Troubleshooting Section
If your saw does not operate correctly check the following:
Problem
Possible Cause
• Tool will not
• Fuse blown or
start.
breaker tripped.
• Extension cord not
plugged in.
• Bar / chain
• Chain too tight.
overheated.
• Lubrication
needed.
• Chain is loose.
• Chain tension set
incorrectly.
• Poor cut quality
• Chain tension set
incorrectly.
• Chain needs
replacement.
• Unit runs but
• Chain installed
does not cut.
backwards.
See page 10 for
illustration.
• Chain installed?
Possible Solution
• Check fuse or breaker.
• Check to make sure
extension cord is plugged
into a working outlet.
• Refer to section on
adjusting chain tension.
• Refer to sections for chain
oiling application.
• Refer to section for chain
tensioning.
• Refer to section on
adjusting chain tension.
Note: Excessive tension
leads to excessive wear
and reduction in life of bar
& chain. Lubricate after
every 10 minutes of use.
• Refer to section for
installation of chain.
• Refer to sections for
installing and removing
chain.
TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warranties this product to be free from
defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years
following the date of purchase, provided that the product is used
in a home environment. This limited warranty does not cover
failures due to abuse, accidental damage or when repairs have
been made or attempted by anyone other than Black & Decker and
its Authorized Service Centers. A defective product meeting the
warranty conditions set forth herein will be replaced or repaired at no
charge in either of two ways:
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product
to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store
is a participating retailer).Returns should be made within the time
period of the retailer's policy for exchanges. Proof of purchase may
be required. Please check with the retailer for its specific return
policy regarding time limits for returns or exchanges. The second
option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker
owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at
Black & Decker's option. Proof of purchase may be required. Black
& Decker owned and authorized service centers are listed under
"Tools–Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory or online
at www.blackanddecker.com.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from
state to state. Should you have any questions, contact the manager
of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not
intended for commercial use, and accordingly, such commercial use
of this product will void this warranty. All other guarentees, express
or implied, are hereby disclaimed.
LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in
Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, check country
specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the
local company or see the website for such information.
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.
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