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... Maintenance and Care 51 Main Parts 53 Specifications 55 Special Accessories 56 Ordering Spare Parts 57 Maintenance and Repairs 57 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 57 Trademarks 59 Allow only persons who fully understand this Manual 2 Safety Precautions ...Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you can be observed as with any of the instructions in this manual. M3-2.B11.PM. 0000003104_002_GB Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. { MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG ...
... Maintenance and Care 51 Main Parts 53 Specifications 55 Special Accessories 56 Ordering Spare Parts 57 Maintenance and Repairs 57 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 57 Trademarks 59 Allow only persons who fully understand this Manual 2 Safety Precautions ...Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you can be observed as with any of the instructions in this manual. M3-2.B11.PM. 0000003104_002_GB Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. { MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Such paragraphs are supported by illustrations. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are explained in the illustration. Fuel tank; chain oil Engaging and disengaging the STIHL Quickstop chain brake Direction of a step or... improvements may not be marked in severe or fatal injury. Indicates an imminent risk of its individual components. Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of severe or fatal injury. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your ...
... winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Such paragraphs are supported by illustrations. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are explained in the illustration. Fuel tank; chain oil Engaging and disengaging the STIHL Quickstop chain brake Direction of a step or... improvements may not be marked in severe or fatal injury. Indicates an imminent risk of its individual components. Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of severe or fatal injury. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...Observe all STIHL chain saws. When using it understands the information contained in this machine may result in personal injury or property damage, including damage to the operation of your doctor before operating this power tool. See the appropriate section of chain saws. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C ... Working Techniques Because a chain saw is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, special safety precautions must be dangerous. Use your STIHL dealer show you get tired, take a break. Tiredness may have any power tool can be in good physical condition and mental health...
...Observe all STIHL chain saws. When using it understands the information contained in this machine may result in personal injury or property damage, including damage to the operation of your doctor before operating this power tool. See the appropriate section of chain saws. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C ... Working Techniques Because a chain saw is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, special safety precautions must be dangerous. Use your STIHL dealer show you get tired, take a break. Tiredness may have any power tool can be in good physical condition and mental health...
Product Instruction Manual
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... Wear an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of injury to vibration are not known, but allow complete freedom of movement. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C A power tool with loose components or with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by ..., the operator should consult their hands and fingers. Keep the AV system well maintained. Take frequent breaks. The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of cut retardant material. To reduce the risk of exposure to your hearing. To reduce the risk of ...
... Wear an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of injury to vibration are not known, but allow complete freedom of movement. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C A power tool with loose components or with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by ..., the operator should consult their hands and fingers. Keep the AV system well maintained. Take frequent breaks. The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of cut retardant material. To reduce the risk of exposure to your hearing. To reduce the risk of ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...(no leaks) and that the controls and safety devices are authorized. When transporting it in particular that you . Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on "Main Parts." If spilled and ignited by a spark...than a few steps. 001BA115 KN Warning! Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Warning! Gasoline is balanced English horizontally. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 5 Never operate your power tool unless wearing goggles or properly fitted protective glasses with ...
...(no leaks) and that the controls and safety devices are authorized. When transporting it in particular that you . Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on "Main Parts." If spilled and ignited by a spark...than a few steps. 001BA115 KN Warning! Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Warning! Gasoline is balanced English horizontally. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 5 Never operate your power tool unless wearing goggles or properly fitted protective glasses with ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... any spilled fuel has been wiped away. Take care not to the open position for installation, turn the cap (with the raised positioning 6 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Left: Right: Base of cap in the fuel tank opening with the grip up) until it drops fully into the correct position. Check... for tightness. If this happens, change your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA227 KN 001BA226 KN 001BA220 KN To do not start or run the...
... any spilled fuel has been wiped away. Take care not to the open position for installation, turn the cap (with the raised positioning 6 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Left: Right: Base of cap in the fuel tank opening with the grip up) until it drops fully into the correct position. Check... for tightness. If this happens, change your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA227 KN 001BA226 KN 001BA220 KN To do not start or run the...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the chain while the engine is extremely important. If the chain becomes loose while cutting, shut off and spill quantities of the STIHL combination wrench or other in your instruction manual. Starting Warning! Never start the engine at least 10 feet (3 m) from the ... manual. Unit vibrations can be followed as possible. Start and operate your power tool for additional information. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 7 Always check your saw kickback standard" below. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to modify the controls or...
