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Furthermore, the angles must be the same on all cutters. If angles are uneven the chain will run roughly, not in a straight line, wear quickly and break prematurely.

689BA025 KN

As these requirements can be met only after sufficient and constant practice:

:Use a file holder

Always use a file holder for manual resharpening chains (special accessory

–see Table "Sharpening Tools"). The correct filing angle is marked on the file

holder.

For checking angles

85° 70°

90°

80°

60°

30°

35°

 

KN

 

10°

0°

689BA022

Use a STlHL filing gauge (special accessory – see table "Sharpening Tools"). This is a universal tool for checking the filing and side plate angles, depth gauge setting and cutter length. It also cleans the guide bar groove and oil inlet hole.

File correctly

:Disconnect plug from power supply.

:Select sharpening tools to suit the chain pitch.

:Clamp the bar in a vise if necessary.

:Lock the chain in position by engaging the chain brake – push the hand guard forwards.

:To move the chain along the bar, disengage the chain brake by pulling the hand guard towards the front handle.

On models MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C and MSE 200 C:

Hold the hand guard in this position to deactivate the coasting brake.

:Sharpen the chain frequently; take away as little metal as possible – two or three strokes of the file are usually enough.

90° KN 689BA018

689BA043 KN

38

MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C