EGO CS1401 14 in 56V Brushless Motor Cordless Chainsaw with Rapid Reload Chain Tensioning BAR-OIL-EMPTY Error Fix: Bar and Chain Oil Reservoir Empty

Error code BAR-OIL-EMPTY on the EGO CS1401 14 in 56V Brushless Motor Cordless Chainsaw with Rapid Reload Chain Tensioning means: Bar and Chain Oil Reservoir Empty. The chain and bar are not receiving lubrication, causing excessive heat, premature wear, smoke, and a burning smell — the automatic oiler reservoir is empty; refill with bar and chain oil (not motor oil); check the oil outlet port on the bar for blockage and clean with a wire; running a chainsaw without bar oil can permanently damage the bar and chain within minutes

The most successful fix is "Replace Bar Oil Pump or Oil Line to Fix Lubrication Failure" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$25. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Bar Oil Pump or Oil Line to Fix Lubrication Failure") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, 13mm wrench, Small wire.

DIY cost: $15-$25. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The EGO CS1401 14 in 56V Brushless Motor Cordless Chainsaw with Rapid Reload Chain Tensioning has 8 other known error codes, including: BAR-OIL-LEAK (Bar Oil Leaking When Stored), BAT-1-FLASH (Battery Single LED Flashing), BAT-COLD (Battery Too Cold to Operate), BAT-HOT (Battery Overtemperature Protection), BAT-LEDS-OFF (Battery LEDs Not Lighting Up), and 3 more.

Error code BAR-OIL-EMPTY also appears on 1 other EGO model: EGO POWER+ CS1804 18-Inch 56V Cordless Chainsaw with Chain Tensioning. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.