56V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS CHAIN SAW42
7. Make a few firm strokes on every
tooth. File all left hand cutters in one
direction. Then move to the other
side and file the right hand cutters in
the opposite direction. Occasionally
remove filings from the file with a
wire brush (Fig. 32).
WARNING:
A dull or improperly
sharpened chain can cause excessive
motor speed during cutting, which may
result in severe motor damage.
WARNING:
Improper chain sharpening increases the potential of kickback.
WARNING:
Failure to replace or repair a damaged chain can cause serious injury.
Top Plate Sharpening
Angles (Fig. 33)
CORRECT 30°- This optimal angle
can be obtained only when the
specified files and proper setting
are used. File holders are marked
with guide marks to align the file
properly to produce the correct top
plate angle.
LESS THAN 30°- The tooth is too dull for cutting.
MORE THAN 30°- The edge of the cutting tooth is feathered and dulls quickly.
30°
33
CORRECT INCORRECT
LESS THAN 30° MORE THAN 30°
INCORRECT
Top Plate Sharpening Angles
32
Left Hand
Cutters
Right Hand
Cutters
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