Adjusting The Chain Tension; Using The Chain Saw; Cutting - Fieldmann FZP 2030 E Manual

9. ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION

ATTENTION!
Due to the effect of higher temperatures, during operation the saw chain has a tendency to lengthen. Longer
chain is released
and can slip off the guide bar.
ATTENTION!
This chain saw has a chain tensioning system that does not require any tools.
Loosen the sprocket cover fastening knob (fig. 1, point 7).
Make sure the chain is seated in the guide groove of the guide bar.
Turn the chain release screw (fig. 1, point 6) clockwise to tighten the chain (fig. 4). It should be possible to lift
a correctly tightened chain in the middle of the guide bar in a horizontal position to a height of approximately
3 to 4 mm.
Tighten the sprocket cover fastening knob (fig. 1, point 7).
ATTENTION!
Do not tension the chain excessively. Excessive tension of a warm chain may result in excessively tension
when it cools down.

10. USING THE CHAIN SAW

Before starting any work, make yourself familiar with the section describing the safety regulations for chain
saw operation. We recommend that you acquire experience by practising on waste wood. In this way you
will learn about the operating parameters of this chain saws.
Always observe the safety regulations.
Use this chainsaw only for cutting wood. Cutting any other materials is forbidden.
The intensity of the vibration and the type of kickback on this chain saw depends on the type of wood being cut.
Do not use this chain saw as a lever to lift, move or split material. If the chain gets stuck in the material being
cut, switch off the chain saw and drive a wooden or plastic wedge into the cut
to release the saw chain. Restart the chain saw and carefully commence cutting.

11. CUTTING

ATTENTION!!
Before proceeding, please read the chapter "Safety instructions". We recommend that you gain experience by
cutting smaller logs. In this way you will also get to know the chain saw.
Always observe the safety instructions. The chain saw may only be used for cutting wood.
It is forbidden to cut any other materials. Vibrations and kickback differ for various materials. Do not use the
chain saw as a lever for lifting, moving or splitting material. It is forbidden to attach any parts or jigs other
than those specified in the technical documentation.
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