Oregon CS1500 Quick Start Instructions

CS1500 CHAINSAW
Quick Start Instructions
TENSIONING THE SAW CHAIN
STEP 11: Loosen the side cover release
knob slightly, but do not remove the
side cover.
STEP 12: Hold up the nose of the guide
bar (A) and turn the chain tensioning
ring clockwise.
STEP 13: Tighten the chain tensioning
ring until the lowest cutters
underneath the bar solidly contact the
bar (B).
STEP 14: Lightly pull on the chain. The tension is correct when the chain snaps back
after being pulled 3 mm away from the guide bar.
STEP 15: After a short period of use, allow the chain to cool, unplug the chainsaw
and check the tension again. Watch tension carefully for the rst half-hour of use and
periodically throughout the life of the chain readjusting as required when the chain
and bar are cool to the touch. Never tension chain when it is hot.
Chain will stretch as a result of normal use, however, insucient oil, aggressive use,
or failure to perform recommended maintenance can lead to premature stretching.
INCORRECT
CORRECT
IMPORTANT: The saw chain must be
properly tensioned before using.
ATTENTION! SAFETY NOTICE
Wear Chainsaw Protective Gloves
B
WARNING An electric power tool that is plugged in can start accidentally.
Unplug the chainsaw before preparing for use or performing maintenance.
WARNING If the chain is still loose when the saw is at maximum tension, replace
the chain.
IMPORTANT Only tension the saw chain when the chain is cool.
A
12
ATTENTION! SAFETY NOTICE
Unplug the chainsaw
11
BLACK
B
13
RED
B
ASSEMBLING THE GUIDE BAR
AND SAW CHAIN
STEP 8: Loop the saw chain onto the
drive sprocket so that the cutting edges
of the teeth along the top of the bar
face the way from the powerhead.
8
STEP 9: Feed the chain into the groove of
the bar and slide the bar away from the
motor to remove slack from the chain.
9
STEP 10: Install the side cover,
making sure the chain catcher and side
cover tabs are seated in their proper
locations, then lightly tighten the side
cover knob (B).
10
BLACK
B
STEP 7: Fully loosen the side cover release
knob (A) and remove the side cover.
7
BLACK
B
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Oregon CS1500 Specifications

General

Power Source	Corded Electric
Tool-less Chain Tensioning	Yes
Automatic Oiling	Yes
Weight	12.6 lbs
Motor Power	15 amps