8 MS 650, MS 660
4. Troubleshooting Chart
4.1 Clutch, Chain Drive, Chain Brake,
Chain Tensioner
Condition Cause Remedy
Saw chain stops under load at full
throttle
Clutch shoes badly worn Install new clutch
Clutch drum badly worn Install new clutch drum
Brake band stuck Check freedom of movement
and function of brake band.
Saw chain rotates at idle speed Engine idle speed too high Readjust with idle speed screw
(LA) (counterclockwise)
Clutch springs stretched or fatigued Replace the clutch springs or install
new clutch
Clutch spring hooks broken Replace the clutch springs
Loud noises Clutch springs stretched or fatigued Replace all clutch springs
Needle cage damaged Fit new needle cage
Clutch shoe retainer broken Fit new retainer
Clutch shoes and carrier worn Install new clutch
Chain sprocket wears rapidly Chain not properly tensioned Tension chain as specified
Wrong chain pitch Fit chain of correct pitch
Insufficient chain lubrication Check chain lubrication
Chain sprocket worn Fit new chain sprocket
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