In this article, we will go over the proper installation of your tensioner and chain. 

Step 1- Installing the Tensioner

• Install the chain tensor in the position below
• Tighten the 6mm bolt to secure it in place
  
  

Step 2- Tensioning the tensioner

• Turn the chain tensioner counter-clockwise as shown below

  
  Step 3- Install Chain
  
  

• While holding the tensioner in place install the chain from the front and over the top of the freewheel
• Thread the chain down through the two gears as shown below
  
  

  Step 4- Hook up the chain

• Hook up the chain. This video covers how to do it
• Make sure the chain is routed over the chain stay
• Do not go around the chainring at this time
  
  
  
  
  

  Step 5- Reposition the Tensioner

  
  
  
  
• Now that the chain has been linked up we can move the tensioner into the proper position
• Loosen the 6mm bolt and rotate the tensioner as shown
  
  
  
  
• Once in the proper place tighten the 6mm bolt
• Ensuring the chain stays on the freewheel and two gears you can wrap the chain around the front chain wheel
• You might need to pull down as shown below to get some slack in the chain
  
  

Step 6- Checkover

• Check to make sure the chain is routed smoothly over all 4 gears
• Spin the pedals backward by hand and make sure the chain does not jump or come off