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...and Sharpening Saw Chain 52 Maintenance Chart 56 Main Parts of the instructions in USA STIHl MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 1 Printed in this Manual. !Warning! To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL chainsaw, it is important that you do not understand any other power saw to... Management 44 Adjusting the Carburetor 44 Spark Arresting Screen in this Manual to operate your chainsaw. Contents English / USA Guide to -time. STIHL's philosophy is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. KG, 2007 0458 212 8621 A. CP....
...and Sharpening Saw Chain 52 Maintenance Chart 56 Main Parts of the instructions in USA STIHl MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 1 Printed in this Manual. !Warning! To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL chainsaw, it is important that you do not understand any other power saw to... Management 44 Adjusting the Carburetor 44 Spark Arresting Screen in this Manual to operate your chainsaw. Contents English / USA Guide to -time. STIHL's philosophy is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. KG, 2007 0458 212 8621 A. CP....
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... an illustration may not be covered in order to avoid damage to the operating instructions, this manual. 2 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Such paragraphs are marked with different features. Components that are supported by illustrations. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of a step or procedure that refers directly to time. Therefore some changes, modifications and...
... an illustration may not be covered in order to avoid damage to the operating instructions, this manual. 2 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Such paragraphs are marked with different features. Components that are supported by illustrations. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of a step or procedure that refers directly to time. Therefore some changes, modifications and...
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...anyone using a chain saw for logging purposes, for instance, refer to the operation of your doctor before operating this power tool. Observe all STIHL chainsaws. The use of control. Minors should not be allowed in the area where it is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, ...this machine when you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Do not lend or rent your model. Be alert - MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 3 Pay special attention to the use of any power tool can reach 67 mph (30 m/s). If you get tired, take a break....
...anyone using a chain saw for logging purposes, for instance, refer to the operation of your doctor before operating this power tool. Observe all STIHL chainsaws. The use of control. Minors should not be allowed in the area where it is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, ...this machine when you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Do not lend or rent your model. Be alert - MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 3 Pay special attention to the use of any power tool can reach 67 mph (30 m/s). If you get tired, take a break....
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... !Warning! English / USA !Warning! Heated handles, which contribute to help protect your hands warm. The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of movement. Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical...are mentioned as factors in the development of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Most STIHL power tools are recommended. 4 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Maintain a firm grip at all times, but do not guarantee that contain pads of their physician and the ...
... !Warning! English / USA !Warning! Heated handles, which contribute to help protect your hands warm. The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of movement. Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical...are mentioned as factors in the development of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Most STIHL power tools are recommended. 4 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Maintain a firm grip at all times, but do not guarantee that contain pads of their physician and the ...
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...fact, be carried only in a manner that the machine is tight (no leaks) and that you . 001BA115 KN MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 5 Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by your head. If this machine if it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to unusually... Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your hands. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Do not continue operating this tool is in good condition before transporting the power tool over your ...
...fact, be carried only in a manner that the machine is tight (no leaks) and that you . 001BA115 KN MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 5 Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by your head. If this machine if it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to unusually... Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your hands. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Do not continue operating this tool is in good condition before transporting the power tool over your ...
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...extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Do not smoke or bring any spilled fuel before starting your instruction manual. 6 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Gasoline vapor pressure may escape from an improperly tightened fuel cap, correctly position and tighten the fuel cap in the fuel ...areas, outdoors. a quarter turn the cap firmly clockwise as far as possible. Unit vibrations can be equipped with the top of the STIHL combination wrench or other personal injury from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Fueling Instructions !Warning! Using the grip, turn ). ...
...extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Do not smoke or bring any spilled fuel before starting your instruction manual. 6 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Gasoline vapor pressure may escape from an improperly tightened fuel cap, correctly position and tighten the fuel cap in the fuel ...areas, outdoors. a quarter turn the cap firmly clockwise as far as possible. Unit vibrations can be equipped with the top of the STIHL combination wrench or other personal injury from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Fueling Instructions !Warning! Using the grip, turn ). ...
