English / USA
Tensioning the Saw Chain
(Side chain tensioner)
12
11
13
1
:
Fit the chain sprocket cover so that
the wingnut locates on the collar
screw (11).
:
When fitting the chain sprocket
cover, check that the teeth of the
tensioning gear and adjusting wheel
mesh properly. If necessary, turn the
adjusting wheel (12) slightly until the
sprocket cover can be pushed flush
against the engine housing.
Retensioning during cutting work:
:
Shut off the engine first –
and then loosen the nuts.
:
Hold the bar nose up and use
screwdriver to turn tensioning screw
(1)
clockwise until chain fits snugly
against the underside of the bar.
:
:
Pull out the hinged handle (13) so
:
:
While still holding the bar nose up,
that it snaps into position.
tighten down the nuts firmly.
Engage wingnut and tighten it down
Go to “Tensioning the Saw Chain”
moderately.
A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time.
Go to chapter "Tensioning the Saw
Chain".
:
Check chain tension frequently –
see "During Operation".
MS 280 C
33
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