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Ironton 57518 Owner's Manual

12v chainsaw sharpener – bar mount
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12V Chainsaw Sharpener – Bar Mount
Owner's Manual
WARNING:
Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety
precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Item #57518
READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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  • Page 1 12V Chainsaw Sharpener – Bar Mount Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury. Item #57518 READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2 Thank you very much for choosing an Ironton™ product! For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below: Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________ Purchase Date: ____________________________________________ Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Intended Use ............................4 Technical Specifications ........................4 Important Safety Information ....................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings ....................... 6 Grounding .............................. 6 Extension Cords ............................ 7 Main Parts of Sharpener ........................8 Assembly Instructions .......................... 8 Before Each Use ..........................12 Operating Instructions ........................

  • Page 4: Intended Use

    Intended Use This Ironton 12 Volt Chainsaw Sharpener with Bar Mount can be powered by any 12V battery and runs at 4200 RPM. It features a high-impact motor housing that is designed to stay cool during use. Includes 4-1/4" x1/8" grinding wheel with 7/8" arbor.
  • Page 5  Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow children to handle the product. ⚠WARNING PERSONAL SAFETY  Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.

  • Page 6: Specific Operation Warnings

    another tool. Never use an accessory that has a lower operating speed or operating pressure than the tool itself.  Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the product without the guards in place.  Do not leave the tool running unattended. Specific Operation Warnings ⚠WARNING FOR SHARPENER...

  • Page 7: Extension Cords

    grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.  DO NOT MODIFY THE PROVIDED PLUG. If it will not fit the receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

  • Page 8: Main Parts Of Sharpener

     USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and cause overheating.
  • Page 9 2. While holding the grinder assemblies, guide plates in the proper position, tighten the mounting screw knob to secure the unit to the chainsaw bar. Adjust the left and right guide plate adjustment screws to the desired tension. Move the saw chain along the bar to make sure guide plates are not over-tightened.
  • Page 10 4. Position the cutter to be ground (left or right) into the appropriate grind position. See photo: 5. Move the chain stop into the proper position by loosening finger wheel nut on back end of unit and sliding the stop forward or backwards depending on current position. See photo: 6.
  • Page 11 9. Lower the grind head/wheel into the grind position and grind the chain cutter. 10. After grind is complete, allow the grind head/wheel to raise to the upper rest position. 11. Using caution, pull the saw chain forward on the bar until the next cutter to be ground is in the appropriate position.

  • Page 12: Before Each Use

    Before Each Use ⚠WARNING  Double check the lock nut for correct, secure grinding-stone installation before each use. Operating Instructions ⚠WARNING FOR SHARPENER  Wear ANSI Z87.1 compliant safety goggles.  Do not use grinding wheels that have a max RPM less than the marked RPM rating on the tool. ...

  • Page 13: After Each Use

    cutter only. FOR GRINDING DISC  Do not exceed rated speed.  Always wear the proper personal protective equipment including eyewear, ear protection, and facemasks.  Do not use if wheel is damaged.  Do not overtighten mounting nut.  Always ensure the appropriate guards are installed.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

     Replace the grinding wheel once it has worn down to a diameter of 3". Maintenance ⚠WARNING  Do not use on any other objects other than a chainsaw.  Place it in a dry and clean place. Maintain the sharpener by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the following recommended procedures.

  • Page 15: Parts Diagram

    Performance Keep cutting accessories sharp. decreases Accessory dull or damaged. Replace as needed. over time. Excessive noise Internal damage or wear. Have technician service tool. or rattling. Parts Diagram Parts List Reference Part Description Quantity Aluminum Arbor Retro Fit Kit Plastic Flange Outer Plastic Guard/Shield Stop Spring...

  • Page 16: Replacement Parts

    Reference Part Description Quantity Jaw Plate Adjustment Knob, Jaw Plate/Stop Tension Spring, Jaw Plate/Stop Swivel Extension Block Cord and Clamp Motor Assembly Replacement Parts  For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381.  Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence.

  • Page 17: Limited Warranty

    Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or ''Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only (''You'' or ''Your'') that the Ironton product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of 90 days from date of purchase.
  • Page 18 Distributed by: Northern Tool & Equipment Company, Inc. Burnsville, Minnesota 55306 www.northerntool.com Made in China. Page 18 of 18...

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