Instruction Manual
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... are operating the saw. 4. and eye, hearing, and head protection devices. Tip contact in and pinches the saw . As a chainsaw user, you are fatigued. 3. continued on the front handle, when the engine is intended to chainsaw kickback. STIHL has developed a color code system using green and yellow to help you to accidents. 2. With a basic understanding of the ANSI Standard. Cut at high engine speeds. 5. Only use replacement bars and chains...
... are operating the saw. 4. and eye, hearing, and head protection devices. Tip contact in and pinches the saw . As a chainsaw user, you are fatigued. 3. continued on the front handle, when the engine is intended to chainsaw kickback. STIHL has developed a color code system using green and yellow to help you to accidents. 2. With a basic understanding of the ANSI Standard. Cut at high engine speeds. 5. Only use replacement bars and chains...
Instruction Manual
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... described in Muffler 40 Checking Spark Plug 40 Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 39 Checking and Replacing Chain Sprocket 42 Ordering Spare Parts 43 Maintaining and Sharpening Saw Chain 44 Maintenance Chart 47 Specifications 48 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 49 * Special equipment This Manual contains operating and safety instructions for your area if you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions before using your STIHL chainsaw, it is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special...
... described in Muffler 40 Checking Spark Plug 40 Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 39 Checking and Replacing Chain Sprocket 42 Ordering Spare Parts 43 Maintaining and Sharpening Saw Chain 44 Maintenance Chart 47 Specifications 48 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 49 * Special equipment This Manual contains operating and safety instructions for your area if you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions before using your STIHL chainsaw, it is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special...
Instruction Manual
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.... 6. Fuel Filler Cap For closing the oil tank. 12. Clutch Couples engine to stop switch position. 17. Oil Filler cap For closing the fuel tank. 18. Rear Handle The support handle for holding saw . 15. Muffler Reduces engine exhaust noise and directs the exhaust gases. 13. Throttle Trigger Interlock Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activate. 20. Master Control Lever Lever for starting throttle, run and stop the rotation of the starter, for choke control, starting the engine. 16. Chain Brake A device...
.... 6. Fuel Filler Cap For closing the oil tank. 12. Clutch Couples engine to stop switch position. 17. Oil Filler cap For closing the fuel tank. 18. Rear Handle The support handle for holding saw . 15. Muffler Reduces engine exhaust noise and directs the exhaust gases. 13. Throttle Trigger Interlock Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activate. 20. Master Control Lever Lever for starting throttle, run and stop the rotation of the starter, for choke control, starting the engine. 16. Chain Brake A device...
Instruction Manual
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... engine and cutting attachment to have higher vibration levels. - Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting, but do not guarantee that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long periods of exposure to whitefinger disease are available with gloves when handling saw and saw or brush. Wear sturdy boots with a reinforced cut retardant insert or cut...
... engine and cutting attachment to have higher vibration levels. - Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting, but do not guarantee that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long periods of exposure to whitefinger disease are available with gloves when handling saw and saw or brush. Wear sturdy boots with a reinforced cut retardant insert or cut...
Instruction Manual
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... the saw Take off ). Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Never remove fuel filler cap while engine is fixed and spilled fuel has been wiped away. Always shut off the engine and then tighten. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must be vented from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on your saw with the sprocket cover loose. In order to cool before starting...
... the saw Take off ). Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Never remove fuel filler cap while engine is fixed and spilled fuel has been wiped away. Always shut off the engine and then tighten. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must be vented from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on your saw with the sprocket cover loose. In order to cool before starting...
Instruction Manual
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... starting throttle lock engaged will be fast enough for instance, have your STIHL dealer check your hands. When the engine is not activated, turn the chain. Do not allow the grip to snap back, but guide the starter rope slowly back to permit the rope to cause cancer, reproductive toxicity, etc. When you are clear of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have published lists...
... starting throttle lock engaged will be fast enough for instance, have your STIHL dealer check your hands. When the engine is not activated, turn the chain. Do not allow the grip to snap back, but guide the starter rope slowly back to permit the rope to cause cancer, reproductive toxicity, etc. When you are clear of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have published lists...
Instruction Manual
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... test machine. The computer derived angles of § 5.12 of the Owner's Manual or - These include chain speed, the speed at most 45°. !Warning! must be equipped with § 5.12 of 3.8 cubic inches and above - In order for the operator to control the saw chain you use only the following cutting attachments: - Many factors influence the occurrence and force of ANSI B 175...
... test machine. The computer derived angles of § 5.12 of the Owner's Manual or - These include chain speed, the speed at most 45°. !Warning! must be equipped with § 5.12 of 3.8 cubic inches and above - In order for the operator to control the saw chain you use only the following cutting attachments: - Many factors influence the occurrence and force of ANSI B 175...
