Chainsaw Problems

[Native87]

I have a chainsaw that runs real good until you turn it on its side to cut down a tree or are limbing. After you turn it on its side it bogs down when you hit the throttle and then eventually it will just flat quit and you have to restart and try again. Anyone have any suggestions? I really thank you.

[AlchemyAcres]

I'd first suspect the fuel filter.

It's a good idea to change the fuel and air filter yearly if you use the saw a lot.


~Martin

[nhlivefreeordie]

If changing the filter doesn't do it, and you don't want to take it for service, run a little Seafoam through it, that should do the trick.

[Native87]

Thanks Martin and nh. nh- is seafoam an additive you put in the gas and run it?? I dont know nothing about it. Thanks again.

[nhlivefreeordie]

Thanks Martin and nh. nh- is seafoam an additive you put in the gas and run it?? I dont know nothing about it. Thanks again.

Yes sir it is. I use it in the fuel of all of my lawn equipment and chainsaw, boat motor etc. Anything with an engine will benefit from it, but especially items that may have fuel left in them for long periods of time.

[Native87]

Thanks again for the valuable information!!!

[Oblio13]

How old is it? I'm wondering if the hose that picks up the fuel has gotten stiff and comes out of the gas when you turn it on it's side. Does it happen no matter which way you turn the saw, and even if the tank is full?

At any rate, you've got nothing to lose by replacing the fuel filter, air filter and plug. If you're like me, they're long overdue anyway. Start with the easy stuff.

[backlash]

I have a weed eater that did the same thing.
The vent hose and the gas pickup in the tank were backwards.
Swapped them around and it run great.

[Native87]

Oblio- It is about 3 years old. It does it mostly turned to the right like you are notcthing a tree etc. I am going to start with the things already mentioned and go from there. I had to work the goats today and didn't get a chance to fool with the saw.

backlash- Did the weedeater come from the factory that way?? Just curious. Thanks Folks. I can always depend on you all.

[backlash]

The weed-eater had the gas tank replaced and that's when it got switched around. But it could be a factory error.
Maybe even a cracked pick up tube in the tank.
Easy to check.

[OzarksJohn]

Howdy.

It's the fuel filter position most likely. When you tip it over it's not down in the fuel. The fuel line in the tank could be either too long or too short causing it not to fall into the fuel no matter the position of the saw. Too long and it's kinked and stuck in position; too short it just don't reach. With the tank dry and the saw off; try rolling it over. You should hear it clunk around as it changes position or actually see the thing move if the fuel cap is off. OzarksJohn

[Native87]

Anyone have any tricks that I can use to adjust the H and L screws. They arent regular straight slots they look splined. If not where can I find a tool to do this.

Also I have a bar mounted manuel sharpener. Is there common degree settings etc to get the teeth correct? When this saw dies forever (if it aint already) I am getting me one of the NON disposable ones. Thanks Yall for any info. :)

[AlchemyAcres]

Anyone have any tricks that I can use to adjust the H and L screws. They arent regular straight slots they look splined. If not where can I find a tool to do this.

It's a six sided Torx type screw, right?

A standard SAE or Metric Allen (Hex) Wrench will fit down inside the head of the screw....no need to buy a special driver.


Also I have a bar mounted manuel sharpener. Is there common degree settings etc to get the teeth correct? When this saw dies forever (if it aint already) I am getting me one of the NON disposable ones. Thanks Yall for any info. :)

File specs depend on the particular chain type/model.
You can look them up on the manufacturer's website.

~Martin

[MooseToo]

many file holder/handles have degree lines stamped on them - to help after you listen to martin and find out what the mfr wants -

[Native87]

Just wanted to say THANKS to everyone for their time. I finally had time to work on the saw. I changed everything and had to end up adjusting the carb. The adjustment screws are splined not slotted or hex. They are supposedly made that way so purchaser can't change the EPA settings. There is a special tool made for this but I did a little bit of engineering and am now able to adjust with needle nose pliers. You can also take the screws out and file or grind (with dremel) a small slot for a screwdriver. Again thanks for yalls time.