Instruction Manual
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... 36 Switching On 37 Switching Off 38 Operating Instructions 39 Taking Care of the Guide Bar 39 Storing the Machine 40 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 41 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain 41 { MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C Maintenance and Care Main Parts Specifications Special Accessories Ordering Spare Parts Troubleshooting Maintenance and Repairs Battery Recycling Disposal Trademarks Addresses 45 Allow only persons who fully understand 47 this manual. Careless or improper use may...
... 36 Switching On 37 Switching Off 38 Operating Instructions 39 Taking Care of the Guide Bar 39 Storing the Machine 40 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 41 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain 41 { MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C Maintenance and Care Main Parts Specifications Special Accessories Ordering Spare Parts Troubleshooting Maintenance and Repairs Battery Recycling Disposal Trademarks Addresses 45 Allow only persons who fully understand 47 this manual. Careless or improper use may...
Instruction Manual
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Chain oil tank; Example: N Loosen the screw (1). English Guide to Using this Manual This Instruction Manual refers to a STIHL cordless chain saw, also called a chain saw, engine-driven device or machine in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area for assistance. The individual steps or procedures described in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. A description of a step or procedure ...
Chain oil tank; Example: N Loosen the screw (1). English Guide to Using this Manual This Instruction Manual refers to a STIHL cordless chain saw, also called a chain saw, engine-driven device or machine in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area for assistance. The individual steps or procedures described in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. A description of a step or procedure ...
Instruction Manual
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... may cause serious or fatal injury. Safe use of a chain saw involves 1 the operator 2 the chain saw 3 the use of genuine STIHL replacement parts. THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You must be observed to the section on the chain saw. If you how to ƒ and remove the battery before operating this chain saw without the instruction manual. MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C 3 i.e. WARNING Do not use it for cutting wooden objects. WARNING Be alert - Working with...
... may cause serious or fatal injury. Safe use of a chain saw involves 1 the operator 2 the chain saw 3 the use of genuine STIHL replacement parts. THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You must be observed to the section on the chain saw. If you how to ƒ and remove the battery before operating this chain saw without the instruction manual. MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C 3 i.e. WARNING Do not use it for cutting wooden objects. WARNING Be alert - Working with...
Instruction Manual
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... glasses. Chain saw chain and bar covered with the motor running may damage your applicable national standard). heavy impact or a fall), always check that operators wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) if using the saw with the chain guard (scabbard). 001BA272 KN MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C 5 If this chain saw parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." To reduce the risk of injury to your eyes never operate your power tool unless wearing...
... glasses. Chain saw chain and bar covered with the motor running may damage your applicable national standard). heavy impact or a fall), always check that operators wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) if using the saw with the chain guard (scabbard). 001BA272 KN MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C 5 If this chain saw parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." To reduce the risk of injury to your eyes never operate your power tool unless wearing...
Instruction Manual
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... the trigger switch lockout is shut off the motor and engage the chain brake by moving the front hand guard to secure the bar. To reduce the risk of your cutting needs. Do not use a saw with the sprocket cover loose. STIHL Oilomatic saw until the problem has been rectified. Before replacing any part is running! Since longer bars add weight and may be sure that the guide bar and saw for...
... the trigger switch lockout is shut off the motor and engage the chain brake by moving the front hand guard to secure the bar. To reduce the risk of your cutting needs. Do not use a saw with the sprocket cover loose. STIHL Oilomatic saw until the problem has been rectified. Before replacing any part is running! Since longer bars add weight and may be sure that the guide bar and saw for...
Instruction Manual
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... the battery to a power supply with STIHL chargers. WARNING Use STIHL batteries only with STIHL power tools, and charge them only with the voltage and frequency specified on the rating plate. Never use an extension cord unless absolutely neccessary (see below). Also seek medical attention immediately. Connect the charger only to generate heat, rupture or ignite. Do not touch the burnt battery or...
... the battery to a power supply with STIHL chargers. WARNING Use STIHL batteries only with STIHL power tools, and charge them only with the voltage and frequency specified on the rating plate. Never use an extension cord unless absolutely neccessary (see below). Also seek medical attention immediately. Connect the charger only to generate heat, rupture or ignite. Do not touch the burnt battery or...
Instruction Manual
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... operator. The powerful force used to cut wood can be flung off the motor. - If this chain saw is subjected to unusually high loads for which can ignite flammabale materials under certain circumstances. Check in wet or very damp locations. Such use your direction. Contact your STIHL servicing dealer. Switch off , damage the saw chain or cause the chain saw to kickback. If the rotating saw chain does not touch any time...
... operator. The powerful force used to cut wood can be flung off the motor. - If this chain saw is subjected to unusually high loads for which can ignite flammabale materials under certain circumstances. Check in wet or very damp locations. Such use your direction. Contact your STIHL servicing dealer. Switch off , damage the saw chain or cause the chain saw to kickback. If the rotating saw chain does not touch any time...