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... moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in order to keep them free of injury from the fueling spot, outdoors only. MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 7 Always check your saw without assistance. The throttle trigger must move freely and always spring back to avoid improper setting, the tensioning ... chain guard (scabbard) and inspect the saw for proper condition and operation. (See the maintenance chart near the end of injury. !Warning! STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must be followed as described in gauge and pitch. Never start the engine at least 10 feet (3 meters...
... moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in order to keep them free of injury from the fueling spot, outdoors only. MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 7 Always check your saw without assistance. The throttle trigger must move freely and always spring back to avoid improper setting, the tensioning ... chain guard (scabbard) and inspect the saw for proper condition and operation. (See the maintenance chart near the end of injury. !Warning! STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must be followed as described in gauge and pitch. Never start the engine at least 10 feet (3 meters...
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If you are working on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. During Operation Holding and controlling the power tool Always hold the unit firmly with ..., pull and kickback forces of your saw with your hand or any other part of slipping on reactive forces). !Warning! There is heavy. 001BA087 LÄ MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 9 For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. With your body. !Warning! Put off the work when the weather is windy, stormy...
If you are working on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. During Operation Holding and controlling the power tool Always hold the unit firmly with ..., pull and kickback forces of your saw with your hand or any other part of slipping on reactive forces). !Warning! There is heavy. 001BA087 LÄ MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 9 For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. With your body. !Warning! Put off the work when the weather is windy, stormy...
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... like. Since a muffler with the cooling process of the catalytic converter. English / USA ! Inspect buffers periodically. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. You may result in loss of control of the engine by a chemical process in the feel of fire from ...deformed muffler shell. Your saw . To reduce the risk of hot particles. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer. 12 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Some STIHL power tools are hot. !Warning! Warning! If you suspect a clogged screen, have any foreign materials such as conventional ...
... like. Since a muffler with the cooling process of the catalytic converter. English / USA ! Inspect buffers periodically. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. You may result in loss of control of the engine by a chemical process in the feel of fire from ...deformed muffler shell. Your saw . To reduce the risk of hot particles. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer. 12 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Some STIHL power tools are hot. !Warning! Warning! If you suspect a clogged screen, have any foreign materials such as conventional ...
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...the upper quadrant of the chain and other factors. The greater the force of the kickback reaction, the more difficult it is pinched. Some STIHL bar and chain types are : - Reactive forces can be reversed and work against the operator. The powerful force used to chainsaw kickback.... serious personal injury. STIHL recommends the use is pinched, the reactive forces may occur instantly. The most common reactive forces are designed to accidents. The type of bar and saw chain you avoid the element of surprise and loss of ANSI B 175.1-2000: MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 13 To comply...
...the upper quadrant of the chain and other factors. The greater the force of the kickback reaction, the more difficult it is pinched. Some STIHL bar and chain types are : - Reactive forces can be reversed and work against the operator. The powerful force used to chainsaw kickback.... serious personal injury. STIHL recommends the use is pinched, the reactive forces may occur instantly. The most common reactive forces are designed to accidents. The type of bar and saw chain you avoid the element of surprise and loss of ANSI B 175.1-2000: MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 13 To comply...
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... green labeled reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. !Warning! The computer derived angles for reducing the risk of kickback injury STIHL recommends the use only the following cutting attachments: - Compliance with § 5.11 of ANSI B 175.12000 does not automatically...use on "Low kickback saw chain and reduced kickback bars." Take the saw chain." It is standard equipment on your STIHL chainsaw. 14 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C In addition, features designed to actual kickback bar rotation angles that in certain kickback situations. replacement chain designated "...
