RedMax GZ400 manual Installing guide bar and saw chain, F6-1 F6-2 F6-3, English

F6-1

F6-2

F6-3

English

6. Installing guide bar and saw chain

■A standard saw unit package contains the items as illustrated. (F6-1)

(1)Power unit

(2)Guide bar

(3)Saw chain

(4)Plug wrench

Open the box and install the guide bar and the saw chain on the power unit as follows :

■SAFE-T-TIP nose guard (F6-2) (F6-3)

• Mount the SAFE-T-TIP on the bar nose.

• Fit the locking rivet or tab in the recessed hole in the guide bar.

• Tighten the screw with wrench until snug.

• From the snug position, tighten the screw an additional 3/4 of a turn using a wrench.

(1)Mounting screw

(2)SAFE-T-TIP

(3)TIGHTEN 3/4 OF A TURN

WARNING

Although the guide bar comes with a SAFE-T-TIP anti-kickback device already installed, check the tightness of the mounting screw before each use.

NOTE

Do not replace the screw with an ordinary screw. Use only identical replacement parts from the manufacturer when replacing parts.

In addition to preventing chain contact with solid objects at the nose of the bar, the SAFE-T-TIP also helps keep the chain away from abrasive surfaces, such as the ground. Keep it on the right hand side of the bar where it will be between the chain and the ground during flush-with-ground cutting.

The mounting screw requires a 5/16 in. wrench (or adjustable wrench) to achieve the recommended torque of 35 to 45 in.lb. A torque within this range can be achieved by using the following method.

WARNING

The saw chain has very sharp edges. Use thick protective gloves for safety.

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