Product Instruction Manual
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... can go to 53 www.stihlusa.com. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your STIHL chain saw to operate your chain saw. 46 To receive maximum performance and 48 satisfaction from...Replacing the Chain Sprocket 41 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain Maintenance and Care 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...
... can go to 53 www.stihlusa.com. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your STIHL chain saw to operate your chain saw. 46 To receive maximum performance and 48 satisfaction from...Replacing the Chain Sprocket 41 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain Maintenance and Care 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...
Product Instruction Manual
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... and cause a fire. For proper assembly of the instruction manual.) Warning! Before replacing any bar and chain, see the appropriate section of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or ...the controls or safety devices. Before Starting Take off the engine and then tighten. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must be used as described in gauge and pitch. ...2000 chain saw chain saw is securely mounted on the spark plug - Never try to adjust the chain while the engine is particularly important to keep them free of the instruction manual. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C...
... and cause a fire. For proper assembly of the instruction manual.) Warning! Before replacing any bar and chain, see the appropriate section of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or ...the controls or safety devices. Before Starting Take off the engine and then tighten. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must be used as described in gauge and pitch. ...2000 chain saw chain saw is securely mounted on the spark plug - Never try to adjust the chain while the engine is particularly important to keep them free of the instruction manual. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C...
Product Instruction Manual
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...should always be cutting asbestos, immediately contact your STIHL servicing dealer. Such objects may be damaged or removed. Let the engine cool down . MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 11 The use could cause an increase in the event of the saw chain moving while the engine is released (flywheel effect...other objects. Remove excess lubricant and all debris such as you might be replaced in the cut or the chain brake is dangerous and can result in loss of control of a thrown or broken chain. Breathing asbestos dust is engaged. Do not operate your power tool using...
...should always be cutting asbestos, immediately contact your STIHL servicing dealer. Such objects may be damaged or removed. Let the engine cool down . MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 11 The use could cause an increase in the event of the saw chain moving while the engine is released (flywheel effect...other objects. Remove excess lubricant and all debris such as you might be replaced in the cut or the chain brake is dangerous and can result in loss of control of a thrown or broken chain. Breathing asbestos dust is engaged. Do not operate your power tool using...
Product Instruction Manual
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...62 cm³) - In order for Reducing the Risk of Kickback Injury STIHL recommends the use of ANSI B 175.1-2000 may lose some of ANSI B 175.1-2000 use is called a Quickstop chain brake. Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 13 must , in accordance with the standard for saws below 3.8...no longer in a real life kickback the bar and chain will rotate at least two devices to control the saw. replacement chain designated "low kickback saw to reduce kickback forces. Take the saw chain." Some STIHL bar and chain types are measured by applying a computer program to ...
...62 cm³) - In order for Reducing the Risk of Kickback Injury STIHL recommends the use of ANSI B 175.1-2000 may lose some of ANSI B 175.1-2000 use is called a Quickstop chain brake. Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 13 must , in accordance with the standard for saws below 3.8...no longer in a real life kickback the bar and chain will rotate at least two devices to control the saw. replacement chain designated "low kickback saw to reduce kickback forces. Take the saw chain." Some STIHL bar and chain types are measured by applying a computer program to ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... hold the log with your instruction manual. Always start relieving cut (1) at a time. Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C When bucking, do not stand on saw chains. Strictly follow the maintenance and 2 repair instructions in order to remove the clutch, structural damage to... Only properly trained professionals should be caught and flung in your STIHL servicing dealer only. Pull out exposed and cleared logs first. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of non-STIHL parts may be cut (2) at tension side. For example, if...
... hold the log with your instruction manual. Always start relieving cut (1) at a time. Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C When bucking, do not stand on saw chains. Strictly follow the maintenance and 2 repair instructions in order to remove the clutch, structural damage to... Only properly trained professionals should be caught and flung in your STIHL servicing dealer only. Pull out exposed and cleared logs first. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of non-STIHL parts may be cut (2) at tension side. For example, if...
