Troubleshooting - Homelite UT10517/18 Operator's Manual

Problem
Bar and chain running
hot and smoking.
Engine starts and
runs, but chain is not
rotating.

TROUbLESHOOTING

Possible Cause
Chain oil tank empty.
Chain tension is too tight.
Oiler is not functioning.
Chain brake is engaged.
Chain tension is too tight.
Guide bar and chain
assembled incorrectly.
Guide bar and/or chain are
damaged.
D r i v e s p ro c k e t t e e t h
damaged
For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,
Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure
Oil tank should be filled every time fuel tank is filled.
Tension chain per instructions in Adjusting the Chain Tension in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
Run at half throttle 30 to 45 seconds. Stop saw and check for oil
dripping from SAFE-T-TIP and guide bar. If oil is present, the chain
may be dull or bar may be damaged. If no oil is on the SAFE-T-TIP,
contact an authorized service center.
Release chain brake. Refer to Operating the Chain brake in the
Operation section of this manual.
Tension chain per instructions in Adjusting the Chain Tension in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
Refer to Replacing the Guide bar and Chain in the Maintenance
section of this manual
Inspect guide bar and chain for damage.
Contact an authorized service center for drive sprocket replace-
ment.
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