failure mode
FM-15: FM-15 CHAIN JUMPS OFF OR DERAILS DURING USE
Chain jumps off or derails from the guide bar during use, causing unsafe operation.
Diagnostic overview
Chain jumps off or derails from the guide bar during use, causing unsafe operation.
Likely Root Causes
- Chain was too loose
- Worn or damaged drive links
- Bent, pinched, or badly worn guide-bar groove
- Damaged drive sprocket
- Cover, tensioner, or locking knob did not hold
Quick Checks
- tests.
Repair Preview
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