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1. Here you can see how it looks when a cutting tooth is blunt It is high time to Backward leaning angle The cutting tooth is filed too high up making it cut poorly sharpen the cutting teeth Notice the cutting tooth s white edge Use the depth gauge and re file the cutting teeth according to the recommendation The cutting tooth that has sawn through stone shows an irregular edge where the top This is what a sharp cutting tooth looks like layer of the cutting tooth is damaged It is important that all the damage is filed away to ensure the best possible sharpness Quick Guide to Chainsaws 21 Maintenance of cutting equipment Wear work gloves when you inspect the chainsaw s cutting equipment Check cutting equipment regularly P i J Chain tension Make sure the chain tension is correctly tensioned A slack chain may jump off the guide bar injure you and damage the chainsaw An overly tight chain tension can cause premature wear of the guide bar A properly tensioned chain should not hang under the guide bar The chain tension is correct when the chain is in contact with the underside of the guide bar and you still can pull it around easily by hand See picture Above A sharp chain The chain must always be sharp to ensure cutting that is safe effective and has good precision An easy way to keep the chain sharp is to use a chainsaw filling kit which includes a round file flat file and filling2. STOP SWITCH Check that stop switch is working properly 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 BOLTS AND NUTS Check regularly that all nuts and bolts are tightened es pecially on the muffler STARTER Clean the air intake check the functionality and wear CHAIN Sharpen and check chain tension and condition 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 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 AIR FILTER Clean the air filter in a lukewarm soap solution Replace filter as needed CYLINDER Clean the fins regularly to preserve the engine s cooling function FLYWHEEL Clean the cooling fins for sustained fan cooling effect CLUTCH Lubricate the clutch needle bearing 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 lt p Quick Guide to Chainsaws 18 Kickback protection eee with chain brake Kickback zone Bar _ Cylinder cover _ Starter handle Throttle loc
3. gauge There are other more com plex sharpening tools You can also have chains sharpened at local chainsaw dealer gt Quick Guide to Chainsaws 20 vy ee gs ae oS AA K 7 if i Quick Guide t ie eae Safety First Chainsaws are an efficient tool However it can be dangerous if used incorrectly To avoid injuries it is important to follow proper safety procedures based on the Operator s Manual of your chainsaw Even if you only occasionally use a chainsaw around the house proper safety gear is essential to avoiding severe inju ries Protective equipment cannot prevent accidents but can help reduce the level of injury if one does occur Proper safety equipment use diagram of person with all ac cessories gt Quick Guide to Chainsaws 6 Quick Guide to Chainsaws 19 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 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 CHAIN BRAKE Clean and Check brake function for safe operation CLUTCH COVER Clean the brake band for the chain brake Replace the brake band if it is damaged or severely worn THROTTLE Check that the throttle lock works and is not damaged CHAIN CATCHER Make Sure it is intact and is not loose Replace the chain catcher if it is damaged
4. gauge clearance lip has been filed down too much The cutting tooth will then cut too deeply into the wood The cut is more aggressive with high vibrations as a result The risk of kickback increases and the chainsaw is exposed to unnecessary stress gt Quick Guide to Chainsaws 22 Quick Guide to Chainsaws Who uses Chain saws Casual Chain Saw Users Homeowners and Landowners Occasional firewood cutters Campers Hunters Commercial Chain Saw Users Arborists Orchardists Construction workers Tree Suregons Farmers Landscapers Carvers Professional Chain Saw Users e Forest fighters e Pulp loggers e Big timber loggers gt Quick Guide to Chainsaws How often should the chain be sharpened A saw chain sharpness is impaired after time even if you have been avoiding cutting objects that reduce its sharpness rock soil etc The chain becomes blunt If the chain has sawn through stone it is useless and must be sharpened immediately If you use the chainsaw for much of the day it is appropriate to sharpen the chain with a file each time you refuel It is easier to sharpen a little but often than waiting a long time to file You also get better precision and work more efficiently Choosing the right bar amp chain Always use the type of guide bar and chain recommended by the manufacturer When replacing chain match it with correct specifications chain pitch gauge and number of chain drive links
