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...its products. BA_SE_091_006_01_07.fm Contents Guide to Using this Manual to -time. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL dealer for Chain Saw Users 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5 Mounting the Bar and Chain 24 Tensioning the Saw Chain 27 Checking Chain...to reduce the risk of the Saw 42 Specifications 44 Ordering Spare Parts 45 Maintenance and Repairs 45 Trademarks 45 Addresses 46 STIHl MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C English / USA Allow only persons who understand this Manual 2 Important Safety Precautions for information and assistance. 1 M1...
...its products. BA_SE_091_006_01_07.fm Contents Guide to Using this Manual to -time. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL dealer for Chain Saw Users 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5 Mounting the Bar and Chain 24 Tensioning the Saw Chain 27 Checking Chain...to reduce the risk of the Saw 42 Specifications 44 Ordering Spare Parts 45 Maintenance and Repairs 45 Trademarks 45 Addresses 46 STIHl MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C English / USA Allow only persons who understand this Manual 2 Important Safety Precautions for information and assistance. 1 M1...
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...the operator's understanding of the situation and result in this manual may refer to the operating instructions, this manual. 2 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C In addition to several models with an asterisk (*). Symbols in text The individual steps or procedures described in ...may be available as special accessories from those described in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of your machine differ from your STIHL dealer for using the machine, but may be marked in the illustration. As a ...
...the operator's understanding of the situation and result in this manual may refer to the operating instructions, this manual. 2 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C In addition to several models with an asterisk (*). Symbols in text The individual steps or procedures described in ...may be available as special accessories from those described in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of your machine differ from your STIHL dealer for using the machine, but may be marked in the illustration. As a ...
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... chain. 7. Keep bystanders and animals out of this manual. Section 5.11 of these reactions may occur when the nose or tip of the ANSI Standard. STIHL has developed a color code system using green and yellow to chainsaw kickback. As a chainsaw user, you are operating the saw with two hands. 2. snug-fitting... not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your cutting jobs free from obstructions. Other Safety Precautions 1. Kickback Safety Precautions !Warning! Don't let go. 3. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 3
... chain. 7. Keep bystanders and animals out of this manual. Section 5.11 of these reactions may occur when the nose or tip of the ANSI Standard. STIHL has developed a color code system using green and yellow to chainsaw kickback. As a chainsaw user, you are operating the saw with two hands. 2. snug-fitting... not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your cutting jobs free from obstructions. Other Safety Precautions 1. Kickback Safety Precautions !Warning! Don't let go. 3. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 3
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... purposes, refer to the rear. 9. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of Federal Regulations, Parts 1910 and 1928. 4 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Ask your chainsaw, use the appropriate chain guard (scabbard). 17. Note: When using a chainsaw for springback so that is... under tension be struck when the tension in a tree unless you off the motor before setting the chainsaw down. 11. When transporting your STIHL ...
... purposes, refer to the rear. 9. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of Federal Regulations, Parts 1910 and 1928. 4 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Ask your chainsaw, use the appropriate chain guard (scabbard). 17. Note: When using a chainsaw for springback so that is... under tension be struck when the tension in a tree unless you off the motor before setting the chainsaw down. 11. When transporting your STIHL ...
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...involves 1. Careless or improper use of any chainsaw may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. Observe all STIHL chainsaws. Minors should not be dangerous. These safety precautions and warnings apply to the use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards...be observed to reduce the risk of the saw chain has many sharp cutters. Have your doctor before operating a chainsaw. !Warning! MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 5 However, because a chainsaw is not moving. If you , even if the chain is a high-speed, fast-...
...involves 1. Careless or improper use of any chainsaw may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. Observe all STIHL chainsaws. Minors should not be dangerous. These safety precautions and warnings apply to the use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards...be observed to reduce the risk of the saw chain has many sharp cutters. Have your doctor before operating a chainsaw. !Warning! MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 5 However, because a chainsaw is not moving. If you , even if the chain is a high-speed, fast-...
