bernithebiker
ArboristSite Lurker
I'm kind of curious how often you pros out there (and non-pros!) clean out all the gunk behind the sprocket cover, and what are the consequences if you do not.
I find that I do it about every 5 to 10 tankfuls, depending on wood conditions.
It's a bit of a pain, as it's sticky oily sawdust in all the crevices, and it takes a while, but I figure it can't be good for the chainbrake or oiling system to be too full of dust. (and it makes the saw a bit lighter too!)
I use an old toothbrush and WD40. As per Husky's instructions I try to inject grease into the central sprocket bearing, using their crap little grease gun that comes with the saw. But I'm never really sure how much is getting in there - how essential is this?
Thanks!
I find that I do it about every 5 to 10 tankfuls, depending on wood conditions.
It's a bit of a pain, as it's sticky oily sawdust in all the crevices, and it takes a while, but I figure it can't be good for the chainbrake or oiling system to be too full of dust. (and it makes the saw a bit lighter too!)
I use an old toothbrush and WD40. As per Husky's instructions I try to inject grease into the central sprocket bearing, using their crap little grease gun that comes with the saw. But I'm never really sure how much is getting in there - how essential is this?
Thanks!