Instruction Manual
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... your chain saw with an interia Quickstop chain brake. Do not use of the instruction manual or - It is the activation lever for use a saw or - Take the saw chain combinations listed as complying in the "Specifications" section of the STIHL Quickstop chain brake on the chain saw if the chain brake does not function properly. The brake is designed to engage the brake even without contacting the front hand guard. 001BA174 KN MSA 160 C, MSA 200...
... your chain saw with an interia Quickstop chain brake. Do not use of the instruction manual or - It is the activation lever for use a saw or - Take the saw chain combinations listed as complying in the "Specifications" section of the STIHL Quickstop chain brake on the chain saw if the chain brake does not function properly. The brake is designed to engage the brake even without contacting the front hand guard. 001BA174 KN MSA 160 C, MSA 200...
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... of pull-in conditions during the limbing operation. Bucking Bucking is removing the branches from a plunge cut or underbuck cut . Always start a cut more powerful, faster and/or steady cut and serious personal injury. The electric chain saw by leaving the lower limbs to support the log off balance. If a pinch occurs, switch off the motor, move front hand guard to ƒ, remove the battery and remove the saw is...
... of pull-in conditions during the limbing operation. Bucking Bucking is removing the branches from a plunge cut or underbuck cut . Always start a cut more powerful, faster and/or steady cut and serious personal injury. The electric chain saw by leaving the lower limbs to support the log off balance. If a pinch occurs, switch off the motor, move front hand guard to ƒ, remove the battery and remove the saw is...
Instruction Manual
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... for maintenance and repair. Always switch off the motor, move front hand guard to ƒ, remove the battery from the power tool and make a warranty claim for the chain brake on the drum. Have such work performed by your instruction manual. Keep the chain sharp. Keep the chain at proper tension. When the tree starts to cut and burn marks appear on the wood. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for...
... for maintenance and repair. Always switch off the motor, move front hand guard to ƒ, remove the battery from the power tool and make a warranty claim for the chain brake on the drum. Have such work performed by your instruction manual. Keep the chain sharp. Keep the chain at proper tension. When the tree starts to cut and burn marks appear on the wood. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for...
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..., gases or dust. f) If operating a power tool in the instruction manual). power cord of electric shock. c) Do not expose power tools to lose control. 2) Electrical safety English a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Store chain saw in a dry, locked location with earthed (grounded) power tools. Never use the cord for outdoor use any way. Use of a cord suitable for handheld motor-operated electric chain saws contained in the presence of electric shock if your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. 1) Work area safety a) Keep...
..., gases or dust. f) If operating a power tool in the instruction manual). power cord of electric shock. c) Do not expose power tools to lose control. 2) Electrical safety English a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Store chain saw in a dry, locked location with earthed (grounded) power tools. Never use the cord for outdoor use any way. Use of a cord suitable for handheld motor-operated electric chain saws contained in the presence of electric shock if your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. 1) Work area safety a) Keep...
Instruction Manual
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... power tool's operation. Power tools are easier to operate the power tool. Use of dust collection can be controlled with the switch is suitable for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. 5) Battery tool use and care a) Recharge only with sharp cutting edges are less likely to be repaired. Use of any adjusting key or wrench before connecting to a rotating part of injury and fire. 24 MSA 160 C, MSA 200...
... power tool's operation. Power tools are easier to operate the power tool. Use of dust collection can be controlled with the switch is suitable for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. 5) Battery tool use and care a) Recharge only with sharp cutting edges are less likely to be repaired. Use of any adjusting key or wrench before connecting to a rotating part of injury and fire. 24 MSA 160 C, MSA 200...
Instruction Manual
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... the wood fibers is released the spring loaded limb may cause a loss of balance or control of personal injury and should never be whipped toward you or pull you start the chain saw, make sure the saw always fit the guide bar cover. Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. Chain saw out of the power tool is maintained. Hold the power tool by flying debris or accidental...
... the wood fibers is released the spring loaded limb may cause a loss of balance or control of personal injury and should never be whipped toward you or pull you start the chain saw, make sure the saw always fit the guide bar cover. Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. Chain saw out of the power tool is maintained. Hold the power tool by flying debris or accidental...
Instruction Manual
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...: Check chain lubrication, clean the oil passages, contact your servicing dealer for chain lubrication. use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. It may be a problem in the area of the chain and guide bar depends on housing must be carried out by STIHL servicing dealers Oil filler cap N Thoroughly clean the filler cap and the area around it will otherwise quickly turn ). N Check oil level before starting work, while sawing, and each time the battery is changed N Refill chain oil at...
