Chainsaws allow you to perform many jobs, from pruning trees to cutting firewood. However, a dull saw can be dangerous and may produce poor results. To ensure your power tool is operating at peak performance, keep your eyes peeled for the following signs of a dull Husqvarna® chainsaw.

How to Tell If Your Husqvarna Chainsaw Is Dull

1. Appearance of Smoke

If your chainsaw is overheating and producing smoke from the exhaust, while moving through wood, it’s a sign that the blade is grinding rather than easily cutting. This is the result of a dull blade, and it must be sharpened to avoid damage to the saw.

2. You Must Apply Force

Husqvarna chainsaws are designed to simplify the cutting, which means that it should pull itself into the wood. If you are applying excessive force to the engine to get the blade to cut through the material, the chainsaw is dull. After sharpening, you should notice significant improvement; if not, you may need additional repairs or a blade replacement.

3. Produces an Uneven Cut

If you are using your chainsaw to cut in a specific direction and it is producing an uneven or crooked cut, it may be time to have the blade sharpened. Uneven cutting is often a sign that the blade is getting duller on one side. The teeth may also need to be filed down to ensure they are at the same length.

With winter just around the corner, it’s important to have your Husqvarna chainsaw in top condition for cutting firewood. If you need your chainsaw sharpened or replaced, turn to the team at Anchorage Suzuki®/Arctic Cat in Anchorage, AK. Serving the Southeast Fairbanks area, they offer a wide selection of garden and lawn equipment to help you keep the exterior of your home in tip-top shape. Contact them today at (907) 272-2412 to ask about their inventory, and visit their website to learn more about their products and services.