Pay aמּention to the correct direction of the saw chain. (F2)
(1) Moving direction.
5. Fit the chain cover to the power unit and fasten the nuts until tightened.
6. While holding up the tip of the bar, adjust the chain tension by turning the tensioner screw until the
tie straps just touch the boמּom side of the bar rail. (F3)
7. Tighten the nuts securely with the bar tip held up (12-15 N.m). Then check the chain for smooth
rotation and proper tension while moving it by hand. If necessary, readjust with the chain cover loose.
8. Tighten the tensioner screw.
(1) Loosen.
(2) Tighten.
(3) Tensioner screw.
NOTE: A new chain will expand its length in the beginning of use. Check and readjust the tension
frequently as a loose chain can easily derail or cause rapid wear of itself and the guide bar.
6. FUEL AND CHAIN OIL
WARNING! Gasoline is very flammable. Avoid smoking or bringing any flame or sparks near fuel.
Wipe up all spills before starting the engine.
Make sure to stop the engine and allow it to cool before starting the engine.
Keep open flames away from the area where fuel is handled or stored.
IMPORTANT
• Never use oil for 4 cycle engine use or water cooled 2-cycle engine.
• Never use fuel with no oil (raw gasoline).
• Never use fuel laced with water.
• Mixed fuel that has been leﬞ unused for a period of one month or more may clog the carburetor or
result in the engine failing to operate properly. Store remaining fuel in an air-tight container and keep it
in a dark and cool room.
• Please ask for "mixed gasoline for air-cooled 2-cycle engines" at your nearest gas station, or use fuel
made by puמּing unleaded gasoline for automobiles and air-cooled 2-cycle engine oil into a mixing
container in accordance with the following ratios and then shaking to mix well.
F2
(1)
F3
(1)
(2)
(3)
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