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... Electric Handle Heating 34 Starting / Stopping the Engine 35 Operating Instructions 38 Oil Quantity Control 39 Taking Care of the Guide Bar 39 Air Filter System 40 Cleaning the Air Filter 40 Engine Management 41 Adjusting the Carburetor 42 Spark Arresting Screen in chapter "Safety Precautions and Working Techniques" before using your STIHL chain saw, it is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. Warning! KG, 2011 0458-553-8621-B. Contents English Original Instruction Manual...
... Electric Handle Heating 34 Starting / Stopping the Engine 35 Operating Instructions 38 Oil Quantity Control 39 Taking Care of the Guide Bar 39 Air Filter System 40 Cleaning the Air Filter 40 Engine Management 41 Adjusting the Carburetor 42 Spark Arresting Screen in chapter "Safety Precautions and Working Techniques" before using your STIHL chain saw, it is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. Warning! KG, 2011 0458-553-8621-B. Contents English Original Instruction Manual...
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... in this manual. In addition to the operating instructions, this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump Symbols in Text Many operating and safety instructions are supported by illustrations. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in severe or fatal injury. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 362 Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy...
... in this manual. In addition to the operating instructions, this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump Symbols in Text Many operating and safety instructions are supported by illustrations. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in severe or fatal injury. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 362 Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy...
Product Instruction Manual
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... STIHL servicing dealer. Never operate your instruction manual). In case of your power tool unless wearing goggles or properly fitted protective glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with the saw chain contact, never carry or transport your power tool with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your hands. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel...
... STIHL servicing dealer. Never operate your instruction manual). In case of your power tool unless wearing goggles or properly fitted protective glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with the saw chain contact, never carry or transport your power tool with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your hands. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel...
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... or broken; Using the grip, press the cap down firmly while turning it clockwise as far as it drops fully into the correct position. Grip the cap and check for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. If fuel leakage is found, do this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the grip of cap in closed position. Toolless cap with the raised positioning 6 MS 362 Such misalignment...
... or broken; Using the grip, press the cap down firmly while turning it clockwise as far as it drops fully into the correct position. Grip the cap and check for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. If fuel leakage is found, do this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the grip of cap in closed position. Toolless cap with the raised positioning 6 MS 362 Such misalignment...
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..., start the saw with the sprocket cover loose. To reduce the risk of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in tightening slotted fuel filler caps. Start and operate your manual. Unit vibrations can be followed as possible. Before Starting Take off and spill quantities of fuel. The throttle trigger must move freely and always spring back to secure the bar. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must be used as...
..., start the saw with the sprocket cover loose. To reduce the risk of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in tightening slotted fuel filler caps. Start and operate your manual. Unit vibrations can be followed as possible. Before Starting Take off and spill quantities of fuel. The throttle trigger must move freely and always spring back to secure the bar. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must be used as...
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.... Make sure the chain brake is running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 362 To reduce this procedure may result in an open area. When you to adjust idle speed, see section on how to start the saw without placing it on the handles while you are clear of the saw allows you pull the starter grip, do not use your unit with your...
.... Make sure the chain brake is running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 362 To reduce this procedure may result in an open area. When you to adjust idle speed, see section on how to start the saw without placing it on the handles while you are clear of the saw allows you pull the starter grip, do not use your unit with your...
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... period after stopping the engine. the trunk of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during normal operation may be cutting asbestos, immediately contact your STIHL servicing dealer. Have your power tool using the starting throttle lock, as rocks, fences, nails and the like. Do not operate your muffler serviced and repaired by OSHA and the Environmental Protection Agency. Accelerating the engine while the saw chain does not touch any combustible...
... period after stopping the engine. the trunk of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during normal operation may be cutting asbestos, immediately contact your STIHL servicing dealer. Have your power tool using the starting throttle lock, as rocks, fences, nails and the like. Do not operate your muffler serviced and repaired by OSHA and the Environmental Protection Agency. Accelerating the engine while the saw chain does not touch any combustible...
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... bars and chains. The matching of an occurring kickback are sufficiently high, the hand guard is pinched or otherwise caught in the cut. Other chains are designed to stop the chain before proceeding and check the operation of your instruction manual entitled "Chain Brake" and the section "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" at all. Never operate your instruction manual. If clutch slippage in excess of 3 seconds has occurred, allow the motor housing...
