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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Bar and chain Check chain tension for Tension chain. Refer to Chain Tension
running hot and overtightened condition. earlier in this manual.
smoking.
Chain oil tank empty. Check oil tank.
Motor runs, but Chain tension too tight. Retention chain. Refer to Chain Tension
chain is not rotating. earlier in this manual.
Check guide bar and chain Refer to Replacing the Bar and Chain
assembly. earlier in this manual.
Check guide bar and chain for Inspect guide bar and chain for damage.
damage.
Motor runs, chain Dull chain. Sharpen chain.
Beep sound is
heard while
attempting to start.
Chain Brake is engaged
Refer to Starting Instructions
rotates but does not
cut. Chain on backwards. Reverse direction of chain.
TROUBLESHOOTING