Echo PPT-265S User Manual

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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 gearcase 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 gearcase 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

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).

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).