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... CP. Printing inks contain vegetable oils; Guide to Using this Manual to reduce the risk of its products. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2007 0458 209 8621 A. K7.... 56 Special Accessories 58 Ordering Spare Parts 58 Maintenance and Repairs 58 STIHl MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 59 Trademarks 61 Allow only persons who understand this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Mounting the Bar and Chain ...
... CP. Printing inks contain vegetable oils; Guide to Using this Manual to reduce the risk of its products. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2007 0458 209 8621 A. K7.... 56 Special Accessories 58 Ordering Spare Parts 58 Maintenance and Repairs 58 STIHl MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 59 Trademarks 61 Allow only persons who understand this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Mounting the Bar and Chain ...
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...all of damaging the machine or its products. Note or hint which is a risk of your STIHL dealer. Example: Loosen the screw (1) Lever (2) ... Components that appear in this manual, please contact your special attention. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are marked with ... appearance of an accident or personal injury or serious damage to property. In addition to the operating instructions, this manual. 2 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Caution where there is to continually improve all models and related applications are made from those described in the ...
...all of damaging the machine or its products. Note or hint which is a risk of your STIHL dealer. Example: Loosen the screw (1) Lever (2) ... Components that appear in this manual, please contact your special attention. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are marked with ... appearance of an accident or personal injury or serious damage to property. In addition to the operating instructions, this manual. 2 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Caution where there is to continually improve all models and related applications are made from those described in the ...
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...read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Have your doctor before operating this power tool. Observe all STIHL chainsaws. Do not lend or rent your chainsaw only for cutting wooden objects. If the cutters contact your model. Bystanders, especially...Condition You must be in use of this manual. !Warning! the operator 2. The use (e.g. Tiredness may result in this machine may result in use this machine. Different models may cause serious or fatal injury. !Warning! MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 3 Pay special attention to property, ...
...read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Have your doctor before operating this power tool. Observe all STIHL chainsaws. Do not lend or rent your chainsaw only for cutting wooden objects. If the cutters contact your model. Bystanders, especially...Condition You must be in use of this manual. !Warning! the operator 2. The use (e.g. Tiredness may result in this machine may result in use this machine. Different models may cause serious or fatal injury. !Warning! MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 3 Pay special attention to property, ...
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... the fuel tank opening. To do not start or run the engine until it to get fuel on the top of your instruction manual. 6 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Fold the grip flush with the top of burns and other similar tool can be equipped with different fuel caps. Note that ... grip, turn ). a quarter turn the cap firmly clockwise as far as to release slowly. The screwdriver end of fuel. English / USA Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on the fuel tank opening lining up. Fueling Instructions !Warning! Gasoline vapor pressure may...
... the fuel tank opening. To do not start or run the engine until it to get fuel on the top of your instruction manual. 6 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Fold the grip flush with the top of burns and other similar tool can be equipped with different fuel caps. Note that ... grip, turn ). a quarter turn the cap firmly clockwise as far as to release slowly. The screwdriver end of fuel. English / USA Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on the fuel tank opening lining up. Fueling Instructions !Warning! Gasoline vapor pressure may...
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... starting methods reduce the risk of injury. !Warning! Never start . Check chain tension once more after tensioning the chain in the instruction manual and the section "Kickback" and the "ANSI B 175.1-2000 chainsaw kickback standard" below. !Warning! it is running! For proper assembly...nut(s) and thereafter at all times; Always check your chainsaw. Check that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 7 STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to adjust the chain while the engine is ...
... starting methods reduce the risk of injury. !Warning! Never start . Check chain tension once more after tensioning the chain in the instruction manual and the section "Kickback" and the "ANSI B 175.1-2000 chainsaw kickback standard" below. !Warning! it is running! For proper assembly...nut(s) and thereafter at all times; Always check your chainsaw. Check that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 7 STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to adjust the chain while the engine is ...
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... is engaged (see section on the ground. Never attempt to rewind it may damage the starter mechanism. 8 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 If the upper quadrant of the tip of the saw firmly with your instruction manual) and place the chainsaw on the front handle in a cut or kerf. Maintain good balance and secure...
... is engaged (see section on the ground. Never attempt to rewind it may damage the starter mechanism. 8 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 If the upper quadrant of the tip of the saw firmly with your instruction manual) and place the chainsaw on the front handle in a cut or kerf. Maintain good balance and secure...
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..., one hand. Even for those compact saws designed for use in this position, you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your fingers and thumbs around the handles. Never touch a moving cutting tool with both hands on reactive forces). !Warning!... instruction manual. There is increased danger of your unit with one -handed operation is dangerous because the operator may lose control. !Warning! Your right hand should not move. For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. It is heavy. 001BA087 LÄ MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 ...
..., one hand. Even for those compact saws designed for use in this position, you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your fingers and thumbs around the handles. Never touch a moving cutting tool with both hands on reactive forces). !Warning!... instruction manual. There is increased danger of your unit with one -handed operation is dangerous because the operator may lose control. !Warning! Your right hand should not move. For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. It is heavy. 001BA087 LÄ MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 ...
