{"id":2028,"date":"2023-01-22T18:31:02","date_gmt":"2023-01-22T18:31:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/powertoolsask.com\/?p=2028"},"modified":"2023-01-22T18:31:04","modified_gmt":"2023-01-22T18:31:04","slug":"chainsaw-tension-screw-not-working","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/powertoolsask.com\/chainsaw-tension-screw-not-working\/","title":{"rendered":"Chainsaw Tension Screw Not Working? Here\u2019s What You Need to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
The tension screw on the chainsaw can sometimes malfunction and cause difficulty in loosening or tightening the chain tension as required. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The most common reasons behind your chainsaw tension screw not working like usual are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep reading the following article to learn what to do when the chainsaw tension screw not working properly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n It is another common complaint against any modern chainsaw regardless of the brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You might occasionally notice that when you try to turn the tension screw on your chainsaw to adjust the bar or to tension the chain, the screw won’t work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But why? <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n It might occur because the tension screw is faulty or damaged which mostly happens if your chainsaw has been exposed to aggressive cutting projects regularly for a long time<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember, internal elements or parts of the chainsaw, including tensioning screws, can turn bad due to overuse<\/strong>. Especially if you are a reckless user and do not perform regular maintenance of your chainsaw accordingly, such commotion will arise soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another common scenario is where users sometimes notice tension screw clicking while rotating that screw. That is another sign that the screw is either damaged or stripped.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Over time the chainsaw and its major components turn older and rot. So, that will also result in the tension screw deteriorating.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n A chainsaw can accidentally hit a stone, nail, rock, or other similar objects on the way, and these external objects can break some teeth on your chainsaw<\/strong>. It is another typical reason why chainsaw sometimes starts cutting in a curve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your chainsaw tension screw is not working, replacing it is the only effective solution to fix this trouble. Here are <\/em>the 7 simple steps to replace the existing tension screw quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, read and follow the instructions thoroughly without skipping any details<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tools Needed to Replace Your Chainsaw Tension Screw:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Before starting the procedures, ensure that the engine of your chainsaw has cooled down properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why is My Chainsaw Tension Screw Not Working?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Replace the Chainsaw Tension Screw with Just 7 Simple Steps: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Tools<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> New Tension Screw<\/td><\/tr> A Bar Wrench<\/td><\/tr> A Screwdriver<\/td><\/tr> A Pair of Pliers<\/td><\/tr> Pair of Protective googles & Safety Gloves<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Step 1- Make sure your chainsaw has cooled off to Remove the top cover:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n