Safety Manual

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MS 251, MS 251 C

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Removing the chain sprocket cover

N Swing grip (1) into position (until it

engages)

N Turn the wing nut (2) to the left until

it hangs loosely in the chain

sprocket cover (3)

N Remove chain sprocket cover (3)

Mounting the tensioning gear

N Remove and reverse tensioning

gear (1)

N Remove screw (2)

N Position tensioning gear (1) and

guide bar (3) relative to one another

N Insert and tighten screw (2)

Releasing the chain brake

N Pull hand guard towards the front

handle until it engages audibly –

chain brake is released

Fitting the saw chain

WARNING

Put on protective gloves – risk of injury

by the sharp cutters.

Mounting the Bar and Chain

(quick chain tensioner)

1

2

3

2310BA013 KN

1

2310BA014 KN

2310BA015 KN

2

1

3

2310BA016 KN

2

2310BA017 KN

001BA186 KN

1

181BA012 KN