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HOW TO CHECK CHAIN CHAIN TENSIONSE ?
It is essential for your safety to regularly check the chain tension of your machine. Indeed, a chainsaw chain should be neither too tight nor too loose.
- A chain that is too tight risks tiring your engine.
- A stretched chain risks coming loose from the guide.
THATLS ARE THE GISNES ALLOWING YOU TO KNOW WHEN YOU NEED TO TIGHTEN THE CHAIN OF A CHAIN SAWSE ?
You must tighten the chain of your chainsaw regularly,ar it is this part of the chainsaw that takes the biggest load during use. Every time a tooth sinks into the wood, the chain experiences a peak load in terms of impact and friction. The accumulation of abrasion, dust and sawdust can also lead to mechanical wear of the sprocket, chain and its other parts. Par Therefore, it is not surprising that you need to tension your chainsaw chain regularly.
When the chain is no longer in contact with the bottom of the chain guide, this is a sign that it is time to adjust its tension. However, a properly tensioned chain can easily be pulled over the chain guide by hand when the chain brake is released.
Please note that during normal use, the chainsaw chain heats up and stretches. The tension of a chainsaw chain should then be adjusted if it has become loose due to heat.
If you have tensioned the chain at operating temperature, remember to slacken the chain a little (reduce tension) as soon as it has cooled down. Too much tension can put even more load on certain parts of the chain and cause damage.
We recommend that you check the chain tension before use.
PRECAUTIONNS BEFORE CARRYING OUT THE ADJUSTMENT
To tighten or relax the chainsaw chain, you must first ensure that the machine cannot start by removing the spark plug wire, this in the case of a thermal engine, the battery or the mains power supply for a electric motor.
- Never check or adjust the tension of a chainsaw chain while the engine is running.
- Remove the guards where the chain meets the motor. Take the opportunity to clean the guide, sprocket and chain of your saw. Put a little grease on the end of the blade. The end that turns the chain.
- Wear thick, heavy-duty protective gloves at all times when handling your chainsaw. This will prevent you from hurting your hands.
- You risk burning yourself on contact with hot parts of the engine or muffler if you check or adjust the chain tension while it is still at operating temperature.
- Check that the chain does not show signs of wear or mechanical damage (tears, cracks, deformation) and never use a chainsaw with a damaged chain.
- Make sure your chain is sharp and all high points are even and uniform. Find the adjustment screw and tighten it until the chain makes good contact with your chain guide. The adjustment screw is perpendicular to the direction of rotation of your chainsaw chain. On some chains, the adjustment screw is on the outside of the chainsaw or between the mounting studs.
ADJUSTMENT
Once the security rules have been applied, you can move on to the break test. This test allows you to control and verify the tension of your chain. How to do ? Lift the chain a few centimeters from the chain guide on the upper part then let it go. If the tension is good, the chain should normally return to its position. If it doesn't, that means your channel is too relaxed. It is therefore necessary to adjust the tension.
Then use a screwdriver to turn the chain by loosening the dedicated screw. Then adjust the tension by manually turning the chain. If it turns around the guide with difficulty, it is too tight. Finally, replace the mounting nuts and the chain guide. Please note that the breaking test depends on the model of your chainsaw. Indeed, depending on the model, the tension settings may be different. To be sure, you can consult the user manual which will give you specific advice on your device.
INCORRECT TENSION... CHAINSAWSE INEFFECTIVE ET DANGEROUS
Adjusting your chain tension is not difficult. Do it regularly, so that you always work with a tool in perfect cutting condition.
Working with a chainsaw with incorrect chain tension is dangerous and ineffective. You could get hurt easily and you would end up par damage the chainsaw too. Get in the habit of checking your chain tension before you start cutting.
When the chain is no longer in contact with the bottom of the chain guide, this is a sign that it is time to adjust its tension. However, a properly tensioned chain can easily be pulled over the chain guide by hand when the chain brake is released.
Please note that during normal use, the chainsaw chain heats up and stretches. The tension of a chainsaw chain should then be adjusted if it has become loose due to heat.
If you have tensioned the chain at operating temperature, remember to slacken the chain a little (reduce tension) as soon as it has cooled down. Too much tension can put even more load on certain parts of the chain and cause damage.
We recommend that you check the chain tension before use.
A tight chain allows you to work in optimal conditions, but also to protect you and be safe. Adjusting the chain tension is a very important operation in maintaining your chainsaw.
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