Chainsaw maintenance basics
A few minutes of upkeep keeps a saw cutting cleanly for years.
Chain tension
The chain should snap back when pulled and rotate freely by hand. Check it cold, before every use.
Bar oil
Top off bar-and-chain oil every time you refuel. A dry bar wears fast and cuts poorly.
After each use
- Clear sawdust from the bar groove and sprocket.
- Wipe down the air filter.
- Store with the chain brake engaged.
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