IMPORTANT
: Proper chain adjustment is essential for maximum performance,
long chain life, and operator safety. Always inspect chain tension before
operating the pole pruner.
1. Place the pole primer on a clean, flat Surface. (For readjustment during
operation, shut down the engine, then allow the guide bar and chain to cool
before proceeding with the adjustment procedure.
2. Loosen the sprocket cover nut with a plug wrench (Fig. PP5)
3. Lift the nose of the guide bar while turning the chain tensioning screw. See
Fig.PP6
Clockwise to tighten the chain
Counterclockwise to loosen the chain.
4. Pull the chain by hand along the top of the guide bar several times from the
engine to the bar's tip. The chain should feel snug but still pull freely. See
Fig.PP7.
5. Tighten the sprocket cover nut securely while lifting the tip of the guide bar.
6. Inspect the chain for correct adjustment (more frequently with a new chain).
The chain should feel snug but still pull freely.
8.3.4 Chain Oiler
WARNING!
Never fill the oil reservoir nor adjust the oiler with the engine running
IMPORTANT
: The service life of the chain and guide bar is affected by the chain
and guide lubricant. Using superior lubricant such as genuine Bar and Chain Oil
will help ensure a long service life. For cold weather operation, mix bar and chain
oil with an equal part of kerosene.
A. Filing the Oil Reservoir
The oil reservoir has a capacity sufficient to provide about 40 minutes of cutting
time (when set to deliver the minimum flow rate)
1. Place the pole pruner on a clean, flat surface with the oil filler cap facing up.
See FigPP8.
Wipe off any debris from the oil cap and from around the oil filler neck.
2. Remove the oil filler cap (1) and fill the reservoir with bar and chain oil, then
replace the cap (1).
3. Wipe up spilled oil from the unit before restarting the pole.
