1. Education
About.com
Forestry

Discuss in my forum

Crank Starting a Chainsaw - The Art of Starting a Chainsaw

By , About.com Guide

See More About:

1 of 6

Step #1 - Make Sure Your Saw Has Proper Maintenance and Gas
Essential Chainsaw Parts

Parts of a Chainsaw

OSHA
Small engines, including chainsaws, can be frustrating to start. This is especially true when starting a chainsaw just out of storage, when engine temperatures are extremely cold or when in need of a tune-up. Many times a new chainsaw will give you starting trouble right out of the box.

Here is a step by step set of instructions that can make starting a chainsaw less of a chore. It has been developed from tips given by loggers who use the tool every day, year after year. The first big thing to remember is to keep the saw clean, make sure it is full of gas and oil and perform regular maintenance. See: How to Maintain Your Chainsaw. Also, take a little time to learn where chainsaw parts are: Important Parts of a Chainsaw

©2012 About.com. All rights reserved.

A part of The New York Times Company.