Stihl HT 75 User Manual

HT 75
English
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Retensioning during cutting work:
N Stopping the engine
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".
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, retension the chain.
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".
A properly adjusted throttle cable is the
precondition for correct operation in the
starting throttle, idle and full throttle
positions.
Adjust the throttle cable only when the
machine is completely and properly
assembled.
N Use a suitable tool to push the slide
to the end of the slot (see
illustration).
N Press down the trigger lockout (1)
and squeeze the throttle trigger (2)
(full throttle position) – this sets the
throttle cable correctly.
Tensioning the Chain
1
390BA045 KN
Checking Chain Tension
390BA046 KN
Adjusting the Throttle Cable
002BA163 KN
2
1
002BA161 KN

Stihl HT 75 Specifications

General

Brand	Stihl
Model	HT 75
Category	Power Tool
Language	English