REPLACING THE SAW CHAIN
AND CHAIN BAR
WARNING!
Do not connect the chain saw to extension
cord and power source before it is completely
assembled. Always use gloves when handling
the chain.
WARNING!
When handling saw chains, always wear
protective gloves.
APPROVED SAW BAR/SAW CHAIN:
Model Number
Saw Bar:
Saw Chain:
Model Number
Saw Bar:
Saw Chain:
Replace chain when cutters are too worn
to sharpen or when chain breaks. Only use
replacement chain noted in this manual.
Always include new drive sprocket when
replacing chain. This will maintain proper
driving of chain.
surface.
2. Rotate the bar adjust locking knob
counterclockwise (Fig. 20) to remove the
cover from the saw's body.
3. Wearing protective gloves, wrap the saw
chain around the chain bar, making sure
that the teeth are aimed in the direction of
rotation. The chain should be properly set
in the slot running along the entire outside
edge of the chain bar.
(Fig. 21) while lining up the slot in the chain
bar with the internal bolt at the base of the
saw and the chain tensioning pin in the
chain bar's pin hole (Fig. 18). The chain
tensioning pin may need adjustment to
properly align with the hole in the chain bar.
Use the chain tensioning wheel to adjust its
5. Turn the chain tensioning wheel to
preliminarily tighten the chain bar enough
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that it stays in place. While holding the bar
still, place the cover back onto the saw.
Make sure the tab properly lines up with
the slot on the body of the saw (Fig. 22).
Lock the cover in place with the cover
locking knob by turning it clockwise until it
engages. Adjust the chain tension.
REPLACING THE POWER CORD
If the supply cord of this power tool is
damaged, it must be replaced by a specially
prepared cord. Inspect the power cord and
plug often. If damaged, have replaced by a
Locking Knob
Fig. 20
Sprocket
Fig. 21
Fig. 22
Internal Bolt
Chain Tensioning Pin
19