Makita DCS461 User Manual

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Replace the sprocket guard (3).
Tighten the nuts (2) only hand-tight to begin with.
Lift the chain (9) over the sprocket (8).
CAUTION:
Do not insert the chain between the chain sprocket and the 
disc.
Guide the chain from above about halfway into the groove (10
on the guide bar.
Place the chain over the chain catch (11) on the bottom.
CAUTION:
Note that the cutting edges along the top of the chain must 
point in the direction of the arrow!
Tightening the saw chain
Turn the chain tensioning screw (4) to the right (clockwise) until 
the saw chain catches in the groove on the lower side of the 
guide bar (see circle).
Slightly lift the end of the guide bar and turn the chain adjusting 
screw (4) to the right (clockwise) until the chain rests against 
the bottom side of the guide bar.
While still holding up the tip of the guide bar, tighten the retaining 
nuts (2) with the universal wrench.
Pull the chain (9) around the sprocket nose (12) of  the guide 
bar in the direction of the arrow.