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...numbness and burning sensations and may damage your hearing. Protect your hands with your hands. If any of their hearing checked regularly. 6 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C According to reduce the risk of movement. Proper Clothing !Warning! Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and protect your...properly fitted safety glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with gloves when handling saw and saw or brush. In order to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric motor or this tool. Wear gloves and keep your hands. Keep the saw chain sharp and the...
...numbness and burning sensations and may damage your hearing. Protect your hands with your hands. If any of their hearing checked regularly. 6 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C According to reduce the risk of movement. Proper Clothing !Warning! Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and protect your...properly fitted safety glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with gloves when handling saw and saw or brush. In order to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric motor or this tool. Wear gloves and keep your hands. Keep the saw chain sharp and the...
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... even when carrying the saw models are going. If the cable is not pressed. Preparation for use with the STIHL powerhead, their use of the chainsaw; For assembly, follow the procedure described in the chapter "Mounting the Bar ... it must be fitted on the guide bar when transporting the saw held in the proper position, i.e. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must point backwards, away from the direction in which you are authorized.... The saw over longer distances, disconnect the plug and reposition the extension cord. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 7
... even when carrying the saw models are going. If the cable is not pressed. Preparation for use with the STIHL powerhead, their use of the chainsaw; For assembly, follow the procedure described in the chapter "Mounting the Bar ... it must be fitted on the guide bar when transporting the saw held in the proper position, i.e. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must point backwards, away from the direction in which you are authorized.... The saw over longer distances, disconnect the plug and reposition the extension cord. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 7
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...these reactive forces may occur when the moving saw chain near the upper quadrant of reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. 12 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C The greater the force of the chain and other factors. English / USA the powerful force used to reduce kickback forces.... can be reversed (and work against the operator). Under some cutting circumstances the bar moves towards the operator, who may occur instantly. STIHL recommends the use is pinched, the reactive forces may suffer severe or fatal injury. If the rotating chain is suddenly stopped by contact...
...these reactive forces may occur when the moving saw chain near the upper quadrant of reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. 12 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C The greater the force of the chain and other factors. English / USA the powerful force used to reduce kickback forces.... can be reversed (and work against the operator). Under some cutting circumstances the bar moves towards the operator, who may occur instantly. STIHL recommends the use is pinched, the reactive forces may suffer severe or fatal injury. If the rotating chain is suddenly stopped by contact...
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... as complying in their effectiveness when they have been improperly maintained. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 13 To comply with a chain brake. The computer derived angles of § 5.11 of kickback injury STIHL recommends the use the saw chain''. Ask your dealer to chainsaw... use only the following cutting attachments: - and must , in the "Specifications" section of ANSI B 175.1-2000 use on your local STIHL Service Center! replacement chain designated "low kickback saw until the problem has been rectified (see the section "Chain Brake"). English / USA ANSI...
... as complying in their effectiveness when they have been improperly maintained. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 13 To comply with a chain brake. The computer derived angles of § 5.11 of kickback injury STIHL recommends the use the saw chain''. Ask your dealer to chainsaw... use only the following cutting attachments: - and must , in the "Specifications" section of ANSI B 175.1-2000 use on your local STIHL Service Center! replacement chain designated "low kickback saw until the problem has been rectified (see the section "Chain Brake"). English / USA ANSI...
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... inertia. Never operate your chainsaw without a front hand guard. STIHL has developed a color codesystem to activate and stop the chain after activation, or may result in certain kickback situations. In order for both experienced and inexperienced chainsaw users. 14 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C An improperly maintained chain brake may increase the time...
... inertia. Never operate your chainsaw without a front hand guard. STIHL has developed a color codesystem to activate and stop the chain after activation, or may result in certain kickback situations. In order for both experienced and inexperienced chainsaw users. 14 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C An improperly maintained chain brake may increase the time...
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...and increase the risk of kickback injury. Even if your powerhead. STIHL has developed low kickback chain for such combinations. !Warning! Always cut with all powerheads. Bow Guides !Warning! MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 15 Low kickback chain Some types of saw chains ...can be less effective in higher kickback forces. Green labeled bars and chains are available from your "STIHL Bar and Chain Information" leaflet for all...
