Troubleshooting Section - Black & Decker Alligator 479970-00 Instruction Manual

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Troubleshooting Section

If your saw does not operate correctly check the following:
Problem Possible Cause
• Tool will not • Fuse blown or
start. breaker tripped.
• Extension cord not
plugged in.
• Bar / chain • Chain too tight.
overheated.
• Lubrication
needed.
• Chain is loose. • Chain tension set
incorrectly.
• Poor cut quality
• Chain tension set
incorrectly.
• Chain needs
replacement.
• Unit runs but • Chain installed
does not cut. backwards. See
page 10 for
illustration.
• Chain installed?
Page 13
Possible Solution
• Check fuse or breaker.
• Check to make sure
extension cord is plugged
into a working outlet.
• Refer to section on
adjusting chain tension.
• Refer to sections for chain
oiling application.
• Refer to section for chain
tensioning.
• Refer to section on
adjusting chain tension.
Note: Excessive tension
leads to excessive wear
and reduction in life of bar
& chain. Lubricate after
every 10 minutes of use.
• Refer to section for
installation of chain.
• Refer to sections for
installing and removing
chain.
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