What happens if you run a chainsaw with the brake on?
If you hit the throttle hard while the brake is on, you can burn up the centrifugal clutch in just seconds. If the chain doesn’t spin when you squeeze the trigger, STOP and make sure the kickback brake isn’t on.
Should the brake be on when starting a chainsaw?
Check the Chain Brake When using a chainsaw, you should always start it with the chain brake engaged so the chain does not move.
Is it OK to cut wet wood with a chainsaw?
No, it is not bad to cut the wet wood with your chainsaw. Dewdrops, raindrops, or the snow on the wood will not cause any harm to your chainsaw. It is, in fact, much easier to cut through the wet wood than dry wood because the extra moisture on the wood will act as a natural lubricant.
Why would a chainsaw chain break?
Chain Tension If the chain is too tight or too lose it can cause a chain break. Because heat causes the bar and chain to expand. If you do it while the chain is hot, it could be too tight when the chain is cooled down and can damage the bar. So tension a chainsaw whenever it is cooled down.
How does the chain braking work on a chainsaw?
This system is designed to stop the chain within a fraction of a second. The large throttle lockout lever activates the additional chain braking feature. The right hand must be completely removed from the rear handle. This feature is designed to stop the chain within one second. Only on electric chainsaws.
How do you stop a chainsaw chain from rotating?
The right hand must be completely removed from the rear handle. This feature is designed to stop the chain within one second. Only on electric chainsaws. An additional electrically controlled braking device to stop the rotating chain when the trigger is released. WARNING: No chain brake eliminates all risk of kickback injury.
What happens if you accidentally activate the kickback on a chainsaw?
But you can accidentally activate the brake by knocking the kickback handle as you set the chain saw against a downed tree limb or stump. If you hit the throttle hard while the brake is on, you can burn up the centrifugal clutch in just seconds. If the chain doesn’t spin when you squeeze the trigger, STOP and make sure the kickback brake isn’t on.
What is a quick stop on a chainsaw?
STIHL chainsaws come equipped with a STIHL Quickstop® chain brake designed to reduce the risk of injury in certain kickback situations. Some chainsaw models have STIHL Quickstop® Plus, an additional braking feature. When handguard is in forward position, brake band is engaged.