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CS1200 CHAINSAW
Quick Start Instructions
ASSEMBLING THE GUIDE BAR AND
SAW CHAIN
STEP 2: Loosen the chain tensioning
dial (A) as far as it will go. Then fully
loosen the side cover release knob (B)
and remove the side cover.
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This sheet is meant to be a suppliment, not a replacement for your operator’s manual.
What’s in the box?
The chainsaw requires some
assembly before use. These items
are included in the box.
1) Powerhead
2) Guide Bar
3) Saw Chain
4) Blade Cover
5) Side Cover
6) Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
Wear protective gloves when handling chainsaw chain.
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After removing the chainsaw from the box, inspect it
carefully to ensure no damage has occurred during
shipping and that no parts are missing. If any parts
are damaged or missing, do not use the chainsaw.
Contact Oregon® to obtain replacement parts. For
country-specic telephone numbers, see “Customer
Service by Country”.
ATTENTION! SAFETY NOTICE
Unplug the chainsaw
FILLING THE BAR AND CHAIN OIL
RESERVOIR
STEP 1: Place the chainsaw on a firm,
flat surface, so that the oil cap (A) is
on top.
• Clean any debris from the cap area.
• Remove the cap.
• Carefully pour 100 ml of bar and
chain oil into the reservoir.
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If the reservoir is totally full on
initial startup, it can slow down
the prime. We suggest 90% full.
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STEP 3: Loop the
saw chain onto
the bar and drive
sprocket so that the
cutters are facing in
the correct direction.
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CS1200 CHAINSAW
Quick Start Instructions
STEP 4: Place the guide bar on the
bar pad by sliding the bar slot over the
alignment ange, with the mounting
stud inserted through the slot in
the guide bar (A). Align the lower
tensioning hole on the guide bar to
seat on the tensioning stud (B).
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B
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STEP 6: Adjust chain tensioning dial
(A) then fully tighten the side cover
knob (B).
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STEP 5: Install the side cover, making
sure the chain catcher and side
cover tabs are seated in their proper
locations (A), then lightly tighten the
side cover knob (B). Do NOT fully
tighten at this stage.
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TENSIONING THE SAW CHAIN
STEP 8:
Loosen the side cover release
knob slightly, but do not remove the
side cover.
STEP 9:
Hold up the nose of the guide
bar (A) and turn the chain tensioning
ring clockwise.
STEP 10:
Tighten the chain tensioning
ring until the lowest cutters
underneath the bar solidly contact the
bar (B).
STEP 11:
Lightly pull on the chain. The tension is correct when the chain snaps back
after being pulled 3 mm away from the guide bar.
STEP 12:
After a short period of use, allow the chain to cool, unplug the chainsaw
and check the tension again. Watch tension carefully for the rst half-hour of use and
periodically throughout the life of the chain readjusting as required when the chain
and bar are cool to the touch. Never tension chain when it is hot.
Chain will stretch as a result of normal use, however, insucient oil, aggressive use,
or failure to perform recommended maintenance can lead to premature stretching.
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CORRECT
IMPORTANT: The saw chain must be
properly tensioned before using.
ATTENTION! SAFETY NOTICE
Wear Chainsaw Protective Gloves
WARNING An electric power tool that is plugged in can start accidentally.
Unplug the chainsaw before preparing for use or performing maintenance.
WARNING If the chain is still loose when the saw is at maximum tension, replace
the chain.
IMPORTANT Only tension the saw chain when the chain is cool.
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ATTENTION! SAFETY NOTICE
Unplug the chainsaw
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