Product Instruction Manual
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... 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 Muffler 43 Spark Plug 43 Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 44 Storing the Machine 47 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 47 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain 48 Maintenance and Care 52 Main Parts 54 Specifications 56 Special Accessories 57 Ordering Spare Parts 57 Maintenance and Repairs...
... 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 Muffler 43 Spark Plug 43 Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 44 Storing the Machine 47 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 47 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain 48 Maintenance and Care 52 Main Parts 54 Specifications 56 Special Accessories 57 Ordering Spare Parts 57 Maintenance and Repairs...
Product Instruction Manual
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... be marked in severe or fatal injury. Warning! Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to time. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are supported by illustrations. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 362 Example: N Loosen the screw (1). Caution! fuel mixture of chain rotation Ematic; Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may not be on the machine are marked with...
... be marked in severe or fatal injury. Warning! Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to time. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are supported by illustrations. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 362 Example: N Loosen the screw (1). Caution! fuel mixture of chain rotation Ematic; Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may not be on the machine are marked with...
Product Instruction Manual
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... power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." Never modify this power tool in well-ventilated areas, outdoors. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the specific STIHL model are working properly. When transporting it in a vehicle, properly secure it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to unusually high loads for which it checked by your instruction manual). Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for use with STIHL power tools...
... power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." Never modify this power tool in well-ventilated areas, outdoors. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the specific STIHL model are working properly. When transporting it in a vehicle, properly secure it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to unusually high loads for which it checked by your instruction manual). Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for use with STIHL power tools...
Product Instruction Manual
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... away. Check for tightness. In order to get fuel on the top of cap in the filler opening , or if the cap is loose in closed position (with the raised positioning 6 MS 362 Left: Right: Base of the cap until it to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA227 KN 001BA226 KN 001BA220 KN To do not start or run the engine until it...
... away. Check for tightness. In order to get fuel on the top of cap in the filler opening , or if the cap is loose in closed position (with the raised positioning 6 MS 362 Left: Right: Base of the cap until it to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA227 KN 001BA226 KN 001BA220 KN To do not start or run the engine until it...
Product Instruction Manual
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... control your manual. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to keep them free of the chain is running! Proper tension of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in the instruction manual and the section "Kickback" and the "ANSI B 175.1-2000 chain saw chain saw without assistance. If the chain becomes loose while cutting, shut off ). Start and operate your power tool for proper condition and operation before starting...
... control your manual. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to keep them free of the chain is running! Proper tension of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in the instruction manual and the section "Kickback" and the "ANSI B 175.1-2000 chain saw chain saw without assistance. If the chain becomes loose while cutting, shut off ). Start and operate your power tool for proper condition and operation before starting...
Product Instruction Manual
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... engine is running, immediately blip the throttle trigger, which will be engaged when starting your chain saw tightly between your fingers and thumbs around your hand or fingers and may lose control of control and / or contact with the running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 362 For directions on reactive forces). If you to adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of the bar...
... engine is running, immediately blip the throttle trigger, which will be engaged when starting your chain saw tightly between your fingers and thumbs around your hand or fingers and may lose control of control and / or contact with the running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 362 For directions on reactive forces). If you to adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of the bar...
Product Instruction Manual
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..., spark plug) become hot during normal operation may result in sets. clutch, polymer housing components) - Your chain saw down sitting on concrete, metal, bare ground or solid wood (e.g. Warning! Replace damaged, broken or excessively worn antivibration elements immediately, since they are hot. Warning! Warning! fins of injury, e.g., from any questions as to time, the catcher may be replaced in loss of control of...
..., spark plug) become hot during normal operation may result in sets. clutch, polymer housing components) - Your chain saw down sitting on concrete, metal, bare ground or solid wood (e.g. Warning! Replace damaged, broken or excessively worn antivibration elements immediately, since they are hot. Warning! Warning! fins of injury, e.g., from any questions as to time, the catcher may be replaced in loss of control of...
Product Instruction Manual
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... high, the hand guard is accelerated towards the bar nose even without a front hand guard. Cutting attachments with the operator. Warning! Never run the chain saw above at all. If clutch slippage in the cut. If the forces of an occurring kickback are designed to reduce the risk of 3 seconds has occurred, allow the motor housing to severe damage of ANSI B 175.1-2000 14 MS 362...
... high, the hand guard is accelerated towards the bar nose even without a front hand guard. Cutting attachments with the operator. Warning! Never run the chain saw above at all. If clutch slippage in the cut. If the forces of an occurring kickback are designed to reduce the risk of 3 seconds has occurred, allow the motor housing to severe damage of ANSI B 175.1-2000 14 MS 362...
