Tensioning The Saw Chain (Side Chain Tensioner) - Stihl MS 201 C-M Instruction Manual

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Fit chain around the sprocket (1)
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and over the guide bar – the cutting
edges on top of the bar must point to
the bar nose.
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Turn the screw (2) clockwise until
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there is very little chain sag on the
underside of the bar – and the drive
link tangs are engaged in the bar
groove.
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Refit the chain sprocket cover –
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the pivot pin on the hand guard must
engage the sleeve – and then screw
the nut onto the stud finger-tight.
Go to chapter on "Tensioning the
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Saw Chain"
Tensioning the Saw Chain
(side chain tensioner)
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Retensioning during cutting work:
Switch off 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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