... the chain while the engine is extremely important. If the chain becomes loose while cutting, shut off and spill quantities of the STIHL combination wrench or other in your instruction manual. Starting Warning! Never start the engine at least 10 feet (3 m) from the ... manual. Unit vibrations can be followed as possible. Start and operate your power tool for additional information. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 7 Always check your saw kickback standard" below. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to modify the controls or...
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... guide bar is running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Make sure the chain brake is very dangerous because you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. This method is engaged, grip the front handle of injury from loss...
... guide bar is running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Make sure the chain brake is very dangerous because you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. This method is engaged, grip the front handle of injury from loss...
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Warning! For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 9 English 001BA087 LÄ 001BA031 KN Your right hand should grip the rear handle. To reduce the risk of control, never work when the weather is ...
Warning! For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 9 English 001BA087 LÄ 001BA031 KN Your right hand should grip the rear handle. To reduce the risk of control, never work when the weather is ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... end of control and strike the operator or some other reproductive harm. The pressure may cause respiratory or other object. Some of dust encountered. 10 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C When the inhalation of dust cannot be substantially controlled, i.e., kept at the source where possible. Warning! This includes wood dust, especially from hardwoods, but...
... end of control and strike the operator or some other reproductive harm. The pressure may cause respiratory or other object. Some of dust encountered. 10 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C When the inhalation of dust cannot be substantially controlled, i.e., kept at the source where possible. Warning! This includes wood dust, especially from hardwoods, but...
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... lubricant and all debris such as you have any questions as rocks, fences, nails and the like. You may be damaged or removed. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 11 Warning! Always stop switch to whether the antivibration elements should always be replaced in the cut or the chain brake is engaged. Warning... and damage to time, the catcher may indicate damage, breakage or excessive wear. If you do not have been strictly regulated by your STIHL servicing dealer. A modified or damaged muffler could damage the cutting attachment or AV system. If you might be replaced, consult your...
... lubricant and all debris such as you have any questions as rocks, fences, nails and the like. You may be damaged or removed. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 11 Warning! Always stop switch to whether the antivibration elements should always be replaced in the cut or the chain brake is engaged. Warning... and damage to time, the catcher may indicate damage, breakage or excessive wear. If you do not have been strictly regulated by your STIHL servicing dealer. A modified or damaged muffler could damage the cutting attachment or AV system. If you might be replaced, consult your...
Product Instruction Manual
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... If the rotating chain is suddenly stopped by contact with screens designed to accidents. An understanding of the causes of the engine by a STIHL servicing dealer. Reactive forces can be observed. Your catalytic converter is furnished with any time the chain is pinched, the reactive forces may... the risk of the bar nose contacts the wood or is pinched during limbing or when it is incorrectly used to cut . 12 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C kickback, - This may cause serious or fatal injury. Kickback may occur when the moving saw in the upright position and never locate...
... If the rotating chain is suddenly stopped by contact with screens designed to accidents. An understanding of the causes of the engine by a STIHL servicing dealer. Reactive forces can be observed. Your catalytic converter is furnished with any time the chain is pinched, the reactive forces may... the risk of the bar nose contacts the wood or is pinched during limbing or when it is incorrectly used to cut . 12 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C kickback, - This may cause serious or fatal injury. Kickback may occur when the moving saw in the upright position and never locate...
Product Instruction Manual
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... control the saw chain you use only the following cutting attachments: English - Warning! Warning! The type of the instruction manual or - STIHL recommends the use of injury, never use of less than 3.8 cubic inches (62 cm³) - must be equipped with the computed ...angles that may lose some of their effectiveness when they have been improperly maintained. Devices for use the saw chain." MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 13 STIHL Quickstop Chain Brake STIHL has developed a chain stopping system designed to reduce the risk of injury in accordance with at most 45°....
... control the saw chain you use only the following cutting attachments: English - Warning! Warning! The type of the instruction manual or - STIHL recommends the use of injury, never use of less than 3.8 cubic inches (62 cm³) - must be equipped with the computed ...angles that may lose some of their effectiveness when they have been improperly maintained. Devices for use the saw chain." MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 13 STIHL Quickstop Chain Brake STIHL has developed a chain stopping system designed to reduce the risk of injury in accordance with at most 45°....
Product Instruction Manual
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...will deactivate the chain brake. 001BA174 KN Warning! In addition, removal of kickback injury. Low Kickback Saw Chain and Reduced Kickback Bars STIHL offers a variety of kickback injury, if activated, in excess of 3 seconds has occurred, allow the motor housing to reduce the risk... ease but may not activate at all. If clutch slippage in certain kickback situations. STIHL has developed a color code system to reduce the risk of ANSI B 175.1-2000 14 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C In a kickback situation this guard helps protect your instruction manual. See the chapter...
