Chains stretch when they're new. For safety, check new chains every few cuts and retighten them before they derail from the bar. After several cuts, they will not stretch as much so you won't need to check them as frequently.
to help control oil leakage, I put a shot of Fastape around the threads of the fill hole plug. It acts as a gasket and significantly reduces oil leaks.
As an Electromechanical Engineering Technologist. I'm very impressed with the saw. Lithium Ion batteries, DC and Variable frequency AC drive motors have come alone way.
All you need is a 5/8 or 3/4 O ring to put on the cap for the reservoir. It has a spot for an O ring it just doesn’t come with one it’s crazy. Make sure it’s either 5/8 or 3/4 the 1-1/8 that it takes won’t stop the leak. I hope this helps
I have read if you loosen the oil cap when done helps leaking. Leaving the cap on allows pressure to build up with different temperature changes. Just a thought
I don't know about the Dewalt, but it's pretty common for electric saws to have gravity feed oilers that will just drip oil onto the chain until the reservoir is empty.
I’ve never owned a battery powered chainsaw before I had just recently bought the Greenworks 40 volt 16 inch so far it’s worked great and you can cut down a regular size tree with a 12 inch bar I’ve cut down regular size trees with a 10 inch Greenworks battery powered saw before.
I've been cutting with the same axe my whole life. Shit eventually fucks your fingers up with trigger finger time after time. This would be the greatest relief to just cut wood up without taking 10 minutes per cut.
I have a Makita XCU10Z. Quality, and power wise they're similar. The Makita simply has features I like more, such as the traditional chain adjustment system, and metal bucking spike.
THIS SAW WAS COOL FOR ABOUT 2 WEEKS...dead now motor is burnt out, havent even finished paying for it, warranty not valid in Canada so that's awesome. it chugs and leaks bar oil like a mean drunk . guys at work gave me a hard time for using Ryobi tools..but my ryobi sawzall (3 years old) with a 12" blade has outlasted and out worked the Dewalt chainsaw , yes it cuts slower but it still works, Dewalt has really let me down. i'm sticking with Ryobi.
The very first thing I read in the instruction book when I got my saw was that you are to remove the oil every single time you’re finished using the saw. I am wondering if your Saul leaks if there’s something wrong with the actual saw. If mine does the same and mine is currently brand new, I will message back.
Just bought it and it’s nice for the small cuts. Mine does leak oil too while sitting between cuts. I did drain it before storage and it needed a lot of cleaning because it seems to trap the shavings. Good luck with yours.
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I forgot to mention that after your done using a chainsaw you should always take the plastic lid on the side off where you adjust the chain and clean that area really good because dirt and sawdust gets buildup there and over time it can ruin the chain I always use one of those little brushes that looks like a toothbrush that works really good since you can’t use a wet cloth since it’s electric just thought I would mention that because it will make the saw last a lot longer.
Just bought this chainsaw. Appreciate the review and information. The battery size was a major AHA moment. Will be getting a 60V for sure. Will also look into the O ring for the oil reservoir cap.
Great review man your doing a great job. Other like to repeat themselves. Chain probably isnt spinning fast enough to not kick back. Might not be the chain.
Need to put a o-ring on the oil plug, that will solve the oil leak problem just make sure you don't go to big so it seats properly when you close it it should sit flush with the stem.
@@MasonDixonAcres There are two sources of oil leakage: 1. Auto oiling system 2. Oil cap Of these, most of the leakage is usually around the oil cap. Of course, you could drain the oil after each use, but that is a hassle. Alternatively, try doing the following: 1. Never fill the oil resevoir more than half full. 2. Install a properly sized O-ring around the oil cap's recess groove. Apply a small amount of oil around the O-ring to assist with insertion. The final fit should be between snug and tight. 3. store the chainsaw in the normal upright position I also store my chainsaw in a shallow plastic tub to contain the unavoidable small amount of oil leakage.
