1. Place chain in file clamp or straight
edge vise.
2. Place the file so that it is level with
and at a 35' angle to the cuttins
tooth. (See Figure No. l0) Avoid
low cutting which Ieads to ..hooks.'
on reerh. Keep about l/5 of the file
diameter showing above the cutter
plate. (For proper filing use CST_ I I
File Holder Assembly, which gives
you the 35" angle and holdi the
file at a proper position.)
3. Two or three firm strokes (with
strength applied on the forward
stroke) will give a keen edge to the
tooth.
4. For best results:
u. {9"p the same cutting angle on
alt teeth.
b. Use the right size file.
".. [..rp side curting edge vertical.
d. Shape -the cutti-ng iooth angle
correctlv.
5. File guidei or riders about everv
third tinte.you file rhe cutting teetir
1o^-ry.ain-tgin the proper cleirance
(.035). If the guiiles'are too high
Figure No. l0 Figure No. I I
FUEI sYsTEM
The fuel system in your Chainsaw
is composed of fuel lines and orifices.
It utilizes an automatic f uel pump
which puts the proper mixture into
action throughout the system. Fuel sys-
tem defects can cause serious trouble
throughout your Chainsaw. At the first
sign of trouble of this kind, consult
your Authorized Clinton Service Sta-
tion. OIt PUMP OPERATION
Since proper lubrication of chain and
guide bar is so important, be sure to
notice any failure in this system. If oil
fails to flow to the guide bar and chain
when the oil pump plunger is pushed,
or if there is no pressure on the plunger,
the pump is not functioning. See your
Authorized Clinton Service Station
Dealer.
GAS CAP AND GASKET
The plastic filler cap differs from
most gas caps in that it has no air-hole
in it. This is because the Fuel Tank is
pressured, and it must be perfectly
sealed throughout to hold the pressure.
The filler cap is provided with a rub-
ber gasket to insure a good seal with
the tank. If the filler cap should be-
come cracked, or the gasket fractured
or hardened, discard them.
MAGNETO ASSEMBTY
AND IGNITION SYSTEM
(Flywheel Type)
Remember the magneto should be
inspected after every 100 hours of op-
eration. If the engine refuses to start
or is hard to start, check the gas sup-
ply, carburetion systen.r and spark plug.
(If the latter is badly burnt, replace.)
If the engine still does not start see
your Authorized Clinton Service Sta-
tion Dealer for magneto inspection
and repair.
CTEANING VATVE PORTS
Exhaust
The only servicing required for the
valve ports is an occasional cleaning
to remove carbon deposits.
l. Renrove nruffler assembly from
Chainsaw Engine which will expose
the exhaust valve ports.
2. Clean with suitable instrument cap-
able of scraping and removing car-
bon deposits within these ports.
3. The engine should be turned over
by hand until the piston moves be-
low the port openings, which will
allow greater access for the cleaning
of these ports.
4, Carc should be taken not to damage
or score top of piston when clean-
tng.
MAINTENANCE
By making the following practices a
habit you can help keep your saw in
good running order and avoid repairs
that neglect might make necessary.
l Remove sawdust and dirt daily so
that a thorough inspection can be
made.
2. Tighten any loose nuts or screws.
3. Check fuel and oil lines for leaks,
especially at connection points.
4. Check air filter and brush off dirt.
5. Do not use compressed air to re-
move dust or dirt from the OUT-
SIDE of the carburetor, since parti-
cles may be blown into the mechan-
ism if you do.
6. Check muffler and exhaust ports
periodically, when the loss of power
is apparent. lf ports are dirty, clean
them.
As often as necessary remove the
cutting chain from the guide bar
and allow it to soak overnight in a
pan of kerosene to remove the sap
and resin deposits and to provide
lubrication for all parts of the chain.
If you notice symptoms of trouble
but cannot find the cause, check
with an Authorized Clinton Service
Station, and be sure your saw is in
good running order.
teeth will not take a big enough
bite, and if guides are rod low t[e
chain will grab or gouge. proceed
as follows:
a. Turn the dial on the depth sause
(CST-34) to rhe right ilntii it'is
closed, then turn iito the left to
the desired measurtment (.035).
Place gauge_ on top of cutting
tooth wirh the dial up and thE
flat lip pointed in the same di-
rection as the cutting edge of
the tooth. (See Figure No.l t)
b. Be sure that the rider protrudes
through the slot in tlie lip of
gauge.
c. Take a flat file and file off all of
the rider that shows above the
filing notch in the gauge lip.
(You needn't worry a6oui huit_
ing the lip itself, since it is hard_
chronred for reasonable wear.)
d. Renrove the gauge and round off
the leading edge of the rider so
it will. not grab at wood when
cnaln ls cuttlng.
7.
8.
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SERVICE TIPS
Filing Angle 35'
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