Stihl HT 101 Product Instruction Manual - Page 19
Tensioning the Chain, Checking Chain Tension
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51 43 Tensioning the Chain English Checking Chain Tension 390BA044 KN 390BA045 KN 390BA046 KN N Fit the guide bar over the screw (3) and engage peg of tensioner slide in the hole (4) - place the chain over the sprocket (5) at the same time. N Turn the tensioning screw (1) clockwise until there is very little chain sag on the underside of the bar - and the drive link tangs are engaged in the bar groove. N Refit the cover and screw on the nut fingertight. N Go to chapter on "Tensioning the Saw Chain" 1 Retensioning during cutting work: N Stopping the engine N Loosen the nut. N Hold the bar nose up. N Use a screwdriver to turn the tensioning screw (1) clockwise until the chain fits snugly against the underside of the bar. N While still holding the bar nose up, tighten down the nut firmly. N Go to "Checking Chain Tension". A new chain has to be retensioned more often than one that has been in use for some time. N Check chain tension frequently - see chapter on "Operating Instructions". N Shut off the engine N Wear work gloves to protect your hands. N The chain must fit snugly against the underside of the bar and it must still be possible to pull the chain along the bar by hand. N If necessary, retension the chain. A new chain has to be retensioned more often than one that has been in use for some time. N Check chain tension frequently - see chapter on "Operating Instructions". HT 100, HT 101, HT 130, HT 131 17
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