Husqvarna 327P5X - Manual (Page 11)

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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- Filing angle
- Cutting angle
- File position
- Round file diameter
- File depth
It is very difficult to sharpen a chain correctly without the
right equipment. We recommend that you use our file
gauge. This will help you obtain the maximum kickback
reduction and cutting performance from your chain.
Sharpening cutting teeth
To sharpen cutting teeth you will need a round file and a
file gauge.
• Check that the chain is correctly tensioned. A slack
chain will move sideways, making it more difficult to
sharpen correctly.
• Always file cutting teeth from the inside face outwards.
Reduce the pressure on the return stroke. File all the
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5
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WARNING! The following faults will
increase the risk of kickback
considerably:
File angle too large
Cutting angle too small
File diameter too small