ECHO 4200cs Chainsaw DRIPPING OIL WHEN USED FULL SPEED?
Hi i have just purchased this chainsaw, and when i use it, it drips with oil when at full speed from under the bar clutch, is this normal ,it does not drip when not in use though.Also it does have a screw to control the flow, at the moment its on the full max flow setting ,but my dealer says it should be on this setting as it will prolong the life off the chain.
I am concerned as when i use the chainsaw it drips the oil in front of my right foot,and as a result i could slip on the oil not knowing where it is.Any help and advice would be greatful.
Regards Jon
Uhh . . . read your manual, it's supposed to do that. A chainsaw without an oiled chain is a broken chain.
Under heavy use, you'll have to fill it up with chainsaw oil two or three times per tree. Be sure to use CHAINSAW oil and not car oil or something thinner. It has to be the very thick bar oil. This lubricates the chain as it rotates around the bar and helps keep it cool (a little.)
If you think it's really too much, you can turn the flow down a little, but your dealer is in the business of selling accessories, he wants you to use up your oil faster. He is right in a way, keep it well lubricated and it will last longer. There is no "too much," but "too little" can cause the chain to overheat and break if it gets jammed.
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Chain Saw Cleaning
Chainsaws are a beautiful piece of equipment that many homeowners use. One of the biggest problems why a chainsaw does not run properly is the fact that sawdust can pack around the flywheel, chain, and air filter.
The easiest way to keep it clean is to use a air hose with a powerful nozzle. My dad made a very narrow nozzle that is about 8 inches long and it works best, but anything that can push a boat load of air will do the trick.
Depending on your own personal chainsaw the air filter needs to be cleaned or the motor will not work properly. Air will get chocked down and it can lead to fowled spark plugs and sluggish running. It will cause your chain to slow down and take forever to cut a normal piece of wood.
Always start at the area that has the most clutter and that is the chain and sprocket. I always remove the chain nut and remove the cover. Clean all areas with your air hose and make sure the oil spill is clean as well. This is the area where the oil leaves your saw and lubricates the chain. The sprocket will have a lot of dust as well and keep blowing air until the area is chip free.
Another thing I like to do is turn the chain along the bar and blow the grove as well. This helps remove chips and other clutter that might bind your chain. When you are finished with this area close it up and blow off all areas of the housing. Once you have finished with this move to the most important area.
Cleaning the the air filter is the last thing you want to clean. Cleaning this area is super easy but if you are not careful the sawdust will fill the very hole the air filter is supposed to keep clean. We take a shop towel and plug the hole before we use the air hose. Give it a quick shot of air and keep doing that until all the dust is gone.
Next take your air filter and blow the air on both sides but not directly on it. Use the air at an angle so you don't damage the filter and have to purchase another one. Once you have that area clean put the air filter back it and close it up.
Locate your spark plug area and give it a quick shot of air just to make sure no chips or saw dust is present. One last area to consider is your muffler. You are mixing your gas and 2 cycle oil therefore you will have grime build up. Keep this area clean so your motor is not stressed.
By following these simple steps your chainsaw will be thankful of your investment in care and perform at its best.
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