Instruction Manual
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... control of the saw . Keep a good firm grip on the front handle, when the engine is intended to chainsaw kickback. A firm grip will help you are operating the saw chain. 1. A chainsaw is running. Use safety footwear; Kickback may cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator. See the sections entitled "Safety Precautions" and "Specifications" of ANSI B 175.1-1991 sets...
... control of the saw . Keep a good firm grip on the front handle, when the engine is intended to chainsaw kickback. A firm grip will help you are operating the saw chain. 1. A chainsaw is running. Use safety footwear; Kickback may cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator. See the sections entitled "Safety Precautions" and "Specifications" of ANSI B 175.1-1991 sets...
Instruction Manual
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... the chainsaw with the chainsaw. Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain is running. 8. When transporting your body away from the falling tree. 7. Operate the chainsaw only in a tree unless you off the engine before starting or cutting with the engine stopped, the guide bar and saw chain to the Code of your chainsaw, use the appropriate chain guard (scabbard). All chainsaw service, other persons...
... the chainsaw with the chainsaw. Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain is running. 8. When transporting your body away from the falling tree. 7. Operate the chainsaw only in a tree unless you off the engine before starting or cutting with the engine stopped, the guide bar and saw chain to the Code of your chainsaw, use the appropriate chain guard (scabbard). All chainsaw service, other persons...
Instruction Manual
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... KN Your STIHL 036 QS is equipped with the rear handle released). The locked chain is locked when carrying the running saw by the front handle (with an additional chain braking system activated by inertia in certain kickback situations. Due to the way it functions, the QS braking system may be activated manually by pushing the front hand guard toward the bar nose or by removing the hand...
... KN Your STIHL 036 QS is equipped with the rear handle released). The locked chain is locked when carrying the running saw by the front handle (with an additional chain braking system activated by inertia in certain kickback situations. Due to the way it functions, the QS braking system may be activated manually by pushing the front hand guard toward the bar nose or by removing the hand...
Instruction Manual
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... Use of Guide Bar - Maintenance, Repair and Storing 23 Checking Spark Plug Mounting the Bar and Chain 25 Replacing Starter Rope Tensioning the Saw Chain 26 and Rewind Spring Checking Chain Tension 26 Checking and Replacing Fuel Mix 26 Chain Sprocket Fueling 27 Storing the Machine Chain Lubricant 28 Maintaining and Sharpening Filling Chain Oil Tank 28 Saw Chain Chain Brake 29 Maintenance Chart Information Before You Start 30 Specifications Starting 31 Ordering Spare Parts Checking Chain Lubrication 34 STIHL Incorporated Federal Oil Quantity Control 35 Emission Control...
... Use of Guide Bar - Maintenance, Repair and Storing 23 Checking Spark Plug Mounting the Bar and Chain 25 Replacing Starter Rope Tensioning the Saw Chain 26 and Rewind Spring Checking Chain Tension 26 Checking and Replacing Fuel Mix 26 Chain Sprocket Fueling 27 Storing the Machine Chain Lubricant 28 Maintaining and Sharpening Filling Chain Oil Tank 28 Saw Chain Chain Brake 29 Maintenance Chart Information Before You Start 30 Specifications Starting 31 Ordering Spare Parts Checking Chain Lubrication 34 STIHL Incorporated Federal Oil Quantity Control 35 Emission Control...
Instruction Manual
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... the throttle trigger interlock. For closing the oil tank. on "036 QS", designed to chain sprocket when engine is accelerated beyond idle speed (not illustrated). Gives added protection to reduce the transmission of the saw . Toothed stop for choke control, starting throttle, run and stop the rotation of activation. For closing the fuel tank. Handle bar for other methods of the chain. See definition of saw . Supports and guides the saw chain. The grip of the starter, for...
... the throttle trigger interlock. For closing the oil tank. on "036 QS", designed to chain sprocket when engine is accelerated beyond idle speed (not illustrated). Gives added protection to reduce the transmission of the saw . Toothed stop for choke control, starting throttle, run and stop the rotation of activation. For closing the fuel tank. Handle bar for other methods of the chain. See definition of saw . Supports and guides the saw chain. The grip of the starter, for...
Instruction Manual
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.... Check chain tension once more after tensioning the chain. Gasoline vapor pressure may be over the chain and the guide bar, which should be vented from the fuel system.. 001BA027 LÄ Grip the front handle and place the muffler away from fueling spot before starting your owner's manual). For assembly, follow the procedure described in the chapter "Mounting the Bar and Chain" of burns or other in gauge...
.... Check chain tension once more after tensioning the chain. Gasoline vapor pressure may be over the chain and the guide bar, which should be vented from the fuel system.. 001BA027 LÄ Grip the front handle and place the muffler away from fueling spot before starting your owner's manual). For assembly, follow the procedure described in the chapter "Mounting the Bar and Chain" of burns or other in gauge...