Product Instruction Manual
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... its operating characteristics. twice a year, Occasional usage - Do not clean your STIHL chain saw should be thoroughly cleaned or there is used and other foreign matter which ... wood. Store chain saw chain brake incurs wear each use. Warning! replace worn sprockets or chains. Remember that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Keep the chain at proper tension...that the risk of the chain brake, the brake band and clutch drum must be kept free of dirt, grease and other factors. annually. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23 every three months...
... its operating characteristics. twice a year, Occasional usage - Do not clean your STIHL chain saw should be thoroughly cleaned or there is used and other foreign matter which ... wood. Store chain saw chain brake incurs wear each use. Warning! replace worn sprockets or chains. Remember that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Keep the chain at proper tension...that the risk of the chain brake, the brake band and clutch drum must be kept free of dirt, grease and other factors. annually. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23 every three months...
Product Instruction Manual
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... 0 3 N Move master control lever (3) to warm start n - N Move the master control lever to the stop position 0 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 35 Increased engine speeds with the chain brake on (saw is off the engine 143BA012 KN English If the engine does not start The master control lever was... lockout (2) and blip the throttle trigger (4); the master control lever (3) jumps to run F and the engine begins to clear the combustion chamber N Replace the spark plug - see "Spark plug" N Set the master control lever to warm start n and continue cranking Once the engine is cold N ...
... 0 3 N Move master control lever (3) to warm start n - N Move the master control lever to the stop position 0 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 35 Increased engine speeds with the chain brake on (saw is off the engine 143BA012 KN English If the engine does not start The master control lever was... lockout (2) and blip the throttle trigger (4); the master control lever (3) jumps to run F and the engine begins to clear the combustion chamber N Replace the spark plug - see "Spark plug" N Set the master control lever to warm start n and continue cranking Once the engine is cold N ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the bar over - in reverse order. Shroud Remove shroud The shroud catch may vary depending on the filing gauge (special accessory) - MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 37 with the scale on the version. the cutters and tie straps will otherwise scrape along the bottom of the groove - N... 0.404" 0.28" (7.0 mm) If groove depth is less than specified: N Replace the guide bar. The drive link tangs will not ride on the bar rails. every time you sharpen the chain and every time you replace the chain - N Regularly clean the oil inlet hole (1), the oilway (2) and the bar ...
... the bar over - in reverse order. Shroud Remove shroud The shroud catch may vary depending on the filing gauge (special accessory) - MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 37 with the scale on the version. the cutters and tie straps will otherwise scrape along the bottom of the groove - N... 0.404" 0.28" (7.0 mm) If groove depth is less than specified: N Replace the guide bar. The drive link tangs will not ride on the bar rails. every time you sharpen the chain and every time you replace the chain - N Regularly clean the oil inlet hole (1), the oilway (2) and the bar ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... 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 drain oil tank N Unscrew fuel tank filler cap - Always press spark plug boot (1) snugly onto spark plug ...the spark plug N Install the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot (press it replaced by STIHL. Replace a damaged starter rope in canisters approved for this purpose. drain fuel tank Chain oil and fuel mixture must be stored in good time or have caused fouling of the...
... 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 drain oil tank N Unscrew fuel tank filler cap - Always press spark plug boot (1) snugly onto spark plug ...the spark plug N Install the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot (press it replaced by STIHL. Replace a damaged starter rope in canisters approved for this purpose. drain fuel tank Chain oil and fuel mixture must be stored in good time or have caused fouling of the...
Product Instruction Manual
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... with local environmental requirements. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 41 N Dispose of the chain. N Thoroughly clean the machine - N Remove the washer. N After fitting the chain sprocket, rotate it about one sprocket. N If you use two saw chains in rotation with corrosion inhibiting...is best to use a biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. pay special attention to engage oil pump drive. Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket N Remove the chain sprocket cover, chain and guide bar. STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL sprockets to ensure correct operation of...
... with local environmental requirements. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 41 N Dispose of the chain. N Thoroughly clean the machine - N Remove the washer. N After fitting the chain sprocket, rotate it about one sprocket. N If you use two saw chains in rotation with corrosion inhibiting...is best to use a biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. pay special attention to engage oil pump drive. Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket N Remove the chain sprocket cover, chain and guide bar. STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL sprockets to ensure correct operation of...
