Makita EA3200S Operator's Manual

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27Checking the chain tensionThe tension of the chain is correct if the chain rests againstthe bottom side of the guide bar and can still be easily turnedby hand.While doing so the chain brake must be released.Check the chain tension frequently new chains tend to getlonger during use!When checking the chain tension the engine must beswitched off.NOTE: It is recommended to use 23 chains alternatively.In order to guarantee uniform wear of the guide bar the barshould be turned over whenever replacing the chain.Retensioning the saw chainAll that is necessary to retension the saw chain is to loosenthe quick tensioner (2) slightly as described under “Mounting the guide bar and saw chain”.Tension the chain as already described.Engaging the chain brake (braking)If the kickback is strong enough the sudden acceleration ofthe guide bar combined with the inertia of the hand guard (1)will automatically actuate the chain brake.To engage the chain brake manually, simply push the handguard (1) forward (towards the tip of the saw) with your lefthand (arrow 1).Releasing the chain brakePull the hand guard (1) towards you (arrow 2) until you feel itcatch. The brake is now released.For all modelsChain brakeThe EA3200S and EA3201S comes with an inertia chain brakeas standard equipment. If kickback occurs due to contact ofthe guidebar tip with wood (see SAFETY PRECAUTIONS,page 7, 11), the chain brake will stop the chain through inertiaif the kickback is sufficiently strong.The chain will stop within a fraction of a second.The chain brake is installed to block the saw chainbefore starting it and to stop it immediately in case ofan emergency.IMPORTANT: NEVER run the saw with the chain brakeactivated (except for testing, see “Checking the chainbrake”)! Doing so can very quickly cause extensiveengine damage!ALWAYS release the chain brakebefore starting the work!