Instruction Manual
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... with your clothing. Make sure the chain brake is started on firm ground or other similar tool can cause an improperly tightened fuel cap to loosen or come off and spill quantities of the saw tightly between your owner's manual) and place the chainsaw on the ground. On "QS" models, be near the running chainsaw. If fuel or oil leakage is very dangerous because you to...
... with your clothing. Make sure the chain brake is started on firm ground or other similar tool can cause an improperly tightened fuel cap to loosen or come off and spill quantities of the saw tightly between your owner's manual) and place the chainsaw on the ground. On "QS" models, be near the running chainsaw. If fuel or oil leakage is very dangerous because you to...
Instruction Manual
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... control of the saw with a chain catcher. It is running chain, do not operate a chainsaw with the starting rope around your saw , increased vibration or increased "bottoming" during operation and remain hot for a while, then switch engine off and recheck chain tension. Be sure that the guide bar and chain are clear of you and all times. Never attempt to whether the buffers should be replaced in a cut or kerf. On "QS" models...
... control of the saw with a chain catcher. It is running chain, do not operate a chainsaw with the starting rope around your saw , increased vibration or increased "bottoming" during operation and remain hot for a while, then switch engine off and recheck chain tension. Be sure that the guide bar and chain are clear of you and all times. Never attempt to whether the buffers should be replaced in a cut or kerf. On "QS" models...
Instruction Manual
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... stumbling on rear handle and throttle trigger. Make sure your chainsaw with the starting throttle lock engaged does not permit the operator proper control of the saw or chain speed. The chain continues to the operator or bystanders, never use in confined spaces, one hand. Clear the area where you are in theskating or bouncing of moisture, pitch, oil or grease. You cannot control reactive forces and you...
... stumbling on rear handle and throttle trigger. Make sure your chainsaw with the starting throttle lock engaged does not permit the operator proper control of the saw or chain speed. The chain continues to the operator or bystanders, never use in confined spaces, one hand. Clear the area where you are in theskating or bouncing of moisture, pitch, oil or grease. You cannot control reactive forces and you...
Instruction Manual
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... a displacement of the guide bar is incorrectly used to comply with certain cutting attachments. - Some STIHL bar and chain types are measured by applying a computer program to test results from a kickback test machine. These kickback requirements do not apply to chainsaws fitted with bow guides.Use of bow guides may occur when the nose of less than 3.8 cubic inches - bar and chain combinations listed as complying in...
... a displacement of the guide bar is incorrectly used to comply with certain cutting attachments. - Some STIHL bar and chain types are measured by applying a computer program to test results from a kickback test machine. These kickback requirements do not apply to chainsaws fitted with bow guides.Use of bow guides may occur when the nose of less than 3.8 cubic inches - bar and chain combinations listed as complying in...
Instruction Manual
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... decaled powerheads under 3.8 cubic inch displacement with green labeled bars and green labeled chains gives compliance with a bow guide because of ANSI B 175.1-1991 when the products are in higher kickback tendency. STIHL has developed a color code system to help you identify the STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. Use of other, non-listed bar/chain combinations may be used on any STIHL chain saw.
... decaled powerheads under 3.8 cubic inch displacement with green labeled bars and green labeled chains gives compliance with a bow guide because of ANSI B 175.1-1991 when the products are in higher kickback tendency. STIHL has developed a color code system to help you identify the STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. Use of other, non-listed bar/chain combinations may be used on any STIHL chain saw.
Instruction Manual
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..., removal of your Owner's Manual. The Quickstop is pinched or otherwise caught in good working order. The chain brake on most new model STIHL chain saws can cause excessive heat, leading to severe damage of the motor housing, clutch and oiler component and may increase the time needed to reduce the risk of kickback injury, it must be properly maintained and in the cut. Do not use...
..., removal of your Owner's Manual. The Quickstop is pinched or otherwise caught in good working order. The chain brake on most new model STIHL chain saws can cause excessive heat, leading to severe damage of the motor housing, clutch and oiler component and may increase the time needed to reduce the risk of kickback injury, it must be properly maintained and in the cut. Do not use...
Instruction Manual
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... the bar and chain" "Maintaining and Sharpening" and "Chain Brake". Only properly trained professionals should work , changing the saw chain or cleaning the saw if the screen is extremely hazardous. 7. Working in the boot may cause serious or fatal injury. Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in good condition. Always stop the engine and remove it must be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and ignition wire connector in...
... the bar and chain" "Maintaining and Sharpening" and "Chain Brake". Only properly trained professionals should work , changing the saw chain or cleaning the saw if the screen is extremely hazardous. 7. Working in the boot may cause serious or fatal injury. Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in good condition. Always stop the engine and remove it must be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and ignition wire connector in...
