Some chainsaw tips
1. The chainsaw was invented to cut one type of thing: wood. Do not use the machine to cut any other material and do not allow the saw to come into contact with stones or any waste material while working. Remember, the chainsaw can run at speeds of up to 80 km/h. If it comes into contact with a stone or the ground for just a second, it can rebound with more than ten times the force.
2. Never force a cut with a blunt chain. When the chain is sharp, it almost "pulls" itself into the wood and requires almost no pressure to cut effectively. A dull chain throws sawdust, not chips, which is a sure sign that maintenance is needed.
3. To maximize the life of the chain guide and chain, always maintain proper chain tension and use high-quality chain oil.
4. Only use a saw chain with low kickback unless you have the strength and skill to handle kickback.
Kickback hazard:
5. The tip of the chain guide is otherwise known as the KICKBACK DANGER ZONE. It is well known that if this area comes into contact with wood during operation, there is a high risk of a sudden recoil reaction of the nose part.
6. Modern chainsaws are equipped with many devices that reduce the risk of this phenomenon or similar accidents. Examples include the chain brake, left-handed front grip, reduced kickback saw chain and chain guide. In order for these safety features to work properly, it is extremely important that the chainsaw is properly and accurately assembled, and that all of its parts are safely and accurately adjusted.
Sawing in the cold:
Sawing in cold weather, snow, or frozen wood can easily cause rapid wear and tear of the chain. By following the steps below, you can significantly reduce and minimize the degree of cold wear and tear.
1. LUBRICATION - Pay particular attention to the chain lube oil dosage. If necessary and the machine allows it, set the oil pump to a higher output. In this case, you may need up to twice as much chain lube oil. Choose a low-viscosity class oil with adhesion enhancers.
2. TIGHTNESS - Check your chain tension much more often!
3. SHARPENING - Always keep the cutting edges sharp. Check every hour or more often if necessary. Do not force yourself to work with a blunt chain.
4. CUTTING DEPTH - For each sharpening, check and readjust, if necessary, the distance between the cutting depth limiting eye and the cutting tooth.
5. CHAIN GUIDE - Always keep the groove of the chain guide plate and the oil hole clean. Use only wear-free, symmetrical conductors
6. STAR SPROCKET - Replace the star sprocket after every second chain change or more often if necessary.
