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Maintenance and Safety Inspections
Service your chainsaw regularly to maintain efficiency and safety. You can perform
basic service yourself according to the service points below. For further assistance
consult with local chainsaw
expert.
1. CHAIN BRAKE Clean and Check brake function for safe operation.
2. CLUTCH COVER Clean the brake band for the chain brake. Replace the brake
band if it is damaged or severely worn.
3. THROTTLE Check that the throttle lock works and is not damaged.
4. CHAIN CATCHER Make Sure it is intact and is not loose. Replace the chain
catcher if it is damaged.
5. STOP SWITCH Check that stop switch is working properly.
6. CRACKS Make sure that no cracks appeared in the safety features and com-
ponents of the chainsaw. Replace them if they could jeopardise your safety.
If in doubt, consult local chainsaw expert.
7. BOLTS AND NUTS Check regularly that all nuts and bolts are tightened, es-
pecially on the muffler.
8. STARTER Clean the air intake, check the functionality and wear.
9. CHAIN Sharpen and check chain tension and condition.
10. GUIDE BAR Clean the holes for lubrication and chain groove. The guide bar
should be turned at regular intervals to ensure more even wear. Also file off
any burs using flat file.
11. GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION Check oiler function. Start the saw.
Hold the saw over the stump and rev up the engine. Chain lubrication is
working if there is a line of oil on the stump.
12. AIR FILTER Clean the air filter in a lukewarm soap solution. Replace filter as
needed.
13. CYLINDER Clean the fins regularly to preserve the engine's cooling function.
14. FLYWHEEL Clean the cooling fins for sustained fan/cooling effect.
15. CLUTCH Lubricate the clutch needle bearing.
16. EXPERT SUPPORT Read more about specific maintenance requirements in
the Chainsaw user's manual. For further repairs and assistance consult your
local chain saw dealer.
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