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4. Hold file guide level. Make sure 30
° mark on
file guide is parallel to center of guide bar (see
Figure 21). This will insure that you file cutters
at 30
° angle.
5. File from inside towards outside of cutter until
sharp. Only file in this one direction (see Figure
21).
Note: Two or three strokes with file should
sharpen cutter.
6. After each cutter is sharpened, move chain for-
ward to sharpen next cutter. File all cutters on
one side of chain.
7. Move to other side of chain and repeat process.
Filing Cutter Depth Gauges
The cutter depth gauge clearance is reduced as cut-
ters are sharpened. After every second or third sharp-
ening, reset cutter depth gauges.
1. Place depth gauge tool (.025") firmly across top
of two cutters. Make sure depth gauge enters slot
in depth gauge tool (see Figure 23).
2. Use medium flat file. File depth gauge level with
depth gauge tool.
3. Remove depth gauge tool. With flat file, round
off front corner of cutter depth gauge (see Fig-
ure 24).
After several hand filings, have authorized service
center or sharpening service machine sharpen chain.
This will insure even filing.
REPLACING SAW CHAIN
Replace chain when cutters are too worn to sharpen or
when chain breaks. Only use replacement chain noted
in this manual. Always include new drive sprocket when
replacing chain. This will maintain proper driving of
chain.
Note: For proper chain and drive sprocket, see
Replacement Parts and Accessories.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Continued
TECHNICAL SERVICE
You may have further questions about assembling,
operating, or maintaining this saw. If so, contact
DESA International’s Technical Service Department
at 1-800-858-8501.
You can also visit DESA International’s technical
service web site at
www.desatech.com.
SERVICE PUBLICATIONS
You can receive an illustrated parts list free of charge.
Send a self-addressed stamped envelope to address
on back page of this manual.
When writing, include model number and serial num-
ber of saw. You will find these numbers on saw mo-
tor housing decal.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
AND ACCESSORIES
WARNING: Use only replacement
parts and accessories described in this
manual. Use of other parts or accessories
could damage saw or injure operator.
For a list of Authorized Service Centers or Parts Dis-
tributors near you, call 1-800-858-8501 or visit our
website at
www.desatech.com.
You may purchase the following service or replace-
ment parts:
Model 107624-01, 107624-02, 107625-01,
107625-02
Part Number
Description
107704-02S Guide bar, 16" (40.6 cm)
091375-02S Chain, 16" (40.6 cm)
107713-01 Drive Sprocket
REPAIR SERVICE
Note: Only use original replacement parts. This will
protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced
under warranty.
Each authorized service center is independently
owned and operated. For additional service center
or warranty information, call 1-800-858-8501.
WARRANTY SERVICE
If saw requires warranty service, return it to nearest
authorized service center. You must show proof of
purchase. If faulty materials or workmanship caused
damage, we will replace saw without charge.
NON-WARRANTY SERVICE
If saw requires service, return it to nearest autho-
rized service center. Repairs will be billed to you at
regular repair list prices.
Note: Normal wear, mis-
use, abuse, neglect, or accidental damage is not cov-
ered under warranty.
STORAGE
If storing saw for more than 30 days, follow steps below.
1. Drain oil tank.
2. Remove and clean guide bar and chain. Clean
guide bar and chain by soaking in petroleum
based solvent or mild soap and water mixture.
3. Dry guide bar and chain.
4. Place chain in container filled with oil. This will
prevent rust.
5. Wipe a thin coating of oil over surface of guide bar.
6. Wipe off outside of saw body. Do this with soft cloth
dampened with a mild soap and water mixture.
7. Store chain saw
• in a high or locked place, out of children’s reach
• in a dry place
• in a carrying case or with scabbard over guide bar