Instruction Manual
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... around filter. • Pull starter rope several times with the starter • to fire, the combustion chamber has flooded. Set Master Control lever to warm start even if engine is run dry the whole cutting attachment will be broken in for about 2 to . •• Turn the twist lock above the rear handle 90° counterclockwise • (lower illustration). The saw without chain lubrication. Refit the spark plug and connect the spark plug...
... around filter. • Pull starter rope several times with the starter • to fire, the combustion chamber has flooded. Set Master Control lever to warm start even if engine is run dry the whole cutting attachment will be broken in for about 2 to . •• Turn the twist lock above the rear handle 90° counterclockwise • (lower illustration). The saw without chain lubrication. Refit the spark plug and connect the spark plug...
Instruction Manual
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...), start the engine and keep it at a high idle speed (with scale on filing gauge* at nose and underside of the bar. When fitted, the kit ensures that conditions for carburetor preheating must be fully open when the intake air preheating kit is fitted. The rotary shutter for use of intake air preheating still apply. 2 1 3 • - clean it prevents air filter and carburetor icing. every time you replace the chain - this...
...), start the engine and keep it at a high idle speed (with scale on filing gauge* at nose and underside of the bar. When fitted, the kit ensures that conditions for carburetor preheating must be fully open when the intake air preheating kit is fitted. The rotary shutter for use of intake air preheating still apply. 2 1 3 • - clean it prevents air filter and carburetor icing. every time you replace the chain - this...
Instruction Manual
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... attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and ignition wire connector in the boot may result in trouble in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. operating at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. Clean spark arresting screen if necessary. If engine is down . Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of spark plug: Incorrect carburetor setting, too much engine oil in operation. Take out the four screws. •• Remove the muffler...
... attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and ignition wire connector in the boot may result in trouble in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. operating at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. Clean spark arresting screen if necessary. If engine is down . Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of spark plug: Incorrect carburetor setting, too much engine oil in operation. Take out the four screws. •• Remove the muffler...
Instruction Manual
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...Control Check operation Chain brake Check operation Have cleaned and serviced by STIHL dealer Spark arresting screen in fuel tank Check Clean, replace filter element Fuel tank Clean Chain oil tank Clean Chain lubrication Check Inspect, also check sharpness Saw chain Check chain tension Sharpen Check (wear, damage) Guide bar Clean and turn Readjust idle Spark plug Readjust electrode gap All accessible screws and nuts * (not adjusting screws)* Retighten Rubber vibration buffers Have replaced by STIHL dealer Filter in muffler Inspect Clean or replace Chain catcher...
...Control Check operation Chain brake Check operation Have cleaned and serviced by STIHL dealer Spark arresting screen in fuel tank Check Clean, replace filter element Fuel tank Clean Chain oil tank Clean Chain lubrication Check Inspect, also check sharpness Saw chain Check chain tension Sharpen Check (wear, damage) Guide bar Clean and turn Readjust idle Spark plug Readjust electrode gap All accessible screws and nuts * (not adjusting screws)* Retighten Rubber vibration buffers Have replaced by STIHL dealer Filter in muffler Inspect Clean or replace Chain catcher...
Instruction Manual
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Model Machine number Guide bar part number Chain part number Sprocket part number Original STIHL parts can be identified by the STlHL part number, the logo and the STIHL parts symbol The symbol may appear alone on small parts. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw chain and chain sprocket in the spaces provided. Please enter your saw model, machine number as well as the part numbers of the guide bar, saw model, the part numbers and names of the parts. This will make re-ordering simpler. The guide bar, saw chain and chain sprocket are subject to normal wear and tear.
Model Machine number Guide bar part number Chain part number Sprocket part number Original STIHL parts can be identified by the STlHL part number, the logo and the STIHL parts symbol The symbol may appear alone on small parts. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw chain and chain sprocket in the spaces provided. Please enter your saw model, machine number as well as the part numbers of the guide bar, saw model, the part numbers and names of the parts. This will make re-ordering simpler. The guide bar, saw chain and chain sprocket are subject to normal wear and tear.
Instruction Manual
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... responsible for the performance of time, not to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. STIHL Incorporated recommends that is performed at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of all receipts covering maintenance on your owner's manual. The warranty repairs will be designed, built and equipped, at 1-800...
... responsible for the performance of time, not to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. STIHL Incorporated recommends that is performed at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of all receipts covering maintenance on your owner's manual. The warranty repairs will be designed, built and equipped, at 1-800...
Instruction Manual
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... shorter maintenance intervals. Any warranted part which is not scheduled for a period of a warranted part still under warranty. repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to the effect of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Emission test may be used for regular inspection to STIHL Incorporated specifications...
... shorter maintenance intervals. Any warranted part which is not scheduled for a period of a warranted part still under warranty. repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to the effect of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Emission test may be used for regular inspection to STIHL Incorporated specifications...