How to maintain a chainsaw in cold weather

It doesn't matter if you're going to cut firewood to keep your home warm and cozy or if you're preparing to clean your field or cutting branches. You need to maintain your chainsaw in good shape, ready for the cold temperatures of winter to ensure your safety and the quality of results. That's why we bring you some small tips to keep your chainsaw running in top condition during winter.

Watch the ice and temperature of your chainsaw: It may be you haven't used your chainsaw in the whole year, and you're thinking to give it a try to start getting your firewood for winter. If that's the case, you should first check the condition of your chainsaw since it may have a coat of ice that may affect your cutting and the tool's condition overall. Let it heat before using it.

Check your chain tensions: The change of temperature may affect the tension of your chainsaw chain, meaning you will have to adjust the chain as needed for winter. You should also sharpen it since cutting frozen wood can be difficult, and you may need to keep extra chains at hand just in case.

Change to a thinner oil: If you want the chain to run at a high speed for winter, we recommend you use thinner oil since it will allow your chain to run properly during winter.

Check the fuel: No matter if you use your chainsaw frequently or if you use it only during winter, you should check the fuel tank and change gas, since it may freeze or get water from defrosting, and it may damage your chainsaw' engine.

We provide many of the replacements your product may need when cutting during winter. We also bring our customers the best tips and information about their portable power tools and how to work with them. Do you need more information about your chainsaw? Check our compilation of user manuals.