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Pole saw does not cut properly

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Remove the battery pack and readjust the chain tension

ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION

⚠️ CAUTION: The saw chain must be properly tensioned before using.

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack before adjusting the chain tension.

2. Loosen the bar nut to finger tight.

3. Hold the bar nose up, and adjust the tensioning screw until the following points apply (Fig. N):

  • Chain sag in the center of the bar is around 1.3 mm (Fig. O).

  • Wear gloves, ensure the chain can be pulled along the bar smoothly with two fingers.

4. After finishing chain tension adjustment, hold the bar nose up and tighten the bar nut.

NOTICE: If chain sag in the center of the bar is not around 1.3 mm, readjust chain tension.

Possible cause: Insufficient chain tension.

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