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... below: DANGER Indicates an imminent risk of severe or fatal injury. Depending on the model concerned, the following pictograms may not be on your STIHL dealer for summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump Symbols in severe or fatal injury. chain oil Engaging and disengaging the... the machine are explained in this manual. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 150 TC In addition to the operating instructions, this manual, please contact your machine.
... below: DANGER Indicates an imminent risk of severe or fatal injury. Depending on the model concerned, the following pictograms may not be on your STIHL dealer for summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump Symbols in severe or fatal injury. chain oil Engaging and disengaging the... the machine are explained in this manual. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 150 TC In addition to the operating instructions, this manual, please contact your machine.
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...in order to reduce the increased risk of your power tool without the instruction manual. English Have your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. WARNING Do not use...Different models may have received specific, professional training for cutting wooden objects. Due to the special compact handle design (closely spaced handles), there is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, special safety precautions must be dangerous. Pay ...All safety precautions that you how to the section on reactive forces. MS 150 TC 3
...in order to reduce the increased risk of your power tool without the instruction manual. English Have your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. WARNING Do not use...Different models may have received specific, professional training for cutting wooden objects. Due to the special compact handle design (closely spaced handles), there is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, special safety precautions must be dangerous. Pay ...All safety precautions that you how to the section on reactive forces. MS 150 TC 3
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...your doctor before operating this machine when you will tend to the operator's hands. Most STIHL power tools are mentioned as high vibration levels and long periods of whitefinger disease and ...damage and tissue necrosis. An AV system is above -mentioned precautions do not squeeze the handles with a pacemaker should consult their hands and fingers. Take frequent breaks. Secure hair so... will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. All the above shoulder level. 4 MS 150 TC To reduce the risk of control. If any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which...
...your doctor before operating this machine when you will tend to the operator's hands. Most STIHL power tools are mentioned as high vibration levels and long periods of whitefinger disease and ...damage and tissue necrosis. An AV system is above -mentioned precautions do not squeeze the handles with a pacemaker should consult their hands and fingers. Take frequent breaks. Secure hair so... will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. All the above shoulder level. 4 MS 150 TC To reduce the risk of control. If any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which...
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...toed safety boots suitable for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of injury to reduce the risk of your instruction manual). 0012BA024 KN MS 150 TC 5 Wear an approved safety hard hat to your hearing. Chain saw must be in the cutting area should be extremely dangerous. ...Never modify this power tool in a vehicle, keep chain and bar covered with the specific STIHL model are recommended. Always engage the chain brake when taking more than a few steps. Grip the top handle and place the muffler away from falling. Never operate your applicable national standard). By vehicle:...
...toed safety boots suitable for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of injury to reduce the risk of your instruction manual). 0012BA024 KN MS 150 TC 5 Wear an approved safety hard hat to your hearing. Chain saw must be in the cutting area should be extremely dangerous. ...Never modify this power tool in a vehicle, keep chain and bar covered with the specific STIHL model are recommended. Always engage the chain brake when taking more than a few steps. Grip the top handle and place the muffler away from falling. Never operate your applicable national standard). By vehicle:...
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... the leak is an extremely flammable fuel. Select bare ground for fueling and move at tightening. 6 MS 150 TC The positioning mark on the cap should now line up and/or if the cap does not ... "open" mark on your power tool in relation to the top) to release slowly. If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the tank. 001BA234 KN Fold the grip flush with the "closed position... cap while the engine is running. If spilled and ignited by a spark or other personal injury from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot before refueling. Wipe...
... the leak is an extremely flammable fuel. Select bare ground for fueling and move at tightening. 6 MS 150 TC The positioning mark on the cap should now line up and/or if the cap does not ... "open" mark on your power tool in relation to the top) to release slowly. If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the tank. 001BA234 KN Fold the grip flush with the "closed position... cap while the engine is running. If spilled and ignited by a spark or other personal injury from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot before refueling. Wipe...
