Operator`s manual

Saw Chain

HOW TO SET DEPTH GAUGES (CONTINUED)

4. If the depth gauge extends above the slot, file the

depth gauge down level with the top of the tool

using a flat file.

Never file the depth gauge down

so far that you exceed the depth-gauge setting

specified in this manual for your Oregon

chain.

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Do not file or alter the tops of kickback-reducing

bumper tie straps or bumper drive links, except on

33SL, 34SL, and 35SL chains. Only 33SL, 34SL, and

35SL require filing of the bumper tie straps. See

page 39.

5. Rounding off depth gauges after lowering:

• The depth gauges on all non-Vanguard chains should

be rounded off after they are filed down.

• Do not round off the depth gagues on Vanguard

chain. See the next page for more details on setting

Vanguard chain depth gauges.

After filing the depth gauge down, round off its leading

edge and return the depth gauge to its original round-

ed or ramped shape**. On chains with bumper links, it

may be necessary to move the cutter to the bar’s tip, or

remove the chain from the bar, in order to re-shape the

depth gauge.

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