5. Quick Guide to Chainsaws The essentials of a chainsaw Y YARMAND Landscaping amp Construction Equipment YARMAND About this Guide This guide 1s meant to introduce you to the basics of a chain saw Its purpose is to outline the best practices to consider when purchasing servicing and using a chainsaw Notice to reader The information contained in this guide are for general purposes only Our aim is to give you a good idea of the best ways to use and care for you chain saw Working with chainsaws can be in herently dangerous Please follow your saw s user manual for more specific safety and operation instructions This guide does not provide warranties and guarantees of any kind expressed or implied The reader assumes liability for any lt p Quick Guide to Chainsaws 2 lt p Quick Guide to Chainsaws 23 Replace the chain It is time to replace the chain when the longest portion of the cutting tooth is less that 4mm or if you find cracks Depth gauge The height difference between the position of the depth gauge and tip of the tooth depth gauge clearance determines how much the cutting tooth will cut It works much like a plane When the plane is set up with minimal cutting blades the plane takes a very little amount of wood The same thing happens with the saw chain if the distance be tween the depth gauge clearance lip and the tip of the tooth is too small It is also not good of the depth
6. alers Pros Extensive Product Knowledge i Service amp Support Selection of Parts Saw Demonstration may be avail able Product set up Personal Instructions Professional amp Robust models available Accessories amp Safety gear avail able Dealer only promotions Large Big Box Retailers Pros Cons Limited selection to certain brands Premium prices Shorter product return and exchange terms Cons Wider selection of brands x Lack of product knowledge Lower Prices and Sales Events x Limited to certain models and Convenience amp availability sizes Relatively cleaner shopping x Lack of service environment x Limited availability of parts May have some accessories x No Product set up lt gt Quick Guide to Chainsaws 16 Questions to ask before buying a chainsaw o Whatis your level of experience using a chainsaw o What are you going to be using the chainsaw for Full time professional or home use o What is the size of trees you would be felling mostly o Are you cutting hard or soft wood o How often will you be using the saw Daily once a month or few times a year o How important is chainsaw weight and ergonomics for you o How important are service and maintenance features Do you want easy access to spark plug air filter and easy chain tensioning a Quick Guide to Chainsaws 9 Personal Protective Gear L L Protective Head Gear Head eyes hearing pr
7. k 2 Throttle control Rear handle Refilling the saw chain oil Front handle Refueling Right hand guard lt p Quick Guide to Chainsaws 7 Buying a Chainsaw Buying a chainsaw can be made an easy process when you break it down to smaller decisions Gas vs Electric New vs Used primary application etc There are many options in brands styles and sizes of chainsaws Keep in mind that all saws are de signed for the purpose of cutting wood But not all Saws are created equal Make sure that you take the time to choose the best option for your type of use Most brands manufacture saws for different applica tions 4 gt Quick Guide to Chainsaws 8 Online and Catalogue Retailers Pros Low Prices Product reviews by oth ers Convenience of buying from home Wide selection of brands Cons x x x Lack of personal support No product set up Shipping time amp costs No local seller support and ser vice after the sale Purchase based on specs only without seeing the product Possibility of online fraud Buying used chainsaw Classifieds etc Pros Cost efficient No sales tax and shipping Try saw before purchase Cons x x x Lack of personal support Buying someone else s problem No warranty No support after the sale Missing safety features Chance of buying stolen goods Incomplete User Manual lt p Quick Guide to Chainsaws 17 Local Chainsaw De
8. otection Protective Jacket Upper body coverage i Protective Pants Chaps Leg protection with chain stopping material Protective Boots Steal toes forestry boots 9 Protective Gloves a Quick Guide to Chainsaws 10 yi Quick Guide to Chainsaws 15 Va Quick Guide to Chainsaws 14 Performance amp Maintenance L Approved Gas Can Approved 2 Cycle Mix Oil Bar amp Chain Oil L Saw Carrying Case isr Chain Sharpening Kit ap Quick Guide to Chainsaws cial Quick Guide to Chainsaws 12 Va Quick Guide to Chainsaws 13
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