9. Maintenance
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CHAIN
WARNING
It is very important for smooth and safe operation to
always keep the chain sharp.
Your chain need to be sharpened when:
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Sawdust becomes powder-like.
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You need extra force to saw in.
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The cut does not go straight.
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Vibration increases.
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Fuel consumption increases.
Be sure to wear chainsaw gloves.
Before sharpening:
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Make sure the saw chain is held securely.
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Make sure the engine is stopped.
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Use a r
ound file of p
roper size for your chain.
WARNING
Appropriate gauge checker
Make the shoulder round
Depth gauge standard
WARNING
Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the
chance of kickback or tie-strap breakage.
.025" (0.65 mm)
Place your file on the chain link and push straight
forward. Keep the file position as illustrated.
After every chain link has been set, check the depth
gauge and file it to the correct level as illustrated.
Make sure every chain link has the same length and
edge angles as illustrated.
(4) Cutter length
(5) Filing angle
(6) Side plate angle
(7) Top plate cutting angle
TRANSMISSION
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The reduction gears are lubricated by multipurpose,
lithium-based grease in the angle transmission. Sup-
ply new grease every 25 hours of use or more often
depending on the job condition.
•
When adding lubricant, use a grease gun to insert
lubricant into the three grease nipples located on the
transmission.
Grease fitting
10. Storage
Aged fuel is one major cuase of engine starting failure.
Before storing the machine, empty the fuel tank and run
the engine until it uses all the fuel in the fuel line and
carburetor. Store the unit indoors taking necesary
measures for rust prevention.
11. Disposal
If you are disposing your machine, fuel or oil for the
machine, be sure to follow your local regulations.
