Instructions / Assembly

6. Retighten the chain cover bolt securely.

7. Return the lower jaw to the closed position by pulling back on the front handle and allowing the

handle to move all the way forward.

NOTE: New chain tends to stretch; check chain tension

frequently and tension as required.

NOTICE: Chain tensioned while warm, can be too tight upon cooling. Check the “ cold tension”

before next use.

REPLACING THE BAR AND CHAIN

See fig. 9-15

WARNING:

To avoid possible serious injury, stop the motor and disconnect from power supply before

replacing the bar, chain, or performing any maintenance operation.

CAUTION:

Always wear gloves when handling the bar and chain; these components are sharp and may

contain burrs.

1. Pull the front handle all the way back and depress the

lower jaw lock button. Keep the button depressed while

releasing the handle to lock the lower jaw in the open

position.

2. Remove the chain cover bolt using the combination

wrench provided. Remove the chain cover and set aside.

3. Rotate the chain tensioning screw counterclockwise as

needed to release the chain tension.

4. Remove the bar and chain from the mounting surface.

5. Remove the old chain from the bar.

6. Lay out the new saw chain in a loop and straighten any

kinks. The cutters should face in the direction of chain

rotation. If they face backwards, turn the loop over.

7. Place the chain drive links into the bar groove as shown.

NOTE: Make certain of direction of chain.

8. Position the chain so there is a loop at the back of the bar.

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