Desa 107624-01 - Manual (Page 10)

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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 in-
crease 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.
Figure 5 - Turn Adjusting Screw on Model
107624-01, -02
Figure 6 - Turn Thumbscrew on Model 107625-
01, -02, 111174-01
Adjusting Screw
Nib
Thumbscrew
Nib E-Ring
ASSEMBLY
Continued
IMPORTANT!
Failure to follow these instructions when tensioning
saw chain will damage saw and void the warranty.
For additional information call 1-800-858-8501.
New saw chains will stretch. Check chain tension
frequently when first used and tighten when chain
becomes loose around guide bar.
LOOSE
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LOOS
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T EN
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Loosen both nuts...
If chain becomes loose around guide
bar, allow chain to cool then...
Turn adjusting screw clockwise to
tension saw chain or...
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Models 107624-01
and 107624-02
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