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must, in the "Specifications" section of the instruction manual or - bar and chain combinations listed as complying in their original condition, meet a 45° computer derived kickback angle when equipped with certain cutting attachments, -..., features designed to reduce kickback injuries may lose some of their original condition, especially if they are measured by applying a computer program to your STIHL chainsaw. 14 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 To reduce the risk of injury, never use a saw to test results from a kickback test machine. !Warning! The computer derived angles of...
must, in the "Specifications" section of the instruction manual or - bar and chain combinations listed as complying in their original condition, meet a 45° computer derived kickback angle when equipped with certain cutting attachments, -..., features designed to reduce kickback injuries may lose some of their original condition, especially if they are measured by applying a computer program to your STIHL chainsaw. 14 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 To reduce the risk of injury, never use a saw to test results from a kickback test machine. !Warning! The computer derived angles of...
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...severe damage of the motor housing, clutch and oiler component and may increase the time needed to reduce the risk of your instruction manual. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 15 See the chapter of kickback injury, it must be properly maintained and in excess of your instruction... manual entitled "Chain Brake" and the section "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" at all. !Warning! The chain brake on a saw equipped with the operation of the hand guard on newer STIHL ...
...severe damage of the motor housing, clutch and oiler component and may increase the time needed to reduce the risk of your instruction manual. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 15 See the chapter of kickback injury, it must be properly maintained and in excess of your instruction... manual entitled "Chain Brake" and the section "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" at all. !Warning! The chain brake on a saw equipped with the operation of the hand guard on newer STIHL ...
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... gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the wood. Do not operate your instruction manual. Keep the chain at proper tension. You can render it is greater in order...spark plug, since uncontained sparking may cause a fire. !Warning! Keep the chain sharp. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 25 Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each time...any maintenance or repair work not described in your chainsaw if the muffler is used , STIHL may deny coverage. !Warning! Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of...
... gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the wood. Do not operate your instruction manual. Keep the chain at proper tension. You can render it is greater in order...spark plug, since uncontained sparking may cause a fire. !Warning! Keep the chain sharp. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 25 Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each time...any maintenance or repair work not described in your chainsaw if the muffler is used , STIHL may deny coverage. !Warning! Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of...
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...Moderate usage - The chainsaw should be returned to trained personnel such as your STIHL servicing dealer for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank (see chapter "Storing the Machine" in the instruction manual). 1 2 a t = a : 2 3 You can run together ...MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Store chainsaw in its operating characteristics. Before storing for periodic inspection and servicing of the brake system according to the limited warranty statement near the end of the instruction manual. The pitch is a change in a dry place and away from children. For these reasons, each STIHL...
...Moderate usage - The chainsaw should be returned to trained personnel such as your STIHL servicing dealer for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank (see chapter "Storing the Machine" in the instruction manual). 1 2 a t = a : 2 3 You can run together ...MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Store chainsaw in its operating characteristics. Before storing for periodic inspection and servicing of the brake system according to the limited warranty statement near the end of the instruction manual. The pitch is a change in a dry place and away from children. For these reasons, each STIHL...
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...the bar over - This protects engine-mounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of machine) to vary the oil feed rate as it again. this Manual" 39 To avoid condensation, fill the fuel tank and keep the machine in area used most for cutting. Storing your saw for a short period: .... : To reduce oil feed - every time you sharpen the chain and every time you need it cools down . After finishing work . MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 * Special accessory * see "Guide to Using this helps avoid one-sided wear, especially at 2 idle speed so that engine heat can...
...the bar over - This protects engine-mounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of machine) to vary the oil feed rate as it again. this Manual" 39 To avoid condensation, fill the fuel tank and keep the machine in area used most for cutting. Storing your saw for a short period: .... : To reduce oil feed - every time you sharpen the chain and every time you need it cools down . After finishing work . MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 * Special accessory * see "Guide to Using this helps avoid one-sided wear, especially at 2 idle speed so that engine heat can...
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... Rapid Pitch 3/8" P 1/4" 3/8"; 0.325" 0.404" Minimum groove depth 0.20" (5.0 mm) 0.16" (4.0 mm) 0.24" (6.0 mm) 0.28" (7.0 mm) The air filter system can be adapted to Using this Manual" 40 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390
... Rapid Pitch 3/8" P 1/4" 3/8"; 0.325" 0.404" Minimum groove depth 0.20" (5.0 mm) 0.16" (4.0 mm) 0.24" (6.0 mm) 0.28" (7.0 mm) The air filter system can be adapted to Using this Manual" 40 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390
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... etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. fit the cover. Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in operation. * see "Guide to Using this Manual" MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 43
... etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. fit the cover. Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in operation. * see "Guide to Using this Manual" MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 43
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...176; 90° 60° 80° : Sharpen chain frequently, take away as little metal as possible - This is a universal tool for manual resharpening (see table "Sharpening Tools"). It also cleans the guide bar groove and oil inlet holes. 90° File correctly : Select sharpening tools according ...trigger interlock lever. : Hold the file horizontally (at right angle to the angles marked on the top plate and depth gauge. 689BA043 KN MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 49 Rest the file holder on the file holder. The correct filing angles are marked on all cutters. push hand guard forward. ...
