chain oiling problem

mechanic

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I have a Stihl 036 that pumps way to much oil when using the saw.

After using the saw for a while, when the saw is killed and it sits for a short while it will pump a lot of oil out on whatever is it on. I would guess at least a quarter of a cup or more.

What would cause this saw to do this. I have looked and can't find and adjustment for the oiler. Thanks.
 

EngineMan

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What chain oil are you using
 

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deminin

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I have an old 036Pro, which should be the same as a 036, except for the decompression valve on the Pro. There is a somewhat hidden oil rate adjustment that can be accessed from the bottom of the saw. Mine pumps a lot of oil, also, if the adjustment is wide open. I usually run it just a "nudge" off the low rate, and it seems to run just fine, without wasting oil.
 
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