Echo PPT-265S - Manual (Page 31)

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To Adjust Saw Chain Tension
1. Move stop switch to STOP position.
2. Disconnect spark plug lead.
3. Loosen two gearcase cover nuts (A) until finger tight.
4. Hold the bar nose up, and turn the adjuster screw (B) clockwise un-
til the chain fits snugly against the underside of the bar, as shown.
Cold Chain Only - turn adjuster screw CW an additional 1/8 - 1/4
turn.
5. Tighten both guide bar cover nuts with nose held up. Tighten rear
nut first.
6. Pull the chain around the guide bar by hand. Reduce the chain ten-
sion if you feel tight spots.
7. When chain is properly tensioned, tighten gear case cover nuts
securely.
IMPORTANT
Tighten guide bar cover nuts to 8 - 9 N•m (71 - 80 in. lbs.) DO
NOT over-tighten nuts. Damage may result.
8. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times.
NOTE
All chains require frequent adjustment.
9. Connect spark plug lead.
Guide Bar Cover Cleaning
1. Remove two (2) 6 mm guide bar nuts (A) and guide bar cover
screw (B).
2. Remove guide bar cover (D).
3. Gently brush debris from inside guide bar cover and from around
sprocket.
4. Install guide bar cover (D), install and tighten guide bar nuts, and
install guide bar cover screw (B).
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