@@treelinehugger dewalt is known for all their chainsaws leaking oil from the oiling system. Its not the cap. I have their electric pole chainsaw and it does the same thing. Its not the cap
Online, it appears only the DeWalt brand of 20V chainsaws that work, and the other brands are too weak. If you have to cut a small diameter tree, a cordless 20V circular saw should be okay. DeWalt must be hiring some Walt Disney 'physics' help to get a better 20V chainsaw than the other brands, which are only dangerous toys.
The "review" really should include a comparison of the weight with batteries compared to gas chainsaws of a similar size. BTW, the kickback protector will not do any good with the technique that either of you demonstrated in handling the saw. The front arm must be straight, no bend in the elbow, and centered on the loop handle directly behind the kickback protector. In a kickback event, a bent elbow will collapse and the bar will hit you in the face.
That isn’t a “kickback protector” 😂 it is the front hand guard, and on gas saws it engages and disengages the chainbrake. Most Gas chainsaws have an inertia brake that doesn’t require being “put on” but it activates when a force equal to what it requires happens. This would be your “kickback protector” This can be tested by dropping the tip of a shutoff saw (with chainbrake disengaged) from a few ft above a piece of wood. Hold the rear handle and let the tip hit the wood. You should hear a click and be able to release the activated chainbrake. Hope this might clear up some muddy chainsaw terminology and myths for people. Straight arms are not required while using a chainsaw as it could cause operator fatigue sooner and possible increase incidents. Being comfortable with a chainsaw closer to you is better than being nervous and holding it as far away as possible.
It's true that chainsaws in general are no good for leftys, I think there's a stat out there that is a majority of chainsaw accidents happen because of that.
Chains stretch when they're new. For safety, check new chains every few cuts and retighten them before they derail from the bar. After several cuts, they will not stretch as much so you won't need to check them as frequently.
Thanks for the tip!
Thanks for the tip! Being a new chain saw user and a grandma to boot, I'll take all the tips I can get!
Just happened to me, on the job! 😂
to help control oil leakage, I put a shot of Fastape around the threads of the fill hole plug. It acts as a gasket and significantly reduces oil leaks.
I've found it's not the fill cap that is leaking but the bar oiling mechanism.
Thanks for the video, just what I was looking for. More than likely going to pick one up this weekend thanks 👍
I just bought my first chainsaw. Thanks for the great video 🌟 I was given a 20v battery and now it's time to cut some trees 🌳
Nice! Have fun and be safe!
As an Electromechanical Engineering Technologist. I'm very impressed with the saw. Lithium Ion batteries, DC and Variable frequency AC drive motors have come alone way.
Nice, I just ordered it and I am glad I made a good decision.
All you need is a 5/8 or 3/4 O ring to put on the cap for the reservoir. It has a spot for an O ring it just doesn’t come with one it’s crazy. Make sure it’s either 5/8 or 3/4 the 1-1/8 that it takes won’t stop the leak. I hope this helps
I'll have to give it a shot, i think it's more leaking out of the chain oiling mechanism though not the cap
Thanks for letting me know, I've read multiple reviews and that's a major complaint. I appreciate your input!
Read the manual it says, after every use empty the bar oil tank
I have read if you loosen the oil cap when done helps leaking. Leaving the cap on allows pressure to build up with different temperature changes. Just a thought
Thank you so much for your review my first chainsaw and I appreciated seeing your wife use it.
Glad it helped!!
I don't know about the Dewalt, but it's pretty common for electric saws to have gravity feed oilers that will just drip oil onto the chain until the reservoir is empty.
I’ve never owned a battery powered chainsaw before I had just recently bought the Greenworks 40 volt 16 inch so far it’s worked great and you can cut down a regular size tree with a 12 inch bar I’ve cut down regular size trees with a 10 inch Greenworks battery powered saw before.
I've been cutting with the same axe my whole life. Shit eventually fucks your fingers up with trigger finger time after time. This would be the greatest relief to just cut wood up without taking 10 minutes per cut.
I’m glad I’m not the only one who uses a 60v battery for the saw ,,I’ve got the same thing as you and the same though
The 60V have less impedance than the 20V batteries, so 20V tools actually run with more power using them. Plus the 3x lifespan
@@MasonDixonAcres yeah ,,haha I kinda knew that ,but yeah ,,but I lost the original battery,so I’m currently trying to find it,lol
To avoid oil leakage just ensure you place it on its side with the oil cap pointing up. Problem solved.
