Chainsaw Maintenance Tips

After you've spent a few hundred dollars on a new chainsaw, you'll probably want to take care of it. Here are a few things, in no particular order, that you can do to keep your saw in top shape for years to come.

It's best to start with this step, as the vast majority of chainsaw maintenance tips need to be done with the chain off anyway. Once you have the saw open, you might as well rub the chain with a file.

If your chain starts to look rough, you may skip the whole sharpening step and replace the chain completely.

Whenever you take the chain off for sharpening, you should consider turning the bar upside down. It will greatly extend the life of your guide rod.

If your bar oiler is working properly, it should dispense oiler every time you hit the gas. Other variables also affect oil flow, such as temperature increases and decreases. In any case, oil is critical to the functionality of your chainsaw, and you should strive to keep up with it. Thankfully, most newer chainsaws include a see-through window into the fuel tank, so this one is pretty easy to maintain. When it's low, top it up.

However, as soon as you unchain the chain, you might as well look at the bar oil port. Is it clogged with oil and wood? You need to clean it out so the oil can flow freely onto your chainsaw blade. It's a good idea to grease the sprocket on the front end of the handlebar as well.

Your chain will come loose over time, so it's a good idea to check the tension frequently. A properly tensioned chain should have a little slack at the bottom, but not so much that you can pull the drive link away from the guide; the drive link should always engage the saw bar.

Be careful not to overtighten; an overtightened chain runs the risk of breaking during operation. When working, you should always play a little role in the chain.

After storing the chainsaw for a while, it is a good idea to loosen the chain tension. It's also a good idea to clean the entire saw of debris and oil before storing it.

Use ethanol-free gas whenever possible. Ethanol is bad for small engines. Some of you will use regular unleaded gasoline in your tools just for convenience. In this case, be sure to check and replace your fuel and oil filters regularly.

All pneumatic chainsaws include a fuel filter. Most live at the end of the tube inside the tank. Part of consistent chainsaw maintenance ensures that this filter doesn't get clogged with dust. If so, it makes the engine difficult to start and rough to run. To remove and replace the filter, just use a coat hanger or similar wire to fish out the tub with the tip bent into a hook shape.

After scooping out that tube, remove the fuel filter from the end of the tube. Then, cut off the very end of the tube (about 1/4 inch) to remove the portion that could be permanently widened or even damaged. Finally, go ahead and insert the new filter into the hose.

Similar to the fuel filter, repeat the same process for the oil filter located in the rod-type lube oil tank. You can clean this filter frequently with gasoline. Proceed with replacement if necessary.

Also, it's a good idea to check your spark plugs before you pack. Use the spark plug gap tool to measure the gap. Then do a good cleaning of the plug so that it can produce the sparks from combustion that will ignite your chainsaw the next time you need it.

A growing number of manufacturers are making it easier to inspect and replace air filters in chainsaws. As a chainsaw maintenance tip, changing the air filter can mean the difference between cutting or stopping the tool. Chainsaws need good airflow to function properly. Not enough air can stress the motor and cause the saw to run at a higher temperature. This can lead to premature engine wear or even failure.

Find the air filter and replace it as needed. If you tend to work in dirtier environments, you may need to do this quarterly or multiple times.

In fact, we check this often because it represents one of the basic safety features of a chainsaw. Your chain brake keeps kickbacks from ruining your day. Before you've been using your chainsaw, check that the chain brake is effectively preventing the chain from moving when engaged.

Place the chain saw on a table or ground and release the chain brake (push forward). Start the saw and squeeze the throttle to start the chain moving. Make sure your left hand is firmly on the top handle at all times, and push your wrist forward to activate the chain brake. At no time should your hand or arm be near the rotating chain. Your hand should not let go of its grip.

The brake should stop the chain immediately. If I slow down or the chain doesn't stop, take the saw to the dealer for repair or consult your owner's manual.

Also, if you don't have any plans to run your chainsaw for a few weeks, the best chainsaw maintenance tip we can give you is to dry it out before putting it away. Otherwise, you run the risk of an engine with old fuel stuck to your chainsaw. If you want to buy new chainsaw spare parts, please contact us.

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