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... 52 Checking and Replacing Chain Sprocket 52 Maintaining and Sharpening Saw Chain 54 Maintenance Chart 58 Main Parts of personal injury. STIHL's philosophy is important that you do not understand any other power saw to continually improve all of your chainsaw differs from... as with any of Guide Bar 44 Air Filter System 45 Cleaning the Air Filter 45 Motor Management 46 Adjusting the Carburetor 46 Spark Arresting Screen in USA STIHl MS 361 C 1 As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from your chainsaw. D8. Contents English / USA Secondary...
... 52 Checking and Replacing Chain Sprocket 52 Maintaining and Sharpening Saw Chain 54 Maintenance Chart 58 Main Parts of personal injury. STIHL's philosophy is important that you do not understand any other power saw to continually improve all of your chainsaw differs from... as with any of Guide Bar 44 Air Filter System 45 Cleaning the Air Filter 45 Motor Management 46 Adjusting the Carburetor 46 Spark Arresting Screen in USA STIHl MS 361 C 1 As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from your chainsaw. D8. Contents English / USA Secondary...
Instruction Manual
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... except the carburetor adjustment screws after each time it must be properly maintained. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which the saw chains. !Warning! Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on saw is used and other injuries, it inoperable. 26 MS 361 C Keep... the chain sharp. Excessive wear will increase the risk of fire and hearing loss. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work not described in your STIHL servicing dealer only. Have such work or cleaning...
... except the carburetor adjustment screws after each time it must be properly maintained. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which the saw chains. !Warning! Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on saw is used and other injuries, it inoperable. 26 MS 361 C Keep... the chain sharp. Excessive wear will increase the risk of fire and hearing loss. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work not described in your STIHL servicing dealer only. Have such work or cleaning...
Instruction Manual
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... retensioned more often than one that has been in use only nationally recognized high-quality unleaded gasoline! 32 MS 361 C Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as stop. : Tighten ... mixture of 50:1. This, in turn, increases the risk of the mid-grade gasoline in "Checking Chain Tension". For this reason STIHL recommends that has been in use premium unleaded fuel. English / USA Tensioning the Saw Chain (Quick chain tensioner) Checking Chain Tension Fuel...
... retensioned more often than one that has been in use only nationally recognized high-quality unleaded gasoline! 32 MS 361 C Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as stop. : Tighten ... mixture of 50:1. This, in turn, increases the risk of the mid-grade gasoline in "Checking Chain Tension". For this reason STIHL recommends that has been in use premium unleaded fuel. English / USA Tensioning the Saw Chain (Quick chain tensioner) Checking Chain Tension Fuel...
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... below 14°F It is advisable to normal wear and tear. this helps prevent carburetor icing. 38 MS 361 C STIHL dealer) at top) - Heated air from around the cylinder now flows around the carburetor - If engine idle speed is erratic or acceleration is usually necessary to change the... plate mounting kit (special accessory) in extremely cold operating conditions (temperatures below 14 °F, in powder or drifting snow). see "Adjusting the Carburetor". 213BA025 KN : Fit the shutter in the illustration. This is essential to the low speed screw (L) - It is poor: : Turn ...
... below 14°F It is advisable to normal wear and tear. this helps prevent carburetor icing. 38 MS 361 C STIHL dealer) at top) - Heated air from around the cylinder now flows around the carburetor - If engine idle speed is erratic or acceleration is usually necessary to change the... plate mounting kit (special accessory) in extremely cold operating conditions (temperatures below 14 °F, in powder or drifting snow). see "Adjusting the Carburetor". 213BA025 KN : Fit the shutter in the illustration. This is essential to the low speed screw (L) - It is poor: : Turn ...
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...Install the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot (press it down the engine: : Move Master Control lever to warm start l). fit the carburetor box cover. : Set Master Control lever to winter operation if necessary - If fuel tank has been run until empty and then refueled: : Press ...the engine began to fire, the combustion chamber is cold. : Press in direction of arrow. : Remove carburetor box cover (2). 3 213BA009 KN : Unscrew and dry off the spark plug boot (3). 42 MS 361 C see "Winter Operation". If the engine doesn't start: If you did not move the Master Control lever...
...Install the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot (press it down the engine: : Move Master Control lever to warm start l). fit the carburetor box cover. : Set Master Control lever to winter operation if necessary - If fuel tank has been run until empty and then refueled: : Press ...the engine began to fire, the combustion chamber is cold. : Press in direction of arrow. : Remove carburetor box cover (2). 3 213BA009 KN : Unscrew and dry off the spark plug boot (3). 42 MS 361 C see "Winter Operation". If the engine doesn't start: If you did not move the Master Control lever...
