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12.
Turn the lever clockwise until the sprocket cover is
secured then return it to the original position.
1
2
Fig.15
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1.
Lever
2.
Sprocket cover
Removing the saw chain
To remove the saw chain, perform the following steps:
1.
Release the chain brake by pulling the front hand
guard.
2.
Turn the adjusting dial to "-" direction to release
the saw chain tension.
1
Fig.16
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1.
Adjusting dial
3.
Pull the lever up while pressing its edge.
1
Fig.17
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1.
Lever
4.
Turn the lever counterclockwise until the sprocket
cover comes off.
1
2
Fig.18
►
1.
Lever
2.
Sprocket cover
5.
Remove the sprocket cover then remove the saw
chain and guide bar from the chain saw body.
Adjusting saw chain tension
CAUTION:
Carry out the procedure of install-
ing or removing saw chain in a clean place free
from sawdust and the like.
CAUTION:
Do not tighten the saw chain too
much.
Excessively high tension of saw chain may
cause breakage of saw chain, wear of the guide bar
and breakage of the adjusting dial.
CAUTION:
A chain which is too loose can
jump off the bar and it may cause an injury
accident.