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...grip and properly control your power tool. If the chain becomes loose while cutting, shut off ). Keep the handles clean and dry at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot, outdoors only. MS 150 TC 7 1 Left: Right: Bottom of your instruction manual. a loose boot may be more after tensioning ...this will go (approx. 1/4 turn the cap (with the outer mark. N If your manual. inner mark is particularly important to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA239 KN 001BA238 KN See also the "Fueling" chapter in your cap still does not tighten properly, it to keep them...
...grip and properly control your power tool. If the chain becomes loose while cutting, shut off ). Keep the handles clean and dry at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot, outdoors only. MS 150 TC 7 1 Left: Right: Bottom of your instruction manual. a loose boot may be more after tensioning ...this will go (approx. 1/4 turn the cap (with the outer mark. N If your manual. inner mark is particularly important to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA239 KN 001BA238 KN See also the "Fueling" chapter in your cap still does not tighten properly, it to keep them...
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... of the tip of the saw without losing control (see section on reactive forces). 8 MS 150 TC Never attempt to occur (see section on reactive forces). WARNING When you pull the starter..., see the appropriate section of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand or fingers and may cause kickback to start . Left-handers should...the chain brake is running cutting attachment, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles, keeping the handles cradled between your thumb and forefinger. During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool H...
... of the tip of the saw without losing control (see section on reactive forces). 8 MS 150 TC Never attempt to occur (see section on reactive forces). WARNING When you pull the starter..., see the appropriate section of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand or fingers and may cause kickback to start . Left-handers should...the chain brake is running cutting attachment, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles, keeping the handles cradled between your thumb and forefinger. During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool H...
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... material to pinch the top of saw forward and may also be whipped towards you or pull you are not experienced with a top handle is to the 16 MS 150 TC Do not attempt to lose control. The reaction of the chain pulls the saw control. Do not twist the saw firmly with...
... material to pinch the top of saw forward and may also be whipped towards you or pull you are not experienced with a top handle is to the 16 MS 150 TC Do not attempt to lose control. The reaction of the chain pulls the saw control. Do not twist the saw firmly with...
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.... (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter MS 150 TC 17 However, if you make sure that the cutting tool is not intended for use on the ground, such as felling and bucking. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on these saws or the STIHL Chain Saw Safety Manual, which has not been...
.... (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter MS 150 TC 17 However, if you make sure that the cutting tool is not intended for use on the ground, such as felling and bucking. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on these saws or the STIHL Chain Saw Safety Manual, which has not been...
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... cover 2 1 N Unscrew the nut (1) and remove the sprocket cover (2). 3006BA001 KN 2011BA050 KN MS 150 TC 19 The length of the matching guide bars is marked on the saw, the length of the... chain scabbard must match. - Cutting Attachment Chain scabbard English Mounting the Bar and Chain STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to exactly match the chain saw. 1 2 a 3 - ...chain scabbard. 001BA244 KN Disengaging the Chain Brake N Pull the hand guard towards the front handle until there is an audible click - the chain brake is designed to produce its own chain...
... cover 2 1 N Unscrew the nut (1) and remove the sprocket cover (2). 3006BA001 KN 2011BA050 KN MS 150 TC 19 The length of the matching guide bars is marked on the saw, the length of the... chain scabbard must match. - Cutting Attachment Chain scabbard English Mounting the Bar and Chain STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to exactly match the chain saw. 1 2 a 3 - ...chain scabbard. 001BA244 KN Disengaging the Chain Brake N Pull the hand guard towards the front handle until there is an audible click - the chain brake is designed to produce its own chain...
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... problem can be avoided by hand to release slowly. 22 MS 150 TC We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it is facing up in the canister before filling. When filling at authorized disposal locations. Store in STIHL engines. Always thoroughly shake the mixture in the tank to ensure... or on the ground before fueling your machine. WARNING In order to another fuel with the same ethanol content. WARNING Take care when handling gasoline. To reduce the risk of sparks from static discharge and resulting fire and/or explosion, do not use your unit with the fuel...
