Original User Manual FUXTEC FX-MT152/-MT152E/-MT252_rev16
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Cold chain:
Tension is correct when the chain is close to the bottom of the bar and can still be pulled
along the bar by hand.
Retighten if necessary (see section "Tensioning the saw-chain").
The chain at operating temperature:
The chain expands and begins to sag. The dynamic links on the bottom of the bar should
not fall out of the groove. Otherwise, the chain will fall off the bar.
Retighten the chain (see section "Tensioning the saw-chain").
After work
Loosen the chain if you have tightened it while working at operating temperature.
The chain contracts when it cools down. If it does not loosen, it may cause damage to
the gear wheel and bearing.
Guide bar maintenance
Turn the bar over each time you have sharpened or replaced
the chain. This will prevent uneven wear of the bar,
especially at the top and bottom. Clean regularly
1 = the opening for the oil supply
2 = the oil duct
3 = the running groove of the rail
Checking and replacing the sprocket
Remove the sprocket cover, chain, and guide bar.
Replace the sprocket:
at the latest after the service life of two chains or before.
when the wear marks on the sprocket are more deep-seated
than 0.5 mm. Otherwise, the service life of the chain would
be reduced.
You can extend the life of your sprocket by using two chains
alternately.
Maintenance and sharpening of the saw chain
The correctly sharpened chain
An adequately sharpened chain goes effortlessly through the wood and requires very
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