bad reports on the 572 other than its peaky. It's not a dog on and rail on it saw. The 562mk2 looks pretty great from what I'm seeing, but you already have a great 60cc in the 620. It's a hard call. Does your dealer do trade-ins? Coult try trading that stock 310, the 660 clone, and the 562 in for something really nice, like a 572 or 7310 and spare bars and a bunch of chains or something. Idk. I'm just thinking out loud. I'm looking to sell off my 4010 too. 2 trips to the dealer in 1 year is unacceptable to me. The dealer will fix it but that's not the point. I'll get one of those new dewalt 60v flexvolt top handles instead. I'll clip it to the side of my new chipper 😁

[@oakiewoodsman]

that battery saw may have a perfect place in your lineup. That is where battery shines for sure! You are a dewalt man and not Milwaukee?

[@rudalphtaylor6640]

Adjust the slow idle

[@oakiewoodsman]

This is a computer controlled saw. Thanks for watching

[@jamesmorgan1024]

You might want to do what I did I started out with a spark plug , was better but not right then one day it hit me this saw needs a new coil no more problem

[@oakiewoodsman]

I appreciate the input. This saw has done some intermittent stuff in the past for sure. If you would like to see how it is running today with some mods, here you are kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnmQgGyghq6jr8U Hotstart issue is GONE and not more fast idel nonsense either. I am going to keep running it and see how it is in the long run. Thank you again !

[@jamesmorgan1024]

@@oakiewoodsman you can do what I did,cut a bunch of small diameter wood all back to back cuts, a half of a tank of fuel stop the saw get a drink tie your shoes try to start it if it starts great now try it again on big wood the same way it takes more spark on big wood hope this helps

[@oakiewoodsman]

thanks again

[@richardbadish6990]

These comparison videos are driving me mad man!(I honestly think these tests are very bad on the saws, hear me out fella'sI) noticed you guys are trying to eliminate all the variables and i honestly think you guys are actually damn near burning your saws up, just for the sake of trying to please all the viewers/fan boys who cant see their saw be beaten. But when u guys pin the throttle back wide open, and are not using the dogs and chains rakers haven't been been touched. So if u pay attention, you'll notice the engines are at a high rpm with very lil load on them. I personally feel like its probably one of the worst ways u can run a saw. Granted, we know its ok to "Stand Up & Buck" however, the chains have to be setup for that. Basically adjusting the rakers, to get the saw to pull. Not a lot but enough to keep the load on the engine when not using doggers. When you are cutting through the wood and the saws level and has factory height rakers. Youll notice theres more dusty material than chips. Thats because its not being put in a position to get a full chip on each cutting tooth. Instead they are barely grazing the wood because of how slow its going through the cut witth a very high rpm. I mean its not much different then starting it up, and pinning its ears back wide open throttle doing nothing more than spinning the chain. Itd be like putting a car in first gear and reving the hell out of the engine, vs a higher gear lower rpm. Do you understand what im saying here? Its the way that you guys are cutting that is horrible for a chainsaw. Not to mention an engines powerband is where its going to do the best at. Any engine will actually lose power after a certain rpm. So thats what im trying to say, is that by you guys running WOT with very lil to no load. You are putting the saw through hell and back! Didnt you notice in the beginning your saw was doing fairly well? If you go back and look, you were putting a proper load on the chain! You were using the doggers while cutting, during your "Warming up phase" Then you not only pinned the throttle wide open under very lil load. You then "sharpened" the saw making it cut even less, which allows the chain to spin at an even higher rpm for a longer period of time. Having a saw thats cutting powder and not using the dogs to load the saw. Will make the cut take much longer. Meaning not only is it having to stay in the cut longer, its gotta do so with the engine redlined. With no load on it, which is basically just as bad as starting the saw up, disengaging the brake and pinning the throttle wot for however long that cut took. Lets say 30seconds! You wouldn't dare free wheel the saw at WOT for that long, now would you? I honestly whole heartedly believe it burnt the saw up! You gotta remember, these saws are essentially Aircooled. And they dont have the luxury of lube splashing on their internals. Obviously its partially cooled and lubed from the fuel. But i think you understand what im getting at! My advice to you would be, screw the haters/naysayers! Use the dogs while cutting, try to use the same technique for both saws. Do like 5-10 cuts, so you can have a more accurate result. Its hard to deny the results, when they are essentially the same outcome on each cut vs the other contender. SORRY FOR THE LONG ASS COMMENT! lol, i have a hard time keeping things short and sweet. BTW ive been cutting tree's for over a decade. Ive used a lot of chainsaws. Im actually more of a stihl guy, but honestly they have came a long ways over at Husqvarna in the past decade. And ill gladly say, idt its the saws fault by itself. I trust Husqvarna more than that. Damn good saws, no doubt! Anyway Have a great/Happy easter!

