Selecting And Fitting File; Setting Up - Stihl FG 2 Manual

Selecting and Fitting File

Use only special saw chain sharpening
files. Other files have the wrong shape
and cut and are unsuitable for
sharpening saw chain.
:
Select the round file (special
accessory) that matches the chain
pitch.
Chain Pitch Round File Ø
inch mm mm
1/4 6.35 4.0
3/8 PMN 9.32 4.0
3/8 P 9.32 4.0
0.325 8.25 4.8
3/8 9.32 5.2
0.404 10.26 5.5
1
2
:
Place the selected file (1) in the
filing frame.
:
Tighten down the screws (2)
moderately.
FG 2

Setting Up

Check the Saw Chain
: Replace any damaged or worn parts
of the chain and match the new
parts to the shape and size of the
original parts.
Clamping the Saw Chain
inch
5/32
5/32
5/32
3/16
13/64
7/32
: Place the saw chain in the chain rest
– the cutting edges must point to the
right.
:
Turn the clamping lever (1) to the
right – the longitudinal rib on the
clamping lever must face outwards.
:
Tighten down the lock nut (2)
moderately until the chain is locked
in position.
2
: Turn the clamping lever to the left to
release the chain and to the right to
lock the chain.
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Finding the Master Cutter
The shortest cutter is used as the master
cutter for filing all other cutters.
:
Use a slide caliper to find the
shortest cutter and mark it, e.g. with
chalk.
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