Parker PGMT-5200 - Chain, Bar, and Tensioning Procedures; Fitting the Chain and Guide Bar

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FITTING THE CHAIN, BAR & TENSIONING CHAIN
FITTING THE CHAIN, BAR & TENSIONING CHAIN
WARNING! Take care when handling the chain as it is sharp. Use appropriate safety gloves to prevent injury.
With the engine stopped, remove the 10mm nut
by turning it anti-clockwise.
Remove the drive sprocket cover.
Adjust the chain tension adjustment screw until
the tensioning pin is approximately in the midway
position.
Fit the bar with the chain on to the locating stud.
Adjustment of the tensioner may be required to
ensure the bar fits correctly over the stud.
The chain links on the top of the bar must have the
arrow pointing away from the housing.
Loosely lay the saw chain into the groove on the
bar start at the nose of the bar.
Make sure the sprocket teeth sit correctly
between the chain links
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REMOVE SPROCKET COVER
2
ADJUST TENSION SCREW
4
FIT CHAIN & GUIDE BAR
3
LOOSELY FIT CHAIN
NOTE: When the chain begins to wear, the cutting performance will reduce. Sharpen or replace it with an identical one.
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REPLACE SPROCKET COVER
Replace the drive sprocket cover.
Hold the tip of the bar up, the nut should be finger
tight at the most.