Hi,

Have a new chainsaw that I imagine I won't be using any more until the
spring.
First time I've ever had one of these things.

I understand about draining the gas out so it doesn't become gummy over the
winter.

But, is it also a good idea to drain the chain oil lubricant out also, or
not really necessary ?

Thanks,
Bob

I don't think it's necessary. I've never heard of it being done
anyway.

When you drain the gas out, you'll want to make sure the carburetor is
drained out as well as the tank.

Robert,

Draining the oil is unnecessary.

Dave M.

louie wrote:
I don't think it's necessary. I've never heard of it being done
anyway.

When you drain the gas out, you'll want to make sure the carburetor is
drained out as well as the tank.

No, the oil does not need to be drained.

Drain the gas then run the saw until it quits to get the gas out of the
line/carb.

Harry K

Robert11 wrote:
Hi,

Have a new chainsaw that I imagine I won't be using any more until the
spring.
First time I've ever had one of these things.

I understand about draining the gas out so it doesn't become gummy over the
winter.

But, is it also a good idea to drain the chain oil lubricant out also, or
not really necessary ?

Thanks,
Bob

In addition to draining the gas, give the saw a good cleaning. Remove
all covers, remove the chain and bar, clean the bar grooves using the
depth gauge that should have come with the saw, blow out the
chips/crud, clean the air filter.. When putting the chain back on,
turn the bar over to even out wear, either sharpen the chain or have it
sharpened. That gets it ready for use in the spring. Just add
fuel/oil mix and go.

Harry K

Robert11 wrote:
Hi,

Have a new chainsaw that I imagine I won't be using any more until the
spring.
First time I've ever had one of these things.

I understand about draining the gas out so it doesn't become gummy
over the winter.

But, is it also a good idea to drain the chain oil lubricant out
also, or not really necessary ?

Absolutely. Make sure you replace it with chain oil chamber lubricant.
Chain oil works well for this.

Robert11 wrote:
Hi,

Have a new chainsaw that I imagine I won't be using any more until the
spring.
First time I've ever had one of these things.

I understand about draining the gas out so it doesn't become gummy over the
winter.

But, is it also a good idea to drain the chain oil lubricant out also, or
not really necessary ?

Thanks,
Bob



No, oil doesn't deteriorate like gasoline.

There is no reason to drain the fuel from a 2
cycle motor, because the fuel is a mix of gas and
2-cycle oil and doesn't oxidize as rapidly as
straight gasoline. I have never drained the fuel
in my chainsaw and never had a problem. Usually
it would sit for about 6 months without being
started.

No need to drain the gas. That's an old "wives" tale. Just add a little
"Sta-bil" and you'll be good until the next time you use it.
"Robert11" wrote in message
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Hi,

Have a new chainsaw that I imagine I won't be using any more until the
spring.
First time I've ever had one of these things.

I understand about draining the gas out so it doesn't become gummy over
the winter.

But, is it also a good idea to drain the chain oil lubricant out also, or
not really necessary ?

Thanks,
Bob

I drain the oil out drain the gas out then run it till it dies, sharpen
the blade, clean it up, put it in its case. It will start in 2 pulls
next time I need it.