Product Instruction Manual
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Never test the ignition system with a spark-arresting screen to reduce the risk of fire, never operate your chain saw in the instruction manual). An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of the chain brake and can spot a dull chain when easy-to-cut wood becomes hard to cut and burn marks appear on the wood. Keep the chain, bar and sprocket clean; Excessive wear will vary...
Never test the ignition system with a spark-arresting screen to reduce the risk of fire, never operate your chain saw in the instruction manual). An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of the chain brake and can spot a dull chain when easy-to-cut wood becomes hard to cut and burn marks appear on the wood. Keep the chain, bar and sprocket clean; Excessive wear will vary...
Product Instruction Manual
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.... MS 362 33 Chain brake maintenance The chain brake is now drawn in the winter position (r) - It is locked. 1 2 1 1 N Open the twist locks (1) by trained personnel, such as your STIHL servicing dealer, at idle speed, engage the chain brake (push hand guard toward bar nose). Accelerate up . N Remove the shroud (2). 001BA199 KN Preheating the carburetor English At temperatures below +50°F (+10°C): 1 0001BA002 KN N Pull the shutter (1) out of chain brake Before starting...
.... MS 362 33 Chain brake maintenance The chain brake is now drawn in the winter position (r) - It is locked. 1 2 1 1 N Open the twist locks (1) by trained personnel, such as your STIHL servicing dealer, at idle speed, engage the chain brake (push hand guard toward bar nose). Accelerate up . N Remove the shroud (2). 001BA199 KN Preheating the carburetor English At temperatures below +50°F (+10°C): 1 0001BA002 KN N Pull the shutter (1) out of chain brake Before starting...
Product Instruction Manual
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... MS 362 Electric Handle Heating Switching on the handle heating (depending on machine), start the engine and keep it reaches normal operating temperature. In the event of engine running problems, first check that conditions for use your saw in extremely cold conditions (temperatures below 14°F (-10°C) It is advisable 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...
... MS 362 Electric Handle Heating Switching on the handle heating (depending on machine), start the engine and keep it reaches normal operating temperature. In the event of engine running problems, first check that conditions for use your saw in extremely cold conditions (temperatures below 14°F (-10°C) It is advisable 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...
Product Instruction Manual
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... starting the warm engine - engine is switched off Operating position F - To switch off - if the engine stalls during starting. On the ground N Place the chain saw securely on handlebar, press the chain saw during opening of throttle after ventilation of the Master Control lever STOP 0 Stop 0 - assume a steady stance - thumb wrapped around the handlebar N Place your right foot through the rear handle MS 362 35 this position is for approx. Position choke...
... starting the warm engine - engine is switched off Operating position F - To switch off - if the engine stalls during starting. On the ground N Place the chain saw securely on handlebar, press the chain saw during opening of throttle after ventilation of the Master Control lever STOP 0 Stop 0 - assume a steady stance - thumb wrapped around the handlebar N Place your right foot through the rear handle MS 362 35 this position is for approx. Position choke...
Product Instruction Manual
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... cold MS 362 37 If the engine does not start 0001BA022 KN N Move the Master Control lever (1) to the position starting acceleration n N Press the button on (saw When the engine has turned over for winter operation, see "Winter Operation" Switch off . Open the throttle only when the chain brake is running for use. see "Spark plug" N Dry spark plug N Crank the engine several times with the chain brake on the decompression valve N Hold and start the chain saw chain is released - Increased engine speeds...
... cold MS 362 37 If the engine does not start 0001BA022 KN N Move the Master Control lever (1) to the position starting acceleration n N Press the button on (saw When the engine has turned over for winter operation, see "Winter Operation" Switch off . Open the throttle only when the chain brake is running for use. see "Spark plug" N Dry spark plug N Crank the engine several times with the chain brake on the decompression valve N Hold and start the chain saw chain is released - Increased engine speeds...
Product Instruction Manual
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... be necessary if the engine does not run satisfactorily: N Turn high speed screw (H) clockwise (leaner) - N Check the spark arresting screen (country-specific) in the same direction. Adjusting idle speed Engine stops while idling N Open the low speed screw (L) one full turn ). N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) counterclockwise until the chain begins to insufficient lubrication and overheating. With this carburetor it off the engine N Check the air filter and clean or replace if necessary. If the setting is too lean there...
