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Anonymous Posted on Oct 13, 2012

I have a 450 X torq and it runs at high speed and wont idle down dealer told me it wasnt in the adjustment that is probably a seal on the crank. Has anyone had this problem

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The dealer could well be correct, if a two stroke engine has an air leak through a seal or gasket, it will draw air through here and not through the carb, this in turn will weaken off the mixture and cause high running at idle, there are other reasons, like the throttle flap is not closing properley, or the throttle cable is not correctly seated, remove the top cover and turn the throttle shaft manually to the idle position.

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There are two idle screws one high, and one low. Your high adjustment idle screw needs to be adjusted.

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I think a duplicate question… duplicate answer
This thread says a Jonsred 625 is a Husky 61. Post 17 by SawTroll can be taken to the bank. Everyone defers to him regarding specification questions.
http://www.arboristsite.com/showthread.php?t=103127&highlight=jonsered+625
I found an Operators manual here (no IPL):
http://www.tilton.usa.jonsered.com/node246.aspx

There are a number of model 61s starting on page 11. I suggest you contact Husky for clarification of any saw older than 2000. They may even provide the correct IPL for saw (Jonsered owned by Husky).
HusqvarnaUSA.com
http://www.husqvarna.com/us/homeowner/support/download-manuals/
Enter the 3 digit model number (no XPs, Es, just the numbers)
Serial number decode – useful when downloading IPLs and Manuals
06 1500198
06 = year produced – 2006 (single digit before 2000)
15 = week produced - March
00198 = 198th unit Husky produced that week

That said, the 61 has an outboard clutch. This will help you with removal.
R² Drive Link Outboard Clutch by Drivelink.blogspot.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdqkIuVNUQc

  1. Check the IPL for your saw to see if any special tools are needed. Poulan clutch removal tool part number 530031112 if needed. Under $5 from many sources,
  2. There are metal piston stops available, when square (almost never) with the piston top these work well, if not square they have been known to punch through the piston. I suggest a length of starter cord or nylon rope be used instead of the piston stop (retain 6" ± so you can remove it). Make sure the piston is near the top of the cylinder before feeding the cord or it can fall through the exhaust port and damage the piston as it rises.
  3. Everyone I have ever removed had a left handed thread (tighten it to loosen it).
HTH
Lou

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I think an air leak and she is running lean. Maybe time for some pressure/vacuum testing. Continuing to tweak the carburetor may camouflage a larger problem until the saw fails.

If you have more questions or need additional help please reply below and I will get back to you. Thank you for using FixYa and Good Luck. HTH
Lou

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Those saws are very finicky. First shake the saw very vigorously, as the saw running dry mayy have sucked dirt to the intake screen. Clean the plug and check gap. Prime, choke and pull till it starts. your plug may be foulled, this happens alot when a saw leans out from running out of fuel.

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  • Posted on Jan 03, 2011

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Carb adjustmwnt requires a special tool and a tacho, the saw is set from the factory for the best emmisions, however it may need a small adjustment, this should be done by a qualified dealer, incorrect adjustments can damage the engine.

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