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5 mar 2007 · If the leak is coming from this area, drain the oil tank, remove the oil tank cap, spray a cleaning agent into the hole and follow with a small amount of compressed air. The cleaning agent such as Brake Clean will remove any oil residue and the compressed air will dislodge the debris.
13 lip 2016 · I want to drain and flush out the oil tank on my Stihl saw. There is a lot of conflicting advice on how to do this online ranging from using petrol to diesel as the 'solvent', temporarily blocking the oil pipe etc.
12 gru 2023 · Q1: Why is my Stihl chainsaw leaking bar oil? A: Several factors can contribute to bar oil leaks, including a loose oil tank cap, damaged oil lines, or a malfunctioning oil pump. Regular inspection and maintenance can help identify and address the root cause.
There are a number of factors that contribute to why a chainsaw leaks oil. STIHL chainsaws use a one-way valve oil tank breathing system. This system allows air into the tank whilst the chainsaw is in use, without leaking oil onto the operator.
13 lis 2022 · Stihl chainsaws tend to leak bar oil when you put too much bar oil in or when the oil seals are damaged. The good news is that you can fix these problems by draining excessive oil and replacing seals that have worn out.
Too thin of oil will not sufficiently stick to the bar. Use a good oil like STIHL Woodcutter. Clogged oiler: Oil isn’t able to lubricate the bar and chain when the oiler is clogged. Clean the oiler. Plugged air filter: A plugged filter will cause the fuel mixture to run rich resulting in smoke. Replace a very dirty air filter. Check and clean ...
27 kwi 2008 · I moved it in the shed yesterday and noticed a large puddle of bar oil under it. I moved the saw and this time laid it over on its side. I checked it today, and there is another puddle. Looks like it is leaking out where it would normally be pumped onto the chain. How do these bar oilers work?
