Product Instruction Manual
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...Bar 37 Shroud 37 Cleaning the Air Filter 38 Engine Management 38 Adjusting the Carburetor 38 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 39 Spark Plug 39 Starter rope 40 Storing the Machine 41 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 41 ...Main Parts Specifications Special Accessories Ordering Spare Parts Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks { MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Allow only persons who fully understand 42 this 55...
...Bar 37 Shroud 37 Cleaning the Air Filter 38 Engine Management 38 Adjusting the Carburetor 38 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 39 Spark Plug 39 Starter rope 40 Storing the Machine 41 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 41 ...Main Parts Specifications Special Accessories Ordering Spare Parts Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks { MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Allow only persons who fully understand 42 this 55...
Product Instruction Manual
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... loose boot may cause arcing that the spark plug boot is running! If the chain becomes loose while cutting, shut off ). Starting Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7 Check chain tension once more... after tensioning the chain in your power tool. In order to adjust the chain while the engine is securely mounted on the spark plug - For specific starting instructions, see the chapter entitled "Specifications" in tightening slotted fuel filler caps. The screwdriver end of the STIHL...
... loose boot may cause arcing that the spark plug boot is running! If the chain becomes loose while cutting, shut off ). Starting Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7 Check chain tension once more... after tensioning the chain in your power tool. In order to adjust the chain while the engine is securely mounted on the spark plug - For specific starting instructions, see the chapter entitled "Specifications" in tightening slotted fuel filler caps. The screwdriver end of the STIHL...
Product Instruction Manual
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...STIHL servicing dealer. To reduce the risk of the engine speed. Warning! Do not operate your employer or a local OSHA representative. Always stop switch to kickback. Inspect antivibration elements periodically. Warning! The muffler and other parts of the cylinder, spark plug... modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. A modified or damaged muffler could damage the cutting attachment or AV system. You may result in heat radiation or sparks, thereby increasing the risk of burns do not have any combustible substances. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C ...
...STIHL servicing dealer. To reduce the risk of the engine speed. Warning! Do not operate your employer or a local OSHA representative. Always stop switch to kickback. Inspect antivibration elements periodically. Warning! The muffler and other parts of the cylinder, spark plug... modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. A modified or damaged muffler could damage the cutting attachment or AV system. You may result in heat radiation or sparks, thereby increasing the risk of burns do not have any combustible substances. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the brake system according to trained personnel such as your STIHL servicing dealer for the chain brake on the wood. For these reasons, each STIHL chain saw if the screen is engaged. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23 replace worn sprockets or chains. Use the specified spark plug and make sure it is missing or damaged. Warning...
... the brake system according to trained personnel such as your STIHL servicing dealer for the chain brake on the wood. For these reasons, each STIHL chain saw if the screen is engaged. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23 replace worn sprockets or chains. Use the specified spark plug and make sure it is missing or damaged. Warning...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the spark plug - to the stop position 0 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 35 see "Spark plug" N Set the master control lever to warm start n and continue cranking Once the engine is ready for the first time STOP 0 3 N Move master control lever (3) to the stop position 0 N Remove the spark plug - When the engine has turned over for use. see "Spark plug" N Dry spark plug...
... the spark plug - to the stop position 0 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 35 see "Spark plug" N Set the master control lever to warm start n and continue cranking Once the engine is ready for the first time STOP 0 3 N Move master control lever (3) to the stop position 0 N Remove the spark plug - When the engine has turned over for use. see "Spark plug" N Dry spark plug...
Product Instruction Manual
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... screen in idle even after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. N Clean the spark arresting screen. then back off the spark plug boot N Unscrew spark plug MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 39 then turn an additional 1/2 turn Saw chain rotates at idle speed: N Turn the idle speed adjusting screw (LD) slowly counterclockwise...
... screen in idle even after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. N Clean the spark arresting screen. then back off the spark plug boot N Unscrew spark plug MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 39 then turn an additional 1/2 turn Saw chain rotates at idle speed: N Turn the idle speed adjusting screw (LD) slowly counterclockwise...
