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Fig. 8
WARNING: A sharp chain produces welldefined chips. When your chain starts to produce
sawdust,
it is
time to sharpen.
After every 3-4 times the cutters have been sharpened you need to check the height of the depth gauges and, if necessary, lower them
using the flat file and template supplied optional, then round off the front corner. (Fig. 10)
WARNING: Proper adjustment of the depth gauge is as important as proper sharpening of the chain.
LOW-KICKBACK SAW CHAIN?
•
WHAT IS A
A low-kickback saw chain is a chain which has met the kickback performance requirements of ISO 9518. By keeping the chain brake
and saw chain in good working condition and correctly serviced as recommended in this manual, you will be able to maintain the safety
system of your chain saw over the life of the product.
WARNING: Never remove, modify or make
inoperative any safety device furnished with your unit. The
Chain Brake/Hand Guard and
low-kickback saw chain are major safety features provided for your
protection.
WARNING: Always wear heavy duty protection work gloves and disconnect the extension cord when
working on the saw chain.
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CHAIN TENSION
Check the chain tension frequently and adjust as often as necessary to keep the chain snug on the bar, but loose enough to be pulled
around by hand. (See Section
SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT
).
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BREAKING IN A NEW SAW CHAIN
A new chain and bar will need readjustment after as few as 5 cuts. This is normal during the break-in period, and the interval between
future adjustments will begin to lengthen quickly.
Over a period of time, however, the moving parts of the saw chain will become worn, resulting in what is called
CHAIN STRETCH.
This
is normal. When it is no longer possible to obtain correct chain tension adjustment, a link will have to be removed to shorten the chain.
WARNING: Never have more than 3 links removed from a loop of chain this could cause damage to the
sprocket.
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CHAIN LUBRICATION
Always make sure the automatic oiler system is working properly. Keep the oil tank filled with Talon Chain, Bar and Sprocket Oil.
Adequate lubrication of the bar and chain during cutting operations is essential to minimize friction with the guide bar.
Never starve the bar and chain of lubricating oil. Running the saw dry or with too little oil will decrease rapid cutting efficiency, shorten
saw chain life, cause rapid dulling of the chain, and lead to excessive wear of the bar from overheating. Too little oil is evidenced by smoke
or bar discoloration.
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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
SERVICING A DOUBLE INSULATED APPLIANCE
In this double insulated appliance, 2 systems of insulation,instead of grounding, are provided. No grounding means is provided on a
double insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. No serviceable parts are inside. A double
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