Shindaiwa 326T User Manual

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Place the depth gauge tool firmly on guide bar so that depth gauge protrudes. Then file top of depth gauge with 

 

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flat file until flat with top of the gauge tool.

Be sure to round off the front edge of the depth gauge.

 

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When setting of the chain is finished, soak it in oil and wash away filings completely before using.

 

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When chain has been filed on the bar, supply sufficient oil to it, rotate the chain slowly to wash away the filings 

 

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before using again.
If the chain saw is operated with filings clogged in the groove, the saw chain and the guide bar will be damaged 

 

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prematurely

If the saw chain becomes soiled with resin, for instance, clean it with kerosene and soak it in oil.

 

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A

B

Saw chain should be used with corresponding pitched sprocket. To 
identify chain type and pitch of sprocket, check as follows.

Chain type number (A) is stamped on drive link.

 

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Sprocket pitch (B) is stamped on clutch drum.

 

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Properly filed cutters are shown below.

 

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  Top plate angle

Side plate angle

Top plate cutting angle

Depth gauge

Inspect and adjust every part of the chain saw.

 

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 Completely clean every part, and repair, if necessary.

 

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Apply thin coating of oil on metal parts to prevent corrosion.

 

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Drain fuel tank, pull starter slowly a few times to drain fuel from carburetor.

 

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Pour a small amount of clean two-stroke oil into spark plug hole, pull starter 2 to 3 times, then leave the piston at TOP 

 

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DEAD CENTER.

Store in a dry area, free from dust.

 

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