Why do i have kickback from my chain saw? - Homelite 14" Oregon Chain Saw Repl. Chain Model 180 Series, 190, 192, Bandit, Classic 192, Electric 200, 240, 240SL, 245 Before XE339, Little Red, LX-30, Super 2, Super2CC, VI Super 2, XEL-14, XEL Electric, XL, XL2 After 504-2001, XL-2CC, XL-10, XL

The ignition timing is controled by the flywheel in relation to the core of the ignition unit and the key way in the crankshaft, so if the key in the flywheel has Shepard then the saw will kick back, if the key is ok then you can increase the air gap between the coil and the flywheel magnets to 0.5 mm, this may help.

pull rope just pass compression piston top dead center release rope let it rewind fully .then pull rope quick and firm.

I would be surprised if there is a fuse in the circuit. I have never seen one on a chain saw.

I don't know what suppliers you have in your area but where I live tractor supply, orechlins,and true value all have good selections of chains and knowledgeable sales staff. Most have a selection booklet that lists proper chain selections fo bar length, manufactures, chain type [ low kickback, fast cut, etc.]
You will need model number, manufactures name, chain length, type of chain you want. I would use the low kickback chain in almost all types of wood. About the only type of wood that I would use a more aggressive chain on is soft high moisture content woods like cottonwood or certain elms and pines. I hope this helps you. Thanks

chain may have been too tight. or the kickback bar is locked. good luck. hope this helps.

Check to see if you have the chain oriented correctly - it is east to put them on backward without realizing it. Th3e teeth should point forward, with the anti - kickback lug in front of the tooth. Let me know if this helps!!

Hello Jennifer;
The number of drive links, pitch and gauge of the chain need to be determined to answer your question. If you take your saw or just the chain to a local chain saw outlet a new chain can be fabricated in a very few minutes. This will save shipping and handling fees as well. While there get the numbers mentioned above. Once you have these you can likely find a low kickback chain in a local home center the next time the chain needs replacement.
The FAQs here can likely answer all your questions.
http://www.oregonchain.com/pro/service/faq.htm

If you have more questions or need additional help please reply below and I will get back to you. HTH & Good Luck.
Lou
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Grasp the forward most upper handle (hand guard), move it forward, did it click? If no the brake is released. Pull it aft until the brake latches open (clicks), may require some grunt at rear extreme.
Remove the clutch cover, bar and chain. Start the saw, does it still smoke? Yes post back below, no reassemble your saw, ensure the brake is open. Start teh saw. Smoke? If yes post back below.
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4146814-chainsaw_chain_installation

If you have more questions or need additional help please reply below and I will get back to you. Good Luck. HTH
Lou
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Most saws have a safety or anti kickback brake. Yours might have tripped. There is a guard in front of where your left hand holds the saw. With the saw NOT running, pull the guard HARD towards the back of the saw. It should move a bit ant you may hear a click. The chain should now move. If the chain moves easily when the saw is not running, but doesn't move when you rev the saw up, the clutch is broken.

Mine did this when nearly brand new. You likely have a nasty jam of oil and sawdust stuck between the chain brake and the flywheel. It can be loosened by either careful prying of the case or precise shots of carb cleaner up in the housing. While you are in there look for a buildup of oil around the chain brake connection to the kickback paddle.