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Chainsaws
Adjusting Chain Tension
Always loosen sprocket guard nuts before turning the chain tension adjuster, otherwise the sprocket guard and tensioner will be damaged.
1
Remove air filter cover and disconnect spark plug lead.
2
Unlock the chain break and loosen sprocket guard nuts.
3
Hold the bar nose up, and turn the adjuster toward (+) until chain contacts underside of the bar.
4
Tighten nuts with the bar nose held up.
5
Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen the adjustment if you feel tight spots.
6
Assemble components in reverse order
Keep chain properly tensioned at all times.
Note: All chains require frequent adjustments.