Homelite UT10032 User Manual

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Bar and chain running 
hot and smoking.

Chain oil tank empty.

Chain tension is too tight.

Oiler is not functioning.

Clogged oil passages.

Oil tank should be filled every time fuel tank is filled.

Tension chain per instructions in 

Adjusting the Chain Tension in 

the Maintenance section of this manual.

Run at half throttle 30 to 45 seconds. Stop saw and check for oil 
dripping from SAFE-T-TIP and guide bar. If oil is present, the chain 
may be dull or bar may be damaged. If no oil is on the SAFE-T-TIP, 
contact an authorized service center.

Remove the clutch cover and clean oil passages with a stiff-bristle 
brush.

Engine  starts  and 
runs, but chain is not 
rotating.

Chain  brake  is  engaged.

Chain tension is too tight.

Guide  bar  and  chain 
assembled incorrectly.

Guide bar and/or chain are 
damaged.

Drive  sprocket  teeth 
damaged

Release chain brake. Refer to 

Operating the Chain Brake in the 

Operation section of this manual.

Tension chain per instructions in 

Adjusting the Chain Tension in 

the Maintenance section of this manual.

Refer to 

Replacing the Guide Bar and Chain in the Maintenance 

section of this manual

Inspect guide bar and chain for damage.

Contact an authorized service center for drive sprocket replace-
ment.

For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, 

call the Homelite

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