Chain Tensioning System; Chain Tensioner / Function / Assembly - Makita EA6100P Repair Manual

01 CHAIN TENSIONING SYSTEM

Remove the sprocket guard, bar, and chain.
CAUTION: Do not work on the chain brake
unless the spring is detensioned!
Chain tensioner
Unscrew 4 screws, and remove the cover.
Chain tensioner function
An angled worm drive converts the turns
of the adjustment screw 1 to forward or
backward motion of the tensioning pin 2.
Repair Manual EA6100P / EA6101P
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If necessary, turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise,
until the fastening screw 3 is accessible.
Unscrew the fastening screw and pull the
chain tensioner up and out.
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Assembly
NOTE: The worm gear is available only as a set.
Grease spindle and worm gear with multi-
purpose grease (944.360.000).
Lock the cover bolts with Loctite 601.
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