ICS Cut-Off Saws Maintenance Tips

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1. Rinse the saw, bar, and chain with water.
2. Follow instructions on the Daily Maintenance Label, located on the air filter cover.
3. Inspect and tighten all fasteners as necessary.
4. Inspect drive sprocket for tooth wear. Replace if tooth tips are pointed.
5. Inspect the starter cord. Replace if frayed.
6. Clean and inspect air filter. Replace as necessary.
7. Spray saw, bar, and chain with lightweight oil.
8. Grease the chain tensioner.

2. Remove the starter cover and lubricate the starter recoil spring.
3. Clean the flywheel fins and the starter pawls with a wire brush, then grease the starter pawls.
4. Remove the spark plug and clean with a wire brush.
5. Check the electrode gap. The correct gap is 0.02 inches (0.5mm).

1. Change the spark plug. Adjust the electrode to 0.02 inches (0.5 mm).
2. Check the fuel filter located inside the fuel tank. Clean or replace if clogged.