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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
No power supply Check the power supply.
Defective outlet
Try a different source of power. Change as
necessary.
Damaged Extension cable Check cable and replace if necessary.
Safety button not pushed
Push the safety button before pulling the
trigger.
Chain too tight Adjust the chain tension.
Lubrication needed Check the oil levels and add oil as necessary.
Chain tension set incorrectly Adjust chain tension.
Chain tension set incorrectly Adjust chain tension.
Chain needs to be sharpened. Either sharpen or replace the chain.
Chain needs replacement. Replace the chain.
Chain installed backwards.
Install the chain with the blades facing the
correct direction.
Unit runs but
does not cut.
Poor Cut Quality
Loose Chain
Overheating
Chain/Bar
Saw does not
operate properly