I've noticed the tensioning ratchet on my cordless chainsaw rotates during use and loosens the chain. Anyone know what causes this and how to prevent it?
budgel,
Jul 19, 6:54pm
Telling us the brand and model might get a good answer.
lettice,
Jul 23, 1:12pm
Stihl MSA 200C
pauldw,
Jul 23, 4:24pm
If the bar is moving have you tightened the clamping nut with the folding handle properly?
lecarver,
Jul 23, 6:55pm
Have had the same problem, simple to solve put some blu-tac in with the screw, tends to stop the darn thing coming loose
bill1451,
Jul 23, 6:58pm
maybe a dab of hot glue on the thread would work as well, easy enough to get off as well.
mrfxit,
Oct 17, 1:07am
Either something is wrong with the blade attachment area or you are doing it wrong. The spacers fitted either side of the blade need to be the right way around. The clamping block/side cover needs to sit flat against the blade AND motor. Those 2 bolts also need to be TIGHT. The adjusting screw will rattle around a tiny bit but thats normal because it's the blade thats clamped inside the blade. EVERYTHING in that area needs to be clean when assembled The chain stretches with normal usage but will stretch a lot if abused. They also wear badly if theres no chain bar oil in the tank.
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