Homelite HOMCS10VNM User Manual - Page 17

MAINTENANCE WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, make sure the switch trigger is locked out in the off position when cleaning or performing any maintenance. WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which could result in serious personal injury. WARNING: Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing and head protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse off your product and do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions. Store indoors in a dry area. Corrosive liquids, water, and chemicals can enter the product's electronic components and/or battery compartment and damage electronic components and/or the battery pack, which can result in a short circuit, increased risk of fire, and serious personal injury. Remove any buildup of dirt and debris by wiping the product clean with a dry cloth occasionally. NOTICE: Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or an authorized service center for assistance. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc. REPLACING BAR AND CHAIN See Figures 13 - 18. WARNING: Make sure the switch trigger is locked out in the off position and the chain has stopped before you do any work on the saw. Failure to do so may result in accidental starting and possible serious injury. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, read and understand all the safety instructions in this section. WARNING: Never touch or adjust the chain while the motor is running. The saw chain is very sharp; always wear protective gloves when performing maintenance to the chain to avoid possible serious lacerations. CAUTION: Always wear gloves when handling the bar and chain; these components are sharp and may contain burrs.  Make sure the switch trigger is locked out in the off position. n Rotate chain cover lock knob counterclockwise 1/2 to 1 turns. n Rotate the chain tension adjustment ring counterclockwise two clicks. n Rotate the chain cover lock knob counterclockwise until chain cover can be removed. n Remove chain cover. n Remove the bar and chain from mounting surface. n Remove the old chain from the bar. n Remove the slotted fastener with a screwdriver. n Install the chain tension assembly on the new bar by in- serting the alignment tab into one bar hole and installing the screw through the other. Tighten securely. Page 13 - English