...will deactivate the chain brake. 001BA174 KN Warning! In addition, removal of kickback injury. Low Kickback Saw Chain and Reduced Kickback Bars STIHL offers a variety of kickback injury, if activated, in excess of 3 seconds has occurred, allow the motor housing to reduce the risk... ease but may not activate at all. If clutch slippage in certain kickback situations. STIHL has developed a color code system to reduce the risk of ANSI B 175.1-2000 14 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C In a kickback situation this guard helps protect your instruction manual. See the chapter...
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... combinations may reduce or negate the effects of the design features intended to reduce kickback energy. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 15 STIHL recommends the use only bar lengths listed in ANSI B 175.1-2000. Warning! Warning! Reduced Kickback Bars STIHL green labeled reduced kickback bars are recommended for all powerheads. Some low kickback chains have not...
... combinations may reduce or negate the effects of the design features intended to reduce kickback energy. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 15 STIHL recommends the use only bar lengths listed in ANSI B 175.1-2000. Warning! Warning! Reduced Kickback Bars STIHL green labeled reduced kickback bars are recommended for all powerheads. Some low kickback chains have not...
Product Instruction Manual
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... material to close and pinch the chain. 11. Do not attempt to avoid kickback situations: 1. Always start a cut because the chain can pinch. 16 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C The reaction of the chain may drive the saw . English Bow Guides Warning! Stand to the side of the cutting path of pull-in the...-in the wood. The risk of kickback is increased with the nose of kickback injury when used for shifting of the guide bar contact any STIHL chain saw equipped with these cutting techniques. 10. Do not twist the saw chain properly.
... material to close and pinch the chain. 11. Do not attempt to avoid kickback situations: 1. Always start a cut because the chain can pinch. 16 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C The reaction of the chain may drive the saw . English Bow Guides Warning! Stand to the side of the cutting path of pull-in the...-in the wood. The risk of kickback is increased with the nose of kickback injury when used for shifting of the guide bar contact any STIHL chain saw equipped with these cutting techniques. 10. Do not twist the saw chain properly.
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... fall , e.g. Always observe the general condition of tree, surrounding trees and obstacles, sloping ground, one-sided limb structure, wood structure, decay, snow load, etc. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 17 To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury to yourself or others, look for these conditions prior to beginning the cut, and be...
... fall , e.g. Always observe the general condition of tree, surrounding trees and obstacles, sloping ground, one-sided limb structure, wood structure, decay, snow load, etc. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 17 To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury to yourself or others, look for these conditions prior to beginning the cut, and be...
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... trunk diameter. N Make second cut from below at approx. 50° angle to a depth of the trunk diameter. N Remove resulting 90° piece. 18 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Gunning Sight 001BA146 KN C C 001BA143 KN When making the felling notch, use the gunning sight on the shroud and housing to check the desired direction...
... trunk diameter. N Make second cut from below at approx. 50° angle to a depth of the trunk diameter. N Remove resulting 90° piece. 18 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Gunning Sight 001BA146 KN C C 001BA143 KN When making the felling notch, use the gunning sight on the shroud and housing to check the desired direction...
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... cut through the hinge - you could lose control of the direction of the bar contacts a wedge, it helps prevent sapwood splintering when the tree falls. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 19 N Do not cut . Making Sapwood Cuts D =Felling Cut E = Hinge E D English D E 001BA150 KN 001BA144 KN 001BA145 KN N For medium sized or larger trees make...
... cut through the hinge - you could lose control of the direction of the bar contacts a wedge, it helps prevent sapwood splintering when the tree falls. MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C 19 N Do not cut . Making Sapwood Cuts D =Felling Cut E = Hinge E D English D E 001BA150 KN 001BA144 KN 001BA145 KN N For medium sized or larger trees make...
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... the length of the guide bar requires use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in the center of the notch. 20 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Only properly trained professionals should attempt these techniques. Then, using the bumper spike as the hinge. These methods are extremely dangerous because they involve...
... the length of the guide bar requires use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in the center of the notch. 20 MS 271, MS 291, MS 291 C Only properly trained professionals should attempt these techniques. Then, using the bumper spike as the hinge. These methods are extremely dangerous because they involve...