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Chainsaws
Guide Bar and Saw Chain Installation and Removal
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Raise the handle (A) of the sprocket cover knob (B).
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Loosen the sprocket cover (C) by turning the sprocket cover knob (B) counterclockwise.
3
Remove the sprocket cover (C).
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Mount the guide bar (D) and slide toward sprocket (E) to make saw chain installation easier.
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Ensure that chain tension adjuster (F) fits into guide bar hole.
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Install saw chain as shown (ensure cutters are pointing in the right direction).
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Install sprocket cover onto guide bar stud. Tighten sprocket cover knob four turns.
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Hold the guide bar nose up and turn the chain tension knob (G) clockwise until the chain fits snugly against the underside of the guide bar.
9
Tighten sprocket cover knob with the guide bar nose held up.
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