Nturn the adjusting wheel (4) a little until the chain sprocket cover can be slid completely against the engine housing

NSwing grip (5) into position (until it engages)

NFit wing nut and tighten lightly

NNext step: see "Tensioning the Saw Chain"

Tensioning the Saw Chain (front chain tensioner)

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KN

143BA045

 

Retensioning during cutting work:

NSwitch off the engine. N Loosen the nuts.

N Hold the bar nose up.

NUse a screwdriver to turn the tensioning screw (1) clockwise until the chain fits snugly against the underside of the bar.

NWhile still holding the bar nose up, tighten down the nuts firmly.

NGo to "Checking Chain Tension".

A new chain has to be retensioned more often than one that has been in use for some time.

NCheck chain tension frequently – see chapter on "Operating Instructions".

English

Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick chain tensioner)

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2

001BA112 KN

Retensioning during cutting work:

NShut off the engine.

NPull out the hinged clip and loosen the wingnut.

NTurn the adjusting wheel (1) clockwise as far as stop.

NTighten down the wingnut (2) firmly by hand.

NFold down the hinged clip.

NGo to "Tensioning the Saw Chain"

A new chain has to be retensioned more often than one that has been in use for some time.

NCheck chain tension frequently – see chapter on "Operating Instructions".

MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C

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