Just bought mine!! Super vid thanks!
I have a Makita XCU10Z. Quality, and power wise they're similar. The Makita simply has features I like more, such as the traditional chain adjustment system, and metal bucking spike.
Nice, we like Makita tools as well!
THIS SAW WAS COOL FOR ABOUT 2 WEEKS...dead now
motor is burnt out, havent even finished paying for it, warranty not valid in Canada so that's awesome. it chugs and leaks bar oil like a mean drunk .
guys at work gave me a hard time for using Ryobi tools..but my ryobi sawzall (3 years old) with a 12" blade has outlasted and out worked the Dewalt chainsaw , yes it cuts slower but it still works, Dewalt has really let me down. i'm sticking with Ryobi.
The very first thing I read in the instruction book when I got my saw was that you are to remove the oil every single time you’re finished using the saw. I am wondering if your Saul leaks if there’s something wrong with the actual saw.
If mine does the same and mine is currently brand new, I will message back.
Just bought it and it’s nice for the small cuts. Mine does leak oil too while sitting between cuts. I did drain it before storage and it needed a lot of cleaning because it seems to trap the shavings. Good luck with yours.
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I appreciate the review and wish ya's much luck with your new home project 😊
Thanks so much! We may need it!!
I forgot to mention that after your done using a chainsaw you should always take the plastic lid on the side off where you adjust the chain and clean that area really good because dirt and sawdust gets buildup there and over time it can ruin the chain I always use one of those little brushes that looks like a toothbrush that works really good since you can’t use a wet cloth since it’s electric just thought I would mention that because it will make the saw last a lot longer.
Good tip!!
Some Dewalt tools are burning out when using the flex battery in place of the 20 volt max. The auto circuit senser may be failing on some.
Just bought this chainsaw. Appreciate the review and information. The battery size was a major AHA moment. Will be getting a 60V for sure. Will also look into the O ring for the oil reservoir cap.
Have fun with it! The 60V batteries definitely supercharge any 20V tool 💪
Did oring fix it
I think I would get myself into trouble with this!! Lol give me alllll the DeWalt tools!!
We love our DeWalt tools! It's such a handy tool to have around
Great review man your doing a great job. Other like to repeat themselves.
Chain probably isnt spinning fast enough to not kick back. Might not be the chain.
I appreciate it! You may be right about that.
-Alex
How long does a 20V battery last?
It will depend on the size of the 20v battery. (ie 2AH, 5AH, 6AH…). Many recommend to use the 5AH as a minimum.
Great video! Do you know if you can use the smaller drill batteries with it.
Yes it works, but not for long 😬
There's a spot on the bar oil cap for an o Ring..pop one in and that fix's the leak problem.
I'll give that a try. Wasn't sure if it was leaking from the tank or the oiler mechanism on the bar, I thought the latter
the o ring size is 5/8th. i put one on my 12 in chain saw it it fit just right and no more oil leaks
glad to be of some little help. good luck with getting your saw fixed.
Need to put a o-ring on the oil plug, that will solve the oil leak problem just make sure you don't go to big so it seats properly when you close it it should sit flush with the stem.
I’ll give it a try, but I think it leaks out of the oiling mechanism at the bar 😬
They leak from the oiler
@@MasonDixonAcres There are two sources of oil leakage:
1. Auto oiling system
2. Oil cap
Of these, most of the leakage is usually around the oil cap. Of course, you could drain the oil after each use, but that is a hassle. Alternatively, try doing the following:
1. Never fill the oil resevoir more than half full.
2. Install a properly sized O-ring around the oil cap's recess groove. Apply a small amount of oil around the O-ring to assist with insertion. The final fit should be between snug and tight.
3. store the chainsaw in the normal upright position
I also store my chainsaw in a shallow plastic tub to contain the unavoidable small amount of oil leakage.
