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Chain sharpening and maintenance
WARNING.
Always ensure that
the tool is switched
off and the plug is removed
from the power point before
making any adjustments or
maintenance procedures.
The chain requires sharpening
when the chain saw
does not cut appropriately, this
operation is performed as follows.
1. Extend the chain bar.
2. Fix the bar in a vice so that the chain can slide.
3. Fit the file in a file holder
(not included) and place it
over the tooth at 35
0
.
4. File forward only until all the
worn part of the tooth has
been eliminated.
5. Count the file movements
made on the first tooth
and do the same on all the
others, both right and left.
6. After some sharpening the
delimiting device on the
chain will exceed the height
of the cutting teeth, file the
exceeding part by means of
a flat file to round off the
depth delimiting device.
7. Ensure that the chain is replaced before stretching to
exceed the maximum adjustment of the chain saw bar.
8. ‘Deep’ Filing should be performed with an electric file. We
advise to use a service centre to perform this operation.
9. Ensure that the chain slides smoothly over the bar when
pulled with hands. Periodically sharpen chain and check
the chain tension.
10. Bars with sprockets need frequent greasing which can
be performed as follows:
•
Fill a syringe or similar device with grease for
bearings.
•
Each time the saw is used grease through the
hole provided near the bar tip until the grease
penetrated onto the tip.
•
After 3 times of sharpening the chain your self have
it professionally sharpened. This will ensure that all
the teeth are even.
To avoid damage to the motor, do not keep the chain saw
running if the chain is lodged in the wood.
Chainsaw maintenance
WARNING.
Always ensure that
the tool is switched
off and the plug is removed
from the power point before
making any adjustments or
maintenance procedures.
•
Always keep the air holes
clean on the electric chain saw
body. They tend to become
clogged with sawdust during
use and this affects the
efficiency of cooling, causing
overheating of the motor the
other fundamental parts of the
electric chain saw.
•
Do not operate the chainsaw
with the air intake on the
ground as this will draw foreign particles into the motor
area and damage the windings of the motor.
•
Regularly check to see if any dust or foreign matter has
entered the grills near the motor and around the on/off
switch. Use a soft brush to remove any accumulated dust.
Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes whilst cleaning.