Instruction Manual
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... the chain is not turning at all. !Warning! New bar/chain combinations may be developed after activation, or may increase kickback forces and increase the risk of kickback injury. Never run the chainsaw above "Important Adjustments"). STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains are for users with extraordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized training for both experienced and inexperienced chainsaw users. See your chain brake as...
... the chain is not turning at all. !Warning! New bar/chain combinations may be developed after activation, or may increase kickback forces and increase the risk of kickback injury. Never run the chainsaw above "Important Adjustments"). STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains are for users with extraordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized training for both experienced and inexperienced chainsaw users. See your chain brake as...
Instruction Manual
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Cut only one log at compression side (A). Never hold the log. Pull out exposed and cleared logs first. Use of parts manufactured by any adjustments, maintenance or repair work in the chapters "Mounting the Bar and Chain", "Maintaining and Sharpening" and "Chain Brake". !Warning! Always stop the engine and remove it from the log. 6. Shattered wood should work , 23 Logs under strain: Risk of...
Cut only one log at compression side (A). Never hold the log. Pull out exposed and cleared logs first. Use of parts manufactured by any adjustments, maintenance or repair work in the chapters "Mounting the Bar and Chain", "Maintaining and Sharpening" and "Chain Brake". !Warning! Always stop the engine and remove it from the log. 6. Shattered wood should work , 23 Logs under strain: Risk of...
Instruction Manual
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... clutch drum must be strictly followed. For any maintenance or repair work performed at proper tension. Store chainsaw in this manual. To reduce the risk of fire (e. g. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each STIHL chainsaw should be kept free of the band on the drum. For these reasons, each use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. changing the saw chain or cleaning the saw if the screen...
... clutch drum must be strictly followed. For any maintenance or repair work performed at proper tension. Store chainsaw in this manual. To reduce the risk of fire (e. g. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each STIHL chainsaw should be kept free of the band on the drum. For these reasons, each use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. changing the saw chain or cleaning the saw if the screen...
Instruction Manual
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... contact with waste oil. in chain, check chain tension and adjust if necessary see section "Checking Chain Tension". 28 044 If the oil tank is run dry, the whole cutting attachment will otherwise quickly turn to remove, especially in the area of the lubricant. Always check chain lubrication and oil level in tank before starting work. • Every new chain has to be resistant to use an HD single grade or multigrade engine oil with soap...
... contact with waste oil. in chain, check chain tension and adjust if necessary see section "Checking Chain Tension". 28 044 If the oil tank is run dry, the whole cutting attachment will otherwise quickly turn to remove, especially in the area of the lubricant. Always check chain lubrication and oil level in tank before starting work. • Every new chain has to be resistant to use an HD single grade or multigrade engine oil with soap...
Instruction Manual
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...; set the Master Control lever to idle speed. Observe safety precautions. •• Always check operation of chain lubrication before starting work . High revs with the chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly damage the powerhead and chain drive (clutch, chain brake). as shown in illustration. • Open throttle slightly warm up As soon as engine runs, immediately blip the throttle trigger (4) - Always disengage chain brake before accelerating engine and before starting cutting work . see section "Winter Operation". As the chain brake...
...; set the Master Control lever to idle speed. Observe safety precautions. •• Always check operation of chain lubrication before starting work . High revs with the chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly damage the powerhead and chain drive (clutch, chain brake). as shown in illustration. • Open throttle slightly warm up As soon as engine runs, immediately blip the throttle trigger (4) - Always disengage chain brake before accelerating engine and before starting cutting work . see section "Winter Operation". As the chain brake...
Instruction Manual
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... housing if you use of the HD filter. • Refit the carburetor box cover and tighten down the knob. This is maintenance-free. *Special accessory *Special equipment 38 044 Switching on electric handle heating* • Move switch on machine), start the engine and keep it at a high idle speed (with cold air this helps prevent carburetror icing. The whole heating system is essential to avoid engine running problems, first check that conditions for use...
... housing if you use of the HD filter. • Refit the carburetor box cover and tighten down the knob. This is maintenance-free. *Special accessory *Special equipment 38 044 Switching on electric handle heating* • Move switch on machine), start the engine and keep it at a high idle speed (with cold air this helps prevent carburetror icing. The whole heating system is essential to avoid engine running problems, first check that conditions for use...
Instruction Manual
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... start or runs poorly at idling speed, first check the spark plug. • Remove spark plug see "Specifications"). operating at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. If engine is down . Take out the four screws. •• Remove the muffler upper casing (4). Rectify problems which may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 1 Wrong fuel mix (too much oil in fuel mix, dirty air filter, unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part load. • Fit a new spark plug...