[@oakiewoodsman]

First and foremost, I really appreciate the time you took and the effort you placed in this comment. I find this interesting because it has crossed my mind. Now, I do believe you may be onto something and I will find out shortly. So far the shop has told me there were no error codes. These Husqvarna 5 series saws really do not have a lot of low end and enjoy being up in the RPMs. Dogging in often yields a slower cut. That does not mean the saw was not getting overheated. Now, if these cuts were too much for the saw and it simply was getting too hot, that could certainly be the case. From my understanding, these saw do not like “abuse” or aggressive hard use on them and that can lead to bearing failure on the PTO side. Could it be that what you are saying is true and also the saw is too particular to be run in the manner you are saying. I get where you are at with the whole thing. I understand the saw was cutting with a less than optimal chain at one point. I am just thinking about all the saws throughout the years that have been used and abused with super dull chains, bad habits, etc and have stood up to the test of time from all of the companies. Interesting. Could it be that these saws are just too highly specialized to be actually used in the field? Now, again, we will see what happens in the long run. The saw originally behaved like this in smaller wood not being tested like this. It was real world. Just because it was a similar result, does not mean however that the same fault has occurred Again, thank you for taking the time to write this all out and I am certainly open to what you are saying.

[@goingfishing4659]

I have had the same hot start problems with my 562xp, seriously I will throw it away and buy something else. Never a Husky product again !

[@oakiewoodsman]

I wouldn't go that far. Check out my latest video about the issue.kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnmQgGyghq6jr8U The saw is totally working great..... after the aftermarket that is! Thank you for watching!

[@goingfishing4659]

Stop with the product

[@oakiewoodsman]

Stop?????

[@RichFife]

Sounds lean around the 7min mark...

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thanks for watching and commenting. Saw went to the shop today

[@tommysmyth254]

Your hose that goes up to you but you got a kink in it somewhere

[@oakiewoodsman]

Interesting I sure appreciate you watching. It seems as if this whole dilemma was heat related. Of course, with the chain being far from optimal in this particular video as I have mentioned, I think the powerhead was getting hot. I can tell you that I run this saw quite often nowadays, and after my steadfast forestry products muffler was mounted on here. It seems like this saw is better than ever. It hot starts like it ought to it runs, and doesn’t ever hiccup any longer, and I am super thrilled with how this all operates. I have always loved this saw, but the exception of the trouble that I had had out of it in the past. Thank you again for watching and I appreciate the comment.

[@davt8615]

555pro or a 562xp mk2 for the win bud 👍

[@oakiewoodsman]

Hey thanks for writing! Gotta check out this update video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnmQgGyghq6jr8Usi=-1fyUvD1MQtwhCuG I have been running this saw and still, these new results seem To hold true. Thanks again!

[@cydonianman]

Did you forget to touch up your rakers? Lol Edit: never mind

[@oakiewoodsman]

Hahaha... thanks for watching

[@kristinejackson8268]

I think this guy would be better off with a battery powered saw so he dont hurt himself. The only thing wrong with the saw is a dull chain.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Silly

[@rooster3019]

I feel your frusration. One big thing IS your fault. You know there is a flaw with your saw and you KEEP ON RUNNING IT. Do you ever watch Richard Flag about auto tunes, Husky or Stihl? He says if it is messing up, then STOP! Your auto tune is going nuts trying to compensate for an erratic or intermittent lean condtion. Maybe a crank seal or mating of carb to or other. Its rumming way lean beyond auto tume's abolity to control. By now, I figure you have problems caused by the basic problem and your continued use running so lean. Then again, I have no experience with a 52XP, wo what do I know??? The bulb is a "purge" bulb and pull fuel OUT of the carb, so if saw is over hearing it will pull vapor from over heated fuel or if the fuel line to the carb from tank is leakeing it can be air. I think it is fuel vapor and that is why you rum better on cool start. But. what do I know? I am not there.

[@oakiewoodsman]

well, this is the first time it has showed up in a while. The last time I shut her down immediately and that was a multiple visit to the dealer ordeal with the saw being out of commission for weeks. I then have ppl telling me to do a field reset on it. Some have suggested I would be better off if it blew up. But what do I know? Every time it hiccups, I cannot run it to the dealer. Appreciate the comment however. I do watch Richard.

[@evettathompson9701]

Its the saw, not you. I beliieve you got a dud brother.

[@oakiewoodsman]

Thank you for watching through and also answering this part here as well.

[@GrizC]

Buy a 395XP and all your modern problems will go away..

[@oakiewoodsman]

I have one and think I would rather have a 592XP instead. Just saying. Mine is likely on the tired side. The air filter is so much better on the 3 series saws but I really like the 5 series stuff! Thanks for watching and commenting. This saw has been worked out with a simple Aftermarket muffler.

[@oakeymt.outdoors]

I don't know maybe got it to hot with that dull chain. I would sell mine if I wouldn't lose alot of money on it. My 400c is a much better saw in the 60cc range saws.

[@oakiewoodsman]

dang man. At least your is running good. I think I may have a bit more time on mine especially with how long yours sat in the shop! I ran this sucker pretty hard this last summer in some big oak numerous times. Never flinched. Thank you buddy!

[@billymann5325]

TBH the saw sounds like dogshit from the get go dude-a-ruin-o!!!!!!!!!...I would of stopped before I started BUCKY!!!!

[@oakiewoodsman]

Sounds normal to me. Was running fine till it wasn’t. This saw is like a brand new saw with an aftermarket muffler. It has never run better!

[@anthonyriojas3714]

Fuel,,, Fuel,, Fuel, one day all of my saws acted up, Echo and Husqvarna. Ethanol was the problem !!!! I filter it out with water, my saws run just fine. 572xp.. Also you are asking that 562 to over work in larger trees without porting or pipe work !!!! Again,, FUEL WITH ETHANOL is the real problem.

[@oakiewoodsman]

I run no ethanol fuel in all of my small engines. All of my other saws have been no problem. This saw has seemingly been resolved by letting the exhaust breath through aftermarket parts. Runs, starts acts better than ever! Thanks for watching

[@anthonyriojas3714]

@oakiewoodsman Interesting,,,, but I will say EPA mufflers today do cause problems. My 572 would flud out when it was new. After piping all of my saws, many problems went away! Watch closely on the fuel you use, even so called Ethonal free.. Safe Cutting 👍

[@GASparky217]

@@oakiewoodsmanWould you still recommend a 562XP Mark II after the problems you’ve had? I want something bigger than a 545/550XP, but I’m not sure if I want to get a big 572XP.

[@oakiewoodsman]

@@anthonyriojas3714 thank you

[@oakiewoodsman]

@@GASparky217 certainly check out most of my content. I have quite a few nice saws and this 562 is run quite a bit. Especially in some upcoming videos. The saw is fantastic but the company is not as good to their customers as I would have wished. I did everything I could to reach out to them. I love ECHO but the saw just do not compare in terms of fun and feel. That is all that is to it. I have two brand new ECHO saws on my bench right now. Both of them are VERY good saws. I would love to have a 572. I have just come to the conclusion that Husqvarna does not back up their stuff when you are working with a small dealer. It is like they do not care. I have never dealt with STIHL on a warranty issue so I cannot speak to them. I have however dealt with ECHO and it was EASY and repaired correctly.

[@rudalphtaylor6640]

You are wasting time, you could have already a cord of wood while screwing around

[@tommysmyth254]

You got a kink in your line

[@oakiewoodsman]

Interesting. I think you are the first that suggested this. Thanks for sharing!

