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thumb as shown in figure D.
• To adjust saw chain tension, loosen bar
adjust locking knob (7), rotate the chain
tensioning wheel (8) towards the top of
the saw to increase tension as shown in
figure E. Tighten the bar adjust locking
knob until snug after making sure the saw
chain (5) is snug around the guide bar (4).
• There should be no “sag” between the guide
bar and the chain on the underside as shown
in figure F.
• Once chain tension is correct, tighten bar
adjust locking knob.
• Do not over-tension the chain as this will
lead to excessive wear and will reduce
the life of the bar and chain.
• When the chain is new, check the tension
frequently (after unplugging tool) during
the first 2 hours of use as a new chain
stretches slightly.
REPLACING THE SAW CHAIN
CAUTION:
Sharp chain. Always
wear protective gloves when handling
the chain. The chain is sharp and can cut
you when it is not running.
WARNING:
Sharp moving chain. To
prevent accidental operation, ensure that
the tool is unplugged before performing
the following operations. Failure to do
this could result in serious personal injury.
• Rotate the bar adjust locking knob (7)
counterclockwise to lessen chain tension.
• Remove sprocket cover (6) as described
in “Installing the Guide Bar and Saw
Chain” section.
• Lift the worn saw chain (5) out of the
groove in the guide bar (4).
• Place the new chain in the slot of the
guide bar, making sure the saw teeth are
facing the correct direction by matching
the arrow on the chain with the graphic on
the sprocket cover (6) shown in figure G.
• Follow previous instructions for Installing
the Guide Bar and Saw Chain and
adjusting chain tension.
AUTO OILING SYSTEM
This chainsaw is equipped with an auto
oiling system that keeps the saw chain and
guide bar constantly lubricated.
The oil level indicator (15) shows the
level of the oil in the chainsaw. If the oil
level is less than a quarter full, unplug the
chainsaw and refill with the proper oil.
NOTE: Use a high quality bar and chain
oil for proper chain and bar lubrication. As
a temporary substitute, a non-detergent
SAE30 weight motor oil can be used.The
use of a vegetable based bar and chain
oil is recommended when pruning trees.
Mineral oil is not recommended because
it may harm trees. Never use waste oil
or very thick oil. These may damage
your chainsaw.
FILLING THE OIL RESERVOIR
• Remove the oil cap (14) and fill the
reservoir with the recommended chain oil
until the oil level has reached the top of
the oil level indicator (15).
• Refit the oil cap.
• Periodically switch the chainsaw off and
check the oil level indicator to ensure the
bar and chain are being properly oiled.
ATTACHING EXTENSION CORD
An extension cord retainer (13) is built into
the switch handle. It prevents the extention
cord from coming unplugged.
• Double the extension cord and insert it
into the slot (21) in the end of the handle
area as shown in figure H. Hook the loop
formed by doubling the cord over the
cord retainer (13). Gently tug on the cord
to ensure that it is firmly retained in the
handle. Plug the receptacle end of the
extension cord into the power cord (12)
of the chainsaw.
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