MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTING MUFFLER
The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen. A faulty spark arrestor screen can create a fire hazard. Through normal use the screen can become dirty and should be inspected weekly and cleaned as required. Always keep the muffler and spark arrestor on your saw in good condition.
WARNING
Muffler surfaces are very hot during and after operation of the chain saw, keep all body parts away from the muffler. Serious burns may occur if contact is made with the muffler.
1.Allow the muffler to cool.
2.The spark arrestor screen is retained by the deflector. Remove the nuts and screen retainer to access the spark arrestor screen.
3.Replace the spark arrestor screen if it is cracked or otherwise deteriorated.
SPARK ARRESTOR
SCREEN
NUTS MUFFLER
Fig. 79
CHAIN BRAKE
■Remove the clutch cover and clean the chain brake components. Check wear on the brake band and replace if worn or deformed. The band thickness should not be less than 0.024 in. (.60mm), or worn halfway through.
■Always keep the chain brake mechanism clean and lightly lubricate the linkage.
■Always test the chain brake performance after servicing or cleaning. Refer to “Operation - Operating Chain Brake” earlier in this manual for additional information.
■Check and, if damaged, replace the chain catcher.
CHAIN CATCHER
BRAKE BAND
Fig. 80
CLEAN THE CHAIN BRAKE | LUBRICATE THE CHAIN | |
BRAKE LINKAGE | ||
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Fig. 81
STORING THE CHAIN SAW (1 MONTH OR LONGER)
1.Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline.
2.Run the engine until it stops. This will remove all
3.Drain all bar and chain oil from tank into a container approved for oil.
4.Clean all foreign material from the saw.
5.Store it in a
Note: Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and deicing salts.
Abide by all federal and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of gasoline. Excess fuel should be used in other
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