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Oregon Chain Saw User Manual

Oregon Chain Saw
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This Maintenance & Safety Manual supercedes and replaces
all previous Oregon
®
Maintenance & Safety Manuals
Printed in USA
F/N A106971 AG 0904
Oregon
®
Maintenance & Safety Manual
Maintenance & Safety Manual for
Saw Chain, Guide Bars, and Drive Sprockets
Blount, Inc.
Oregon Cutting Systems Group
4909 S.E. International Way (97222-4607)
P.O. Box 22127 • Portland, Oregon • 97269-2127
(503) 653-4706
www.oregonchain.com
Oregon Distribution Ltd.
Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6L4
(519) 822-6870
www.oregonchain.ca
Read and follow all Chainsaw
Safety Warnings and
Important Safety Information.
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Saw Chain, Guide Bar and Drive Sprocket
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Oregon Chain Saw Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandOregon
ModelChain Saw
CategoryChainsaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chainsaw Safety

Important Safety Message

Highlights critical safety warnings and symbols for safe chainsaw operation.

Guard Against Chainsaw Kickback

Provides essential guidance on preventing dangerous chainsaw kickback incidents.

What is Kickback?

Explains the phenomenon of chainsaw kickback and its causes.

Be Aware of Kickback

Offers advice on staying vigilant and positioning to avoid kickback.

Wear Proper Clothing and Protective Equipment

Details the necessary personal protective equipment for chainsaw safety.

Make Proper Work Practices a Habit

Outlines fundamental safe operating procedures for chainsaw use.

Requesting Additional Manual Copies

Instructions for obtaining extra copies of the maintenance manual.

ANSI Chain Chart

Important Safety Information

Presents crucial safety guidelines related to chainsaw chain classification.

Oregon® Saw Chain Classification Chart

Details the classification of Oregon® saw chains based on ANSI standards.

Oregon® End-Use Symbols

Professional Chainsaw Use

Categorizes chainsaw chains suitable for professional logging and forestry applications.

Commercial Chainsaw Use

Identifies chainsaw chains appropriate for arborists and commercial users.

Consumer Chainsaw Use

Lists chainsaw chains recommended for homeowners and hobbyists.

Mechanical Harvester Use

Specifies chainsaw chains designed for heavy-duty harvesting equipment.

Oregon® Symbols for Periodic Maintenance

Examples of Symbol Use

Explains the meaning and application of symbols used for maintenance tasks.

Saw Chain Terms and Definitions

Oregon® Chain Terms

Defines key terminology related to chainsaw chain pitch, gauge, and parts.

Parts of a Saw Chain

Illustrates and names the various components of a chainsaw chain.

Cutter Maintenance Terms

Explains terms associated with maintaining and sharpening chainsaw cutters.

Oregon® Chain Maintenance Tools

Lists and illustrates the essential tools for maintaining Oregon® chainsaw chains.

Saw Chain Identification

1/4" Pitch Chain Identification

Guide to identifying Oregon® 1/4" pitch saw chains by part number and features.

.325" Pitch Chain Identification

Guide to identifying Oregon® .325" pitch saw chains by part number and features.

3/8" Pitch Chain Identification

Guide to identifying Oregon® 3/8" pitch saw chains by part number and features.

.404" Pitch Chain Identification

Guide to identifying Oregon® .404" pitch saw chains by part number and features.

3/4" Pitch Chain Identification

Guide to identifying Oregon® 3/4" pitch saw chains by part number and features.

Chain Drive-Link Number Identification

Chain Letter Identification

Basic Saw-Chain Rules

Rule 1: Correct Chain Tension

Emphasizes the importance of maintaining proper chain tension for performance and safety.

Rule 2: Proper Chain Lubrication

Stresses the necessity of adequate chain lubrication to prevent wear and damage.

Rule 3: Chain Sharpness

Highlights the critical role of a sharp chain for efficient cutting and reduced wear.

Rule 4: Correct Depth Gauge Setting

Explains the significance of correctly set depth gauges for cutting performance and safety.

Chain Maintenance

How to Maintain Chain

Provides general instructions and warnings for chainsaw chain maintenance.

Chain Tensioning

How to Tension Your Chain

Detailed steps for correctly adjusting chainsaw chain tension on different bar types.

Basic Chain-Tensioning Tasks

Summarizes the key tasks involved in maintaining proper chain tension.

Chain Lubrication

How to Lubricate Your Chain

Instructions for ensuring proper lubrication of the chainsaw bar and chain.

Basic Lubrication Tasks

Outlines the routine tasks for maintaining adequate chain lubrication.

Chain Sharpening

How to Sharpen Chain

General guidance and procedures for sharpening chainsaw chains.

Basic Sharpening Tasks

Summarizes the fundamental steps for effective chain sharpening.