@@treelinehugger dewalt is known for all their chainsaws leaking oil from the oiling system. Its not the cap. I have their electric pole chainsaw and it does the same thing. Its not the cap
@@jeeves744 That's weird, my dewalt no longer dripping oil during storage after i fit the o ring on the cap.
Thanks
Thank you.
Nice saw
this is the best review...
great video thanks
Does it really need bar oil? The saw is not spinning that fast or for that long.
FWIW the manual says to empty the oil after use.
I can see why. That's a messy PITA though :/
can/ should it be considered as a "1 handed top handle saw" like for tree climbers?
Hmm not sure id label it as a tree climbing saw. Really designed for use with 2 hands.
great info
Glad it was helpful!
It can cut over a 20 in tree 🎄
My d-chainsaw leaks oil like crazy.
I think the Makita one's are the better way to go.
What mm file size does it use? 4.0 mm?
5/32 I believe. Dumb American units I know
Are you guys try on wet wood ?
Works well wet or dry, wet is probably a bit better actually to help keep the teeth cooler.
Thank you I was between 20v or flexvolt 60v . You should do a flexvolt 60v review as well !!
I threwout all my 2 cycle , hard to start, carbs are impossible to clean, I dont need a bigger chain saw than the dewalt 20 volt
Unless you're doing a lot of firewood and big trees, i agree!
Whats the size for the o-ring in mm
Not sure honestly! Bought a cheap kit on Amazon that has a large range of sizes, it has come in handy several times
@@MasonDixonAcres did it stop leaking oil after o-ring fitted
Where's your fall protection brotha? 👍
Does that mean chaps?? I read that as if it meant I was working up high lol
@@MasonDixonAcres Body harness and fall arrest system... "yo yo".
It kicks back because the kerf is too large A narrow chain is the way to go, but not an option.
This is only a 5/32" chain which is quite small
It stops cause it is a safety feature so you don't burn up the motor.
Online, it appears only the DeWalt brand of 20V chainsaws that work, and the other brands are too weak. If you have to cut a small diameter tree, a cordless 20V circular saw should be okay. DeWalt must be hiring some Walt Disney 'physics' help to get a better 20V chainsaw than the other brands, which are only dangerous toys.
The "review" really should include a comparison of the weight with batteries compared to gas chainsaws of a similar size. BTW, the kickback protector will not do any good with the technique that either of you demonstrated in handling the saw. The front arm must be straight, no bend in the elbow, and centered on the loop handle directly behind the kickback protector. In a kickback event, a bent elbow will collapse and the bar will hit you in the face.
That isn’t a “kickback protector” 😂 it is the front hand guard, and on gas saws it engages and disengages the chainbrake.
Most Gas chainsaws have an inertia brake that doesn’t require being “put on” but it activates when a force equal to what it requires happens. This would be your “kickback protector”
This can be tested by dropping the tip of a shutoff saw (with chainbrake disengaged) from a few ft above a piece of wood. Hold the rear handle and let the tip hit the wood. You should hear a click and be able to release the activated chainbrake.
Hope this might clear up some muddy chainsaw terminology and myths for people.
Straight arms are not required while using a chainsaw as it could cause operator fatigue sooner and possible increase incidents. Being comfortable with a chainsaw closer to you is better than being nervous and holding it as far away as possible.
That saw sucks for a lefty. The safety for the trigger is on the wrong side for us.
It's true that chainsaws in general are no good for leftys, I think there's a stat out there that is a majority of chainsaw accidents happen because of that.
Works great with smaller limbs. Meaning women with small limbs (arms) can woman-handle this tiny chainsaw.
I see what you did there..
that is why I bought this saw and can't wait to fire it up!
The guys wears too much protection and the chick doesn’t 😂😂
no such thing as too much protection 😎
油壶漏油！
是的，它确实
Really not good
Worst DeWalt tool I've ever used. It's poorly made and leaks oil fast. DeWalt knows of the problem and won't adjust the manufacturing process
Stop boppin it. Dont Hit it. Its irratating. I know videos dont make themselves. That behavior is bad manners. God Bless