Does anyone have a method that will keep the chain from loosening constantly?
1397156
I tighten the bar tension screw each time before using the saw and that seems to help
2242328
Besides the already mentioned advice the only time I've had the chain slip off was when I twisted it while cutting. Sometimes the angles can get a little awkward or you get a little rushed and you just need to be patient and keep the saw perpendicular to the cut until it's complete. It's only slipped off very few times for me and each time I knew it was my fault and not the saw's. Fortunately it only takes about 5 minutes to reset the chain even if it does slip loose.
403870
I just tape it to the ground, and I have an A clamp for the chain (clamps the chain to itself) so it can't unroll.
722590
I have done this two ways, one with chain and one with a fiber strap. I like the strap the best because there is not added sound or click. I thought about using steel wire but the adjustment was to much work. The chair needs to be adjusted to the length of the leg so that your foot does not go to sleep.
1551166
No. But it is fairly simple to tighten the chain. Loosen one Allen bolt on the casing and push the bar out with a screwdriver or some other tool in the slot. Tighten the bolt. A tool-less mechanism would be easier, but this is really no problem.
1387164
try "jiggling" the bottom metal piece while you're tightening it. also, hand-tightening is not enough...you should be using a wrench or ratchet
2248861
Well it takes a pretty good squeeze to release the master link but has never been a problem for me.Chain pins are always tight.Get a good breaker and make sure your exactly on the head of the pin and it will come out
219621
I just used a regular box end open end wrench to put it on , and tighten it up . That's the way I have been doing this since I was a kid . When I changed pedals on my BMX , and Freestyle bikes they always stayed tight . I hope this helps you .
1397402
There is one bolt on the chain guard that you unscrew. The cover comes off and you switch out the chain. Replace the cover and screw the bolt on finger tight and then tighten the chain. After the chain is tight use the provided tool and tighten the bolt the rest of the way and your good to go.
1536963
I Haven't had any issues . Might need to adjust the back axel . Loosen the back tire so the chain gets tighter make sure the gap is the same on both sides so the chain travels true.
277045
You may have to replace the skewer, I bought one for $10 at local bike shop as the one that came on the bike was too large to fit into quick release. When replacing lock the rear brakes on the bike and remove/insert the skewer, then the chain will not move.
414939
It is very common for a new chain to 'stretch' a bit more than during typical use. However, all chains will loosen up with use. Mine fell off 3 times the first day (30-40 branches, some large), until I got the feel of how tight it should be and it has been great since. Don't forget to oil it too.
174013
I believe I have.It's not super easy to do as it's supposed to be a heavy duty chain but it is possible with the right tools.You'll definitely need to put some force behind it though.
2242324
I have the same issue. I keep the chain oiled well and try to keep the jaws perpendicular to wood being cut, but the darn chain comes off all the time. I hate that.
66990
Make sure that the toggle between tightening and loosening is pushed all the way to one side or the other. If its in the middle it will not do anything.
1161726
No, you've got the jig positioned wrong or the chain would move freely. You tighten the top screws just enough to let the chain move freely. My guess is you have the jig positioned wrong so that a cutter is hanging up on it-easy to do. Move the jig up a little on your bar and see if that doesn't free up the chain.
288141
Just tighten to the folding resistance you deem best. Do not crush the tubing or leave the bolt loose so it rattles. I tightened mine down so that it gives quite a bit of resistance to minimize movement from that joint during use. A little bit of all purpose grease in the joint helps too.