Product Instruction Manual
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...Installing the spark plug N Install the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot (press it replaced by STIHL. N Undo the screws on the fan housing and hand guard respectively N Remove the fan housing N Tension or, if necessary, replace the starter rope or rewind spring 40 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C... in the direction specified N Do not pull the rope over the edge of spark plug: - Always press spark plug boot (1) snugly onto spark plug terminal (2) of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by your dealer. Replace a damaged starter rope in fuel mix. - ...
...Installing the spark plug N Install the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot (press it replaced by STIHL. N Undo the screws on the fan housing and hand guard respectively N Remove the fan housing N Tension or, if necessary, replace the starter rope or rewind spring 40 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C... in the direction specified N Do not pull the rope over the edge of spark plug: - Always press spark plug boot (1) snugly onto spark plug terminal (2) of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by your dealer. Replace a damaged starter rope in fuel mix. - ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after 100 hours of operation All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) 2) Retighten Check1) Spark arresting screen in muffler (not all markets) Clean, replace if necessary1) Check X Chain catcher Replace Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL... Check idle adjustment - The following maintenance intervals apply for normal operating conditions only. X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 47 If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after ...
...Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after 100 hours of operation All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) 2) Retighten Check1) Spark arresting screen in muffler (not all markets) Clean, replace if necessary1) Check X Chain catcher Replace Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL... Check idle adjustment - The following maintenance intervals apply for normal operating conditions only. X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 47 If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... 17 18 19 23 20 24 22 21 25 1 Shroud Lock 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screw 3 Decompression Valve1) (Automatically Resetting) 4 Chain Brake 5 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 6 Chain Sprocket 7 Chain Sprocket Cover 8 Chain Catcher 9 Front Chain Tensioner1) 10 Guide Bar 11 Oilomatic Saw Chain 12 Adjusting Wheel for Quick ...of Wingnut for Quick Chain Tensioner1) 14 Oil Filler Cap 15 Bumper Spike 16 Front Hand Guard 17 Front Handle (Handlebar) 18 Spark Plug Boot 19 Starter Grip 20 Master Control Lever 21 Fuel Filler Cap 22 Throttle Trigger 23 Throttle Trigger Lockout 24 Rear Handle 25 Rear...
... 17 18 19 23 20 24 22 21 25 1 Shroud Lock 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screw 3 Decompression Valve1) (Automatically Resetting) 4 Chain Brake 5 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 6 Chain Sprocket 7 Chain Sprocket Cover 8 Chain Catcher 9 Front Chain Tensioner1) 10 Guide Bar 11 Oilomatic Saw Chain 12 Adjusting Wheel for Quick ...of Wingnut for Quick Chain Tensioner1) 14 Oil Filler Cap 15 Bumper Spike 16 Front Hand Guard 17 Front Handle (Handlebar) 18 Spark Plug Boot 19 Starter Grip 20 Master Control Lever 21 Fuel Filler Cap 22 Throttle Trigger 23 Throttle Trigger Lockout 24 Rear Handle 25 Rear...
Product Instruction Manual
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...engine starting the engine. Definitions 1 Shroud Lock Lock for the right hand, located at the front of the saw. 18 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with the ignition lead. 19 Starter Grip The grip of the chain. It also serves as the lever for chain brake ... be released to tension chain with Spark Arresting Screen Muffler reduces engine exhaust noises and diverts exhaust gases away from touching the chain if it breaks or comes off the handlebar. when activated. 4 Chain Brake A device to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 49
...engine starting the engine. Definitions 1 Shroud Lock Lock for the right hand, located at the front of the saw. 18 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with the ignition lead. 19 Starter Grip The grip of the chain. It also serves as the lever for chain brake ... be released to tension chain with Spark Arresting Screen Muffler reduces engine exhaust noises and diverts exhaust gases away from touching the chain if it breaks or comes off the handlebar. when activated. 4 Chain Brake A device to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 49
Product Instruction Manual
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...in. (31.8 cm3) 1.50 in. (38 mm) 1.1 in (28 mm) 2.0 hp (1.5 kW) at 9,000 rpm 2,800 rpm Electronic magneto ignition (breakerless) Spark plug (resistor Bosch WSR 6 F, type): NGK BPMR 7 A Electrode gap: 0.02 in (28 mm) 1.7 hp (1.3 kW) at 8,500 rpm 2,800 rpm Fully ...Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) Groove width: 0.043 in. (1.1 mm) 3/8" Picco chain Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 8.5 fl.oz (0.25 L) Chain lubrication Engine STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine MS 170 Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to ISO 7293: Idle speed: 1.84 cu.
