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