Echo PPT-265S - Manual (Page 27)

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GuIde bar and saW chaIn replacement
WARNING
Never try to replace or adjust guide bar and saw chain with engine
running. Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing guide
bar and saw chain. This saw chain is VERY sharp, wear heavy
gloves to protect your hands when handling it. Wear eye protec-
tion meeting CE or ANSI specification Z87.1.
Guide Bar Replacement / Installation
Level 2
Tools Required: 10 x 19 mm (13/32 x 3/4 in.) T-wrench, 4mm Hex
Wrench
1. Remove two (2) 6 mm guide bar nuts (A) and guide bar cover
screw (B), and turn saw chain tension adjustment screw (C) coun-
terclockwise to release tension.
2. Remove guide bar cover (D).
3. Remove guide bar and saw chain from gear case and sprocket.
4. Remove chain from guide bar and check guide bar for damage and
excessive or uneven wear. Replace guide bar if necessary.
5. Install chain on guide bar with cutters on top of bar facing toward
bar tip.
6. Install guide bar and chain on gear case, engaging chain with drive
sprocket (E).
7. Turn tension adjustment screw clockwise to take up slack in saw
chain.
8. Install guide bar cover (D), and tighten guide bar nuts finger tight
and install guide bar cover screw (B).
9. Adjust chain tension.
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