SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Unplug chain saw from
power source before adjusting saw
chain tension.
WARNING: Cutting edges on chain
are sharp. Use protective gloves when
handling chain.
WARNING: Maintain proper chain
tension always. A loose chain will in-
crease the risk of kickback. A loose chain
may jump out of guide bar groove. This
may injure operator and damage chain.
A loose chain will cause chain, guide bar,
and sprocket to wear rapidly.
IMPORTANT!
Failure to follow these instructions when tensioning
saw chain will damage saw and void the warranty.
New saw chains will stretch. Check chain tension
frequently when fi rst used and tighten when chain
becomes loose around guide bar.
If chain becomes loose around guide
bar, allow chain to cool then...
Open lever...
Turn chain tensioning knob clockwise
to tension saw chain...
Pull chain to check tension. Guide
links should not come out of guide
bar groove...
Close lever.
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Guide Bar