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Figure.14
Figure.15
REPLACING SAW CHAIN
Replace chain when cutters are too worn to sharpen or when chain breaks. Only use
replacement chain noted in this manual. Check drive sprocket for wear when
replacing chain. This will maintain proper driving of chain. (Note: For proper chain
and drive sprocket, see Parts List.)
Refer to Figure 1 while completing the following steps.
1. Loosen and remove guide bar screw.
2. Remove sprocket cover.
3. Remove saw chain.
4. Place new chain around drive sprocket, along top groove of guide bar, and around
guide bar nose. Note: Make sure cutting edges of chain are facing in right direction.
Position chain so cutting edges on top of guide bar face guide bar nose (
see Figure 16
and indicator on side cover of saw
).
5. Before placing sprocket cover into Positioning groove, verify that the adjusting nib
is in the adjusting hole on the guide bar.
6. Place sprocket cover into Positioning groove.
7.Locking the sprocket cover with guide bar screw. (IMPORTANT: Finger tighten
only.)
8. Adjust chain tension.
9. Securely tighten guide bar screw with Hexagon wrench.