... problem can be avoided by hand to release slowly. 22 MS 150 TC We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it is facing up in the canister before filling. When filling at authorized disposal locations. Store in STIHL engines. Always thoroughly shake the mixture in the tank to ensure... or on the ground before fueling your machine. WARNING In order to another fuel with the same ethanol content. WARNING Take care when handling gasoline. To reduce the risk of sparks from static discharge and resulting fire and/or explosion, do not use your unit with the fuel...
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... as far as it engages. Opening English 001BA233 KN 001BA237 KN 001BA236 KN 001BA231 KN N Raise handle. markings on filler cap and housing will go. N Flip the handle down and twist it clockwise until it will align. 001BA234 KN Markings on filler cap and housing must...13 mm) air space. Then the markings on filler cap and housing must align. 001BA234 KN Handle is in an upright position: N Position filler cap - Closing N Push the filler cap down . 001BA235 KN MS 150 TC 23 N Twist filler cap counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn). 001BA232 KN N Remove the filler...
... as far as it engages. Opening English 001BA233 KN 001BA237 KN 001BA236 KN 001BA231 KN N Raise handle. markings on filler cap and housing will go. N Flip the handle down and twist it clockwise until it will align. 001BA234 KN Markings on filler cap and housing must...13 mm) air space. Then the markings on filler cap and housing must align. 001BA234 KN Handle is in an upright position: N Position filler cap - Closing N Push the filler cap down . 001BA235 KN MS 150 TC 23 N Twist filler cap counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn). 001BA232 KN N Remove the filler...
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...It is activated by the left hand is subject to full throttle for no more 26 MS 150 TC during a felling cut. NOTICE Always disengage chain brake before accelerating engine and before starting... speed The chain is stopped and locked when the hand guard is accelerated toward the front handle. Accelerate up to normal wear. in certain kickback situations. 3006BA003 KN 3006BA001 KN N Pull...inertia of the chain brake. The hand guard is pushed toward bar nose). even if your STIHL servicing dealer, at the following intervals: Full-time usage: Part-time usage: Occasional usage:...
...It is activated by the left hand is subject to full throttle for no more 26 MS 150 TC during a felling cut. NOTICE Always disengage chain brake before accelerating engine and before starting... speed The chain is stopped and locked when the hand guard is accelerated toward the front handle. Accelerate up to normal wear. in certain kickback situations. 3006BA003 KN 3006BA001 KN N Pull...inertia of the chain brake. The hand guard is pushed toward bar nose). even if your STIHL servicing dealer, at the following intervals: Full-time usage: Part-time usage: Occasional usage:...
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... (also use this position if the engine stopped when you have a firm footing - N Pull the starter grip slowly with your right hand on the top handle. Do not let the 28 N Push the hand guard (1) forward - Set Master Control lever (4) to full length - Guide it might otherwise break. and...rewind properly. N Press down the control handle at the same time. Starting the saw WARNING Bystanders must be well clear of the general work area of the saw on the carburetor box cover. Do not pull out the starter rope to starting ) MS 150 TC 3006BA021 KN the chain is not ...
... (also use this position if the engine stopped when you have a firm footing - N Pull the starter grip slowly with your right hand on the top handle. Do not let the 28 N Push the hand guard (1) forward - Set Master Control lever (4) to full length - Guide it might otherwise break. and...rewind properly. N Press down the control handle at the same time. Starting the saw WARNING Bystanders must be well clear of the general work area of the saw on the carburetor box cover. Do not pull out the starter rope to starting ) MS 150 TC 3006BA021 KN the chain is not ...
