Operation Manual

17HT 70, HT 75
english
Retensioning during cutting work:
: Shut off the engine and then
slacken the nut.
: Hold the bar nose up.
: Use screwdriver to turn the
tensioning screw (1) clockwise until
chain fits snugly against the
underside of the bar.
Tighten down the nut firmly.
A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time – check chain tension
frequently – see chapter "Operating
Instructions / During Operation“.
: Check chain tension.
: Shut down the engine.
: Wear work gloves to protect hands.
: Chain must fit snugly against the
underside of the bar and it must still
be possible to pull the chain along
the bar by hand.
: If necessary, retension the chain.
A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time.
Check chain tension frequently –
see chapter "Operating Instructions /
During Operation“.
A properly adjusted throttle cable is
the precondition for correct
operation in the full throttle, starting
throttle and idle positions.
Adjust the throttle cable only after
the unit is fully assembled.
: Use a suitable tool to push the slide
to the bottom of the slot (see
illustration).
* see "Guide to Using this Manual"
Tensioning the Saw Chain
1
390BA045 KN
Checking Chain Tension
390BA046 KN
Adjusting the Throttle
Cable*
002BA163 KN