There won't be any drops at all for a Stihl chainsaw bar oil clogged passageway. Without lubricant, the speed at which the chain moves over the chainsaw bar can cause some serious friction.
A slowed-down chain and excessive fuel burning mean there's a lot of friction between your bar and chain , which means a lot of heat is being produced that could do major damage to your saw. A chain saw automatic oiler works by storing oil in a holding tank reservoir, pumping the oil through a plunger assembly and pushing the oil up onto the bar and into the grooves. How do you sharpen a chainsaw blade? Use the depth gauge tool and file to adjust the height of the depth gauges on the chain.
If the depth gauges are too high, the cutters can't reach the wood. Re-sharpen your chain every time you refill your chainsaw with fuel. Keep your chain out of the dirt when cutting or it will dull quickly. What kind of oil do you use for an electric chainsaw? Electric chain saws can use only bar and chain lubrication oil in their systems. These oils are specifically designed for this kind of lubrication. They are also manufactured to be safe for the environment.
Did your chainsaw fail the lubrication test? It might just be a cleanliness issue, otherwise the cause could a worn or damaged oil pump component.
In the latter case, the pump must be replaced. Keep the guide bar and chain clean : you can degrease them with diesel, petrol or a specific detergent , including concentrated degreaser supplied by Oleo-Mac. Clear any sawdust, congealed lubricant and dirt out of the oil outlet hole on the guide bar. Keep the oil pump tank clean : even if it is equipped with a filter, wipe away all dirt around the cap before refuelling. If the chainsaw has been out of action for a long time and the chain oil has solidified in the tank, rinse it out with diesel or petrol.
Pour some petrol or diesel in the oil tank and run the chainsaw for a while to flush the pump and its circuit. Empty the tank and fill it with chain oil : but if you plan not to use the chainsaw for a long time, leave the tank empty.
If all of the above is not enough, you may need to remove the oil pump from the chainsaw and clean it by hand, for example by letting it soak in diesel before drying and reassembling it. If your bar has a sprocket you will need to lubricate it also known as greasing the tip. This is a simple process and involves squeezing grease into the socket hole on the bar with the aid of a grease gun.
So there you have it. I hope you found this article informative when it comes to choosing the right chainsaw. Just remember, keep those bars oiled! Why you need to lubricate the bar When in use, there is a fair amount of friction between the chain and guide bar which can produce lots of heat.
Manual Oilers With manual oilers you need to release oil onto the chain, usually by pressing a pump button. Automatic oiler — Fixed flow With this type of oiler, lubricant is released at a constant rate from the oil reservoir on to the bar and chain when the chainsaw is operated.
Automatic oiler — Adjustable Flow Some chainsaws come with automatic oilers which allow you to adjust the flow rate of the bar oil. Features and Issues Having looked at the different types of oilers, here are some other things which you should bear in mind when buying a new chainsaw. What type of oil should be used?
And one last thing……… Many modern day bars come with nose sprockets. Recent Posts. Set on a level surface. Unscrew the cap and pour oil into reservoir — do not overfill. Screw cap back on and wipe down any excess oil. Thor Ciria Pundit. What is bar oil for chainsaw? Petroleum-based bar oil has been the standard for chainsaws. Lightweight oil is used in winter and heavier oil in summer. Manufacturers of chainsaws make bar and chain oils specially blended for their machines to extend their lifespan, but if they are not available, the owner's manual suggests alternatives.
Mafalda Solier Pundit. Why is my Husqvarna chainsaw not oiling? The first clue that the oil line on the Husqvarna chain saw may be clogged is when there's little to no lubrication on the chain. The chain may run hotter than normal without the necessary oil to cool it. Symptoms of a hot chain include smoking during cutting and discoloration of the guide bar.
Leora Arija Pundit. Why does my chainsaw leak bar oil? An overfilled reservoir can often leak oil when the saw is turned on. Check this and siphon some off if it looks excessively high. If the oil is running out via the delivery line to the bar then there is a chance that the tank vent is plugged up. If so, the chain may be running 'dry' during operation. Kelia Harter Pundit. When should I replace chainsaw chain? When to Replace a Chainsaw Chain.
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