Notice:
Soil type
Chain tension
loose top soil;
hard, compacted soil;
clay
1”
between bottom of digging bar and inside
of digging chain
moderately rocky soil;
sandy, coarse soil
1 ½”
between bottom of digging bar and inside
of digging chain
Notice:
Notice:
Tip
Tip
9
Chain Tensioning Guide
Above: Chain is tensioned to 1” for normal top
soil.
Use the small end of the combination wrench
tool to measure approximate spacing
between
bottom of digging bar and inside of digging
chain
.
1”
Check chain tension occasionally during
operation!
• Chain tension can slip and may require
adjustment!
The chain tension must be adjusted according to
soil type.
1
½
”
Above: Chain is tensioned to 1 ½” for coarse
soil.
Use the large end of the combination wrench
tool to measure approximate spacing.
Tighten the bolts [8] firmly before use.
• We recommend using a socket wrench (not in-
cluded) or impact driver to make sure bolts are
tight.
too tight!
too loose!
Too much slack in the chain causes excessive
wear to external parts and may damage the
main mount and guards.
Over-tightening the chain may cause binding
and excess wear to the drive belt and/or clutch.
