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MAINTENANCE
Release the tip of the guide bar, and turn the chain tensioning knob 1/2 turn clockwise.
Hold the tip of the guide bar up and tighten the chain cover lock knob.
The chain is correctly tensioned when there is no sag on the underside of the guide bar, and
when the chain is snug, but can be turned by hand without binding.
NOTE: If chain is too tight, it will not rotate. Loosen the chain cover lock knob slightly, and turn the chain
tensioning knob 1/4 turn counter-clockwise. Lift the tip of the guide bar up, and retighten the chain cover lock
knob. Ensure that the chain will rotate without binding.
W A R N I N G
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wear protective gloves when performing maintenance involving the chain.
ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION
(See Fig. 29 - 30.)
Stop the motor and disconnect from power supply before setting the chain tension.
Slightly loosen the chain cover lock knob.
CHAIN DRIVE LINKS
BAR
GROOVE
CUTTERS
CHAIN DRIVE LINKS
CHAIN ROTATION
Fig. 28
Fig. 27
Fig. 26
Fig. 25