MAINTENANCE
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Use only a low-kickback chain on this saw. This fast-cutting chain provides kickback reduction
when properly maintained.
For smooth and fast cutting, maintain the chain properly.The chain requires sharpening when
the wood chips are small and powdery, the chain must be forced through the wood during
cutting, or the chain cuts to one side. During maintenance of the chain, consider the following:
• Improper filing angle of the side plate can increase the risk of severe kickback.
• Raker (depth gauge) clearance.
○ Too low increases the potential for kickback.
○ Not low enough decreases cutting ability.
• If the cutter teeth hit hard objects such as nails and stones, or are abraded by mud or sand
on the wood, have an authorized service centre sharpen the chain.
NOTE: Inspect the drive sprocket for wear or damage when replacing the chain. If signs of
wear or damage are present in the areas indicated, have the drive sprocket replaced by an
authorized service centre.
NOTE: If you do not fully understand the correct procedure for sharpening the chain after
reading the instructions that follow, have the saw chain sharpened by an authorized service
centre or replace with a recommended low-kickback chain.
CHAIN MAINTENANCE (See Figure 31)
CAUTION:
Make sure the chainsaw is disconnected from the power supply before you work on the
saw.
Fig. 31
RAKER (DEPTH GAUGE) CLEARANCE
1/32"
(0.6 mm)
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