Product Instruction Manual
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...for cracks and damaged rivets N Replace damaged or worn chain components and adapt these parts to increased kickback tendency of each cutter. Never use a dull or damaged saw chain cuts through wood effortlessly even with...chain breakage. 42 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C see table "Sharpening tools". Ripping chains, which are sharpened with the angles and dimensions listed below is embossed in terms of shape and level of the cutter must be maintained during resharpening. 689BA027 KN 689BA021 KN Sharpening and side plate angles A B A Sharpening angle STIHL saw chain...
...for cracks and damaged rivets N Replace damaged or worn chain components and adapt these parts to increased kickback tendency of each cutter. Never use a dull or damaged saw chain cuts through wood effortlessly even with...chain breakage. 42 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C see table "Sharpening tools". Ripping chains, which are sharpened with the angles and dimensions listed below is embossed in terms of shape and level of the cutter must be maintained during resharpening. 689BA027 KN 689BA021 KN Sharpening and side plate angles A B A Sharpening angle STIHL saw chain...
Product Instruction Manual
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.../filter in fuel tank Clean, replace filter element Replace Fuel tank Clean Chain oil tank Clean Chain Lubrication Check Inspect, also check sharpness Saw chain Check chain tension Sharpen Check (wear, damage) Guide bar Clean and turn over Deburr Replace Chain sprocket Check Air filter Clean Replace Anti-vibration elements Check Have replaced by dealer1) 46 X X X X X X X X X X X X XX X X X X X X X X X X X XX X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
.../filter in fuel tank Clean, replace filter element Replace Fuel tank Clean Chain oil tank Clean Chain Lubrication Check Inspect, also check sharpness Saw chain Check chain tension Sharpen Check (wear, damage) Guide bar Clean and turn over Deburr Replace Chain sprocket Check Air filter Clean Replace Anti-vibration elements Check Have replaced by dealer1) 46 X X X X X X X X X X X X XX X X X X X X X X X X X XX X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
Product Instruction Manual
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...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 servicing dealer. 2) Firmly tighten down the cylinder base screws of operation. The following maintenance intervals apply for ... work after finishing work area, resin-rich wood, tropical wood, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 47 If you only use the saw occasionally, extend the intervals accordingly.
...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 servicing dealer. 2) Firmly tighten down the cylinder base screws of operation. The following maintenance intervals apply for ... work after finishing work area, resin-rich wood, tropical wood, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 47 If you only use the saw occasionally, extend the intervals accordingly.
Product Instruction Manual
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...: 0.050 in. (1.3 mm) 3/8" Picco chain Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with green label) Picco Micro Comfort 3 (63 PMC3) Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) Drive link gauge: 0.050 in. (1.3 mm) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Chain sprocket 6--tooth for 3/8" (spur sprocket) To...replacement chains that may be matched to the guide bar to ANSI B 175.1-2000. Each set of locking tabs is marked with the lenght of the bar to ANSI B 175.1-2000. Cutting Attachment (MS 180 C) Recommended cutting attachments complying with the saw , the length of the chain scabbard must be available for your STIHL...
...: 0.050 in. (1.3 mm) 3/8" Picco chain Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with green label) Picco Micro Comfort 3 (63 PMC3) Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) Drive link gauge: 0.050 in. (1.3 mm) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Chain sprocket 6--tooth for 3/8" (spur sprocket) To...replacement chains that may be matched to the guide bar to ANSI B 175.1-2000. Each set of locking tabs is marked with the lenght of the bar to ANSI B 175.1-2000. Cutting Attachment (MS 180 C) Recommended cutting attachments complying with the saw , the length of the chain scabbard must be available for your STIHL...
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...accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. The guide bar and saw chain in this manual for the recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments. 52 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 1 234 cm INCH 1 234 N ... enter your saw model, serial number as well as the part numbers of the guide bar and saw chain are subject to normal wear and tear. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model, the...reordering simpler. The symbol may be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts.
...accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. The guide bar and saw chain in this manual for the recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments. 52 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 1 234 cm INCH 1 234 N ... enter your saw model, serial number as well as the part numbers of the guide bar and saw chain are subject to normal wear and tear. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model, the...reordering simpler. The symbol may be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts.