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Adjusting Saw Chain Tension; Installing Or Removing Battery Cartridge - Wel-Bilt 143396 Instruction Manual

18v cordless chain saw

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When cutting thick branches first make a shallow undercut and then make the finish cut from
the top.
If you try to cut off thick branches from the bottom, the branch may close in and pinch the saw
chain in the cut.
If you try to cut off thick branches from the top without a shallow undercut, the branch may
splinter.
If you cannot cut the timber right through
with a single stroke: Apply light pressure
to the handle and continue sawing and draw
the chain saw back a little; then apply the
spike a little lower and finish the cut by raising
the handle.

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. The
gap between the guide bar and the tie strap of the saw chain should be approx. 2 - 3 mm
(5/64in. - 7/64in.). If the gap is not approx. 2 - 3 mm (5/24in.-7/64in.), slightly loosen the hex
socket head bolt which secures the guide bar. The gap will be automatically adjusted to approx.
2-3 mm (5/64in.-7/64in.) by the saw chain tension adjusting spring. Then tighten the hex
socket head bolt securely after making sure that the gap is approx. 2 - 3 mm (5/64in.- 7/64in.).
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(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain.
6. Do not store the tool and Battery Cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach
or exceed 122°F (50°C).
7. Do not incinerate the Battery Cartridge even if it is severely damaged or is completely
worn out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
Chain Saw Parts Diagram
(1) Front handle
(2) Front handle guard
(3) Spike bar
(4) Fastening bolt
(5) Sprocket guard
(6) Bar tip guard
(7) Battery cartridge
(8) Guide bar
(9) Lock - off button
(10) Rear handle
(11) Switch trigger
(12) Saw chain
(13) Oil bottle

Installing or removing battery cartridge

• Always switch off the tool before insertion or
removal of the battery cartridge.
• To remove t he battery cartridge, withdraw
it from the tool while pressing the buttons on
both sides of the cartridge.
• To insert the battery cartridge, align the tongue
on the battery cartridge with the groove in the
housing and slip it into place. Always insert it
all the way until it locks in place with a little click.
If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool,
causing injury to you or someone around you.
• Do not use force when inserting the battery cartridge. If the cartridge does not slide in
easily, it is not being inserted correctly.
Charging
Your new battery cartridge is not charged. You will need to charge it before use. Use the
high capacity battery charger to charge the battery cartridge.
Plug the high capacity battery charger into the proper A.C. voltage source. The charging
light will turn to red.
Insert the battery cartridge so that the plus and minus terminals on the battery cartridge
are on the same sides as their respective markings on the high capacity battery charger.
Insert the cartridge fully into the port so that it rests on the charger port floor.
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