Saw Chain
Mechanical Timber Harvesting Handbook
36
Saw Chain Maintenance
4. Always file from the inside of the chassis to the outside as
shown below.
5. Repeat the process for the cutters on the other side of the
chain, keeping all geometries equaland finishing all cutters
from one side of your saw chain at the same time.
Sharpening Saw Chain with a Grinder
Refer to the Grinding Angles (pg. 31) or Optional Sharpening
Modifications chart (pg. 32) for individual specifications.
Setting the Vise Assembly
Set the vise assembly to the:
• Set the vise assembly
to the recommended
Top-Plate Angle A
(see page 31) and
Side-Plate Angle B
(see page 31).
• Set the grinder head to the recommended
Top-Plate Cutting Angle C. (See page 31.)
C
inside
outside
A
B
WARNING: To reduce risk of Injury, be sure to read your
grinder’s owner’s manual for instructions on how to adjust
settings, and don’t forget to wear safety goggles.
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