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4. Tighten the 10mm linkage nuts (E).
5. Check throttle for freedom of movement and make sure it returns to
idle position. If the throttle linkage does not allow the carburetor
throttle plate (C) to return to idle against idle screw (D), loosen
linkage nuts; turn throttle linkage nut (E) counter clockwise until
throttle plate (C) rests against idle screw (D). Hold linkage nut (E)
from turning and tighten other linkage nut.
6. Connect ground wire terminal under screw (F) on fan housing.
7. Connect stop switch wire to stop wire (G) on engine.

SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT

Tools Required: 10x19mm (13/32x3/4in.) T-wrench provided
WARNING DANGER
Always wear gloves when handling saw chain, otherwise serious
personal injury may result.

To Adjust Saw Chain Tension.

1. Loosen two (2) 10 mm (13/32 in.) guide bar nuts (A) located on
cutting attachment using the T-wrench provided.
2. Turn saw chain tensioner screw (B) (located next to guide bar in
sprocket cover) clockwise to tighten saw chain on guide bar.
Turning screw counter clockwise will loosen saw chain on guide
bar.
3. Tighten guide bar nuts firmly. Move saw chain backwards on guide
bar by hand. Saw chain should move freely on guide bar if it is in
proper mesh with sprocket.
Keep the saw chain lubricated and properly adjusted and the guide bar
nuts tightened firmly at all times. If saw chain is difficult to rotate or
binds on guide bar, it is too tight.
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A
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