Operation Manual

8 MS 241 C
3. Troubleshooting
3.1 Clutch
Problem Cause Remedy
Saw chain becomes stuck under
full load
Clutch shoes badly worn Install new clutch
Clutch drum badly worn Install new clutch drum
Saw chain rotates at idle speed Idle speed too high Check M-Tronic
Tension springs of the clutch shoes
are stretched
Replace tension springs, replace
clutch if necessary
Tension springs of the clutch shoes
are broken
Replace tension springs
Loud noises Tension springs stretched Replace all tension springs
Needle cage damaged Replace needle cage
Clutch shoe retainer broken Examine retainer, replace if
necessary
Clutch shoes and carrier worn Install new clutch