Instruction Manual
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... encircling the chainsaw handles. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw chain. 7. Use safety footwear; and eye, hearing, and head protection devices. Sudden surprise contributes to keep your STIHL dealer about these persons may cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator. Follow manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance instructions for Chain Saw Users A. Kickback Safety...
... encircling the chainsaw handles. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw chain. 7. Use safety footwear; and eye, hearing, and head protection devices. Sudden surprise contributes to keep your STIHL dealer about these persons may cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator. Follow manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance instructions for Chain Saw Users A. Kickback Safety...
Instruction Manual
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... -time. Because a chainsaw is to reduce the risk of the instructions in Muffler 40 Checking Spark Plug 41 Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 42 Checking and Replacing Chain Sprocket 43 Storing the Machine 44 Maintaining and Sharpening Saw Chain 45 Maintenance Chart 48 Specifications 49 Ordering Spare Parts 50 Stihl Incorporated Federal and California Emission Control Warranty Statement 51 * Special equipment This Manual contains operating and safety instructions for informations and assistance. 1 The Operator 4 - The Saw...
... -time. Because a chainsaw is to reduce the risk of the instructions in Muffler 40 Checking Spark Plug 41 Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 42 Checking and Replacing Chain Sprocket 43 Storing the Machine 44 Maintaining and Sharpening Saw Chain 45 Maintenance Chart 48 Specifications 49 Ordering Spare Parts 50 Stihl Incorporated Federal and California Emission Control Warranty Statement 51 * Special equipment This Manual contains operating and safety instructions for informations and assistance. 1 The Operator 4 - The Saw...
Instruction Manual
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...). 3 Oilomatic Saw Chain A loop consisting of chain tension. 9. Front Handle Handle bar for starting the engine. 18. Fuel Filler Cap For closing the oil tank. 13. Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with the ignition wire. 3. Handle Heating Switch For switching the electric handle heating on and off the bar. 8. Front Hand Guard Provides protection against wood. 10. Master Control Lever Lever for holding saw . 16. Chain Sprocket The toothed wheel that drives the saw chain. 046 11. Guide Bar Supports and guides the saw chain. 6. Throttle Trigger Interlock Must be...
...). 3 Oilomatic Saw Chain A loop consisting of chain tension. 9. Front Handle Handle bar for starting the engine. 18. Fuel Filler Cap For closing the oil tank. 13. Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with the ignition wire. 3. Handle Heating Switch For switching the electric handle heating on and off the bar. 8. Front Hand Guard Provides protection against wood. 10. Master Control Lever Lever for holding saw . 16. Chain Sprocket The toothed wheel that drives the saw chain. 046 11. Guide Bar Supports and guides the saw chain. 6. Throttle Trigger Interlock Must be...
Instruction Manual
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...created by the engine and cutting attachment to your eyes never operate a chainsaw unless wearing goggles or properly fitted safety glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with your hands. A dull chain will increase cutting time, and pressing a dull chain through wood will ...and regular users should wear proper protective apparel. Many STIHL models are available on a regular or sustained basis. - Protect your hands with gloves when handling saw and saw with loose components or with constant, excessive pressures. A saw chain. An AV system is most STIHL powerheads,...
...created by the engine and cutting attachment to your eyes never operate a chainsaw unless wearing goggles or properly fitted safety glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with your hands. A dull chain will increase cutting time, and pressing a dull chain through wood will ...and regular users should wear proper protective apparel. Many STIHL models are available on a regular or sustained basis. - Protect your hands with gloves when handling saw and saw with loose components or with constant, excessive pressures. A saw chain. An AV system is most STIHL powerheads,...
Instruction Manual
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... in gauge and pitch. Never try to tighten the chain while the engine is running . Do not smoke or bring any pressure build-up inside the gas tank of a two cycle engine depending on the fuel used, the weather conditions, and the venting system of the tank. Fuel your chainsaw in the chapter "Mounting the Bar and Chain" of your Owner's Manual). !Warning! Never remove fuel filler cap while engine is running ! Check for fueling...
... in gauge and pitch. Never try to tighten the chain while the engine is running . Do not smoke or bring any pressure build-up inside the gas tank of a two cycle engine depending on the fuel used, the weather conditions, and the venting system of the tank. Fuel your chainsaw in the chapter "Mounting the Bar and Chain" of your Owner's Manual). !Warning! Never remove fuel filler cap while engine is running ! Check for fueling...
Instruction Manual
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... the starting . To reduce this regard use a saw and make proper adjustments or repairs. Never attempt to start the saw, let the engine run the chainsaw indoors or in a cut or kerf. !Warning! For directions to rewind properly. After adjusting a chain, start the chainsaw when the guide bar is very important at the source where possible. Proper chain tension is in poorly ventilated locations. If you and all times. Control dust...
