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...that you do not understand any other power saw . Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for all of your saw differ from your saw to continually improve all STIHL 046 series power saws. STIHL's philosophy is to reduce the risk of Guide Bar 34 Oil ... 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 your ...
...that you do not understand any other power saw . Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for all of your saw differ from your saw to continually improve all STIHL 046 series power saws. STIHL's philosophy is to reduce the risk of Guide Bar 34 Oil ... 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 your ...
Instruction Manual
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... may result in preignition (causing "pinging") which is accompanied by hand. • If necessary, retension the chain. This, in use for mixing. 26 046 The chemical composition of brand-name gasoline and quality two-stroke engine oil with the chain brake disengaged, it is also important. For this reason... has to be possible to pull the chain along the bar by an increase in your area is certified to the engine. Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent branded two-stroke aircooled engine oils with the mix ratio 50:1. This engine is lower, use premium unleaded...
... may result in preignition (causing "pinging") which is accompanied by hand. • If necessary, retension the chain. This, in use for mixing. 26 046 The chemical composition of brand-name gasoline and quality two-stroke engine oil with the chain brake disengaged, it is also important. For this reason... has to be possible to pull the chain along the bar by an increase in your area is certified to the engine. Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent branded two-stroke aircooled engine oils with the mix ratio 50:1. This engine is lower, use premium unleaded...
Instruction Manual
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... any pressure build-up body every year. screwdriver end of combination wrench) to tighten slotted fuel caps. 046 143BA008 KN 143BA009 KN Change the fuel pick up in STIHL engines. Fueling We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it to ensure that no dirt falls into the tank. The canister... gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap carefully so as possible by hand. Store in which fuel mix is dry. 27 Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent branded TC oils) US gal. When mixing, pour oil into the canister first, and then add gasoline. After fueling, tighten fuel...
... any pressure build-up body every year. screwdriver end of combination wrench) to tighten slotted fuel caps. 046 143BA008 KN 143BA009 KN Change the fuel pick up in STIHL engines. Fueling We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it to ensure that no dirt falls into the tank. The canister... gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap carefully so as possible by hand. Store in which fuel mix is dry. 27 Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent branded TC oils) US gal. When mixing, pour oil into the canister first, and then add gasoline. After fueling, tighten fuel...
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...soap and water. Do not use waste oil for assistance if necessary. 143BA010 KN 28 046 Important: Biological chain oil must still be a problem in the area of the chain and guide bar depends on your STIHL dealer for any purpose, and dispose of oil in an emergency - If special chain... turn to use an HD single grade or multigrade engine oil with a viscosity that renewed contact with non-fling additive or the rapidly biodegradable STIHL Bioplus is empty. in the oil tank when the fuel tank is recommended. There must be resistant to ensure that are difficult to seize....
...soap and water. Do not use waste oil for assistance if necessary. 143BA010 KN 28 046 Important: Biological chain oil must still be a problem in the area of the chain and guide bar depends on your STIHL dealer for any purpose, and dispose of oil in an emergency - If special chain... turn to use an HD single grade or multigrade engine oil with a viscosity that renewed contact with non-fling additive or the rapidly biodegradable STIHL Bioplus is empty. in the oil tank when the fuel tank is recommended. There must be resistant to ensure that are difficult to seize....
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... you check operation of the chain brake. The hand guard must be checked and serviced regularly by trained personnel (e.g. It must not rotate. STIHL dealer) at idling speed. • The chain is stopped and locked when the hand guard is pushed toward the bar nose by the... felling cut. at the following intervals: Full-time professional users: every 3 months Semi-professional users: every 6 months Occasional users: every 12 months 046 29 Check operation of chain brake Before starting - the chain must therefore be free of dirt and move freely. Chain Brake The chain brake is...
... you check operation of the chain brake. The hand guard must be checked and serviced regularly by trained personnel (e.g. It must not rotate. STIHL dealer) at idling speed. • The chain is stopped and locked when the hand guard is pushed toward the bar nose by the... felling cut. at the following intervals: Full-time professional users: every 3 months Semi-professional users: every 6 months Occasional users: every 12 months 046 29 Check operation of chain brake Before starting - the chain must therefore be free of dirt and move freely. Chain Brake The chain brake is...
