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7.15
Dismount the guide bar and check the oiling port for clogging.
7.16
Remove sawdust and debris from the groove in the guide bar.
7.17
Grease the nose sprocket from the grease point on the tip of the chain bar.
7.18
Reverse the chain bar occasionally to prevent partial wear.
7.19
The bar rail should always be square. Check for wear of the bar rail.
Apply a ruler to the bar and the outside of the cutter.
If there is a visible gap between them then the rail is normal.
If there is no gap then the rail is worn and the bar will need to be corrected or replaced.
7.20
It is important the chain is kept sharp for safe and smooth operation.
Always wear gloves when handling the chain.
7.21
Your chain will require sharpening when:
Sawdust becomes power like.
You need to apply extra force to saw wood.
The cut way does not go straight.
Vibrations increase.
Fuel consumption increases.
7.22
Switch off the engine and allow to cool completely.
7.23
Clamp the chain bar in a vice and check you still have free movement of the chain.
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