8
9
A
B
Fig. 7
A
Fig. 6
Reduced Kickback Guide Bar
A guide bar which has been demonstrated
to reduce kickback significantly.
Replacement Saw Chain
A chain that complies with the kickback
performance requirements of ANSI B175.1-
2000 when tested with specific chain
saws. It may not meet the ANSI perfor-
mance requirements when used with other
saws.
Saw Chain
A loop of chain having cutting teeth, that
cut the wood, and that is driven by the
motor and is supported by the guide bar.
Spiked Bumper (Spike) (Fig. 6)
The pointed tooth or teeth (A)for use when
felling or bucking to pivot the saw and
maintain position while sawing.
Switch Linkage
The mechanism that transmits motion from
a trigger to the switch.
Switch (Fig. 7)
A device that when operated will complete
or interrupt an electrical power circuit to
the motor of the chain saw (A).
Switch Lockout (Fig. 7)
A movable stop (B) that prevents the unin-
tentional operation of the switch until manu-
ally actuated.
TOOL ASSEMBLY
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug tool before per-
forming any assembly, adjust-
ments, maintenance or service.
Contact a
MILWAUKEE
service
facility for ALL repairs. Use only
specifically
recommended
accessories. Others may be
hazardous.
3. Fit guide bar onto the two mounting
studs (E) and fit the chain tensioning
pin (D) into the smaller hole in the guide
bar.
4. Fit chain over the drive sprocket (F)
with the cutting edges facing the direc-
tion of rotation (G).
5. Fit the chain into the groove in the top
of the guide bar, start from the back
and work toward the front. Rotate the
nose sprocket (H) if necessary.
6. Replace sprocket cover.
Adjusting chain (Fig.10)
1. Loosen retaining nut on sprocket cover
and retighten finger tight.
2. Remove slack in chain by pulling up on
nose and adjusting the tensioning
screw (A) so that the chain touches
the bottom of the guide bar along the
entire length.
Fig. 9
H
G
Fig. 10
1/8"
Mounting the guide bar and chain to
the power head unit (Fig. 8 & 9)
A
F
A
B
C
E
D
Fig. 8
1. Remove retaining nut and washers (A)
and remove the sprocket cover (B).
2. Adjust the chain tensioning screw (C)
so that the chain tensioning pin (D) is
about 1/2" from the sprocket side of
the slot as shown.
3. While supporting the saw by the nose,
pull down on chain. If the chain will
clear the guide bar by about 1/8" and
snap back to the bottom of the guide
bar, the chain is properly tensioned.
Tighten retaining nut firmly with the
wrench provided.
4. Run the saw without cutting, unplug
the saw and recheck the tension be-
fore use.
NOTE:
Too much tension will burn the
guide bar and damage the chain. Too
little tension will allow the chain to leave
the guide bar and may cause personal
injury. A new chain will stretch when
used and will require readjustment later.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, wear
safety goggles or glasses with
side shields. Always unplug the
saw before attaching or remov-
ing accessories. The use of any
accessory other than those spe-
cifically recommended for use
with this saw may be hazardous.
OPERATION
Cutting with the chain saw
This chain saw is designed to cut wood
and wood products only. Do not use this
saw to cut wood or wood products if nails,
screws, metal plates, or any other mate-
rial other than wood is in the material. You
may damage the tool and may cause per-
sonal injury.
Holding the chain saw (Fig. 11)
Always grip each handle with the thumb
and fingers encircling the handle as
shown.
Fig. 11
Using the chain saw
Always be sure of your footing and hold
the chain saw firmly with both hands while
the motor is running.
