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MAINTENANCE
C A U T I O N
A dull or improperly sharpened chain can cause excessive motor speed during cutting, which may
result in severe motor damage.
W A R N I N G
Improper chain sharpening increases the potential for kickback.
W A R N I N G
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TOP PLATE FILING ANGLE
[XX%
correct top plate angle.
LESS THAN 30° – for cross cutting.
MORE THAN 30° – feathered edge dulls quickly.
X #
SIDE PLATE ANGLE
[XX%
HOOK – “Grabs” and dulls quickly; increases the potential for KICKBACK. Results from using
BACKWARD SLOPE – Needs too much feed pressure; causes excessive wear to the bar and
X