Stihl HT 103 User Manual

HT 102, HT 103, HT 132, HT 133
English
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Re-tensioning during cutting work:
N Shut off the engine.
N Loosen the nut.
N Hold the bar nose up.
N Use a screwdriver to turn the
tensioning screw (1)
counterclockwise 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 re-tensioned
more often than one that has been in
use for some time.
N Check chain tension frequently –
see chapter on "Operating
Instructions".
N Shut off the engine.
N Wear work gloves to protect your
hands.
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, re-tension the chain.
A new chain has to be re-tensioned
more often than one that has been in
use for some time.
N Check chain tension frequently –
see chapter on "Operating
Instructions".
It may be necessary to correct the
adjustment of the throttle cable after
assembling the machine or after a
prolonged period of operation.
Adjust the throttle cable only when the
unit is completely and properly
assembled.
N Set the throttle trigger to the full
throttle position.
N Carefully rotate the screw in the
throttle trigger in the direction of the
arrow until you feel initial resistance.
Then rotate it another half turn in the
same direction.
Tensioning the Chain
1
246BA024 KN
Checking Chain Tension
246BA025 KN
Adjusting the Throttle Cable
002BA655 KN

Stihl HT 103 Specifications

General

Brand	Stihl
Model	HT 103
Category	Pole Saw
Language	English