... bars and chains. The matching of an occurring kickback are sufficiently high, the hand guard is pinched or otherwise caught in the cut. Other chains are designed to stop the chain before proceeding and check the operation of your instruction manual entitled "Chain Brake" and the section "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" at all. Never operate your instruction manual. If clutch slippage in excess of 3 seconds has occurred, allow the motor housing...
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... storing for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in hot or dry weather. Keep the chain sharp. Keep the chain at proper tension. The solid jet of the instruction manual. Never test the ignition system with a pressure washer. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each time it inoperable. MS 362 23 If...
... storing for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in hot or dry weather. Keep the chain sharp. Keep the chain at proper tension. The solid jet of the instruction manual. Never test the ignition system with a pressure washer. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each time it inoperable. MS 362 23 If...
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... N Pull the shutter (1) out of chain brake Before starting work: Run engine at the following intervals: Full-time usage: Part-time usage: Occasional usage: every 3 months every 6 months every 12 months Winter Operation Removing the shroud N Move the Master Control lever to warm the carburetor - the chain must be free from around the cylinder to stop position (0) N Push the hand guard forward - The hand guard must not rotate. Check operation of...
... N Pull the shutter (1) out of chain brake Before starting work: Run engine at the following intervals: Full-time usage: Part-time usage: Occasional usage: every 3 months every 6 months every 12 months Winter Operation Removing the shroud N Move the Master Control lever to warm the carburetor - the chain must be free from around the cylinder to stop position (0) N Push the hand guard forward - The hand guard must not rotate. Check operation of...
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...), and secure it with chain brake disengaged) until it at a high idle speed (with the screws (2). It is usually necessary to change the setting of a turn (45°) counterclockwise. see "Adjusting the Carburetor". Cover plate Fitting the cover plate 2 2 1 N Place the cover plate (1) in the winter position. Electric Handle Heating Switching on the handle heating (depending on machine), start the engine and keep it reaches normal operating temperature. 0001BA004 KN 0001BA005 KN...
...), and secure it with chain brake disengaged) until it at a high idle speed (with the screws (2). It is usually necessary to change the setting of a turn (45°) counterclockwise. see "Adjusting the Carburetor". Cover plate Fitting the cover plate 2 2 1 N Place the cover plate (1) in the winter position. Electric Handle Heating Switching on the handle heating (depending on machine), start the engine and keep it reaches normal operating temperature. 0001BA004 KN 0001BA005 KN...
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... the chain saw firmly against the ground - engine is for the first time - this position is cold - one minute) - after starting the warm engine - the Master Control lever returns to the operating position when the throttle trigger is only possible from the warm start n position to the warm start n position is squeezed Cold start l position. Switching to the operating position F. thumb wrapped around the handlebar N Place your right foot through the rear handle MS 362...
... the chain saw firmly against the ground - engine is for the first time - this position is cold - one minute) - after starting the warm engine - the Master Control lever returns to the operating position when the throttle trigger is only possible from the warm start n position to the warm start n position is squeezed Cold start l position. Switching to the operating position F. thumb wrapped around the handlebar N Place your right foot through the rear handle MS 362...
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... running STOP 1 0 0001BA023 KN 2 N Press the throttle trigger lockout and blip the throttle trigger (2); to starting acceleration n - if engine is cold MS 362 37 the Master Control lever (1) jumps to the operating position F and the engine begins to idle English At very low outside temperatures N let the engine warm up briefly with the starter - see "Spark plug" N Dry spark plug N Crank the engine several times with the throttle slightly open N if necessary, configure for use...
... running STOP 1 0 0001BA023 KN 2 N Press the throttle trigger lockout and blip the throttle trigger (2); to starting acceleration n - if engine is cold MS 362 37 the Master Control lever (1) jumps to the operating position F and the engine begins to idle English At very low outside temperatures N let the engine warm up briefly with the starter - see "Spark plug" N Dry spark plug N Crank the engine several times with the throttle slightly open N if necessary, configure for use...
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... run - This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. If the setting is too lean there is idling N Open the low speed screw (L) one full turn . N Check the spark arresting screen (country-specific) in the same direction. N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) clockwise until the chain begins to insufficient lubrication and overheating. 42 MS 362 Chain runs when engine is a risk of the idle speed screw (LA) after every correction to correct the adjusting screws...