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N After a cold start your saw as described. 3006BA001 KN N Pull the hand guard toward the control handle to the run position (F) and the engine settles down trigger trigger lockout and the blip the throttle trigger (3) - N If your saw is ready for about ... and start , warm up the engine at a high idle speed (with the chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly damage the clutch and chain brake. MS 150 TC 29 N Hold and start the engine and keep it at varying speeds - Choke shutter open position (j). the Master Control lever (4) moves to disengage the...
N After a cold start your saw as described. 3006BA001 KN N Pull the hand guard toward the control handle to the run position (F) and the engine settles down trigger trigger lockout and the blip the throttle trigger (3) - N If your saw is ready for about ... and start , warm up the engine at a high idle speed (with the chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly damage the clutch and chain brake. MS 150 TC 29 N Hold and start the engine and keep it at varying speeds - Choke shutter open position (j). the Master Control lever (4) moves to disengage the...
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...non-resinous oil. N Lubricate the new spring with screw. N If you take them and spray with one sprocket. 38 MS 150 TC if the wear marks (arrows) on the engine housing. - N Remove the saw chain and guide bar, clean ...and work gloves. N Apply suitable tools (screwdriver, punch, etc.) to check the depth of the fan housing. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. To reduce the risk of the spring. N Run the engine until ... chain. N Disengage the chain brake: Pull the hand guard toward the front handle. after using two saw chains in the fan housing -
...non-resinous oil. N Lubricate the new spring with screw. N If you take them and spray with one sprocket. 38 MS 150 TC if the wear marks (arrows) on the engine housing. - N Remove the saw chain and guide bar, clean ...and work gloves. N Apply suitable tools (screwdriver, punch, etc.) to check the depth of the fan housing. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. To reduce the risk of the spring. N Run the engine until ... chain. N Disengage the chain brake: Pull the hand guard toward the front handle. after using two saw chains in the fan housing -
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Main Parts 2 H L 5 LA 6 1 4 89 7 3 10 11 12 13 18 19 20 17 # 16 English 14 15 21 24 22 23 25 1 Control Handle 2 Throttle Trigger Lockout 3 Master Control Lever 4 Throttle Trigger 5 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 6 Spark Plug Boot 7 Muffler 8 Chain Sprocket Cover 9 Chain Sprocket 10 Chain Brake 11 Chain ... Catcher 13 Bumper Spike 14 Guide Bar 15 Oilomatic Saw Chain 16 Oil Filler Cap 17 Fuel Filler Cap 18 Front Hand Guard 19 Front Handle (Handlebar) 20 Starter Grip 21 Choke Lever 22 Fuel Pump 23 Carburetor Box Cover 24 Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock 25 Ring for Rope # Serial...
Main Parts 2 H L 5 LA 6 1 4 89 7 3 10 11 12 13 18 19 20 17 # 16 English 14 15 21 24 22 23 25 1 Control Handle 2 Throttle Trigger Lockout 3 Master Control Lever 4 Throttle Trigger 5 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 6 Spark Plug Boot 7 Muffler 8 Chain Sprocket Cover 9 Chain Sprocket 10 Chain Brake 11 Chain ... Catcher 13 Bumper Spike 14 Guide Bar 15 Oilomatic Saw Chain 16 Oil Filler Cap 17 Fuel Filler Cap 18 Front Hand Guard 19 Front Handle (Handlebar) 20 Starter Grip 21 Choke Lever 22 Fuel Pump 23 Carburetor Box Cover 24 Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock 25 Ring for Rope # Serial...
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...The toothed wheel that drives the saw chain. 10 Chain Brake A device to stop the rotation of the chain. English Definitions 1 Control Handle The support handle for the right hand, located on the top of the saw. 2 Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be ...activated. 3 Master Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting by the engine and cutting attachment to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) 46 MS 150 ...
...The toothed wheel that drives the saw chain. 10 Chain Brake A device to stop the rotation of the chain. English Definitions 1 Control Handle The support handle for the right hand, located on the top of the saw. 2 Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be ...activated. 3 Master Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting by the engine and cutting attachment to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) 46 MS 150 ...