Adjusting saw chain tension

WARNING DANGER

IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO MAINTAIN THE

PROPER CHAIN TENSION. RAPID WEAR OF THE GUIDE BAR OR THE CHAIN COMING OFF EASILY CAN BE CAUSED BY IMPROPER TENSION.

1.Loosen mounting nut and adjust the chain tension by turning the tensioner screw

2. Hold unit vertically, and tighten mounting nut

3.Move saw chain backwards on guide bar by hand. Saw chain should move freely on guide bar if it is in proper mesh with the sprocket. If saw chain is difficult to rotate or binds on guide bar, it is too tight. Re-adjust if necessary.

WARNING – DANGER

BE SURE UNIT IS UNPLUGGED BEFORE

MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS.

Lubricating the guide bar and chain

1.Power pruning mechanism is equipped with the automatic oiling system that can be adjusted in the field. The saw chain bar, and chain are lubricated when chain rotates. The pump is set at the factory to a minimum flow rate.

2.Remove oil fill cap and fill reservoir with a quality, low viscosity guide bar and saw chain oil. Tighten the cap securely.

WARNING DANGER

TO PREVENT PLASTIC DETERIORATION, DO NOT

USE SYNTHETIC OR SILICONE BASED OIL.

3.After starting the motor, run the chain at medium speed and check the saw chain. Very little visible oil on the saw chain will provide sufficient lubrication.

4.The oil tank will provide about 40 min. of cutting time (when set to a minimum flow rate). Refill the oil tank as needed.

5.A temporary increase in oil flow is recommended when cutting hardwood or wood showing a large amount of sap. This will speed oil consumption, and require more frequent oil tank refills.

6.To adjust oil pump to max, the control screw must be pressed in slightly prior to turning. Failure to do so could damage the pump or screw.

WARNING DANGER