Allow chain to cool down. Follow steps below to readjust saw chain tension. 1. Before adjusting chain, make sure guide bar nuts are only finger tight (see Figure 3). Also make sure adjusting block is in oval adjusting hole on guide bar (see Figures 3 and 4). 108539 16 SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT Continued 2. Turn adjusting screw clockwise until all slack is out of chain (see Figure 5). Note: There should be no gap between side links of chain and bottom of guide bar (see Figure 6). 3. Wearing pr

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With flat file, round off front corner of cutter depth gauge (see Figure 23). After several hand filings, have authorized service center or sharpening service machine sharpen chain. This will insure even filing. Figure 22 - Depth Gauge Tool On Chain Flat File Depth Gauge Slot Figure 23 - Round Off Front Corner Of Depth Gauge Depth Gauge Tool Depth Gauge Front Corner .025" CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued WARNING: Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing. Severe injury or death could

2. Start upper notch cut the same distance above first cut as first cut is deep. Example: If lower notch cut is eight inches deep, start upper notch cut eight inches above it. Cut downward at 45° angle. The upper notch cut should meet end of lower notch cut (see Figure 12). 3. Remove tree trunk wedge created by notching cuts. B) Felling Cut 1. Make felling cut two inches higher than lower notch cut and on opposite side of tree (see Figure 12). Keep felling cut parallel to lower notch cut. 2. Cut

6. Wipe off outside of saw body. Do this with soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture. 7. Store chain saw • in a high or locked place, out of children’s reach • in a dry place • in a carrying case or with scabbard over guide bar TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about assembling, operating, or maintaining this saw. If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-858-8501. You can also visit DESA International’s technical service web site at

Cord must be heavy enough to carry current needed. An undersized cord will cause voltage drop at saw. Saw will lose power and overheat. Follow cord size requirements listed below. Cord Length AWG Cord Size 25 feet 16 AWG 50 feet 16 AWG 100 feet 16 AWG 150 feet 14 AWG Models LNT-2: 076728K, 100089-06, and 099178H; Pole Saw Assy: 104317 and 106821; Pole Saw: 104316-04 (8./20.3 cm) and 106890 (10./25.4 cm) Cord Length AWG Cord Size 25 feet 16 AWG 50 feet 16 AWG 100 feet 14 AWG 150 feet 12 AWG Model

This will help maintain a safe work area. Make sure you start your cut where limb will not pinch saw during cutting. To avoid pinching, start cut on freely hanging limbs from above limb. Start cut on limbs under tension from under limb. If pinch occurs, turn saw off, lift limb, and remove saw. BUCKING A LOG Bucking a log is cutting a log into sections. Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart. Divide your weight evenly on both feet. When possible, raise log or section off ground. Do this

Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart. Divide your weight evenly on both feet. Follow directions below to fell a tree. Before Felling a Tree 1. Before felling, inspect tree. Make sure there are no dead limbs or branches that may fall on you. Study natural lean of tree, location of larger branches, and wind direction. This will help you judge which way tree will fall. 2. Clear work area around tree. 3. Plan and clear a retreat path before felling. Make retreat path opposite to planned d

When bar wears unevenly, it widens guide bar groove (see Figure 17). This causes chain clatter and rivet popping. Saw will not cut straight. Replace guide bar if this occurs. Inspect guide bar before sharpening chain. A worn or damaged guide bar is unsafe. A worn or damaged guide bar will damage chain. It will also make cutting harder. Normal Guide Bar Maintenance 1. Remove guide bar from chain saw. 2. Remove sawdust from guide bar groove periodically. Use putty knife or wire (see Figure 18). 3.