model no. 054-5756-6 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 model no. 054-5756-6 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218
33
TOP PLATE FILING ANGLE
• CORRECT 30°: file holders are marked with guide marks to align file properly to
produce correct top plate angle.
• LESS THAN 30°: for cross cutting.
• MORE THAN 30°: feathered edge dulls quickly.
Top place filling angle
Side plate filling angle
Correct
Incorrect
Incorrect
Less than 30°
Hook Backward slope
More than 30°
SIDE PLATE ANGLE
• Correct 80°: Produced automatically if you use the correct diameter file in the file holder.
• Hook: “Grabs” and dulls quickly; increases the potential of kickback. Results from using a
file with a diameter too small or a file held too low.
• Backward Slopez: Needs too much feed pressure; causes excessive wear to the bar and
chain. Results from using a file with a diameter too large or file held too high.
Raker (depth gauge) clearance
1/32”
(0.6 mm)
MAINTENANCE