Problem
• Chain saw will not start. • Cord not plugged in.
• Bar / chain overheated.
• Chain is loose.
• Poor cut quality.
• Unit runs but does
not cut.
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the service center nearest you or call the BLACK+DECKER help line at 1-800-544-6986.
laTIn aMerIca: This warranty does not
apply to products sold in Latin America.
For products sold in Latin America, check
country specific warranty information
contained in the packaging, call the local
company or see the website for such
information.
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Possible cause
• Circuit fuse is blown.
• Circuit breaker is tripped. • Reset circuit breaker. (If the product
• Cord or switch is
damaged.
• Lock-off button not
actuated.
• Chain too tight.
• Lubrication needed.
• Chain tension set
incorrectly.
• Chain tension set
incorrectly.
• Chain needs to be
sharpened.
• Chain needs
replacement.
• Chain installed
backwards.
Imported by
Black+Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.
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Possible Solution
• Plug chain saw into a working outlet.
• Replace circuit fuse. (If the
product repeatedly causes the
circuit fuse to blow, discontinue use
immediately and have it serviced
at a BLACK+DECKER service center
or authorized servicer.)
repeatedly causes the circuit
breaker to trip, discontinue use
immediately and have it serviced
at a BLACK+DECKER service
center or authorized servicer.)
• Have cord or switch replaced at
BLACK+DECKER Service Center or
Authorized Servicer.
• Push lock off button and then
depress the trigger switch.
• Refer to "adjusting chain
tension" section.
• Refer to "filling the oil reservoir"
section.
• Refer to "adjusting chain
tension" section.
• Refer to "adjusting chain
tension" section.
• Refer to "saw chain sharpening"
section.
Note: Excessive tension leads to
excessive wear and reduction in
life of bar & chain. Ensure too is
always adequately filled with
proper oil.
Refer to "replacing the saw chain"
section.
• Refer to sections for installing
and removing chain.