Tensioning The Saw Chain - Oregon CS1200-091 Manuel D'instructions Original

Tensioning the Saw Chain

WARNING: An electric power tool
that is plugged in can start accidentally.
Unplug the chainsaw before preparing for
use or performing maintenance.
WARNING: If the chain is still loose
when the saw is at maximum tension,
replace the chain.
IMPORTANT: Only tension the saw chain
when the chain is cool. A hot chain may
contract and damage the guide bar or
chain as it cools.
Wear gloves
• Unplug the chainsaw before tensioning
• Loosen the side cover release knob slightly,
but do not remove the side cover
• Hold up the nose of the guide bar (Fig 18) and
rotate the chain tensioning dial up to tighten
FIG. 18
Chainsaw Model CS1200-091
Maintenance and Cleaning
• Tighten until the lowest cutters underneath
the bar solidly contact the bar (Fig 19)
FIG. 19
• Tighten the side cover release knob
• Lightly pull on the chain The tension is correct
when the chain snaps back after being pulled
3 mm away from the guide bar
• After a short period of use, allow the chain
to cool, unplug the chainsaw and check the
tension again Watch tension carefully for
the first half-hour of use and periodically
throughout the life of the chain readjusting as
required when the chain and bar are cool to
the touch Never tension chain when it is hot
Chain will stretch as a result of normal use,
however, insufficient oil, aggressive use, or
failure to perform recommended maintenance
can lead to premature stretching
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