Replacing the Drive Sprocket
Replace the drive sprocket after every two saw
chain replacements or when the sprocket is
damaged
Wear gloves
• Unplug the chainsaw
• Loosen the side cover release knob slightly,
but do not remove the side cover
• Loosen the chain tensioning dial as far as it
will go
• Loosen the side cover release knob and
remove the side cover
• Remove the bar and chain
• Use a small flat screwdriver to pry open and
remove the e-clip, then remove the drive
sprocket and spring (Fig 31)
FIG. 31
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Maintenance and Cleaning
• Insert the new spring and drive sprocket, and
install the new e-clip (Fig 32)
FIG. 32
• Replace the bar and chain as described in
"Replacing a Worn Saw Chain"
• Tension the chain as described in "Tensioning
the Saw Chain"
Additional Maintenance
Information
For further information on maintaining the saw
chain, guide bar and drive sprocket, consult
the Oregon® Maintenance and Safety Manual
at http://oregonproducts com/maintenance/
manual htm
Chainsaw Model CS1200-091