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Chain Adjustment
The 1130 saws have a front 
chain tensioner
Most STIHL chain saws have a 
side chain tensioner that is more 
convenient to use
Saws come with a combination 
wrench, commonly referred to as 
a “Scrench”, to make bar and 
chain service easy to do
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confidential
Install Bar & Chain
 Adjust the chain tension with the “Scrench” by holding up on 
the nose of the bar, tightening the chain tension screw, then 
tightening the nuts