Instruction Manual

MS 461 R
English
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N Fit the guide bar over the studs(1) –
the cutting edges on the top of the
bar must point to the right.
N Engage the peg of the tensioner
slide in the locating hole(2) –- place
the chain over sprocket(3) at the
same time.
N Turn the tensioning
screw(4)clockwise until there is
very little chain sag on the
underside of the bar – and the drive
link tangs are engaged in the bar
groove.
N Refit the sprocket cover and screw
on the nuts only fingertight.
N Go to chapter on "Tensioning the
Saw Chain"
For retensioning during operation:
N Switch off the engine
N Put on protective gloves
Versions with depth limiter (special
accessory)
N Loosen adjusting screw(1)
N Push the slide(2) toward the engine
as far as it will go
N continue with "For all versions"
For all versions
N Loosen nuts
N Raise the guide bar at the nose
N Use the screwdriver to turn the
screw(1) to the right until the saw
chain rests against the underside of
the guide bar
N Raise the guide bar further and
tighten the nuts securely
N Continue with "Checking the chain
tension"
A new saw chain must be retensioned
more frequently than one that has been
in use already for an extended period!
N Check chain tension frequently –
see "Operating Instructions"
3
1
1
2
4
001BA187 KN
Tensioning the Chain
1
3443BA033 KN
2
1