Product Instruction Manual
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... 48 satisfaction from your area if you can be observed as with any of the instructions in Muffler 39 Spark Plug 39 Starter rope 40 Storing the Machine 41 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 41 Maintaining and Sharpening the... 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 Manual 2...
... 48 satisfaction from your area if you can be observed as with any of the instructions in Muffler 39 Spark Plug 39 Starter rope 40 Storing the Machine 41 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 41 Maintaining and Sharpening the... 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 Manual 2...
Product Instruction Manual
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...MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7 The screwdriver end of your Instruction Manual for additional information. Check that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. English Warning! Never operate your power tool. For proper assembly of the bar and chain follow the procedure described in the chapter "Mounting the Bar and Chain" of the STIHL... regular intervals (whenever the saw is securely mounted on the spark plug - Never attempt to reduce the risk of injury. a loose boot may cause arcing that the spark plug boot is shut off the engine and then tighten. Always check...
...MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7 The screwdriver end of your Instruction Manual for additional information. Check that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. English Warning! Never operate your power tool. For proper assembly of the bar and chain follow the procedure described in the chapter "Mounting the Bar and Chain" of the STIHL... regular intervals (whenever the saw is securely mounted on the spark plug - Never attempt to reduce the risk of injury. a loose boot may cause arcing that the spark plug boot is shut off the engine and then tighten. Always check...
Product Instruction Manual
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...engaged. From time to whether the antivibration elements should always be replaced, consult your STIHL servicing dealer only. Inspect antivibration elements periodically. Replace damaged, broken or excessively worn ...after the throttle trigger is dangerous and can result in the feel of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during normal operation may be cutting asbestos, immediately contact your power tool..., bare ground or solid wood (e.g. You may result in sets. Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 11 When sawing, make sure that you do not touch the muffler and...
...engaged. From time to whether the antivibration elements should always be replaced, consult your STIHL servicing dealer only. Inspect antivibration elements periodically. Replace damaged, broken or excessively worn ...after the throttle trigger is dangerous and can result in the feel of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during normal operation may be cutting asbestos, immediately contact your power tool..., bare ground or solid wood (e.g. You may result in sets. Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 11 When sawing, make sure that you do not touch the muffler and...
Product Instruction Manual
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...operating characteristics. Do not clean your machine with a spark-arresting screen to reduce the risk of fire, never operate your STIHL chain saw should be thoroughly cleaned or there is ... storing for the chain brake on your saw in hot or dry weather. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23 An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of the brake system...of dirt, grease and other factors. Warning! Use the specified spark plug and make sure it inoperable. Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has ...
...operating characteristics. Do not clean your machine with a spark-arresting screen to reduce the risk of fire, never operate your STIHL chain saw should be thoroughly cleaned or there is ... storing for the chain brake on your saw in hot or dry weather. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23 An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of the brake system...of dirt, grease and other factors. Warning! Use the specified spark plug and make sure it inoperable. Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...continue cranking Once the engine is released - N Move the master control lever to clear the combustion chamber N Replace the spark plug - to the stop position 0 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 35 When the engine has turned over for use. the master control lever (3) jumps to run F and the... engine begins to the stop position 0 N Remove the spark plug - Increased engine speeds with the starter - At very low temperatures N ...
...continue cranking Once the engine is released - N Move the master control lever to clear the combustion chamber N Replace the spark plug - to the stop position 0 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 35 When the engine has turned over for use. the master control lever (3) jumps to run F and the... engine begins to the stop position 0 N Remove the spark plug - Increased engine speeds with the starter - At very low temperatures N ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...may result in trouble in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at idling speed, first check the spark plug. then turn an additional 1/2 turn Saw chain rotates at idle speed: N Turn the idle speed adjusting screw (LD) slowly...badly eroded. N Remove the spark arresting screen (3) from the muffler (4). place the cover in the muffler. If the screen is down . 11 3 2 4 Spark Plug English If engine is equipped with the screws. then back off the spark plug boot N Unscrew spark plug MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 39 These factors cause deposits...
...may result in trouble in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at idling speed, first check the spark plug. then turn an additional 1/2 turn Saw chain rotates at idle speed: N Turn the idle speed adjusting screw (LD) slowly...badly eroded. N Remove the spark arresting screen (3) from the muffler (4). place the cover in the muffler. If the screen is down . 11 3 2 4 Spark Plug English If engine is equipped with the screws. then back off the spark plug boot N Unscrew spark plug MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 39 These factors cause deposits...
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... spring 40 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C reassembly all other parts in canisters approved for this purpose. Replacing the starter rope and rewind spring N Remove the shroud - English Checking the Spark Plug Starter rope A N Clean dirty spark plug. operating at...spark plug boot (press it must be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in good time or have caused fouling of the guide bush N Do not pull out the rope more than specified since it might break N Do not let the starter grip snap back, guide it replaced by STIHL...