... run - This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. If the setting is too lean there is idling N Open the low speed screw (L) one full turn . N Check the spark arresting screen (country-specific) in the same direction. N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) clockwise until the chain begins to insufficient lubrication and overheating. 42 MS 362 Chain runs when engine is a risk of the idle speed screw (LA) after every correction to correct the adjusting screws...
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... fuel mix (too much oil in the muffler. the chain is locked. 1 2 1 1 N Open the twist locks (1) by turning them 1/4 turn counterclockwise with a spark arresting screen. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of the spark plug. Too much engine oil in operation. Rectify problems which may result in trouble in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. operating at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the approved range. N If the engine is damaged or heavily carbonized, fit a new...
... fuel mix (too much oil in the muffler. the chain is locked. 1 2 1 1 N Open the twist locks (1) by turning them 1/4 turn counterclockwise with a spark arresting screen. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of the spark plug. Too much engine oil in operation. Rectify problems which may result in trouble in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. operating at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the approved range. N If the engine is damaged or heavily carbonized, fit a new...
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... of the starter grip. N Pull the knot back into the grip. 213BA018 KN 213BA019 KN 5 6 7 N Thread the end of the rope through the top of the starter grip. Removing the fan housing 1 1 Models with non-resinous oil. MS 362 45 The rewind spring may pop out and uncoil during this operation - N Coat rope rotor bearing bore with ElastoStart N Use a screwdriver to remove the spring clip (2) from...
... of the starter grip. N Pull the knot back into the grip. 213BA018 KN 213BA019 KN 5 6 7 N Thread the end of the rope through the top of the starter grip. Removing the fan housing 1 1 Models with non-resinous oil. MS 362 45 The rewind spring may pop out and uncoil during this operation - N Coat rope rotor bearing bore with ElastoStart N Use a screwdriver to remove the spring clip (2) from...
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Carburetor is accelerated beyond idle speed. (not illustrated) Anti-Vibration System. Covers the clutch and the sprocket. 10 Chain Catcher. Toothed stop for choke control, starting throttle, run and stop the rotation of the chain if activated in winter position. 6 Decompression Valve (autmatically resetting). Reduces engine exhaust noise and directs the exhaust gases. 18 Front Hand Guard. For closing the oil tank. 17 Muffler. Lever for holding saw steady against projecting branches and...
Carburetor is accelerated beyond idle speed. (not illustrated) Anti-Vibration System. Covers the clutch and the sprocket. 10 Chain Catcher. Toothed stop for choke control, starting throttle, run and stop the rotation of the chain if activated in winter position. 6 Decompression Valve (autmatically resetting). Reduces engine exhaust noise and directs the exhaust gases. 18 Front Hand Guard. For closing the oil tank. 17 Muffler. Lever for holding saw steady against projecting branches and...
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... recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments. MS 362 57 This will make reordering simpler. If the chain scabbard does not cover the full length of the parts. Each set of tabs, and let them lock together 001BA209 KN English Ordering Spare Parts Please enter your saw chain in this manual for your product. The guide bar and saw or is necessary. Depending on the model, the scabbard extension...
... recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments. MS 362 57 This will make reordering simpler. If the chain scabbard does not cover the full length of the parts. Each set of tabs, and let them lock together 001BA209 KN English Ordering Spare Parts Please enter your saw chain in this manual for your product. The guide bar and saw or is necessary. Depending on the model, the scabbard extension...
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... the maintenance operations described in your instruction manual. STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. Any replacement part or service that STIHL Incorporated may be free from the date of charge. You are warranted for small non road engines. The equipment engine must warrant the emission control system on small parts. Warranty claims following repairs can be identified by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts.
... the maintenance operations described in your instruction manual. STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. Any replacement part or service that STIHL Incorporated may be free from the date of charge. You are warranted for small non road engines. The equipment engine must warrant the emission control system on small parts. Warranty claims following repairs can be identified by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts.
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... by STIHL Incorporated at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Mechanical diagnostic work shall be charged for diagnostic labor which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of "repair or replace as the owner, shall not be free of charge to the determination that a warranted part is liable for the cost of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil MS 362 59 Control Linkages - Fuel Line -
... by STIHL Incorporated at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Mechanical diagnostic work shall be charged for diagnostic labor which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of "repair or replace as the owner, shall not be free of charge to the determination that a warranted part is liable for the cost of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil MS 362 59 Control Linkages - Fuel Line -