Assembly and Adjustments (continued)
Installing and Adjusting the Guide Bar and Saw Chain (continued)
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| chain are very sharp! Always wear |
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5. Install the chain loop over the drive |
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| sprocket, and then align the chain |
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| drive links within the guide bar groove. |
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| Verify that the cutters are properly ori- |
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| ented with cutter edges facing forward |
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| on top of bar. If chain installation is dif- |
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| ficult or if the chain appears too tight, |
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| refer to step 8. |
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| IMPORTANT! |
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| Proper chain adjustment is essential for |
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| maximum performance, chain life, and |
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| operator safety. Always inspect chain ten- |
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| sion before operating this saw! |
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| Tighten the Chain |
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6. Install the clutch cover over the bar |
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| stud(s) and install the bar nut(s) finger |
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| tight. |
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7. Place the saw on a flat surface and lift |
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| the bar nose slightly. |
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8. To adjust chain tension: |
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| a. Turn the chain tension screw clock- |
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| wise to tighten the chain. |
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| b. Turn the chain tension screw coun- |
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| 9. | Tighten the bar nut(s). The saw chain |
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| slack on the bottom of the guide bar |
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| chain at |
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| bar just contacts the guide bar rails. |
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Re-Adjusting the Saw Chain
1.To adjust chain tension in the field: Stop the saw and allow the guide bar and chain to cool. Loosen both bar nuts approximately
WARNING!
Inspect chain tension often during operation, especially when breaking in a new chain. A loose saw chain can jump from the guide bar, possibly causing serious per- sonal injury!
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