Adjusting Saw Chain Tension; Operation - Makita UC120D Instruction Manual

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1. Hex socket head bolt
1. Hex socket head bolt
2. Hex wrench

OPERATION

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1. Chain oil
2. Saw chain

Adjusting saw chain tension

The saw chain may become loose after many hours of use.
From time to time check the saw chain tension before use.
Grasp the saw chain in the middle of the guide bar and lift up.
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The gap between the guide bar and the tie strap of the saw
chain should be approx. 2 - 3 mm (5/64" - 7/64"). If the gap is
2 - 3 mm
not approx. 2 - 3 mm (5/64" - 7/64"), slightly loosen the hex
socket head bolt which secures the guide bar. The gap will
be automatically adjusted to approx. 2 -3 mm (5/64" - 7/64")
by the saw chain tension adjusting spring.
Then tighten the hex socket head bolt securely after making
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sure that gap is approx. 2 - 3 mm (5/64" - 7/64").
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Lubrication
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before lubricating the saw
chain.
• Always use vegetable oil when pruning fruit trees.
Mineral oil may harm trees.
Lubricate the whole saw chain evenly before each use. Also
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lubricate it whenever replacing a fully discharged battery car-
tridge with a charged one.
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