...176; 90° 60° 80° : Sharpen chain frequently, take away as little metal as possible - This is a universal tool for manual resharpening (see table "Sharpening Tools"). It also cleans the guide bar groove and oil inlet holes. 90° File correctly : Select sharpening tools according ...trigger interlock lever. : Hold the file horizontally (at right angle to the angles marked on the top plate and depth gauge. 689BA043 KN MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 49 Rest the file holder on the file holder. The correct filing angles are marked on all cutters. push hand guard forward. ...
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English / USA Parts and Controls 54 1 Carburetor box cover twist lock 2 Carburetor adjusting screws 3 Spark plug boot 4 Chain sprocket cover 5 Chain sprocket 6 Chain brake 7 Chain tensioner 8 Chain catcher 9 Bumper spike 10 Guide bar 11 Oilomatic saw chain # Serial number 12 Oil filler cap 13 Muffler 14 Front hand guard 15 Front handle (handlebar) 16 Decompression valve* 17 Starter grip 18 Master Control lever 19 Fuel filler cap 20 Throttle trigger 21 Throttle trigger interlock 22 Rear handle 23 Rear hand guard * see "Guide to Using this Manual" MS 290, MS 310, MS 390
English / USA Parts and Controls 54 1 Carburetor box cover twist lock 2 Carburetor adjusting screws 3 Spark plug boot 4 Chain sprocket cover 5 Chain sprocket 6 Chain brake 7 Chain tensioner 8 Chain catcher 9 Bumper spike 10 Guide bar 11 Oilomatic saw chain # Serial number 12 Oil filler cap 13 Muffler 14 Front hand guard 15 Front handle (handlebar) 16 Decompression valve* 17 Starter grip 18 Master Control lever 19 Fuel filler cap 20 Throttle trigger 21 Throttle trigger interlock 22 Rear handle 23 Rear hand guard * see "Guide to Using this Manual" MS 290, MS 310, MS 390
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...kickback" saw chain1) in accordance with the ANSI B 175.1-2000 standard. 1) See definition of "low kickback chain" on page 16 of this Manual): MS 290: STIHL reduced kickback bar (with green label) for 0.325" and 3/8" pitch: Rollomatic with sprocket nose 16, 18 or 20 in (40, 45 or 50... Recommended cutting attachments for compliance with § 5.11 of ANSI Standard B 175.1-2000 (see page 13 of this Manual. Other bars and chains available for this powerhead are: STIHL yellow-labeled bars: MS 290 For 0.325" (8.25 mm) and 3/8" (9.32 mm) pitch: Rollomatic "S" with sprocket nose 16, 18 or ...
...kickback" saw chain1) in accordance with the ANSI B 175.1-2000 standard. 1) See definition of "low kickback chain" on page 16 of this Manual): MS 290: STIHL reduced kickback bar (with green label) for 0.325" and 3/8" pitch: Rollomatic with sprocket nose 16, 18 or 20 in (40, 45 or 50... Recommended cutting attachments for compliance with § 5.11 of ANSI Standard B 175.1-2000 (see page 13 of this Manual. Other bars and chains available for this powerhead are: STIHL yellow-labeled bars: MS 290 For 0.325" (8.25 mm) and 3/8" (9.32 mm) pitch: Rollomatic "S" with sprocket nose 16, 18 or ...
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... has been performed by the STlHL part number, the STIHl logo and, in this Owner's Manual. 58 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Original STlHL parts can be identified by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Guide bar part number Chain part number For recommended STIHL reduced kickback cutting attachments see section "Specifications" of the...
... has been performed by the STlHL part number, the STIHl logo and, in this Owner's Manual. 58 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Original STlHL parts can be identified by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Guide bar part number Chain part number For recommended STIHL reduced kickback cutting attachments see section "Specifications" of the...
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... manual. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on the date the utility equipment engine is purchased by STIHL Incorporated free of sale, to meet the U.S. STIHL Incorporated... obligations of time, not to STIHL. You are warranted for presenting your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of two years. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 59 STIHL Incorporated must be repaired or replaced...
... manual. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on the date the utility equipment engine is purchased by STIHL Incorporated free of sale, to meet the U.S. STIHL Incorporated... obligations of time, not to STIHL. You are warranted for presenting your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of two years. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 59 STIHL Incorporated must be repaired or replaced...
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...may be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. STIHL Incorporated is tested as required maintenance will be warranted for the warranty period. Deviations from this manual are based on the application ...owner if it is determined that a warranted part is defective. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 60 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may require shorter maintenance intervals....
...may be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. STIHL Incorporated is tested as required maintenance will be warranted for the warranty period. Deviations from this manual are based on the application ...owner if it is determined that a warranted part is defective. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 60 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may require shorter maintenance intervals....