MAINTENANCE
ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION
W A R N I N G
Never touch or adjust the chain while the motor is running. The saw chain is very sharp. Always
wear protective gloves when performing maintenance on the chain.
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Loosen lock knob half a turn.
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Find the chain adjustment screw behind the chain and bar.
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Rotate the chain adjustment screw clockwise to increase the chain tension and rotate
counterclockwise to decrease the chain tension until the chain is at the desired tension.
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Once you have the correct tension, fully tighten the locking knob.
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