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• WHAT IS A LOW-KICKBACK SAW CHAIN?
A low-kickback saw chain is a chain that met the kickback
performance requirements of ISO 9518. By keeping the chain
brake and saw chain in good working condition and correctly
serviced as recommended in this manual, you will retain the
safety system of your chainsaw for the life of the product.
WARNING: Never remove, modify or make inoperative
any safety device that comes with your chainsaw. The chain
brake / hand guard and low-kickback saw chain are major
safety features provided for your protection.
WARNING: Always wear heavy-duty protective work
gloves and disconnect the extension cable when working on
the saw chain.
• CHAIN TENSION
Check the chain tension frequently and adjust it as often as
necessary to keep the chain snug on the bar but loose enough to
be pulled around by hand (see the section SAW CHAIN TENSION
ADJUSTMENT).
• BREAKING IN A NEW SAW CHAIN
A new chain and bar will need readjustment after as few as 5 cuts.
This is normal during the break-in period, but the interval between
future adjustments will begin to lengthen quickly.
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