Keep bar oil, premix oil, and fuel clearly labeled in the truck. Mixing them up is a common and costly mistake.
Cold starts and remote sites
Winter work in the woods puts a premium on correct cold-weather viscosity and clean fuel. Carry the right top-off fluids, since a wrong fluid added in the field can contaminate a system.
Products by equipment.
Confirm the lubricant type, grade, and specifications in each equipment manual before ordering.
Chainsaws
Bar oil lubricates the bar and chain; two-stroke oil is mixed with fuel at the ratio the saw maker permits. They are not interchangeable.
Match the hydraulic fluid type and ISO grade in the machine manual. Where a landowner or agency requires a biodegradable fluid, confirm the product meets their criteria and the machine maker’s requirements.
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use motor oil as bar and chain oil?
Use a bar and chain oil, which is formulated to cling to the bar and chain. Engine oil and premix oil serve different purposes.
Is biodegradable hydraulic oil required in forestry?
Some landowners, agencies, or contracts require it. Check the contract and the machine maker’s fluid requirements.
General maintenance information. Always follow your equipment manufacturer’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.