Desa 11174-01 - 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 ten-
sion always. A loose chain will increase
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 Chain Tensioning Screw on Model
107624-01, -02
Figure 6 - Turn Chain Tensioning Knob on Model
107625-01, -02, 111174-01
Chain Tensioning Screw
Adjustment
Block
Chain Tensioning
Knob
Adjustment Block
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.
LOOSEN
LOOSE
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T EN
Loosen both nuts...
If chain becomes loose around guide
bar, allow chain to cool then...
Turn chain tensioning screw clockwise
to tension saw chain or...
Models 107624-01
and 107624-02