Tensioning The Saw Chain - Oregon PS750-091 Manual Original De Instrucciones

• Tension the chain as described in "Tensioning
the Saw Chain" in the "Preparing for Use"
section of the manual .
IMPORTANT: The saw chain must be
properly tensioned before using. See
"Tensioning the Saw Chain" in the
"Preparing for Use" section of the
manual.

Tensioning the Saw Chain

WARNING: An electric power tool
that is plugged in can start accidentally.
Unplug the pole saw 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 pole saw 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 . 9) and
turn the chain tensioning ring clockwise .
FIG. 9
Pole Saw Model PS750-091
Preparing for Use
• Tighten the chain tensioning ring until the
lowest cutters underneath the bar solidly
contact the bar (Fig . 10) .
FIG. 10
• Tighten the side cover release knob .
• Saw chain tension is correct when, with some
effort, a gloved hand can pull the chain
smoothly around the bar . The chain should
touch the underside of the bar rail (Fig . 11) .
FIG. 11
• After a short period of use, allow the chain
to cool, unplug the pole saw 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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