Sharpening Chain with an Oregon® Grinder

Specific instructions for using an Oregon® grinder to sharpen chains.

Setting Grinder Angles

Details on setting the correct angles for chain sharpening using a grinder.

Sharpening with a Round File

Step-by-step guide for sharpening chains using a round file and guide.

Depth Gauge Setting

How to Set Depth Gauges

Comprehensive guide on setting chainsaw chain depth gauges correctly.

Basic Depth-Gauge Tasks

Key tasks associated with setting and checking depth gauges.

Setting Vanguard Chain Depth Gauges

Specific procedures for setting depth gauges on Vanguard chains.

Installing New Chain Parts

Breaking Out Rivets

Removing Rivets from Broken Drive Links

Procedure for safely removing rivets from damaged chainsaw chain links.

Breaking In a New Chain

Basic Break-In Tasks

Essential steps to ensure the longevity and performance of a new chainsaw chain.

Chain Filing Specifications

Micro Chisel Chains

Filing specifications for various Micro Chisel chain types across different pitches.

Super & Pro Guard Chains

Filing specifications for Super and Pro Guard chainsaw chains.

Ripping & Vanguard Chains

Filing specifications for Ripping, Vanguard, S-70, and Speed Guard chains.

XtraGUARD & Low Profile Chains

Filing specifications for XtraGUARD and Low Profile chainsaw chains.

Square-Ground Chains

Filing specifications and techniques for Square-Ground chainsaw chains.

Harvester Chains

Filing specifications for Oregon® Harvester chainsaw chains.

Square-Ground Filing Guide

Who Should Perform Square Ground Filing?

Identifies users and situations where square-ground filing is beneficial.

File Positioning

Guidance on the correct positioning of files for effective square-ground sharpening.

File Direction

Recommendations for the proper direction of filing for square-ground chains.

Gullet Filing

Specific instructions for filing the gullets of square-ground chainsaw chains.

Depth-Gauge Setting for Square-Ground Chains

Correct depth gauge settings for square-ground chainsaw chains.

Saw Chain Troubleshooting

Chain Cuts Slow, Rough, or Won't Hold Edge

Diagnosing and fixing issues related to slow cutting or poor edge retention.

Depth Gauge Issues

Troubleshooting problems caused by incorrect depth gauge settings.

Cutter or Tie Strap Wear/Breakage

Identifying and resolving issues with cutter wear and tie strap breakage.

Drive Link Wear or Breakage

Diagnosing and fixing problems related to chainsaw drive link wear or breakage.

Chain Has Tight Joints

Troubleshooting and resolving issues with tight chain joints.

Chain Cuts Crooked

Identifying and fixing causes of crooked cutting in chainsaw chains.

Guide Bars Overview

Understanding Oregon® Saw Bar Part Numbering

Explains the system used to identify and specify Oregon® guide bars.

Oregon® Guide-Bar Terms

Defines essential terminology related to chainsaw guide bars.

Oregon® Guide-Bar Maintenance Tools

Lists and illustrates the tools required for guide bar maintenance.

Important Information on Oregon® Intenz® Guide Bars

Key details and safety considerations for Oregon® Intenz® guide bars.

Guide Bar Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Oregon® Guide-Bar Maintenance

Provides essential procedures for maintaining chainsaw guide bars.

Basic Guide-Bar-Maintenance Tasks

Summarizes routine tasks for proper guide bar upkeep.

Guide Bar Troubleshooting

Diagnoses common problems affecting chainsaw guide bars and their solutions.

Replacing Bar Noses and Sprockets

Instructions for replacing worn nose sprockets and bar noses.

Drive Sprockets

Oregon® Sprocket Terms

Defines key terminology related to chainsaw drive sprockets.

Oregon® Sprocket Maintenance Tools

Lists the tools necessary for servicing Oregon® drive sprockets.

Oregon® Rim Sprockets with Wear Indicators

Details Oregon® rim sprockets and their wear depth indicators.

Installing Sprockets

Guidance on the correct installation of Oregon® drive sprockets.

Oregon® Sprocket Maintenance

Essential procedures for maintaining the longevity of Oregon® drive sprockets.

Basic Sprocket-Maintenance Tasks

Summarizes the routine tasks for proper drive sprocket upkeep.

Sprocket Troubleshooting

Diagnoses common issues with drive sprockets and provides remedies.

How a Cutter Works

Ordering Replacement Chain

Saw Chain Best Practices

Cold Weather Chain Wear

Tips for minimizing wear and damage to chains in cold weather conditions.

General Saw Chain Advice

Provides fundamental advice for optimal chainsaw chain use and care.

Oregon® Customer Satisfaction Policy

Limited Warranty

Details the terms and conditions of the Oregon® product limited warranty.

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