How‌ ‌to‌ ‌Look‌ ‌After‌ ‌Your‌ ‌Chainsaw‌ 

Using a chainsaw represents a serious business, with some five deaths and a number of serious injuries caused in forestry and agriculture during the last reporting period.

What’s more, many people own and use chainsaws in the home, particularly with cordless chainsaws now increasingly popular and widespread throughout the UK.

But how can you successfully look after your chainsaw? Here are some tips to help you on your way!

#1. Check the Chain’s Sharpness and Tension

The first step should be to investigate your saw’s sharpness, to ensure that it’s capable of working efficiently and completing jobs with the minimum of fuss.

Usually, you can gauge the sharpness of the chain by the consistency of sawdust produced during the cut, as debris that is fine and more powdery in nature may indicate that the saw is blunt and needs replacing.

If you notice an uneven cut, this may mean that the cutting teeth aren’t long enough or completely fit for purpose.

We’d also recommend that you check the chain’s tension, as maintaining this helps to secure it and minimise the risk of accidents. Ultimately, the chain should move a little when in use, but it shouldn’t be able to remove links from the nose.

#2. Ensure the Chain is Lubricated

Lubrication also provides a key role in the function of your chainsaw, as this prevents the tool from overheating while in use.

You can do this simply by checking your tool’s oil levels while revving your engine near the cutting surface. Then, suspend the chainsaw over the surface, and if oil appears on the surface, your lubrication is working perfectly well.

This should be done regularly and remains an integral part of maintaining your chainsaw’s performance, and carrying it out can help to save you considerable sums of money over time. 

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#3. Use the Correct Tools for Your Chainsaw

As we’ve already touched on, you should never attempt to cut with a dull or blunt train, which is why you’ll need to regularly check the blade’s sharpness and take reactive measures to correct any issues where necessary.

However, you can also be proactive in your approach and safeguard your device simply by ensuring that you only ever use the correct tools for your chain.

For example, your sharpening kit should include a round file and a guide to be used to measuring both filling depth and angle, while you should avoid using makeshift items in instances where key pieces of kit are missing or need replacing.