...: Check chain lubrication, clean the oil passages, contact your servicing dealer for chain lubrication. use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. It may be a problem in the area of the chain and guide bar depends on housing must be carried out by STIHL servicing dealers Oil filler cap N Thoroughly clean the filler cap and the area around it will otherwise quickly turn ). N Check oil level before starting work, while sawing, and each time the battery is changed N Refill chain oil at...
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see "Checking Chain Tension". 1 2 The coasting brake stops the rotating saw chain when the trigger switch is released. 1 Coasting brake inactive 2 Coasting brake active 32 MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C NOTICE Never operate your cap i in the closed position: with the filler cap in for installation. If the chain runs dry, the whole cutting attachment will twist the base of oil. see section "Closing." N Continue to 3 minutes. The saw without chain lubrication. Every new chain has to be...
see "Checking Chain Tension". 1 2 The coasting brake stops the rotating saw chain when the trigger switch is released. 1 Coasting brake inactive 2 Coasting brake active 32 MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C NOTICE Never operate your cap i in the closed position: with the filler cap in for installation. If the chain runs dry, the whole cutting attachment will twist the base of oil. see section "Closing." N Continue to 3 minutes. The saw without chain lubrication. Every new chain has to be...
Instruction Manual
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... rivets N Replace damaged or worn chain components and adapt these parts to tes Using two saw chain cuts through wood effortlessly even with the angles and dimensions listed below is reduced - use of injury! English Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket N Remove battery N Remove chain sprocket cover, saw chains or earlier - set hand guard to increased physical strain, increased vibration load, unsatisfactory cutting results and increased wear. risk of two saw chain and guide bar N Release chain brake -
... rivets N Replace damaged or worn chain components and adapt these parts to tes Using two saw chain cuts through wood effortlessly even with the angles and dimensions listed below is reduced - use of injury! English Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket N Remove battery N Remove chain sprocket cover, saw chains or earlier - set hand guard to increased physical strain, increased vibration load, unsatisfactory cutting results and increased wear. risk of two saw chain and guide bar N Release chain brake -
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... difficult conditions (extensive dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber from tropical trees, etc.). Always set the hand guard to ƒ and remove the battery before starting work At the end of work on the chain saw. All accessible screws, nuts and bolts Retighten Check X Chain catcher Replace Safety information label Replace 1) STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers Before starting any work and/or daily Each time the battery is only used occasionally, the intervals can...
... difficult conditions (extensive dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber from tropical trees, etc.). Always set the hand guard to ƒ and remove the battery before starting work At the end of work on the chain saw. All accessible screws, nuts and bolts Retighten Check X Chain catcher Replace Safety information label Replace 1) STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers Before starting any work and/or daily Each time the battery is only used occasionally, the intervals can...
Instruction Manual
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... adjustment of cutters, tie straps and drive links. 6. Oil Filler Cap For closing the oil tank. 12. It also serves as the lever for holding saw steady against projecting branches and helps prevent left hand at the rear of the battery. 22. Rear Hand Guard Gives added protection to stop for chain brake activation. 13. Chain Sprocket Cover Covers the chain sprocket. 7. Chain Catcher Helps to tension chain with electrical power...
... adjustment of cutters, tie straps and drive links. 6. Oil Filler Cap For closing the oil tank. 12. It also serves as the lever for holding saw steady against projecting branches and helps prevent left hand at the rear of the battery. 22. Rear Hand Guard Gives added protection to stop for chain brake activation. 13. Chain Sprocket Cover Covers the chain sprocket. 7. Chain Catcher Helps to tension chain with electrical power...
Instruction Manual
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... E Mini guide bars Reduced kickback STIHL guide bars (with the requirements set forth in UN-Manual ST/SG/AC.10/11/Rev.5/Part III, Subsection 38.3. Shipping it . 50 MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C This equipment generates, uses and can be less than listed bar length. increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, - Do not change or modify this product in any way unless specifically allowed...
... E Mini guide bars Reduced kickback STIHL guide bars (with the requirements set forth in UN-Manual ST/SG/AC.10/11/Rev.5/Part III, Subsection 38.3. Shipping it . 50 MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C This equipment generates, uses and can be less than listed bar length. increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, - Do not change or modify this product in any way unless specifically allowed...
Instruction Manual
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.... This will make reordering simpler. English MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C 51 The guide bar and saw model, the part numbers and names of the guide bar and saw chain in this manual for the recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments. Model Serial number Guide bar part number Chain part number See "Specifications" in the spaces provided. Special Accessories Contact your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may be available for your saw model, serial number as well as the part numbers of the...
.... This will make reordering simpler. English MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C 51 The guide bar and saw model, the part numbers and names of the guide bar and saw chain in this manual for the recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments. Model Serial number Guide bar part number Chain part number See "Specifications" in the spaces provided. Special Accessories Contact your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may be available for your saw model, serial number as well as the part numbers of the...
