Tightening and checking the saw chain
& WARNING!
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Wear protective gloves! There is a danger of injury from the sharp
cutting teeth!
♦
Turn the chain-tensioner screw l4l) in a clockwise direction using the
flat-blade screwdriver (i to increase the tension.
a.
♦
The saw chain
must lie against the underside of the blade. Check
a.
whether the saw chain
can be drawn over the blade � by hand.
NOTE
a.
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A new saw chain
stretches and must be tightened more frequently.
Lubricating the chain
♦
Remove the oil filler cap�-
♦
Fill oil tank� with organic chain oil .
♦
The chain lubrication can be increased or decreased using the oil
adjusting screw/!).
♦
Press and then turn the oil adjusting screw I!) clockwise to decrease
the chain lubrication.
♦
Press and then turn the oil adjusting screw I!) anticlockwise to increase
the chain lubrication .
.&,WARNING!
►
Never work without lubricating the chain first!
If the saw chain runs dry, the cutting equipment may become irrepar
ably damaged within a short time. Always check chain lubrication
and oil level in the tank before starting work.
NOTE
►
Use only saw chain oil. Preferably biodegradable. Do not use waste
oil, motor oil, etc.
►
While working, check whether the chain lubrication is working
correctly.
Sharpening the saw chain
NOTE
►
A bench grinder can be attached to the bench grinder support� for
a secure grip during grinding.
►
You will find detailed information on sharpening in a sharpening set,
e.g. from Oregon.
►
Alternatively, you can use an electrical saw chain sharpening device
and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
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If you have any doubts about carrying out the work, the saw chain
should be replaced.
Attaching the extension attachment
.&. CAUTION!
■
Do not use the extension attachment/boom
with the 3-section cutting blade/strimmer attachment!
NOTE
►
Use the extension attachment/boom
heights.
♦
Fit the extension attachment/boom
the hedge trimmer/pole pruner. The assembly is carried out in the
same manner as for the attachments described previously.
in combination
for working at greater
between the engine unit and
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