MSE 170 C, MSE 190 C, MSE 210 C, MSE 230 C
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N Make sure the drive link tangs
engage the bar groove (arrow) and
then rotate the tensioning gear
counterclockwise as far as stop.
N Place the chain sprocket cover in
position and engage the guide lugs
in the recesses in the handle
housing.
When fitting the chain sprocket cover,
check that the teeth of the tensioning
gear and adjusting wheel mesh properly.
N If necessary, turn the adjusting
wheel (4) slightly until the sprocket
cover can be pushed flush against
the handle housing.
N Pull the hinged handle (5) out until it
engages in the upright position.
N Fit the wingnut and tighten it
moderately – finally tighten the
wingnut by hand only after
tensioning the saw chain.
N Go to chapter on "Tensioning the
Saw Chain"
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".