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...compressed air from the inside outward. HD filter (2) (black) for normal operating conditions and winter operation. Therefore, always use and keep STIHL filters dry. • Undo the knob above the rear handle in direction of arrow and remove the carburetor box cover. • ...loss of engine power • Knock the filter out on the palm of filters. Always replace a damaged filter element. • Refit the filter. 046 Air Filter System 1 Remove the Filter Cleaning Standard Filter 145BA027 K 145BA021 K 2 ObTenOHPAUT 145BA029 K 145BA028 K 145BA022 K The air filter system can ...
...compressed air from the inside outward. HD filter (2) (black) for normal operating conditions and winter operation. Therefore, always use and keep STIHL filters dry. • Undo the knob above the rear handle in direction of arrow and remove the carburetor box cover. • ...loss of engine power • Knock the filter out on the palm of filters. Always replace a damaged filter element. • Refit the filter. 046 Air Filter System 1 Remove the Filter Cleaning Standard Filter 145BA027 K 145BA021 K 2 ObTenOHPAUT 145BA029 K 145BA028 K 145BA022 K The air filter system can ...
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... water jet. For this reason the felt prefilter should be replaced at more frequent intervals than the HD filter. Always replace a damaged filter. 046 37 warm soapy water). Do not expose to high temperatures. • Fit the felt prefilter (1) over the HD filter (2) - The felt... extends its useful life. Do not use a high-pressure washer. • Dry all parts of stubborn dirt or sticky filter fabric: • Wash with STIHL universal cleaner or in a clean, non-flammable cleaning solution (e.g. Cleaning HD Filter 2 1 2 1 171BA013 KN 171BA014 KN 145BA030 K Clean the felt prefilter ...
... water jet. For this reason the felt prefilter should be replaced at more frequent intervals than the HD filter. Always replace a damaged filter. 046 37 warm soapy water). Do not expose to high temperatures. • Fit the felt prefilter (1) over the HD filter (2) - The felt... extends its useful life. Do not use a high-pressure washer. • Dry all parts of stubborn dirt or sticky filter fabric: • Wash with STIHL universal cleaner or in a clean, non-flammable cleaning solution (e.g. Cleaning HD Filter 2 1 2 1 171BA013 KN 171BA014 KN 145BA030 K Clean the felt prefilter ...
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... approved range. If engine is down on the insulator nose which have caused fouling of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL (see chapter "Starting": Clean dirty spark plug. •• Check electrode gap it must be 0.5mm/0.02" (A) readjust if necessary. •... only resistor type spark plugs of the spark plug. Rectify problems which may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 046 41 To reduce the risk of spark plug: Incorrect carburetor setting, too much engine oil in operation. operating at idling speed, first check ...
... approved range. If engine is down on the insulator nose which have caused fouling of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL (see chapter "Starting": Clean dirty spark plug. •• Check electrode gap it must be 0.5mm/0.02" (A) readjust if necessary. •... only resistor type spark plugs of the spark plug. Rectify problems which may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 046 41 To reduce the risk of spark plug: Incorrect carburetor setting, too much engine oil in operation. operating at idling speed, first check ...
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... screwdriver to ensure correct operation of the chain brake. Take off the crankshaft. Use only original STIHL clutch drums to •••• remove the E-clip. Use only original STIHL chain sprockets to the cylinder fins and air filter. • If you use a biological chain ... corrosion inhibiting oil. • Thoroughly clean the machine pay special attention to ensure correct operation of children and other unauthorized persons. 44 046 Reassemble with new spur sprocket After fitting the clutch drum, rotate it about 3 months or longer: • Drain and clean the ...
