Troubleshooting - Ryobi P2008 Manual Del Operador

Problem
Bar and chain run-
ning hot and smok-
ing.
Motor runs, but chain
is not rotating.
Motor runs, chain
rotates but does not
cut.
Chain tension adjust-
ment ring is difficult
to turn.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Possible Cause
Check chain tension
for over tight condition
Chain oil tank empty.
Chain tension too
tight.
Check guide bar and
chain assembly.
Check guide bar and
chain for damage.
Dull chain.
Chain on backwards.
Tip of guide bar is not
raised.
Chain cover lock knob
is too tight.
For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,
Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure
Tension chain. Refer to Adjusting Chain Tension
earlier in this manual.
Check oil tank.
Retension chain, Refer to Adjusting Chain Tension
earlier in this manual.
Refer to Replacing Bar and Chain earlier in this manual.
Inspect guide bar and chain for damage.
Sharpen chain.
Reverse direction of chain.
Raise tip of guide bar while rotating tension adjust-
ment dial.
Press in the chain cover lock knob and rotate coun-
terclockwise to slightly loosen the chain cover before
attempting to adjust chain tension.
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Solution