Check and replace bar and chain oil regularly to reduce friction, keep the saw from wearing out faster, and to make cutting easier. Be sure to use bar and chain oil, Not regular motor oil. Gas chainsaws use about one tank of bar and chain oil for every tank of fuel, so fill the reservoir every time you fill the tank.
This is different than the oil that you mix with your gas to provide lubrication to the engine, and I’m going to describe below the importance of this task and explain how to oil your chainsaw for both the safety and care of your saw. Most saws come with a sample bottle of oil and suggestions of which oil to by- but for the most part, the oil is that same from one brand to the next. Saws are designed to feed oil as it runs, so most tanks are large enough to hold enough oil for a full tank of gas.
At Gardening Products Review, we highly recommend oil manufactured for this specific use. Chainsaw shown in this video tutorial is the Redback 40V 12″ Li-Ion Cordless Chainsaw. The bar & chain oil featured in this video is Husqvarna Bar & Chain Oil – 1 Gallon.
how to apply chainsaw oil Related Question:
How often should I oil my chainsaw chain?
Gas chainsaws use about one tank of bar and chain oil for every tank of fuel, so fill the reservoir every time you fill the tank.
Can you over oil a chainsaw?
Although a chain saw always requires the moisture that oil provides during the saw’s operation, too much oil isn’t good. When the oil adjustment is set too high, the oil is subject to drip from the chain and run down the guide bar.
Why is my chainsaw using so much oil?
What causes a chainsaw to leak oil? As the oil is pumped from the tank through to the guide bar, air begins to replace the space where the oil was previously stored. If there isn’t proper ventilation of the oil tank, a vacuum can occur and reduce the flow of oil to the guide bar.
Can I use WD40 as chainsaw oil?
No. You should never use WD40 as chain lubricant since WD-40 is NOT a true lubricant. WD40 is primarily a solvent or rust dissolver.
Do you need to oil chain on chainsaw?
You want lubrication of the actual chain against the bar. You don’t want to chain to burn – which is what might happen if there’s too much friction. Without oil, it causes frictional force on the motor in the chainsaw as well.
Can I use 10w30 for chainsaw bar oil?
As a matter of fact, you can actually use regular 10w30 motor oil on a chainsaw as one of the alternatives in case you don’t have bar and chain oil. That’s because 10w30 oil has enough thickness and viscosity that will allow it to withstand the friction that is happening whenever you are using a chainsaw.
Is chainsaw oil the same as motor oil?
Bar and chain oil is stickier than regular motor oil, so it stays on the chain longer. Motor oil flings off the chain more quickly, so if you try Terry’s tip, be prepared to refill the oil on your chain saw more quickly than with regular bar and chain oil.
Do Electric chainsaws need bar oil?
Electric chain saws derive their power from an electric source, so they don’t need fuel to run. Most gas chain saws require a premixed gas-and-oil fuel to operate properly. Electric chain saws don’t require this added oil, but the bar and chain do need to be properly lubricated.
Do chainsaws always leak bar oil?
In all but very exceptional cases there is nothing wrong with the chainsaw and what appears to be an oil leak is simply oil that has sprayed from the chain as it rotates at high speed, draining from the saw body and guide bar.
How do you adjust a chainsaw Oiler?
To increase the oil flow, turn the automatic oiler adjustment screw counterclockwise. To decrease oil flow, turn the automatic oiler adjustment screw clockwise. While always wearing heavy work gloves, grasp the chain and pull it towards the nose of the chainsaw to ensure that the chain moves freely.
How do you deep clean a chainsaw?
In a well-ventilated area, take a bucket and mix one cup of ammonia with one gallon of water. Place the chainsaw chain in this solution and let it soak for 15 minutes. Put on a pair of thick rubber gloves for protection. Then, use a soft-bristled toothbrush to scrub each section of the chain until it’s free of debris.
What can I do with an old chainsaw?
Gas and oil can be disposed of at a household hazardous waste collection site for free. Remove non-metal parts and place in the trash. Metal parts can be recycled as scrap metal.
Should I run my chainsaw dry?
Should I run my chainsaw dry? Never run your chainsaw dry, instead use a quality gas stabilizer. A stabilizer will keep fuel fresh and protect a chainsaw fuel system from damage caused by stale gas.