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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSIBBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Bar and chain running
hot and smoking.
Check chain tension for
overtightened condition.
Tension chain. Refer to Page 22,
Chain Tension.
Chain oil tank empty. Check oil tank. Rell if needed.
Motor runs, but chain is
not rotating.
Chain tension too tight.
Retention chain. Refer to Page 22,
Chain Tension.
Guide bar and chain assembly.
Refer to Page 23, Replacing The Bar
and Chain.
Damaged guide bar and chain.
Inspect guide bar and chain for
damage. If damaged, replace with
new bar / chain.