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Stihl MSE 140 C - Tensioning Saw Chain (Side Tensioner); Tensioning Saw Chain (Quick Tensioner); Checking Chain Tension

Stihl MSE 140 C
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MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C
English
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Retensioning during cutting work:
N Disconnect the plug from the wall
outlet.
N Loosen the nut.
N Hold the bar nose up.
N Use a screwdriver to turn the
tensioning screw (1) clockwise until
the chain fits snugly against the
underside of the bar.
N While still holding the bar nose up,
tighten down the nut firmly.
N Go to "Checking Chain Tension".
A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time.
N Check chain tension frequently –
see chapter on "Operating
Instructions".
Retensioning during cutting work:
N Disconnect the plug from the wall
outlet.
N Pull out the hinged grip and loosen
the wingnut.
N Turn the adjusting wheel (1)
clockwise as far as stop.
N Tighten down the wingnut (2) firmly
by hand.
N Fold down the hinged grip.
N Go to "Checking Chain Tension".
A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time.
N Check chain tension frequently –
see chapter on "Operating
Instructions".
N Disconnect the plug from the wall
outlet.
N Wear work gloves to protect your
hands.
N Disengage the chain brake: Pull the
hand guard (1) against the front
handle and hold it there – the chain
brake and coasting brake are
disengaged in this position.
N The chain must fit snugly against
the underside of the bar and it must
still be possible to pull the chain
along the bar by hand.
N If necessary, retension the chain.
A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for
some time.
N Check chain tension frequently –
see chapter on "Operating
Instructions".
Tensioning the Saw Chain
(side chain tensioner)
1
180BA016 KN
Tensioning the Saw Chain
(quick chain tensioner)
1
2
100BA013 KN
Checking Chain Tension
100BA015 KN
1

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