Tensioning The Chain; Checking Chain Tension; Adjusting The Throttle Cable - Stihl HT 75 Instruction Manual

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Tensioning the Chain

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Retensioning during cutting work:
Stopping the engine
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Loosen the nut.
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Hold the bar nose up.
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Use a screwdriver to turn the
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tensioning screw (1) clockwise until
the chain fits snugly against the
underside of the bar.
While still holding the bar nose up,
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tighten down the nut firmly.
Go to "Checking Chain Tension".
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A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time.
Check chain tension frequently –
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see chapter on "Operating
Instructions".
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Checking Chain Tension

Shut off the engine
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Wear work gloves to protect your
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hands.
The chain must fit snugly against
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the underside of the bar and it must
still be possible to pull the chain
along the bar by hand.
If necessary, retension the chain.
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A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time.
Check chain tension frequently –
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see chapter on "Operating
Instructions".

Adjusting the Throttle Cable

A properly adjusted throttle cable is the
precondition for correct operation in the
starting throttle, idle and full throttle
positions.
Adjust the throttle cable only when the
machine is completely and properly
assembled.
Use a suitable tool to push the slide
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to the end of the slot (see
illustration).
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Press down the trigger lockout (1)
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and squeeze the throttle trigger (2)
(full throttle position) – this sets the
throttle cable correctly.
HT 75