I baught this saw in March 2014, Use it sparingly and it seems the oiler doesn't work. The chain wear is excessive on the inside along the bar.
933744
My oiler worked perfectly out of the box, but last time I used it, I don't think the oiler was working well. I didn't have much to saw and made a note to try to clean out the holes, etc for the oiler when I had time. I figured it was just clogged...
933745
This seems to be a common problem. I don't think my oiler works at all and the saw is pretty much brand new. I've resorted to using a squirt bottle with oil and do it manually. If anyone knows of a real fix, as in how to take the thing apart and fix the oiler, please share it.
933746
I have not had that problem. However; I have only used the saw a few times.
933747
I haven't had any trouble with my not oiling right. I wonder - could the blade be to tight, it needs about 1/4 3/8th in play..
933748
Make sure you assembled everything correctly. I have cut up a number of large Oak branches and a couple of dead trees and do not see any significant wear.
39531
The saw has a drive belt and I bet yours is a bit stretched. Easy to replace. Check your owners manual for belt replacement - might be on page 37. That should do the trick for you.
2255542
The automatic oiler of the Makita UC4030 I bought last year does not deliver sufficent oil to the bar. I manually oil the bar.
1452785
this is a great saw but it comes with a "too narrow" bar that allows the chain to come off the end of the bar too easily. Keep it tight or change the bar to an after market bar and chain. also you will find that the chain drivers get "dinged" pretty bad which makes the chain drag terrible, to fix that problem take off the small aluminum "ell" bar at the bottom of the saw under the chain.
1711804
I have sometimes problems with that too, that locking mechanism is a weak point of the saw.lubrication does not really do the trick and it attracts dirt, I more than once gave the latch a little love tap with a hammer to loosen it up.
348040
mine had a new chain, not sure about the warranty, but the oil button and a crack and they sent me a new button cap, so I would buy another, if I needed one...this is a great little saw if you need to climb a tree and cut branches.
193916
Unfortunately just about all chain saws will appear to leak oil when not in use because the chain andbar are saturated with oil during use to help prevent wear.I recommend storing it in a plastic bag with some paper towels under it to absorb any dripping oil.I absolutely love the Greenworks battery powered saw. You can use it immediately when needed.
2037042
Chain oil is special. It is thicker than motor oil and sulfured. It is more like cutting fluid than lubricating oil.That said, using anything is what's important. Keep your chain oiled. The oiler in this saw sucks. You squeeze a rubber bulb that should dispense oil onto the chain, but it doesn't seem to do anything. Manually oil the chain every few cuts. At the minimum after installing a fresh battery.
1533855
I had a similar problem on my Bosch which resulted in me removing the laser from my saw and going back to the stock washer and bolt. Sorry I don't have a better answer; I was not happy with the blade stalling in the middle of cuts and didn't take time to chase the issue.
283631
Call the company. They actually make a special chain for this saw. I found that out the hard way.
1903230
The chain saw should not of affected the assembly. Problem is one of two things. First the chain may have just come of the front or rear sprocket. Just push down on chain tensioner and put chain back on. Secound sounds like the Freewheel mechanism (racketing system) may have broken. This has not happened to me (yet) but I hear it is a common problem especially with older MX (2-3yrs old or older models). The rear sproket will turn but back wheel will not turn with it. Only way to fix is to buy complete rear wheel assembly (only way it comes) but does come with new wheel, tire, tube, sproket, completely ready to go. "Razorama.com" sells them on line for $45.00 + shipping. Hope this helps. Gary.. The chain saw should not of affected the assembly. Problem is one of two things. First the chain may have just come of the front or rear sprocket. Just push down on chain tensioner and put chain back on. Secound sounds like the Freewheel mechanism (racketing system) may have broken. This has not happened to me (yet) but I hear it is a common problem especially with older MX (2-3yrs old or older models). The rear sproket will turn but back wheel will not turn with it. Only way to fix is to buy complete rear wheel assembly (only way it comes) but does come with new wheel, tire, tube, sproket,... » Read More The chain saw should not of affected the assembly. Problem is one of two things. First the chain may have just come of the front or rear sprocket. Just push down on chain tensioner and put chain back on. Secound sounds like the Freewheel mechanism (racketing system) may have broken. This has not happened to me (yet) but I hear it is a common problem especially with older MX (2-3yrs old or older models). The rear sproket will turn but back wheel will not turn with it. Only way to fix is to buy complete rear wheel assembly (only way it comes) but does come with new wheel, tire, tube, sproket, completely ready to go. "Razorama.com" sells them on line for $45.00 + shipping. Hope this helps. Gary.. « Show Less
1659017
MY issues with the new saw were the paint on the table top scratching too easy. I had my table powder coated and that solved that issue. I also had trouble with the lower blade clamp not holding blades. After several discussions with the manufacturer, I was told I was tightening the knob to tight and causing the clamp housing to bend (?) I had a machinist make me a lower blade clamp out of good steel and that fixed the problem.
1781518
I was helping my friend to replace the chain. I do not know the exact model number anymore. However, his Wen chain saw was at least 15 years old.
193919
Unfortunately just about all chain saws will appear to leak oil when not in use because the chain and bar are saturated with oil during use to help prevent wear. I recommend storing it in a plastic bag with some paper towels under it to absorb any dripping oil. I absolutely love the Greenworks battery powered saw. You can use it immediately when needed.
624999
If the safety handle gets hit and pushed forward (say, from a branch getting in the way), then the saw will stop working. Also, if the chain isn't on tight enough, it will stop working. I find that I have to tighten my chain almost every time I use the saw. Good luck.
1832435
The last time I was using Makita chain saw I had a bottle of oil standing by. The chain seemed to be excessively dry at all times.
2037045
I returned it right after trying it out. Never got to that point. However looks like this might be it. Copy and paste the link. Oregon 54-026 Chain Saw Bar And Chain Oil - Quart