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Quick Start Guide

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695GC / 695F4

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ASSEMBLING THE SAW

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•  All chains have a tendency to stretch when used. Diamond 

chains stretch more than wood cutting chains because of the 
abrasive materials they are cutting. If the chain is too tight, a 
lot of the saw’s power goes into turning the chain rather than 
the cut. In extreme over-tightened cases, the saw may not be 
able to turn the chain at all. In addition, damage can occur to 
the bar nose and premature stretch may occur.

•  If the chain is too loose, it could come off the bar, or it will 

allow the drive sprocket to spin without turning the chain, 
which can chew up drive links. When a chain stretches to a 
point where the drive links are hanging approximately 1/2 in. 
(12 mm) to 3/4 in. (18 mm) below the bar, it is time to tension 
the chain.

•  Continue to lift up on the nose of the guidebar and firmly tighten the 

side cover nut.

  NOTE: To prevent chain tensioner breakage, be sure the side cover 

nut is tightened to approximately 20–25 ft-lbs (27–33 Nm).

•  Attach to water source with pressure of not less than 

20 psi (1.5 bar).

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CHAIN TOO TIGHT

CHAIN TOO LOOSE

CORRECT CHAIN TENSION

WARNING

Never start the saw without the guidebar, 
diamond chain and side cover properly installed. 
Failure to do so may result in serious injury.

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