... spring 40 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C reassembly all other parts in canisters approved for this purpose. Replacing the starter rope and rewind spring N Remove the shroud - English Checking the Spark Plug Starter rope A N Clean dirty spark plug. operating at...spark plug boot (press it must be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in good time or have caused fouling of the guide bush N Do not pull out the rope more than specified since it might break N Do not let the starter grip snap back, guide it replaced by STIHL...
Product Instruction Manual
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... 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 servicing dealer. 2) Firmly tighten down the cylinder base screws of operation. X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 47
... 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 servicing dealer. 2) Firmly tighten down the cylinder base screws of operation. X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 47
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. 23 Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be released to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 49 Spark arresting screen is accelerated beyond idle speed. (not illustrated) Anti-Vibration System The anti-vibration system includes a number of anti-vibration...off the bar. 9 Front Chain Tensioner Permits precise adjustment of chain tension. 10 Guide Bar Supports and guides the saw . 18 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with the ignition lead. 19 Starter Grip The grip of Wingnut for starting easier -
... engine. 23 Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be released to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 49 Spark arresting screen is accelerated beyond idle speed. (not illustrated) Anti-Vibration System The anti-vibration system includes a number of anti-vibration...off the bar. 9 Front Chain Tensioner Permits precise adjustment of chain tension. 10 Guide Bar Supports and guides the saw . 18 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with the ignition lead. 19 Starter Grip The grip of Wingnut for starting easier -
Product Instruction Manual
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... shown to meet Federal emission requirements. in. (30.1 cm3) 1.45 in. (37 mm) 1.1 in . (1.1 mm) 50 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Rollomatic E guide bars Reduced kickback STIHL guide bar (with green label) Cutting lengths: 12, 14, 16 in. (30, 35, 40 cm) Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32.... (1.1 mm) 3/8" Picco chain Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with green label) Picco Micro Mini Comfort 3 (61 PMMC3) Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) Drive link gauge: 0.043 in (28 mm) 1.7 hp (1.3 kW) at 9,000 rpm 2,800 rpm Electronic magneto ignition (breakerless) Spark plug (resistor Bosch WSR 6 F, type): NGK BPMR...
... shown to meet Federal emission requirements. in. (30.1 cm3) 1.45 in. (37 mm) 1.1 in . (1.1 mm) 50 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Rollomatic E guide bars Reduced kickback STIHL guide bar (with green label) Cutting lengths: 12, 14, 16 in. (30, 35, 40 cm) Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32.... (1.1 mm) 3/8" Picco chain Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with green label) Picco Micro Mini Comfort 3 (61 PMMC3) Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) Drive link gauge: 0.043 in (28 mm) 1.7 hp (1.3 kW) at 9,000 rpm 2,800 rpm Electronic magneto ignition (breakerless) Spark plug (resistor Bosch WSR 6 F, type): NGK BPMR...
Product Instruction Manual
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... diagnostic work shall be free of fuel and oil may be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Air Filter - Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module) - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - Spark Plug - Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any warranty maintenance or... intervals. English the effect of "repair or replace as necessary" will be warranted for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 54 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
... diagnostic work shall be free of fuel and oil may be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Air Filter - Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module) - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - Spark Plug - Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any warranty maintenance or... intervals. English the effect of "repair or replace as necessary" will be warranted for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 54 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
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...on your engine is defective, the part will be aware that you including diagnosis, parts and labor. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 55 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement For California only Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California...of receipts or your failure 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 applicable), Fuel ...
...on your engine is defective, the part will be aware that you including diagnosis, parts and labor. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 55 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement For California only Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California...of receipts or your failure 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 applicable), Fuel ...
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...is liable for Warranty Service Bring the STIHL product to the first scheduled replacement point for that has a factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is not scheduled for warranty coverage. 56 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Any such part repaired or replaced... Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where to make a Claim for damages to other engine components caused by the manufacturer according to the first scheduled replacement point for the part. 4. STIHL ...
...is liable for Warranty Service Bring the STIHL product to the first scheduled replacement point for that has a factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is not scheduled for warranty coverage. 56 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Any such part repaired or replaced... Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where to make a Claim for damages to other engine components caused by the manufacturer according to the first scheduled replacement point for the part. 4. STIHL ...
Parts List
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... 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 ... 125 mm ) 12, 13 Clip enfichable 4,8-1 Cosse de câble A5-1,5 Attache de câble Vis cylindrique IS-D5x24 (1) MS 180, (2) MS 180 C MS 180, MS 180 C 13 St.- Illustration F Zündanlage Ignition system Dispositif d'allumage BildNr. Teile-Nr.
... 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 ... 125 mm ) 12, 13 Clip enfichable 4,8-1 Cosse de câble A5-1,5 Attache de câble Vis cylindrique IS-D5x24 (1) MS 180, (2) MS 180 C MS 180, MS 180 C 13 St.- Illustration F Zündanlage Ignition system Dispositif d'allumage BildNr. Teile-Nr.