• After lowering, always file off the front corner
of each depth gauge parallel to its original
rounded or ramped shape (Fig 22)
FIG. 22
• Repeat for each depth gauge on the chain
After setting the depth gauge, sharpen the
cutters:
• Place the chain file into the file guide
• Align the file guide so that the correct top
plate filing angle marked on the file guide is
parallel to the chain (Fig 23)
FIG. 23
ROUND FILE
Chainsaw Model CS1200-091
Maintenance and Cleaning
• Sharpen cutters on one side of the chain first
Make 3-4 strokes with the file from the inside
of each cutter to the outside Use the same
number of strokes on each cutter Then, turn
the chainsaw around and repeat for cutters on
the other side of the chain (Fig 24)
• File back any damage on the chrome top or
side plates (Fig 25)
FILE GUIDE
• Keep all cutter lengths equal
• After sharpening all cutters, use the file guide
to check the depth gauges again Reset the
depth gauge if necessary
• Replace the chain and the side cover
FIG. 24
FIG. 25
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