Lubricant for chain saw lubrication: what proportions, how to dilute and how much to pour
For owners of private houses and country sites the chainsaw is an irreplaceable equipment. With its help you can quickly and easily perform a variety of tasks - sawing firewood, construction of wooden buildings and pruning of old trees. For such equipment to last a long time and without failure, it is necessary to properly follow the rules of operation of the chainsaw.
One of these rules is the preparation of the fuel mixture for the gasoline chain. We will try to find out in our article how to do it correctly and what the fuel composition should be.
Oil for greasing chainsaw chains
The chainsaw has two tanks, gasoline is poured into one of them, and in the other oil for lubricating the chain of equipment. From the quality and composition of the oil, as well as fuel will depend on durability, serviceability of a chainsaw. Ready-made oil from chainsaw manufacturers is often offered in hardware stores, it is intended for this purpose. The finished product is suitable for operation at low temperatures and does not pollute the environment.
The finished oil can be replaced with another, the main thing, so that it is not spent. Representatives of equipment manufacturers recommend buying branded oil or preparing a mixture based on, specified in the operating instructions. If the instructions do not specify the type of oil, then you can buy two-stroke oil, which is sold in a specialty store. Two-stroke oil can be of two types:
- Mineral
- Synthetic
Experts advise to use synthetic oil for chainsaws, but the price is always more expensive. The main advantage of this type of lubricant is that, that in the course of operation of equipment in the cylinder the deposit is not formed, and this extends the life of the equipment.
If mineral oil was used for 100 working hours, then it is better to continue to use it, as in the course of work the deposit could collect. The synthetic product has the ability to clean and wash away the deposited layer from the walls of the cylinder, and this will damage the equipment.
How to make a mixture for lubricating the chain
If you use a "native" oil for a chainsaw, then the required proportion is indicated on the package, usually it is 1:50 to gasoline. When another product is used, then it is better to dilute the mixture 1:40, in other words, must be divided 1 liter of oil on 40 and add the result to 1 liter of gasoline.
For self-preparation of the mixture you need to use gasoline A-92 and A-95, if the octane number is lower, then it may damage the engine. If the gasoline has stood for a long time in a canister or other container, it is considered stale and loses its properties. A chainsaw on bad fuel will not be able to work powerfully and efficiently.
Experts advise choosing oil for most chainsaws, used in our regions, having class API-TB API TC, designed for two-stroke engines. Don't skimp on ingredients, and buy quality oils from well-known manufacturers and strictly adhere to the proportions for the preparation of the mixture.
If you add more oil to the mixture, then this will lead to the formation of soot on the spark plugs and pistons. Excess gasoline will contribute to the appearance of burrs on the pistons and rapid failure of the chainsaw engine. Before preparing the mixture you need to carefully read the instructions for this model of equipment.
It is not recommended to store ready mixes for a long time, maximum 1 moon, do not store it in the open or in the sun. Water or dust, which got into a mix, which can lead to carburetor failure, as the installed filter will not be able to completely clean the fuel.
Fuel mixture tank
Before you start creating fuel, the question arises - what to mix the proportions of oil and gasoline? In specialty stores there are canisters with dimensional divisions, as well as two holes. They must be filled with gasoline and oil separately, then tighten the lids and mix thoroughly, tilting the canister.
You can use simpler containers, which are always at hand, example, plastic bottles or glass, but in such subjects there is statistical electricity. Be sure to keep track, so that dust or moisture does not get into the container, solid particles, if all proportions are met, then you need to mix everything well.
When the mixture is finally ready, it can be poured into the tank, gently without developing fuel and so on, so that it is not completely filled. Depending on the use of the chainsaw, you must either use all the lubricant completely or pour it into a container and then refill as needed., but not later than through 30 days.
It is good to use different additives, recommended by equipment manufacturers, to make the fuel better. There are a lot of additives on sale and you can choose the right one for your chainsaw.
Chain lubrication system operation, see oil
It is necessary to periodically check the oil level in the tank and the operation of the lubrication system. If you look at the rotating circuit with an illuminated surface, then in the presence of oil splashes the system works normally and is adjusted correctly. If the cutting set heats up quickly, then this indicates a minimum level of lubricant in the chain, therefore, it may be pinched during operation.
There are many types of oils, they may be different in price, environmental, sold in different capacities. You can consider several product options.
- Budget option - Nanotech Standard, it can be used at temperatures down to -20oC, Nanotech Premium up to -30oC. Also in this category can be attributed the product from Encor, capacity 1 liter.
- Mineral oils with the prefix "Bio - Makita Biotop, Stihl Bio Plus.
- Oils, recommended by chainsaw manufacturers - Makita Biotop, Makita, Oregon.
- In containers of large volumes - Encor oil 3-5 liters, Stihl 5 liters, Oregon 5 and 25 liters.
Conclusion
The main task of creating a mixture for lubricating the chain - the smooth operation of the engine, complete combustion of fuel, so that smoke could not form as a result, nagar abo zadiraki. Adherence to the required proportions, Proper operation and quality ingredients will help to use the chainsaw for as long as possible for various household chores.
