Replacing And Tensioning The Saw Chain - Hakki Pilke 43 Pro Instructions For Assembly, Operation And Maintenance

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Replacing and tensioning the saw chain

The Hakki Pilke 43 firewood processor comes standard with a patented AC10™ automatic cutting chain
tensioner. When the machine is running, the hydraulic cylinder pushes the saw motor backwards with a
constant force, keeping the cutting chain's tension optimal. The operator does not need to worry about
the cutting chain's tension.
Replace the cutting chain as follows:
1. Turn off the machine, disconnect it from its power source and open the machine guard.
2. Turn lever A (Figure 25) to the OFF position to release the pressure in the automatic cutting chain
tensioner.
3. Put on gloves and pull the cutting chain downwards at the middle of the beam. This will loosen the
chain and allow you to remove it.
4. Install the new cutting chain and ensure that the cutting teeth come first in relation to the rotating
direction.
5. Turn lever A (Figure 25) to the ON position, as shown in Figure 25.
6. Close the machine guard and turn on the machine. This will automatically tension the cutting chain to
the right tension and raise the saw bar.
Figure 25.
To check the tension of the cutting chain, wear protective gloves and pull the lower edge of the chain at
the middle of the beam. The tension is correct if you can pull out three teeth by applying moderate force.
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