MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Never remove, modify WARNING: or make inoperative
any safety device furnished with your unit. The Hand Guard and
Always wear heavy WARNING: duty protection work
gloves and disconnect the extension cord when working on the saw chain.
CHAIN TENSION:
Check the chain tension frequently and adjust as often as necessary to keep the chain snug on the bar, but loose enough to be pulled around by hand. ( Saw Chain Tension Adjustment).
BREAKING IN A NEW SAW CHAIN
A new chain and bar will need readjustment after as few as 5 cuts. This is normal during the
Over a period of time, however, the moving parts of the saw chain will become worn, resulting in what is called CHAIN STRETCH. This is normal. When it is no longer possible to obtain correct chain tension adjustment, a link will have to be removed to shorten the chain. See your MTD Authorized Service Center to have this repair performed.
WARNING/ Never have more than 3 CAUTION: links removed from a loop of chain this could
cause damage to the sprocket.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
WARNING 
SERVICING A DOUBLE INSULATED APPLIANCE
In this double insulated appliance, 2 systems of insulation, instead of grounding, are provided. No grounding means is provided on a double insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. No serv- iceable parts are inside. A double insulated appliance is marked with the words, “DOUBLE INSULATION” or “DOU-
BLE INSULATED”. The symbol 
(square within a square) may also be marked on the appliance.
1.Place switch in OFF position and unplug the power sup- ply before the appliance is serviced, cleaned, or mainte- nance is performed.
2.Keep the air intake clean and air vents free of debris to avoid overheating the motor.
3.Clean with a damp sponge and mild soap. Do not squirt with a water hose or douse with water or other liquids.
4.Inspect the saw chain for proper tension before each use and frequently during cutting. Sharpen as required.
5.Clean the guide bar and bar pad to ensure free path for oil.
6.Turn the bar over after each use to achieve even wear.
7.No motor lubrication is necessary. The motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.
8.If the saw does not operate, turn switch to OFF position and disconnect the extension cord, first from the power supply, then from the saw. Check the power supply for blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers. If it still does not operate, contact the MTD Product Service Department, through the
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