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STIH) Sharpening STIHL Saw Chains 2012-10 Introduction STIHL offers every user, from occasional to professional, Contents the right tools for maintaining the cutting attachment. The cutting attachment consists of the saw chain, guide STIHL Advanced Technology 1 bar and chain sprocket. This handbook is intended as a guide to selecting and Construction of a Saw Chain 3 learning how to use the right tools for servicing your cutting attachment. With a little practice you will be able to sharpen your saw chains like a professional. Preparing the Saw Chain 6 Reading and observing the instructions in your chainsaw manual and those for the use of the servicing tools is a Principles – Sharpening Saw Chain 8 precondition for the operations described in this handbook. Filing Aids 12 Please contact your STIHL dealer if you have any further questions after reading this handbook. Tensioning the Saw Chain 17 Always wear protective gloves when working on Sharpening Errors and Damage 18 and with the chainsaw and cutting attachment. There is otherwise a risk of injury from the very sharp cutters. Guide Bar Maintenance 23 Checking the Chain Sprocket 27 Determining the Correct Cutting Attachment 28