...in. (31.8 cm3) 1.50 in. (38 mm) 1.1 in (28 mm) 2.0 hp (1.5 kW) at 9,000 rpm 2,800 rpm Electronic magneto ignition (breakerless) Spark plug (resistor Bosch WSR 6 F, type): NGK BPMR 7 A Electrode gap: 0.02 in (28 mm) 1.7 hp (1.3 kW) at 8,500 rpm 2,800 rpm Fully ...Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) Groove width: 0.043 in. (1.1 mm) 3/8" Picco chain Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 8.5 fl.oz (0.25 L) Chain lubrication Engine STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine MS 170 Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to ISO 7293: Idle speed: 1.84 cu.
Product Instruction Manual
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... defines the emission-related warranted parts: - Spark Plug - Fuel Cap - Fuel Line - Emission test may be charged for diagnostic labor which is scheduled for replacement as the owner, shall not be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 54 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C STIHL Incorporated is defective. Clamps - Maintenance...
... defines the emission-related warranted parts: - Spark Plug - Fuel Cap - Fuel Line - Emission test may be charged for diagnostic labor which is scheduled for replacement as the owner, shall not be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 54 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C STIHL Incorporated is defective. Clamps - Maintenance...
Product Instruction Manual
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... all applicable emission regulations. STIHL Incorporated recommends that are not exempted by CARB may not be used. If any non exempted add-on or modified parts will be completed in your instruction manual. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 55 Defects Warranty..., please contact a STIHL customer service representative at no cost to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as : Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if...
... all applicable emission regulations. STIHL Incorporated recommends that are not exempted by CARB may not be used. If any non exempted add-on or modified parts will be completed in your instruction manual. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 55 Defects Warranty..., please contact a STIHL customer service representative at no cost to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as : Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if...
Product Instruction Manual
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... distribution centers that is liable for warranty coverage. 56 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C STIHL Incorporated is scheduled for any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Any such work is in Subsection COVERAGE BY STIHL INCORPORATED, see below . A statement in such written instructions... or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where to make a Claim for Warranty Service Bring the STIHL product to any such part fails during the...
... distribution centers that is liable for warranty coverage. 56 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C STIHL Incorporated is scheduled for any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Any such work is in Subsection COVERAGE BY STIHL INCORPORATED, see below . A statement in such written instructions... or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where to make a Claim for Warranty Service Bring the STIHL product to any such part fails during the...
Parts List
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...8969 1 Kabelschuh A5-1,5 14 1130 448 1201 1 Kabelhalter 15 9075 478 4155 2 Schraube IS-D5x24 Part Name Désignation Flywheel Collar nut M8x1 Ignition module ) 4, 5 Spark plug boot Torsion spring Short circuit wire ) 7 - 9 Terminal socket 4.81 (D) Grommet Terminal socket 3.5 Insulator Ground wire 125mm / 4 15/16'' ) 12, 13 ...masse 125 mm ) 12, 13 Clip enfichable 4,8-1 Cosse de câble A5-1,5 Attache de câble Vis cylindrique IS-D5x24 (1) MS 170, (2) MS 170 C MS 170, MS 170 C 13 Teile-Nr. Illustration F Zündanlage Ignition system Dispositif d'allumage BildNr.
...8969 1 Kabelschuh A5-1,5 14 1130 448 1201 1 Kabelhalter 15 9075 478 4155 2 Schraube IS-D5x24 Part Name Désignation Flywheel Collar nut M8x1 Ignition module ) 4, 5 Spark plug boot Torsion spring Short circuit wire ) 7 - 9 Terminal socket 4.81 (D) Grommet Terminal socket 3.5 Insulator Ground wire 125mm / 4 15/16'' ) 12, 13 ...masse 125 mm ) 12, 13 Clip enfichable 4,8-1 Cosse de câble A5-1,5 Attache de câble Vis cylindrique IS-D5x24 (1) MS 170, (2) MS 170 C MS 170, MS 170 C 13 Teile-Nr. Illustration F Zündanlage Ignition system Dispositif d'allumage BildNr.
