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For setting saw chains, round file (4 mm ø: 5/32”) and flat file are used.
To keep correct position and correct angle, use the file holder.
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Round file and flat file are available from your Shindaiwa Dealer.
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File cutters as below.
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Type : 91VG
HOLD FILE HOLDER LEVEL
Depth gauge
ONE FIFTH OF FILE DIAMETER REMAINS
ABOVE CUTTER EDGE
To sharpen other type chain, follow chain manufacturer’s instructions
30°
PUSH FILE AS SHOWN
Keep this angle
1/5
90°
SETTING THE SAW CHAIN
The following combinations may be used on 326T.
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IMPORTANT
Chain and guide bar gauge size must be identical. Use Bar/Chain combinations shown in table above.
IMPORTANT
If your kick guard is damaged or lost, contact your Shindaiwa dealer for a replacement.
WARNING
DANGER
Use of replacement saw chain and/or guide bar other than that specified, or operation without the “tip guard” in place,
may cause severe kickback resulting in serious injury.
Only use saw chain designated as “LOW-KICKBACK” that meets the ANSI B175.1-2000 Standard and the guide bar
specified.
*Reduced nose radius symmetrical bars (OREGON name — Double Guard)
Model
Bar Length
Low Kickback
Guard Bar
Low Kickback Saw Chain
Bar P/N
Chain P/N
Links
Type
Pitch
Gauge
326T
12”
120GPEA041
91VG-45
45
91VG
3/8”
.050
14”
140GPEA041
91VG-52
52
16”
160GPEA041
91VG-57
57