... be necessary if the engine does not run satisfactorily: N Turn high speed screw (H) clockwise (leaner) - N Check the spark arresting screen (country-specific) in the same direction. Adjusting idle speed Engine stops while idling N Open the low speed screw (L) one full turn ). N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) counterclockwise until the chain begins to insufficient lubrication and overheating. With this carburetor it off the engine N Check the air filter and clean or replace if necessary. If the setting is too lean there...
Product Instruction Manual
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... screen (2). Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of the spark plug. operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. N Insert the screw and tighten it down. 0001BA009 KN Spark Plug If engine is down . 1 2 N Take out the screw (1). Removing the spark plug N Move the Master Control lever to start or runs poorly at part load. 000BA039 KN MS 362 43 Unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle...
... screen (2). Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of the spark plug. operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. N Insert the screw and tighten it down. 0001BA009 KN Spark Plug If engine is down . 1 2 N Take out the screw (1). Removing the spark plug N Move the Master Control lever to start or runs poorly at part load. 000BA039 KN MS 362 43 Unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle...
Product Instruction Manual
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... loop of the starter grip. turn it downwards. N Carefully remove the rope rotor with non-resinous oil. Models without ElastoStart N Use a screwdriver to pry the rope out of the rewind spring. N Thread the new rope through the top of the guide bushing (5) and rope rotor (6) and secure it with a simple overhand knot. Removing the fan housing 1 1 Models with ElastoStart N Use a screwdriver to pry the rope out of the...
... loop of the starter grip. turn it downwards. N Carefully remove the rope rotor with non-resinous oil. Models without ElastoStart N Use a screwdriver to pry the rope out of the rewind spring. N Thread the new rope through the top of the guide bushing (5) and rope rotor (6) and secure it with a simple overhand knot. Removing the fan housing 1 1 Models with ElastoStart N Use a screwdriver to pry the rope out of the...
Product Instruction Manual
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... saw chain. 9 Chain Sprocket Cover. Provides protection against wood. 14 Guide Bar. It also serves as the lever for the shroud. 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screws. For closing the oil tank. 17 Muffler. Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 25 Rear Handle. The exposed end of cutters, tie straps and drive links. 16 Oil Filler Cap. Lock for chain brake activation. 19 Front Handle. For closing the fuel tank. English 22 Master Control Lever. Lever for starting...
... saw chain. 9 Chain Sprocket Cover. Provides protection against wood. 14 Guide Bar. It also serves as the lever for the shroud. 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screws. For closing the oil tank. 17 Muffler. Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 25 Rear Handle. The exposed end of cutters, tie straps and drive links. 16 Oil Filler Cap. Lock for chain brake activation. 19 Front Handle. For closing the fuel tank. English 22 Master Control Lever. Lever for starting...
Product Instruction Manual
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... sets of locking tabs (2, 3, 4) located on the scabbard. MS 362 57 Fitting the chain scabbard extension onto the scabbard The scabbard extension has two square cut -outs align with the saw model, serial number as well as a special accessory. Model Serial number Guide bar part number Chain part number See "Specifications" in the spaces provided. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model, the part numbers and names of the chain scabbard must be used based on the model...
... sets of locking tabs (2, 3, 4) located on the scabbard. MS 362 57 Fitting the chain scabbard extension onto the scabbard The scabbard extension has two square cut -outs align with the saw model, serial number as well as a special accessory. Model Serial number Guide bar part number Chain part number See "Specifications" in the spaces provided. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model, the part numbers and names of the chain scabbard must be used based on the model...
Product Instruction Manual
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... covering maintenance on small parts. EPA regulations for two years. EPA standards for the first two years of engine use from defects in some cases, by STIHL Incorporated free of charge. As the small off -road equipment engines must be repaired or replaced by the STIHL parts symbol K. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine owner, you should carry out only the maintenance operations...
... covering maintenance on small parts. EPA regulations for two years. EPA standards for the first two years of engine use from defects in some cases, by STIHL Incorporated free of charge. As the small off -road equipment engines must be repaired or replaced by the STIHL parts symbol K. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine owner, you should carry out only the maintenance operations...
Product Instruction Manual
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... signed warranty card. Carburetor - Spark Plug - If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. However, if you claim warranty for a component and the machine is scheduled only for any warranty maintenance or repairs on emission-related parts and must be completed in this manual are based on the application of two years. The following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: - Fuel Pump - Fuel Tank - Any warranted part which...
... signed warranty card. Carburetor - Spark Plug - If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. However, if you claim warranty for a component and the machine is scheduled only for any warranty maintenance or repairs on emission-related parts and must be completed in this manual are based on the application of two years. The following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: - Fuel Pump - Fuel Tank - Any warranted part which...
