The chain holder angle scale on the front of the
base (see Figure 25) has angle marks to the left
and right of 0°. The angle marks on the right side
of the scale are used when sharpening left-hand
cutters (see Left- & Right-Hand Cutters on Page
6). The angle marks on the left side of the scale
are used when sharpening right-hand cutters.
Angle
Knob
Figure 25. Chain holder angle scale functions.
Note: Always refer to chain manufacturer's speci-
fications when setting up sharpener. If information
is not available, use chart on Page 19.
To set up holder for top plate leading edge:
1.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2.
Loosen chain holder angle knob (see Figure
25).
3.
Rotate chain holder assembly to align mark
with scale on base that matches chain, then
re-tighten chain holder angle knob.
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Scale Mark
Chain Holder
Angle Scale
Sharpening
Operation
Eye injuries, respiratory problems, or hear-
ing loss can occur while operating this
tool. Wear personal protective equipment to
reduce your risk from these hazards.
Keep hair, clothing, and
jewelry away from mov-
ing parts at all times.
Entanglement can result
in death, amputation, or
severe crushing injuries!
Chains are very sharp!
Always wear leather gloves
when handling and posi-
tioning chains. DO NOT
wear gloves during sharp-
ening operations.
In the following sharpening procedure, you adjust
the sharpener settings to grind the correct angles
for the chain, then sharpen each cutter link one
at a time. Sharpen the right-hand cutters first and
then sharpen the left-hand cutters.
Model T28959 (Mfd. Since 2/19)