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why does the chain keep falling off the bar?

My Poulan 35cc 16" chainsaw can not keep the chain on the bar. I adjust the tension (is is an adjusting wheel, no tools required), making sure that the bottom of the chain is making solid contact with the bar. I begin to cut again and the chain comes off. Why is this happening? Do I need a new chain? How do I tell if the tensioner is bad?
Mark, May 2008
sounds like the bar and chain have worn due to incorrect function of automatic chain oiler.replace both and check auto oiler for chain

caine, May 2008