... screwdriver to ensure correct operation of the chain brake. Take off the crankshaft. Use only original STIHL clutch drums to •••• remove the E-clip. Use only original STIHL chain sprockets to the cylinder fins and air filter. • If you use a biological chain ... corrosion inhibiting oil. • Thoroughly clean the machine pay special attention to ensure correct operation of children and other unauthorized persons. 44 046 Reassemble with new spur sprocket After fitting the clutch drum, rotate it about 3 months or longer: • Drain and clean the ...
Instruction Manual
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... buffers Spark arresting screen in muffler Chain catcher Visual inspection (condition leaks) Clean Check operation Check operation Check by STIHL dealer Inspect Clean or replace Check Replace * Tighten down the cylinder base screws firmly after the first 10 to ... x x 27 x x x 28 x x x x 26, 33 x 45 x 34 x x x xx x 43 x x 36 x 36 x x x x 39 x 39 x 41 x x x x x 40 x 046 before starting work after finishing work area tropical wood etc.) shorten the specified intervals accordingly. Maintenance Chart Please note that the following maintenance intervals apply...
... buffers Spark arresting screen in muffler Chain catcher Visual inspection (condition leaks) Clean Check operation Check operation Check by STIHL dealer Inspect Clean or replace Check Replace * Tighten down the cylinder base screws firmly after the first 10 to ... x x 27 x x x 28 x x x x 26, 33 x 45 x 34 x x x xx x 43 x x 36 x 36 x x x x 39 x 39 x 41 x x x x x 40 x 046 before starting work after finishing work area tropical wood etc.) shorten the specified intervals accordingly. Maintenance Chart Please note that the following maintenance intervals apply...
Instruction Manual
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... new bar/chain combinations may be developed after publication of "low kickback chain" on this Manual. Other bars and chains available for this powerhead are: STIHL yellow-labeled bars: for 3/8" pitch: Rollomatic "S" with sprocket nose 40, 45, 50, 63, 70, 75, 80 or 90 cm (16, 18, 20, ... requirements of § 5.12 of this specific powerhead, or has been designated as meeting the ANSI § 5.12 requirements on page 16. 046 49 Specifications Engine STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Idle speed: 76.5 cm3 (4.67 cu.in) 52 mm (2.05 in) 40 mm (1....
... new bar/chain combinations may be developed after publication of "low kickback chain" on this Manual. Other bars and chains available for this powerhead are: STIHL yellow-labeled bars: for 3/8" pitch: Rollomatic "S" with sprocket nose 40, 45, 50, 63, 70, 75, 80 or 90 cm (16, 18, 20, ... requirements of § 5.12 of this specific powerhead, or has been designated as meeting the ANSI § 5.12 requirements on page 16. 046 49 Specifications Engine STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Idle speed: 76.5 cm3 (4.67 cu.in) 52 mm (2.05 in) 40 mm (1....
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...to normal wear and tear. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by the STIHL part number, the logo p and the STIHL parts symbol ( The symbol may appear alone on small parts. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model..., the part numbers and names 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 parts.
...to normal wear and tear. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by the STIHL part number, the logo p and the STIHL parts symbol ( The symbol may appear alone on small parts. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model..., the part numbers and names 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 parts.
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... obligations of all scheduled maintenance. The warranty repairs will be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent 046 51 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. If any ...off-road equipment engine at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of sale, to the ultimate purchaser. Your emission control system includes parts such as...
... obligations of all scheduled maintenance. The warranty repairs will be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent 046 51 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. If any ...off-road equipment engine at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of sale, to the ultimate purchaser. Your emission control system includes parts such as...
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...charge you for Warranty Service Bring the product to any emission related part on the date the utility equipment engine is purchased by STIHL Incorporated, and - STIHL Incorporated is liable for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective. Any warranted part which is defective... period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 046 Any warranted part which cause the engine to fail to conform with applicable regulations for any of required maintenance, -
...charge you for Warranty Service Bring the product to any emission related part on the date the utility equipment engine is purchased by STIHL Incorporated, and - STIHL Incorporated is liable for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective. Any warranted part which is defective... period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 046 Any warranted part which cause the engine to fail to conform with applicable regulations for any of required maintenance, -