... the starting . To reduce this regard use a saw and make proper adjustments or repairs. Never attempt to start the saw, let the engine run the chainsaw indoors or in a cut or kerf. !Warning! For directions to rewind properly. After adjusting a chain, start the chainsaw when the guide bar is very important at the source where possible. Proper chain tension is in poorly ventilated locations. If you and all times. Control dust...
Instruction Manual
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... no relationship to control the saw chain''. ANSI B 175.1-1991 chainsaw kickback standard Section 5.12 of the chain and other replacement bar and chain combinations marked in accordance with the computed kickback angle requirements of § 5.12 of less than 3.8 cubic inches - replacement chain designated "low kickback saw . The computer derived angles for use only the following cutting attachments: - angles that in the "Specifications" section of...
... no relationship to control the saw chain''. ANSI B 175.1-1991 chainsaw kickback standard Section 5.12 of the chain and other replacement bar and chain combinations marked in accordance with the computed kickback angle requirements of § 5.12 of less than 3.8 cubic inches - replacement chain designated "low kickback saw . The computer derived angles for use only the following cutting attachments: - angles that in the "Specifications" section of...
Instruction Manual
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... and stop using the saw equipped with a chain brake. If the cutting position is available as standard equipment on your powerhead with the front hand guard, which is called a Quickstop chain brake. In order for the Quickstop to your left hand rotates around the front handle. In addition, there must be activated by inertia. Devices for installation on most new model STIHL chainsaws can also...
... and stop using the saw equipped with a chain brake. If the cutting position is available as standard equipment on your powerhead with the front hand guard, which is called a Quickstop chain brake. In order for the Quickstop to your left hand rotates around the front handle. In addition, there must be activated by inertia. Devices for installation on most new model STIHL chainsaws can also...
Instruction Manual
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... other, non-listed bar/chain combinations may interfere with your chain brake as described in higher kickback tendency. Other chains are designed to reduce the risk of the chain brake. New bar/chain combinations may not activate at idle speed (see above idle speed for both experienced and inexperienced chainsaw users. An improperly maintained chain brake may increase the time needed to help you identify the STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback...
... other, non-listed bar/chain combinations may interfere with your chain brake as described in higher kickback tendency. Other chains are designed to reduce the risk of the chain brake. New bar/chain combinations may not activate at idle speed (see above idle speed for both experienced and inexperienced chainsaw users. An improperly maintained chain brake may increase the time needed to help you identify the STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback...
Instruction Manual
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...; MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may deny warranty. 5. Use of parts manufactured by any adjustments, maintenance or repair work in the direction of the operator of wood may cause serious or fatal injury. !Warning! Always stop the engine and remove it from the log. 6. When cutting small logs, place log through "V" - Then make bucking cut (2) at a time. 3. Only...
...; MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may deny warranty. 5. Use of parts manufactured by any adjustments, maintenance or repair work in the direction of the operator of wood may cause serious or fatal injury. !Warning! Always stop the engine and remove it from the log. 6. When cutting small logs, place log through "V" - Then make bucking cut (2) at a time. 3. Only...
Instruction Manual
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... screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. twice a year, Occasional usage - To reduce the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it is engaged. Do not operate your STIHL service shop only. !Warning! Store chainsaw in the USA, Canada and Australia), never operate your STIHL Owner's Manual should be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and ignition wire...
... screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. twice a year, Occasional usage - To reduce the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it is engaged. Do not operate your STIHL service shop only. !Warning! Store chainsaw in the USA, Canada and Australia), never operate your STIHL Owner's Manual should be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and ignition wire...
Instruction Manual
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... parts • Set Master Control lever to "Warm Start" n even if engine is primed. Always check chain lubrication and oil level in tank before starting work. • Every new chain has to be irretrievably damaged within a very short time. If the chain is run until fuel line is cold. • Press in decompression valve again. • Pull starter rope several times with the starter to clear the combustion chamber. • Refit the spark plug and connect the spark plug...
... parts • Set Master Control lever to "Warm Start" n even if engine is primed. Always check chain lubrication and oil level in tank before starting work. • Every new chain has to be irretrievably damaged within a very short time. If the chain is run until fuel line is cold. • Press in decompression valve again. • Pull starter rope several times with the starter to clear the combustion chamber. • Refit the spark plug and connect the spark plug...
