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Tensioning the Saw Chain
(side chain tensioner)
Tensioning the Saw Chain
(quick chain tensioner)
4
5
1
2
1
When fitting the chain sprocket cover,
check that the teeth of the tensioning
gear and adjusting wheel mesh properly.
N
If necessary, turn the adjusting
wheel (4) slightly until the sprocket
cover can be pushed flush against
the engine housing.
Retensioning during cutting work:
Retensioning during cutting work:
N
N
N
N
Shut off the engine.
Loosen the nuts.
N
N
Shut off the engine.
Pull out the hinged clip and loosen
the wingnut.
N
N
N
Pull out the hinged clip (5) so that it
snaps into position.
Hold the bar nose up.
N
N
Turn the adjusting wheel (1)
clockwise as far as stop.
Use a screwdriver to turn the
tensioning screw (1) clockwise until
the chain fits snugly against the
underside of the bar.
Engage wingnut and tighten it down
moderately.
Tighten down the wingnut (2) firmly
by hand.
Go to chapter on "Tensioning the
Saw Chain"
N
N
While still holding the bar nose up,
tighten down the nuts firmly.
N
N
Fold down the hinged clip.
Go to "Tensioning the Saw Chain"
Go to "Checking Chain Tension".
A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time.
A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time.
N
Check chain tension frequently –
see chapter on "Operating
Instructions".
N
Check chain tension frequently –
see chapter on "Operating
Instructions".
MS 261, MS 261 C
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