Skil PS4563B-00 Manual Del Propietário página 24

5. Keep a correct sharpening angle of 30° between the file and the saw chain – see Fig. 15
and 16. Always use a file holder (available separately) when sharpening saw chains by
hand. File holders have markings for the sharpening angle.
Fig. 15
5/32"(4.0mm)
Round File
Filing Direction
6. Using light but firm pressure, perform a stroke towards the front corner of the tooth. Lift the
file away from the steel on each return stroke.
7. Make a few firm strokes on every tooth.
File all left-hand cutters in one direction.
Then move to the other side and file the
right-hand cutters in the opposite direction.
Occasionally remove filings from the file
with a wire brush (Fig. 17).
WARNING
cause excessive motor speed during
cutting, which may result in severe motor
damage .
WARNING
potential of kickback .
WARNING
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Cutter Tooth
Sharpening
Angle: 30°
A dull or improperly
sharpened chain can
Improper chain
sharpening increases the
Failure to replace or repair a damaged chain can cause serious injury .
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Left Hand
Cutters
Right Hand
Cutters