Instruction Manual
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... resistances in a dry place, well away from thermal overload. Do not make the mixture leaner to bed in during cutting work . see "Adjusting Carburetor". The drive links must not come out of cooling air. Operating Instructions English / USA During break-in period A factory new machine should not be...15 tank fillings. This avoids unnecessary high loads during this could damage the crankshaft and bearings. If it is not slackened off the bar. MS 361 C 43 If it is not slackened off the chain if you need it cools down. To avoid condensation, fill the fuel tank and ...
... resistances in a dry place, well away from thermal overload. Do not make the mixture leaner to bed in during cutting work . see "Adjusting Carburetor". The drive links must not come out of cooling air. Operating Instructions English / USA During break-in period A factory new machine should not be...15 tank fillings. This avoids unnecessary high loads during this could damage the crankshaft and bearings. If it is not slackened off the bar. MS 361 C 43 If it is not slackened off the chain if you need it cools down. To avoid condensation, fill the fuel tank and ...
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...Knock the filter out on the palm of stubborn dirt: : Wash the filter components in position (see arrows). : Fit the carburetor box cover. * see "Guide to suit different operating conditions by simply installing a choice of filters. warm soapy water) and ... Do not use a brush to clean the fleece filter. : Always replace damaged filters. : Locate the filter (3) in STIHL universal cleaner or a clean, non-flammable solution (e.g. Fabric filter* For normal operating conditions and winter operation. In case of...USA The air filter system can be adapted to Using this Manual" MS 361 C 45
...Knock the filter out on the palm of stubborn dirt: : Wash the filter components in position (see arrows). : Fit the carburetor box cover. * see "Guide to suit different operating conditions by simply installing a choice of filters. warm soapy water) and ... Do not use a brush to clean the fleece filter. : Always replace damaged filters. : Locate the filter (3) in STIHL universal cleaner or a clean, non-flammable solution (e.g. Fabric filter* For normal operating conditions and winter operation. In case of...USA The air filter system can be adapted to Using this Manual" MS 361 C 45
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... setting of the high speed screw within fine limits. This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. With this Manual" 46 MS 361 C English / USA Motor Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of any major hardware. General Information The...
... setting of the high speed screw within fine limits. This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. With this Manual" 46 MS 361 C English / USA Motor Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of any major hardware. General Information The...
Instruction Manual
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... and air filter. : If you use two chains in accordance with local environmental requirements. : Run engine until carburetor is best to remove the E-clip (1). : Take off the crankshaft. 52 MS 361 C It is dry, this would reduce the life of the chain. if wear marks are deeper than approx....tank in a well ventilated area. : Dispose of remaining fuel and cleaning solution properly in rotation with one sprocket. Use only original STIHL chain sprockets to ensure correct operation of the chain brake. 5 62 1 4 3 62 1 : Use a screwdriver to use a biological chain and bar lubricant...
... and air filter. : If you use two chains in accordance with local environmental requirements. : Run engine until carburetor is best to remove the E-clip (1). : Take off the crankshaft. 52 MS 361 C It is dry, this would reduce the life of the chain. if wear marks are deeper than approx....tank in a well ventilated area. : Dispose of remaining fuel and cleaning solution properly in rotation with one sprocket. Use only original STIHL chain sprockets to ensure correct operation of the chain brake. 5 62 1 4 3 62 1 : Use a screwdriver to use a biological chain and bar lubricant...
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Carburetor Spark plug All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) 2) Spark arresting screen* in muffler Chain catcher Safety label Check idle adjustment - Please note that this Manual" MS 361 C 59 chain must not rotate X X Readjust idle Readjust electrode gap Replace after each ...refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required English / USA X X X X X X X * see "Guide to Using this work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer 2)...
Carburetor Spark plug All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) 2) Spark arresting screen* in muffler Chain catcher Safety label Check idle adjustment - Please note that this Manual" MS 361 C 59 chain must not rotate X X Readjust idle Readjust electrode gap Replace after each ...refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required English / USA X X X X X X X * see "Guide to Using this work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer 2)...
