Important; Chain - Shindaiwa 285s Manual Del Propietario - Operador

Installing and Adjusting the Guide Bar and Saw Chain
NOTE:
For longest chain life, place new or replace-
ment chain loops in oil and soak overnight
before installation.

IMPORTANT!

The chain brake must be completely
disengaged before removing or install-
ing the clutch cover.
1. Use the socket wrench to remove the
clutch cover nut(s) in a counter-clock-
wise rotation.
. Remove the clutch cover.
3. Remove and discard the packing
spacer.
4. Place the guide bar over the guide bar
stud(s) and chain tensioner pin.
CAUTION!
Failure to align the guide bar and
chain tensioner pin can cause seri-
ous damage to the clutch cover,
guide bar, tensioner pin, and/or
engine crankcase!
WARNING!
The cutters on the saw chain are
very sharp! Always wear gloves
when handling.
5. Install the chain loop over the drive
sprocket, and then align the chain
drive links within the guide bar
groove. Verify that the cutters are
properly oriented with cutter edges
facing forward on top of bar. If chain
installation is difficult or if the chain
appears too tight, refer to step 8 on
the next page.
6. Install the clutch cover over the bar
stud(s) and install the the bar nut(s)
finger tight. Continued on next page.
WARNING!
Never operate this saw without the
clutch cover installed.
IMPORTANT!
Proper chain adjustment is essential for
maximum performance, chain life, and
operator safety. Always inspect chain
tension before operating this saw!
7
Sprocket
RECOMMENDED BAR AND CHAIN COMBINATIONS
85s
: Chain Type
Guide Bar
35s
: Chain Type
Guide Bar
Replacement chain for this saw must meet applicable ANSI
B175.1 kickback performance requirements and/or be
designated as "low kickback chain" per ANSI B175.1-2000
WARNING!
standards.
Guide Bar
Studs
Spacer (discard)
Clutch Cover
Nut
Insert Chain Tensioner
Pin into the Hole
Saw Chain
91VG (1")
1" Double-Guard
Sprocket Nose Bar
91VG (14")
14" Double-Guard
Sprocket Nose Bar
91VG (14")
14" Double-Guard
Sprocket Nose Bar
91VG (16")
16" Double-Guard
Sprocket Nose Bar