Ribimex Ribiland PR4EN1T Bedienungs- Und Wartungsanleitung Seite 57

Fig.PP2
1. Sprocket Cover Nut
2. Sprocket cover
4.1.2- Adjusting the Chain
WARNING! Never attempt to install, replace, or adjust the chain with the engine running
WARNING! The saw chain is very sharp. Wear gloves to protect your hands when handling.
CAUTION! A loose chain can jump off the guide bar causing damage to the chain and associated
equipment. Always make sure the chains is properly adjusted; check more often when
you are breaking in a new chain
IMPORTANT: Proper chain adjustment is essential for maximum performance, long chain life, and
operator safety. Always inspect chain tension before operating the pole pruner
1. Place the pole primer on a clean, flat Surface. (For readjustment during operation, shut down the
engine, then allow the guide bar and chain to cool before proceeding with the adjustment procedure.
2. Loosen the sprocket cover nut with a plug wrench (Fig. PP5)
3. Lift the nose of the guide bar white turning the chain tensioning screw. See Fig.PP6
• Clockwise to tighten the chain
• Counterclockwise to loosen the chain.
4. Pull the chain by hand along the top of the guide bar several times from the engine to the bar's tip.
The chain should feel snug but still pull freely. See Fig.PP7.
5. Tighten the sprocket cover nut securely while lifting the tip of the guide bar.
6. Inspect the chain for correct adjustment (more frequently with a new chain).
The chain should feel snug but still pull freely.
Fig.PP5
1. Sprocket cover nut
4.2- Chain Oiler
WARNING! Never fill the oil reservoir nor adjust the oiler with the engine running
IMPORTANT: The service life of the chain and guide bar is affected by the chain and guide
lubricant. Using superior lubricant such as genuine Bar and Chain Oil will help ensure
a long service life. For cold weather operation, mix bar and chain oil with an equal
Fig.PP3
1. Guide Bar Adjustment stud
2. Chain tensioning screw
3. Chain tensioning pin
4. Guide bar
5. Chain tensioner hole
6. Guide bar adjustment stud
Fig. PP6
1. Chain tensioning screw
Fig. PP4
1. Bar Tip
2. Top of bar
3. Bottom of bar.
Fig.PP7