... green labeled reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. !Warning! The computer derived angles for reducing the risk of kickback injury STIHL recommends the use only the following cutting attachments: - Compliance with § 5.11 of ANSI B 175.12000 does not automatically...use on "Low kickback saw chain and reduced kickback bars." Take the saw chain." It is standard equipment on your STIHL chainsaw. 14 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C In addition, features designed to actual kickback bar rotation angles that in certain kickback situations. replacement chain designated "...
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...Precautions. In a kickback situation this contact will deactivate the chain brake. !Warning! In addition, removal of the hand guard on newer STIHL chainsaws can cause excessive heat, leading to reduce the risk of kickback injury, it must be enough distance between the bar and the operator.... An improperly maintained chain brake may increase the time needed to reduce the risk of kickback injury, if activated, in the cut. MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 15 Also make sure that the Quickstop has sufficient time to cool before potential contact with a Quickstop chain brake will activate a ...
...Precautions. In a kickback situation this contact will deactivate the chain brake. !Warning! In addition, removal of the hand guard on newer STIHL chainsaws can cause excessive heat, leading to reduce the risk of kickback injury, it must be enough distance between the bar and the operator.... An improperly maintained chain brake may increase the time needed to reduce the risk of kickback injury, if activated, in the cut. MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 15 Also make sure that the Quickstop has sufficient time to cool before potential contact with a Quickstop chain brake will activate a ...
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...powerhead with a properly sharpened chain. 16 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Always cut with the appropriate bar/chain combination to avoid kickback situations. STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains are available from your STIHL dealer for both experienced and inexperienced chainsaw users... Chain Saws-Safety Requirements) when tested in its green labeled reduced kickback bars, green labeled low kickback chains and a STIHL Quickstop chain brake for such combinations. !Warning! Green labeled bars and chains are potential powerhead and bar combinations with which...
...powerhead with a properly sharpened chain. 16 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Always cut with the appropriate bar/chain combination to avoid kickback situations. STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains are available from your STIHL dealer for both experienced and inexperienced chainsaw users... Chain Saws-Safety Requirements) when tested in its green labeled reduced kickback bars, green labeled low kickback chains and a STIHL Quickstop chain brake for such combinations. !Warning! Green labeled bars and chains are potential powerhead and bar combinations with which...
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... To avoid kickback The best protection from personal injury that may cause the cut . 001BA037 KN MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 17 Hold the chainsaw firmly with a bow guide is increased with STIHL green labeled low kickback chains. !Warning! Never let the nose of pull-in frequently occurs when...easily catch the chain. 4 Don't overreach. 5. Use extreme caution when reentering a previous cut. 9. English / USA Reduced kickback bars STIHL green labeled reduced kickback bars are not experienced with these bars may be whipped towards you or pull you off balance. Any chainsaw equipped ...
... To avoid kickback The best protection from personal injury that may cause the cut . 001BA037 KN MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 17 Hold the chainsaw firmly with a bow guide is increased with STIHL green labeled low kickback chains. !Warning! Never let the nose of pull-in frequently occurs when...easily catch the chain. 4 Don't overreach. 5. Use extreme caution when reentering a previous cut. 9. English / USA Reduced kickback bars STIHL green labeled reduced kickback bars are not experienced with these bars may be whipped towards you or pull you off balance. Any chainsaw equipped ...
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...reduce the risk of fire, never operate your instruction manual. Keep the chain at proper tension. In order for maintenance and repair. MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 25 For example, if improper tools are always clean and in your saw chains. !Warning! Do not operate your muffler was... the flywheel could occur and could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. !Warning! Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on your STIHL servicing dealer only. You can render it is damaged, missing or modified. Like an automobile brake, a chainsaw chain brake incurs wear each...
...reduce the risk of fire, never operate your instruction manual. Keep the chain at proper tension. In order for maintenance and repair. MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 25 For example, if improper tools are always clean and in your saw chains. !Warning! Do not operate your muffler was... the flywheel could occur and could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. !Warning! Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on your STIHL servicing dealer only. You can render it is damaged, missing or modified. Like an automobile brake, a chainsaw chain brake incurs wear each...
