14. CHAIN MAINTENANCE TABLE
Chain pitch
inches
3/8 Mini
0.325
3/8
0.404
The table gives the sharpening data for different types of chains,
but this does not mean you can use chains other than those approved
and listed in the "Correct bar and chain combination table".
15. PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
PROBLEM
1. The motor shuts down
whilst working
2. With the throttle lock button
and throttle control lever
on, the chain does not turn
3. The chain heats and
emits smoke on the
end part of the bar.
4. The motor runs
irregularly and lacks
power when revved
Limiter tooth level (a)
mm
inches
9.32
0.018
8.25
0.026
9.32
0.026
10.26
0.031
PROBABLE CAUSE
Battery is not inserted correctly
Machine damaged.
Excessive chain tensioning
Bar and chain problems
Machine damaged.
Excessive chain tensioning
Lubricant oil tank empty.
Bar and chain problems
a
mm
0.45
0.65
0.65
0.80
EN - 15
File diameter (d)
d
inches
5/32
3/16
13/64
7/32
REMEDY
Make sure that the battery is
inserted correctly (par. 7.2.3).
Do not use the machine.
Remove the battery and
Contact a Service Centre.
Re-tension the chain
(par. 6.1.3).
Check that the chain runs
freely and the bar guides are
not deformed (par. 8.3, 8,4).
Do not use the machine.
Immediately turn off
the machine
remove
the battery and
Contact a Service Centre.
Re-tension the chain
(par. 6.1.3).
Fill the lubricant oil
tank (par. 7.3).
Check that the chain runs
freely and the bar guides
are not deformed.
mm
4.0
4.8
5.2
5.6