STIHL MS 280 C 34

English / USA

Tensioning the Saw Chain

(Side chain tensioner)

133BA035 KN

:Fit the chain sprocket cover so that the wingnut locates on the collar screw (11).

13 KN133BA036

:When fitting the chain sprocket cover, check that the teeth of the tensioning gear and adjusting wheel mesh properly. If necessary, turn the adjusting wheel (12) slightly until the sprocket cover can be pushed flush against the engine housing.

:Pull out the hinged handle (13) so that it snaps into position.

:Engage wingnut and tighten it down moderately.

Go to chapter "Tensioning the Saw Chain".

1	KN
	133BA024

Retensioning during cutting work:

:Shut off the engine first – and then loosen the nuts.

:Hold the bar nose up and use screwdriver to turn tensioning screw

(1) clockwise until chain fits snugly against the underside of the bar.

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

:Go to “Tensioning the Saw Chain”

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

:Check chain tension frequently – see "During Operation".

MS 280 C