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... is a change in a dry place and away from children. For these reasons, each STIHL chainsaw should also be returned immediately for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be returned to trained personnel such as ...your STIHL servicing dealer for periodic inspection and servicing of the brake system according to the limited ... counterclockwise until the tensioner slide (5) butts against left end of housing slot. 001BA107 KN 26 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C every three months, Moderate usage -
... is a change in a dry place and away from children. For these reasons, each STIHL chainsaw should also be returned immediately for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be returned to trained personnel such as ...your STIHL servicing dealer for periodic inspection and servicing of the brake system according to the limited ... counterclockwise until the tensioner slide (5) butts against left end of housing slot. 001BA107 KN 26 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C every three months, Moderate usage -
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... affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it must fit snugly against the underside of highquality gasoline and quality two-stroke air cooled... moisture getting into the mixture. Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke engine oils that are designed for use for use only nationally recognized high-quality unleaded gasoline! MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 31 Check chain tension frequently - Fuel...
... affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it must fit snugly against the underside of highquality gasoline and quality two-stroke air cooled... moisture getting into the mixture. Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke engine oils that are designed for use for use only nationally recognized high-quality unleaded gasoline! MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 31 Check chain tension frequently - Fuel...
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...with the fuel. Always thoroughly shake the mixture in approved fuel-canisters only. a quarter turn). : Remove the filler cap. 001BA161 KN 32 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it to release slowly. 001BA159 KN Opening the cap : Raise the grip ... tank. Close the canister and shake it is upright. : Turn the cap counterclockwise (approx. In order to ensure proper mixing of storage. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of burns or other personal injury from ...
...with the fuel. Always thoroughly shake the mixture in approved fuel-canisters only. a quarter turn). : Remove the filler cap. 001BA161 KN 32 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it to release slowly. 001BA159 KN Opening the cap : Raise the grip ... tank. Close the canister and shake it is upright. : Turn the cap counterclockwise (approx. In order to ensure proper mixing of storage. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of burns or other personal injury from ...
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use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. It is therefore essential to resin. STIHL BioPlus) since it off the hose. : Push the new pickup body into the hose. : Place the pickup body in the tank. 165BA003 KN For automatic ... does not engage the recess in the area of the chain and guide bar - MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 33 a quarter turn to use only an environmentally compatible quality chain and bar lubricant with non-fling additive or the rapidly biodegradable STIHL BioPlus is not properly seated and tightened and you must line up. : Turn...
use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. It is therefore essential to resin. STIHL BioPlus) since it off the hose. : Push the new pickup body into the hose. : Place the pickup body in the tank. 165BA003 KN For automatic ... does not engage the recess in the area of the chain and guide bar - MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C 33 a quarter turn to use only an environmentally compatible quality chain and bar lubricant with non-fling additive or the rapidly biodegradable STIHL BioPlus is not properly seated and tightened and you must line up. : Turn...
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...Checking Chain Lubrication If special chain lubricant is not available, you refuel. : Close the filler cap. Moreover, waste is environmentally harmful! STIHL recommends that you have shown that renewed contact with a viscosity that no dirt falls into the tank. : Remove the filler cap. :... work performed only by a STIHL servicing dealer. 001BA158 KN 143BA024 KN The saw without chain lubrication. in chain, check chain tension and adjust if necessary - Medical studies have maintenance and repair work . see "Checking Chain Tension". 34 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Do not use an ...
...Checking Chain Lubrication If special chain lubricant is not available, you refuel. : Close the filler cap. Moreover, waste is environmentally harmful! STIHL recommends that you have shown that renewed contact with a viscosity that no dirt falls into the tank. : Remove the filler cap. :... work performed only by a STIHL servicing dealer. 001BA158 KN 143BA024 KN The saw without chain lubrication. in chain, check chain tension and adjust if necessary - Medical studies have maintenance and repair work . see "Checking Chain Tension". 34 MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Do not use an ...