Adjusting chain tension – Echo CS-680 User Manual

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7. Turn saw over and check brake band for correct

position on clutch drum. If brake band is not in
place around drum, remove cover, make sure
brake is unlocked, and reinstall. Tighten clutch
cover nuts finger tight.

WARNING

Improper clutch cover assembly can result
in serious injury, and will cause severe saw
damage if unit is started. Never start or
operate saw if brake band is not in place
on clutch drum. Always check chain brake
operation after replacing cover. Do not use
saw if chain brake does not function properly.

ADJUSTING CHAIN TENSION

IMPORTANT

Always loosen clutch cover nuts before turning
the chain tension adjuster, otherwise the clutch
cover and tensioner will be damaged.

1. Remove spark plug lead. (See page 25)

2. Unlock the chain brake and loosen two clutch

cover nuts, if necessary.

3. Hold the bar nose up, and turn the adjuster

screw clockwise until chain fits snugly against
underside of the bar.

4. Tighten both nuts with the bar nose held up.

5. Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen

the adjustment if you feel tight spots.

6. When chain is properly tensioned, tighten clutch

cover nuts securely - 20 to 23 N·m (175 to 200
in. lb.).

7. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times.

Adjusting screw

Proper tension

Improper tension

Direction to tension the chain

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