[@GodsBattleAx]

Sounds like shit or high water content in your fuel

[@oakiewoodsman]

if that was the case, why would it run just fine in my 545 and all of my other saws? 40:1 non ethanol ECHO Red Armor

[@joelhansen2919]

Start with a sharp chain to begin with and quit messing up a good saw,, ya fule problem send it to me,, lol not broken

[@oakiewoodsman]

This saw has a history. I fully acknowledged the chain wasn’t right. Do you know how many saws can handle a less than optimal chain?

[@johnserrano9689]

I'm sorry, but it's not the saw as frustrating as it is ad that was me originally in the same boat....it's either dirty carb due to shit air filter, fuel filter, fuel itself, need to have dealer simply flash it's limited brain, or you're not properly field tuning it. If it's anything else then you very well may have a much larger issue but 95% of the time guys are shitting on the auto tunes the truth is it's them and the so called problems aren't problems at all

[@oakiewoodsman]

I understand where you are coming from but I respectfully disagree to an extent. The reason being is that they had to change the Mark II to be operationally suitable. This saw is awesome but in my opinion, the mix of physical design and autotune capability limit its reliability. In fact, I ran my 545 yesterday and observed how it starts easily hot or cold. Does not require fast idle when hot, shares the filter and fuel filter and has autotune as well. Also, it is getting the same fuel out of the same bottle. The only difference is the saw. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@johnserrano9689]

@oakiewoodsman you're 100% correct. And again same as you not to disagree in an argumentative manner here, I just mean in short 95% of the time once you've experienced more strange happenings with the auto tunes you learn the causes and how to fix them. I had my 562 do the same exact thing after taking a large yellow birch and a big limb was stuck into another nearby tree so I needed the saw to cut the limb letting the tree fully lay safely but it was bogging and running like shit, I was out of my mind as I didn't have the time to mess with it so I threw it very hard away into the woodshed and ran my overkill 572 the rest of the cutting that day. Taking the 562 apart however I noticed the air filter was clogged worse than it really looked, taking it off to clear it out good I saw shit building up INSIDE the dam carb, after taking it off and cleaning it good AND new air and fuel filters she fired up, I field tuned her and that was 3 years ago never had another issue knock on wood. I replace my air filter every season and fuel when I think about it lol I know for a fact there's local guys very good with their saws who needed the dealer to flash their very limited chip though. Point is they're actually easy to fix persay, and when "YOU" can't the dealer can in minutes. I admit I wish you and I could flash the saws ourselves for free but wtf can't have everything

[@oakiewoodsman]

@@johnserrano9689 thanks for writing back about this.

[@johnserrano9689]

@oakiewoodsman lol man that's the best I have ever heard a guy say without saying "ya I get the point stfu already" haha I did see your video you made 3 weeks ago, seeing it after I go and text all that out Good luck with all the saws, they're ad reliable as anything else man, meaning in the end its always up to us to be a man about giving up everything and closing our eyes with only the love of our children, the reason we will fight through anything 👍

[@oakiewoodsman]

Hahahaha! That is actually not what that meant to be totally honest. More or less I just sometimes get short on time and if I have to respond on my phone vs typing on a computer, it is much more difficult for sure. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I just value everyone’s input and want to acknowledge as much as possible because the comments are never in vain. Always appreciated! Thank you again sir

[@ibbylancaster8981]

Is that a Mark 2? I haven’t really had a lot of time to run mine lately and it’s gotten really hot out here in NC lately (90+ degrees). Just wondering if it’s a Mk 1or 2. I am probably going to be running mine in the near future for some money cuts. Hope you guys are doing well out there. Much love from NC🤙🤙

[@oakiewoodsman]

Second reply, just in case you don't get the first We are doing well (thank you very much) and this saw is a Mark i. I have purposely left it stock so that way the factory warranty would stay intact. I am fairly certain that I am about to make some changes however. I will test and let you and everyone know in a future video. Stay safe out there and enjoy that new Mark ii! I think they have worked out the details well on that saw. Thanks for watching!