Saw Chain Tension Adjustment - Remington M15012US Manuel Du Propriétaire

SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: Unplug chain saw from
power source before adjusting saw
chain tension.
WARNING: Cutting edges on chain
are sharp. Use protective gloves when
handling chain.
WARNING: Maintain proper
chain tension always. A loose chain
will increase the risk of kickback. A
loose chain may jump out of guide
bar groove. This may injure operator
and damage chain. A loose chain will
cause chain, guide bar, and sprocket
to wear rapidly.
IMPORTANT!
Failure to follow these instructions when ten-
sioning saw chain will damage saw and void the
warranty. For additional information call 1-800-
626-2237.
New saw chains will stretch. Check chain tension
frequently when fi rst used and tighten when chain
becomes loose around guide bar.
❶
If chain becomes loose around guide
bar, allow chain to cool then...
❷
Loosen nut...
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❸
Turn chain tensioning screw
clockwise to tension saw chain...
❹
Guide Bar
Pull chain to check tension. Guide
links should not come out of guide
bar groove...
❺
Tighten nut with wrench. A
slight sag of 1/8" between chain
and bottom of guide bar is
acceptable.
12
Approx.
5/32"