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Troubleshooting
Chainsaw Model CS1418-091
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
Chainsaw does
not cut properly
Insufficient chain tension Tension the chain. See “Tensioning the Saw Chain”
in the “Preparing for Use” section of the manual.
Dull chain
See “Sharpening the Saw Chain”.
Chain installed
backwards
Install the chain with the teeth facing the correct
direction. See “Replacing a Worn Saw Chain”.
Worn chain
Replace the chain. See “Replacing a Worn Saw
Chain”.
Dry or excessively
stretched chain
Check the oil level. Refill oil reservoir if necessary.
See “Filling the Bar and Chain Oil Reservoir”.
Chain not in bar groove
Reseat chain onto groove. See “Replacing a Worn
Saw Chain”.
Chain loosening
or coming off of
guide bar
Side cover not
installed correctly
Properly install side cover ensuring the tab at rear
of side cover is tucked into saw body.
Bar and chain
excessively hot
and/or smoking
Chain is under-lubricated Check the oil level. Refill oil reservoir if necessary.
See “Filling the Bar and Chain Oil Reservoir”.