Tensioning The Saw Chain; Filling Up With Chain Oil - Stihl MSA 120 C Gebrauchsanleitung

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Tensioning the saw chain

The saw chain expands or contracts during cutting work. Chain
tension changes as a result. Check chain tension regularly
during operation and readjust if necessary.
► Switch off the saw, @ 10.2.
► Engage the chain brake, @ 8.1.
► Remove the battery, @ 9.2.
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► Raise the grip of the wingnut (1).
► Rotate the wingnut (1) two turns counterclockwise.
The wingnut (1) is loose.
► Disengage the chain brake, @ 8.2.
► Rotate the adjusting wheel (2) clockwise until:
– The chain fits snugly against the underside of the bar.
– The chain can still be pulled easily along the bar with
two fingers.
► If a Carving guide bar is used: Rotate the adjusting wheel
(2) clockwise until the drive links on the underside of the
bar are just half visible.
► If the chain can no longer be pulled along the bar by hand:
Rotate the adjusting wheel (2) counterclockwise until the
chain can be pulled easily along the bar with two fingers.
► Rotate the wingnut (1) clockwise until the chain sprocket
cover is firmly seated.
► Fold down the grip of the wingnut (1).
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Chain oil lubricates and cools the rotating chain.
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Filling up with chain oil

This symbol marks the chain oil tank.
Switch off the saw, @ 10.2.
Engage the chain brake, @ 8.1.
Remove the battery, @ 9.2.
Place your saw on a level surface so that the oil tank cap
faces up.
Use a damp cloth to clean the tank cap and the area
around it.
Turn the tank cap counterclockwise until it can be
removed.
Remove the oil tank cap.
Fill up with chain oil, taking care not to spill any oil and do
not overfill the tank.
7 Assembling the Saw
MSA 120 C