EGO POWER+ CS2000 Operator's Manual page 43

CHAIN MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
sharp and may contain burrs.
Only use low-kickback chains on this saw. This fast-cutting chain will provide kickback
reduction when properly maintained.
A properly sharpened saw chain cuts through wood effortlessly, even with very little
pressure. Never use a dull or damaged saw chain. A dull saw chain cutter leads to
increased physical strain, increased vibration load, unsatisfactory cutting results and
increased wear.
For smooth and fast cutting, the saw chain needs to be maintained 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 your saw chain, consider the following:
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Improper filing angle of the side plate can increase the risk of a severe kickback.
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Raker (depth gauge) clearance. Too low increases the potential for kickback. Not
low enough decreases cutting ability.
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If cutter teeth have hit hard objects, such as nails and stones, or have been
abraded by mud or sand on the wood, have the chain sharpened by a qualified
service technician.
NOTICE:
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 qualified service technician.
How to Sharpen the Cutters
Be sure to file all cutters (Fig. 32) to the
specified angles and to the same length,
as fast cutting can be obtained only when
all cutters are uniform.
1. Remove the battery pack. Wear
gloves for protection.
2. Properly tension the chain prior to
sharpening. Refer to the chapter
"ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION" earlier in this manual.
56V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS 20" CHAIN SAW — CS2000/CS2000-FC
Always wear gloves when handling the saw chain. The chain is
Top Plate
32
Side Plate
Depth
Gauge
43