Instruction Manual
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... Saw 34 1 5 # 2 6 11 12 7 13 10 8 9 14 18 17 16 19 21 23 24 22 15 20 25 60 214BA005 KN 214BA004 KN 1 Carburetor box cover twist lock 2 Carburetor adjusting screws 3 Spark plug boot 4 Shutter (summer and winter operation) 5 Decompression valve (automatically resetting) 6 Chain brake 7 Chain sprocket: 8 Chain sprocket cover 9 Chain catcher... lever 22 Throttle trigger 23 Coasting brake activating lever (Throttle trigger interlock) 24 Rear handle 25 Rear hand guard * see "Guide to Using this Manual" MS 361 C
... Saw 34 1 5 # 2 6 11 12 7 13 10 8 9 14 18 17 16 19 21 23 24 22 15 20 25 60 214BA005 KN 214BA004 KN 1 Carburetor box cover twist lock 2 Carburetor adjusting screws 3 Spark plug boot 4 Shutter (summer and winter operation) 5 Decompression valve (automatically resetting) 6 Chain brake 7 Chain sprocket: 8 Chain sprocket cover 9 Chain catcher... lever 22 Throttle trigger 23 Coasting brake activating lever (Throttle trigger interlock) 24 Rear handle 25 Rear hand guard * see "Guide to Using this Manual" MS 361 C
Instruction Manual
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...wood. 13. Master Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting throttle, run and stop for the left hand from operator. 17. Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for the chain brake. 18. Shutter With summer and winter positions. Decompression Valve (automatically resetting) Reduces... precise adjustment of the guide bar (not illustrated, see chapter "Tensioning the Saw Chain"). MS 361 C 61 Carburetor Adjusting Screws For tuning the carburetor. 3. Carburertor is also the activating lever for carburetor box cover. 2. Starter Grip The grip of the starter, for the right hand at the...
...wood. 13. Master Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting throttle, run and stop for the left hand from operator. 17. Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for the chain brake. 18. Shutter With summer and winter positions. Decompression Valve (automatically resetting) Reduces... precise adjustment of the guide bar (not illustrated, see chapter "Tensioning the Saw Chain"). MS 361 C 61 Carburetor Adjusting Screws For tuning the carburetor. 3. Carburertor is also the activating lever for carburetor box cover. 2. Starter Grip The grip of the starter, for the right hand at the...
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... Federal emission requirements. Category A = 300 hours B = 125 hours C = 50 hours CARB: The Emission Compliance Period used on page 17. 62 MS 361 C Oil tank capacity: 0.69 US pt (0.325 l) Weight (without bar and chain) 12.6 lb (5.7 kg) Cutting Attachment Recommended cutting attachments for ...carburetor with green label) for 325" pitch: Rapid Micro 2 (23 RM2, 26 RM2) Rapid Micro C3 (23 RMC3, 26 RMC3) for 3/8" pitch: Rapid Micro 2 (33 RM2, 36 RM2) Rapid Super C3 (33 RSC3, 36 RSC3) Chain sprocket: 9-tooth for .325" pitch 7-tooth for 3/8" pitch 1) see definition of this manual): STIHL...
... Federal emission requirements. Category A = 300 hours B = 125 hours C = 50 hours CARB: The Emission Compliance Period used on page 17. 62 MS 361 C Oil tank capacity: 0.69 US pt (0.325 l) Weight (without bar and chain) 12.6 lb (5.7 kg) Cutting Attachment Recommended cutting attachments for ...carburetor with green label) for 325" pitch: Rapid Micro 2 (23 RM2, 26 RM2) Rapid Micro C3 (23 RMC3, 26 RMC3) for 3/8" pitch: Rapid Micro 2 (33 RM2, 36 RM2) Rapid Super C3 (33 RSC3, 36 RSC3) Chain sprocket: 9-tooth for .325" pitch 7-tooth for 3/8" pitch 1) see definition of this manual): STIHL...
Instruction Manual
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...have signed and sent back the warranty card to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. The warranty repairs will repair your small off -road equipment engine to STIHL. Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of your small off -road equipment engine or...are warranted for your small off -road equipment engine owner, you retain all scheduled maintenance. MS 361 C 65 Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off -road equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for two years. Any replacement ...
...have signed and sent back the warranty card to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. The warranty repairs will repair your small off -road equipment engine to STIHL. Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of your small off -road equipment engine or...are warranted for your small off -road equipment engine owner, you retain all scheduled maintenance. MS 361 C 65 Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off -road equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for two years. Any replacement ...
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... or replace as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 66 MS 361 C However, if you for Warranty Service Bring the product to any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed...Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: Carburetor Choke (Cold start enrichment system) Intake manifold Air filter Spark plug Magneto or electronic ignition system (ignition module) Catalytic ...
... or replace as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 66 MS 361 C However, if you for Warranty Service Bring the product to any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed...Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: Carburetor Choke (Cold start enrichment system) Intake manifold Air filter Spark plug Magneto or electronic ignition system (ignition module) Catalytic ...