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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
Release cylinder cover latches (A) by inserting screw driver (B) and lifting latch tip as shown. Remove cylinder cover (C).
2
Remove spark plug lead.
3
Unlock chain brake.
4
Loosen sprocket guard nuts (D)
5
Hold bar nose up, and turn adjuster screw (E) clockwise until chain contacts underside of bar.
6
Tighten sprocket guard nuts (D) with bar nose held up.
7
Pull chain around bar by hand. Loosen adjustment if you feel tight spots.
8
Assemble components in reverse order
9
Keep chain properly tensioned at all times.
Note: All chains require frequent adjustments.