What type of oil do you use on the bar and chain? Will 'Oregon 54-026 Chain Saw Bar And Chain Oil work?
1112771
I bought a quart of "chain saw lubricating oil" from Ace Hardware. That is what it is called.
1450063
The only part that need to be oil is the chain, it will self oil. Use regular chain oil
880118
No chain oil in the box. Buy a quart yourself and it will last for many hours of wood cutting. If you want to keep the chain sharp I also recommend you purchase a 5/32" round file (and a file holder) from a mower/saw/hardware shop and follow the simple directions.
1353152
I just use Husqvarna Bar oil and that seemed to work fine. I would recommend draining the extra oil before storing it.
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.
556961
Dianne, chain oil and a blade scabbard are included in the package. The container of oil is rather small and does not completely fill the oil reservoir. It would be a good idea to get at least a quart of good chain oil from Home Depot, Lowes, or your local hardware store. I usually buy chain oil by the gallon (more cost effective). NEVER let the saw run out of chain oil! Make sure you have a good hefty 50' extension cord - with AWG #14 wire, or rated for at least 15 amperes, or 1600 to 1800 Watts. A good pair of snug fitting leather gloves are advisable. Steve Gardner, gpg9883@redshift.com. Dianne, chain oil and a blade scabbard are included in the package. The container of oil is rather small and does not completely fill the oil reservoir. It would be a good idea to get at least a quart of good chain oil from Home Depot, Lowes, or your local hardware store. I usually buy chain oil by the gallon (more cost effective). NEVER let the saw run out of chain oil! Make sure you have a good hefty 50' extension cord - with AWG #14 wire, or rated for at least 15 amperes, or 1600 to 1800 Watts. A good pair of snug fitting leather gloves are advisable. Steve Gardner, gpg9883@redshift.com.
1907379
Skil sells oil for use in their saws. I not sure if there is anything special about it, but it is what I have used to change the oil in my Skil and Bosch wormdrive saws. I think it might be available on amazon or at your local home center.
489564
I just checked my WORX chain saw. Much to my surprise it leaked over the last 6 months a significant amount of oil . I had it sitting in a big pan with handle up where any oil leaked would accumulate. This was the case with a 20 year old Craftsman electric saw also. So I guess this is normal. We have to live with it. I had not used the saw for at least 6 months.
680164
The best way is call Oregon chain manufacturer give them the part number etc. they will be able to give you answer, since there is a constant change to manufacturers specification sorry I couldn't be of more help, I can only say Oregon chain manufacturer has a pretty decent product
428520
Just oil with any chain lube you like. There are different types for different riding conditions but general purpose bike chain lube is fine. A 4oz bottle will last a long time. EDIT- wipe any excess cleaner off with a dry towel before lubing.
1680271
Depends upon the wood. For the small diameter branches I use a regular lopper. For chain lube the directions state bar oil is needed.
807660
Go to the Oregon manufacturers site and use the chain/bar selector tool in the homeowner category. http://www.oregonproducts.com/homeowner/lookups/selguide.aspx?BusId=CONS&SellReg;=USA&LangId;=ENG
1906976
Doesn't look like it will work - use the Oregon bar/chain selector guide: www.oregonproducts.com/homeowner/lookups/selguide.aspx?BusId=CONS&SellReg=USA&LangId=ENG
2037043
I use whatever I have around. I used to work running a saw in the woods, We took used motor oil to lube our bars.
1203463
I do not know, but Oregon customer service is very bad. I asked them which chain model number to use with my Wen chains saw. When I got it I noticed it was too loose and kept on throwing the chain. Would not recommend Oregon chains. I think it would be much better to use the one from the chainsaw manufacturer. I have had very good results from the Worx 16-inch electric chainsaw and its replacement cutting chain.
75422
Yes, .043 is the correct bar & chain, I found the saw can use the .050 because my wife was given the wrong bar (.050) & the .043 chain with a combo at a local store which will definitely not work! Chain wobbles in bar, took 1 cut to figure that out, the bars look alike except the .050 is slightly rounder on the end. So I bought a .050 chain to match the bar & it works fine. Of these two, the bars & chains must be matched on the bar gap & chain guide tail. The Stihl 180c is a newer version of the 018c (I have one of each) both will take the above mentioned bar & Chain combos & also the longer 16" Sets. Yes, .043 is the correct bar & chain, I found the saw can use the .050 because my wife was given the wrong bar (.050) & the .043 chain with a combo at a local store which will definitely not work! Chain wobbles in bar, took 1 cut to figure that out, the bars look alike except the .050 is slightly rounder on the end. So I bought a .050 chain to match the bar & it works fine. Of these two, the bars & chains must be matched on the bar gap & chain guide tail. The Stihl 180c is a newer version of the 018c (I have one of each) both will take the above mentioned bar & Chain combos & also the... » Read More Yes, .043 is the correct bar & chain, I found the saw can use the .050 because my wife was given the wrong bar (.050) & the .043 chain with a combo at a local store which will definitely not work! Chain wobbles in bar, took 1 cut to figure that out, the bars look alike except the .050 is slightly rounder on the end. So I bought a .050 chain to match the bar & it works fine. Of these two, the bars & chains must be matched on the bar gap & chain guide tail. The Stihl 180c is a newer version of the 018c (I have one of each) both will take the above mentioned bar & Chain combos & also the longer 16" Sets. « Show Less
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Scabbard included. Chain oil can be bought at Home Depot for about $11 for a gallon. A gallon lasts a long time.Good saw, but be sure to always keep the chain drive area clear of wood debris as it clogs easily due to the case being so close to the blade.