Kobalt A011038 Manual Del Usuario página 13

PREPARATION
ADJUST THE CHAIN TENSION
Always check the chain tension before use, after the first cuts and regularly during use,
approx. every 10 minutes. Upon initial operation, new chains can lengthen considerably.
WARNING: Unplug the chainsaw from the power source before adjusting the saw chain
tension.
WARNING: Cutting edges on the chain are sharp. Use protective gloves when handling the
chain.
WARNING: Maintain proper chain tension always. A loose chain will increase the risk of
kickback. A loose chain may jump out of the guide bar groove. This may injure the operator
and damage the chain. A loose chain will cause the chain, chain bar, and sprocket to wear
rapidly.
The chain life of the saw chain mainly depends upon sufficient lubrication and correct
tensioning.
Avoid tensioning the chain if it is hot, as this will cause the chain to become over tensioned
when it cools down.
Please check the chain tension before use. If the chain tension is incorrect, tighten or loosen the
chain and bar to the best position. The chain saw can be used only on the condition that the chain
tension is correct and the bar is fixed for safety.
The correct chain tension is reached when the chain can be raised approx. 2-3mm from the chain
bar in the center. This should be done by using one hand in a glove to raise the chain against the
weight of the chain saw.
The chain tension of the chain saw can be adjusted by turning the chain tensioning knob.
Loosen the chain bar by turning the cover release knob anticlockwise until it is slightly loose (usually
half or one cycle away).
Tighten the chain tensioning knob clockwise a little every time to check the chain tension until it is
correct.
When the chain tension is correct, please fix the position of the chain tensioning knob with one
hand while turning back the cover release knob clockwise with another hand to the end.
2-3mm
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Chain tensioning knob