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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Bar and chain Check chain tension for
Loosen the chain if it is too tight.
Refer to Adjusting the Chain Tension
earlier in this manual.
running hot and overtightened condition.
Loosen the chain if it is too tight.
Refer to Adjusting the Chain Tension
earlier in this manual.
smoking.
Chain oil tank empty. Check oil tank.
Motor runs, but Chain tension too tight.
chain is not rotating.
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 or replace the chain.
Beep sound is
heard while
a
Chain saw stops
while cutting.
Chain saw is overloaded.
Release the trigger to reset the internal
circuit breaker.
Do not force the chain saw.
ttempting to start.
Chai
Battery requires charging.
n Brake is engaged
R
Charge the battery. Refer to the battery
and charger manual for correct charging
procedures.
efer to Starting Instructions
rotates but does not
cut. Chain on backwards. Reverse direction of chain.
TROUBLESHOOTING