What size file to sharpen chain for 55 rancher

Tom, Check the attached links,instruction and guides on Husqvarna chainsaw, Good luck
"I hope this helped you out, if so let me know by pressing the helpful button. Check out some of my other posts if you need more tips and info."
Husqvarna rancher 55 chain bolt replacement

http://www.husqvarna.com/ddoc/HUSO/HUSO2002_USen/HUSO2002_USen__1140106-95.pdf

How to Change Chain on Husqvarna Chainsaw Model 445

How to Adjust the Oiler on Husqvarna 55 Rancher

The size of your chain dictates the file size. If I know your chain size I could help you

what is the chain angle for the 460 chain using the electric sharpener

You may contact the manufacturer, download manuals, check fuel/oil ratios, order parts, find your local service center, and view other resources using these links:

Contact us
User manuals
What is the correct fuel mixture for McCulloch products Chainsaw Trimmer...
McCulloch Service
McCULLOCH PARTS ACCESSORIES

I trust this information has proven beneficial.

all saw blades are sharpened to the same angle. 37° the file size you are going ot want is 1/4-3/16in.

It sounds like your chain is just dull.Or might not be sharpened right.This usually happens when the chain is getting dull.

The normal reason for a saw to cut to the left, or right is because the cutters have been sharpened more on side than the other, they are now longer on one side, this then sends the cut off to that side. Measure the cutter lenghts, take the correct file and shorten the longer cutters

There are multiple chain sizes 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 5/32", 7/32" and 3/8" chains so the /8 chain number has me guessing. After the qurestions below, here is my best guess.

Also is this for a chain grinder?" or

Are you looking of a hand held type stone?

Aluminum Oxide Chainsaw Sharpening Grinding Stone
or Ceramic stone?

I will assume that your looking for aluminum oxide stones at this time.

http://www.oregonchain.com/homeowner/products/accessories/replacement_stones.htm

This is wide selection of sharpening stones.

You can also use hand held chain sharpening files of the same size that have shapening angles marked on the file set fixture.

Hopefully you have a sharpening guide that will keep your angles correct while shapening.

A safety note: Improperly sharpened chainsaw blades can be very dangerous to the user.

Thanks for using FixYa.

Kelly

The standard chain file should fit it. It is about 3/16 dia. I found the dremel to work 10 times better, they have a little stone bit just for chains. Eventually, you have to take it in for sharpening, it will set all the teeth the same.

If your saw still has the original bar and chain, it was supplied with a .325" pitch chain and you'll need a 3/8" round file with a sharpening guide to properly sharpen it.

Here's a link to the Husqvarna site to the Rancher 455 models so you can select the correct manual to download, that matches your particular saw, based on the year of manufacture, etc.

There is some excellent information about maintaining your saw, along with a really good guide with step-by-step instructions for proper sharpening.

http://www.husqvarna.com/us/homeowner/support/download-manuals/?query=455&types=O

If you're having trouble figuring out the right manual for your saw, use the online Customer Support page and they'll reply.

Hope you find this Very Helpful - Best regards!