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MAINTENANCE
• Lay out the new saw chain in a loop and straighten any kinks. The cutters should
face in the direction of chain rotation. If they face backwards, turn the loop over.
• Place the chain drive links into the bar groove.
Cutters Chain Rotation
Chain Drive Links
NOTE: Make certain of direction of the chain.
• Position the chain so there is a loop at the back of the bar.
• Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the loop around the sprocket.
• Make sure the bar hole fits well with bolt for saw chain tension.
• Replace the chain cover.
Bar
Groove
Chain Drive Links