Wasn't wearing chaps and my chain came off. Was over before I could even feel it. Cut my leg slightly and a few scrapes. Was lucky. Bleeding wasn't too bad. Did get a healthy truckload of ash. New helper springs kept the truck from sagging. What a difference.
Yep. And they were in the truck at the time. Got a little lazy and had just started. I guess this is a lesson to always have PPE on. At least it was my leg and not my face or my arm.
The chain just popped off completely and slapped my leg. I didn't cut into the leg with the chain on. That would not have been a pretty sight.
Glad it wasn't worse for ya. Where you able to determine why the chain popped off, chain to loose, nuts not tight ?
X2? Any idea of the cause? I always set my chains a little tight start my saw and rev a couple times before I even touch it to wood, shut saw off and double check chain tension, I've had to retighten a couple times. This still isn't bullet proof. Interested to hear what may have caused it! Glad you made out on the better end of possibilities!
I think chain too loose. Running a 25" bar...should have stopped and adjusted shorted after I started.
I was thinking the same thing. Footwear is very important. Just got too comfortable with the saw. We all do at some time, and we all benefit from being reminded to keep safety at the top of the check list.
Yeah...I know...definately too casual for the work involved. Boots, face shield, and chaps at a minimum. I like the tip to run the saw, and check for tightness periodically. Am happy with those helper springs though. A must have for anyone with a saggy truck. Makes it drive so much better loaded up.
Could've been way worse, but your ok, chaps on next time, and a good load. Hate to hear of a chain busting and whipping the family jewels or a face shot...........
