814 OPERATOR’S MANUAL
8
SET-UP
BAR AND CHAIN INSTALLATION
Note 1: Do not “over tension” the chain. Loss of power will result. It is normal for the drivelinks to hang ½”
underneath the bar. The chain should be tight but be able to be pulled around the bar by hand.
Note 2:
To prevent chain tensioner breakage, be sure the side cover nuts are tightened to approximately
20 ft-lbs (27 Nm)
STEP 6
Install the side cover over the bar studs and
install side cover nuts. Finger tighten only.
STEP 7
Tension the chain. The chain should be tight
but able to be pulled around the bar by hand.
See Note 1
STEP 8
Lift up on the nose of the bar and firmly tighten
the side cover nuts.
See Note 2
