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Step 9 - Check the Saw Chain Tension
Maintenance
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9a. Check the Saw Chain Tension
CAUTION!
It is essential that the correct saw chain tension is maintained. This will ensure that the saw
chain
, drive sprocket, guide bar
and engine do not wear prematurely.
WARNING!
Always wear suitable gloves when operating chainsaw to protect your hands from flying
debris and/or sharp objects. It is particularly important to wear protective gloves when assembling or
maintaining the saw chain.
Using a screwdriver, turn the tension adjustment screw
clockwise or anti-clockwise to adjust the
saw chain
tension.
Turn the tension adjustment screw
anticlockwise to decrease the tension.
Turn the tension adjustment screw
clockwise to increase the tension.
The saw chain must fit snugly all the way around the guide bar
as shown.
Using a gloved hand, ensure the saw chain
is free to move. If the saw chain
does not move,
decrease the tension.