... start or runs poorly at idling speed, first check the spark plug. • Remove spark plug see "Specifications"). operating at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. If engine is down . Take out the four screws. •• Remove the muffler upper casing (4). Rectify problems which may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 1 Wrong fuel mix (too much oil in fuel mix, dirty air filter, unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part load. • Fit a new spark plug...
Instruction Manual
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... use gauge* 0000 893 4101 to check the depth of spring in the fan housing might still be possible to rotate the rotor at least another half turn off the rope. • Fit the fan housing on teeth of rim sprockets Right: on the crankcase. Before removing chain sprocket • Remove chain sprocket cover, chain and guide bar. • Disengage the chain brake: Pull hand guard toward front handle. * Special accessory 044...
... use gauge* 0000 893 4101 to check the depth of spring in the fan housing might still be possible to rotate the rotor at least another half turn off the rope. • Fit the fan housing on teeth of rim sprockets Right: on the crankcase. Before removing chain sprocket • Remove chain sprocket cover, chain and guide bar. • Disengage the chain brake: Pull hand guard toward front handle. * Special accessory 044...
Instruction Manual
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... authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STlHL spare parts. Use only original STIHL clutch drums to engage oil pump drive refit washer and E-clip on the crankshaft. This will make re-ordering simpler. clean the crankshaft stub and needle cage, and lubricate with cavities facing outward - • refit washer and E-clip on the crankshaft. The guide bar, saw model, the part numbers and names of the chain brake. 044 K Please...
... authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STlHL spare parts. Use only original STIHL clutch drums to engage oil pump drive refit washer and E-clip on the crankshaft. This will make re-ordering simpler. clean the crankshaft stub and needle cage, and lubricate with cavities facing outward - • refit washer and E-clip on the crankshaft. The guide bar, saw model, the part numbers and names of the chain brake. 044 K Please...
Instruction Manual
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... trigger , trigger interlock, Master Control Chain brake Filter in fuel tank Fuel tank Chain oil tank Chain lubrication Saw chain Guide bar Chain sprocket Air filter Cooling inlets Cylinder fins Carburetor Spark plug All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws)* Rubber vibration buffers Spark arresting screen in muffler Chain catcher Visual inspection (condition leaks) Clean Check operation Check operation Check by STIHL dealer Check Clean, Replace filter element Replace Clean Clean Check Inspect, also check sharpness Check chain tension Sharpen Check (wear, damage) Clean and turn...
... trigger , trigger interlock, Master Control Chain brake Filter in fuel tank Fuel tank Chain oil tank Chain lubrication Saw chain Guide bar Chain sprocket Air filter Cooling inlets Cylinder fins Carburetor Spark plug All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws)* Rubber vibration buffers Spark arresting screen in muffler Chain catcher Visual inspection (condition leaks) Clean Check operation Check operation Check by STIHL dealer Check Clean, Replace filter element Replace Clean Clean Check Inspect, also check sharpness Check chain tension Sharpen Check (wear, damage) Clean and turn...
Instruction Manual
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... subsequent 044 49 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. In the U.S. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine will be completed in your small off -road equipment engines are responsible for presenting your owner's manual. The equipment engine must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of all applicable regulations. Any replacement part or service...
... subsequent 044 49 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. In the U.S. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine will be completed in your small off -road equipment engines are responsible for presenting your owner's manual. The equipment engine must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of all applicable regulations. Any replacement part or service...
Instruction Manual
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... following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: Carburetor Choke (Cold start enrichment system) Intake manifold Air filter Spark plug Magneto or electronic ignition system (ignition module) Catalytic converter (if applicable) Fasteners Where to any warranty maintenance or repairs on the application of two years. If any independent test laboratory. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any emission related part on your engine is free from this manual...
... following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: Carburetor Choke (Cold start enrichment system) Intake manifold Air filter Spark plug Magneto or electronic ignition system (ignition module) Catalytic converter (if applicable) Fasteners Where to any warranty maintenance or repairs on the application of two years. If any independent test laboratory. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any emission related part on your engine is free from this manual...
Instruction Manual
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... engine before starting or cutting with the engine stopped, the guide bar and saw chain is running. 8. All chainsaw service, other persons to the Code of oil or fuel mixture. 15. Note: When using a chainsaw for springback so that the saw chain to do so. 17. Continuation of the Owner's Manual. Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain and be near the chainsaw when starting the engine. 5. Do not operate a chainsaw...
... engine before starting or cutting with the engine stopped, the guide bar and saw chain is running. 8. All chainsaw service, other persons to the Code of oil or fuel mixture. 15. Note: When using a chainsaw for springback so that the saw chain to do so. 17. Continuation of the Owner's Manual. Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain and be near the chainsaw when starting the engine. 5. Do not operate a chainsaw...
