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Tensioning the Saw Chain
Tensioning the Saw Chain
(Side chain tensioner)
(Quick chain tensioner)
12
1
2
13
1
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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:
Retensioning during cutting work:
:
Shut off the engine first –
and then loosen the nuts.
:
:
Shut off the engine.
Pull out the hinged clip and loosen
the wingnut.
:
Hold the bar nose up and use
screwdriver to turn tensioning screw
:
:
Turn the adjusting wheel (1)
clockwise as far as stop.
(1)
clockwise until chain fits snugly
against the underside of the bar.
:
:
Pull out the hinged clip (13) so that
it snaps into position.
Tighten down the wingnut (2) firmly
by hand.
:
:
While still holding the bar nose up,
tighten down the nuts firmly.
Engage wingnut and tighten it down
moderately.
:
:
Fold down the hinged clip.
Go to “Tensioning the Saw Chain”
Follow instructions in "Checking
Chain Tension".
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"
A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time.
:
Check chain tension frequently –
see "During Operation".
:
Check chain tension frequently –
see "Operating Instructions".
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MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C
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