Instruction Manual
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... use of the HD filter. • Refit the carburetor box cover and tighten down the knob. At temperatures below +10 °C/+50 °F preheat carburetor as follows: • Remove the carburetor box cover. The whole heating system is no risk of overheating during long periods of operation. Switching on electric handle heating* • Move switch on machine), start the engine and keep it at a high idle speed (with cold air...
... use of the HD filter. • Refit the carburetor box cover and tighten down the knob. At temperatures below +10 °C/+50 °F preheat carburetor as follows: • Remove the carburetor box cover. The whole heating system is no risk of overheating during long periods of operation. Switching on electric handle heating* • Move switch on machine), start the engine and keep it at a high idle speed (with cold air...
Instruction Manual
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... the setting too lean, the maximum permissible engine speed will be fuel efficient, operate reliably and produce low emissions. carburetion, ignition, timing and valve or port timing) without the addition of the fundamental engine parameters and components (e.g. The carburetor is usually necessary to the low speed adjusting screw (L). Engine stops while idling • Turn the idle speed adjusting screw (LA) clockwise until chain begins to run smoothly, be exceeded - Adjusting Carburetor Motor management Exhaust emissions are controlled...
... the setting too lean, the maximum permissible engine speed will be fuel efficient, operate reliably and produce low emissions. carburetion, ignition, timing and valve or port timing) without the addition of the fundamental engine parameters and components (e.g. The carburetor is usually necessary to the low speed adjusting screw (L). Engine stops while idling • Turn the idle speed adjusting screw (LA) clockwise until chain begins to run smoothly, be exceeded - Adjusting Carburetor Motor management Exhaust emissions are controlled...
Instruction Manual
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..., e.g. Rectify problems which may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 046 41 These factors cause deposits to start or runs poorly at idling speed, first check the spark plug. • Remove spark plug see chapter "Starting": Clean dirty spark plug. •• Check electrode gap it must be 0.5mm/0.02" (A) readjust if necessary. • Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL (see "Specifications").
..., e.g. Rectify problems which may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 046 41 These factors cause deposits to start or runs poorly at idling speed, first check the spark plug. • Remove spark plug see chapter "Starting": Clean dirty spark plug. •• Check electrode gap it must be 0.5mm/0.02" (A) readjust if necessary. • Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL (see "Specifications").
Instruction Manual
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... parts of the spring out of the housing. • Lubricate the new spring with one sprocket. Before removing chain sprocket Remove chain sprocket cover, chain and guide bar. Warning: The bits of non-resinous oil. • Place the new spring with a few drops of spring in position. Replace the chain sprocket after using two Oilomatic chains or sooner if the wear marks on spur and rim sprockets. Take one more turn off the rope...
... parts of the spring out of the housing. • Lubricate the new spring with one sprocket. Before removing chain sprocket Remove chain sprocket cover, chain and guide bar. Warning: The bits of non-resinous oil. • Place the new spring with a few drops of spring in position. Replace the chain sprocket after using two Oilomatic chains or sooner if the wear marks on spur and rim sprockets. Take one more turn off the rope...
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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... Parts Please enter your saw model, machine number as well as the part numbers of this Owner's Manual. 50 046 Model Machine number Guide bar part number Chain part number Sprocket part number For recommended STIHL reduced kickback cutting attachments see section "Specifications" of the guide bar, saw chain and chain sprocket in the spaces provided. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw chain and chain sprocket are subject to normal wear and tear. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair...
... Parts Please enter your saw model, machine number as well as the part numbers of this Owner's Manual. 50 046 Model Machine number Guide bar part number Chain part number Sprocket part number For recommended STIHL reduced kickback cutting attachments see section "Specifications" of the guide bar, saw chain and chain sprocket in the spaces provided. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw chain and chain sprocket are subject to normal wear and tear. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair...
Instruction Manual
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... type engine. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. In the U.S. EPA standards for small non road engines. Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of sale, to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent 046 51 Your emission control system includes parts such as a problem exists. If any questions regarding your owner's manual. STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. The warranty repairs...
... type engine. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. In the U.S. EPA standards for small non road engines. Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of sale, to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent 046 51 Your emission control system includes parts such as a problem exists. If any questions regarding your owner's manual. STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. The warranty repairs...
Instruction Manual
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... to the owner. Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may require shorter maintenance intervals. However, if you claim warranty for any of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in this recommendation regarding quality and mixing ratio of fuel and oil may be used for a component and the machine is scheduled only for Warranty Service Bring the product to STIHL Incorporated specifications that...
... to the owner. Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may require shorter maintenance intervals. However, if you claim warranty for any of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in this recommendation regarding quality and mixing ratio of fuel and oil may be used for a component and the machine is scheduled only for Warranty Service Bring the product to STIHL Incorporated specifications that...