Chainsaws provide many years of service for very little upkeep. Taking the
time to service your chainsaw will help ensure that your equipment will not let
you down. For safety reasons, make sure you only service your chainsaw when it
is fully cooled, with the spark plug disconnected. If you are working with an
electric chainsaw make sure it is unplugged first of all. You should also wear
gloves and protection for your eyes.
For safe and effective operation having correct chain tension is necessary.
As the chain wears, significant stretching will occur. After five to ten cuts a
new chain may need to be readjusted. Separation from the guide bar or binding
into the wood can occur if the chain is loose. Premature chain and guide bar
wear will be caused by a tight chain. A chain that is well adjusted will move
easily and smoothly when pulled by a gloved hand. Binding or sagging by the
chain should not occur. The chain tension should be checked and adjusted if
needed before every use.
A manual or automatic chain oiling system is used in most chainsaws. Friction
and heat builds between the chain and guide bar without oil. The oil also helps
the individual links in the chain operate smoothly at high speeds. Check the
oiling system prior to every use.
Tighten all of the screws and fasteners. This process should be done before
every use. Before using your chainsaw each time you need to inspect the fuel
system.
After every 10 hours of use you need to clean or replace the air filter.
Byreplacing the air filter on a regular basis your chainsaw will be able to run
cooler and use less fuel.
The sprocket tip should be lubricated after every 10 hours of use. You will
know that lubrication is complete when a small amount of grease appears at the
edge of the guide bar near the sprocket.
For every 10 hours of use the guide bar should be turned. Flip the guide bar
over to promote an even wear pattern on the bottom and top of the bar. Inspect
the spark plug after every 10 hours of use and cleaned or replaced as necessary.
For every 10 hours of use the spark arrester screen should be inspected and
cleaned and replaced when necessary. The spark arrester screen prevents sparks
from leaving the exhaust port and hurting the operator or falling on flammable
materials.
The fuel filter should be replaced after every 20 hours of use. Poor
performance can result if the filter becomes clogged.
To ensure the maximum performance perform the following procedures as needed
to prolong the life of your chainsaw. Take your chainsaw to an authorized dealer
if the carburetor needs adjustment. The chain blades should be sharpened
periodically as they become dull.