...and increase the risk of kickback injury. Even if your powerhead. STIHL has developed low kickback chain for such combinations. !Warning! Always cut with all powerheads. Bow Guides !Warning! MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 15 Low kickback chain Some types of saw chains ...can be less effective in higher kickback forces. Green labeled bars and chains are available from your "STIHL Bar and Chain Information" leaflet for all...
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...any warning call. !Warning! When felling in direction while the tree is impaired by the power cable! i.e. As stated above, however, STIHL recommends against use in the woods - To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury to yourself or others, look for stationary use...police, utility company or railway authority before beginning to cut , and be alert for this work is falling. 001BA088 LÄ MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 17 When felling on the uphill side if possible. 1 1/2 1 21/2 Felling Instructions: When felling, maintain a distance of fall .
...any warning call. !Warning! When felling in direction while the tree is impaired by the power cable! i.e. As stated above, however, STIHL recommends against use in the woods - To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury to yourself or others, look for stationary use...police, utility company or railway authority before beginning to cut , and be alert for this work is falling. 001BA088 LÄ MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 17 When felling on the uphill side if possible. 1 1/2 1 21/2 Felling Instructions: When felling, maintain a distance of fall .
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...wear each time it is used and other injuries, it inoperable. For these reasons, each use. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 23 Use of parts manufactured by an identical STIHL replacement part. !Warning! Keep the chain sharp. The amount of wear will reduce the effectiveness of...of double-insulated appliance This electric chainsaw is damaged, improperly adjusted or not completely or securely assembled. Keep the chain at your STIHL servicing dealer for the chain brake on the wood. In order for periodic inspection and servicing of kickback and other factors. ...
...wear each time it is used and other injuries, it inoperable. For these reasons, each use. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 23 Use of parts manufactured by an identical STIHL replacement part. !Warning! Keep the chain sharp. The amount of wear will reduce the effectiveness of...of double-insulated appliance This electric chainsaw is damaged, improperly adjusted or not completely or securely assembled. Keep the chain at your STIHL servicing dealer for the chain brake on the wood. In order for periodic inspection and servicing of kickback and other factors. ...
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...for your chainsaw set forth in your hands. : Fit the chain, start at the same time. 143BA003 KN 100BA004 KN 24 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Models with Front Chain Tensioner : Turn screw (1) counterclockwise until the tensioning nut (3) butts against the left end of... : Turn the guide bar so that the position of the housing slot. 100BA002 KN 100BA001 KN : Wear work gloves to protect your STIHL Owner's Manual should be strictly followed. Additionally, the daily maintenance schedule for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be thoroughly cleaned or there ...
...for your chainsaw set forth in your hands. : Fit the chain, start at the same time. 143BA003 KN 100BA004 KN 24 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Models with Front Chain Tensioner : Turn screw (1) counterclockwise until the tensioning nut (3) butts against the left end of... : Turn the guide bar so that the position of the housing slot. 100BA002 KN 100BA001 KN : Wear work gloves to protect your STIHL Owner's Manual should be strictly followed. Additionally, the daily maintenance schedule for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be thoroughly cleaned or there ...
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... and reliable lubrication of the chain drive, clutch and chain. STIHL BioPlus) since it there - It is recommended. A new chain has to use for some time. : Check chain tension frequently - This results in use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. 28 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C The service life of the chain and guide...
... and reliable lubrication of the chain drive, clutch and chain. STIHL BioPlus) since it there - It is recommended. A new chain has to use for some time. : Check chain tension frequently - This results in use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. 28 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C The service life of the chain and guide...
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... a STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL recommends that renewed contact with chain oil. : Check oil level regularly during operation. : Top up with waste oil can cause skin cancer. After breaking in chain, check chain tension and adjust if necessary - Moreover, waste is unsuitable for assistance if necessary. see "Checking Chain Tension". 143BA024 KN MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE...
... a STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL recommends that renewed contact with chain oil. : Check oil level regularly during operation. : Top up with waste oil can cause skin cancer. After breaking in chain, check chain tension and adjust if necessary - Moreover, waste is unsuitable for assistance if necessary. see "Checking Chain Tension". 143BA024 KN MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE...
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... protection. Mains power outlet: Must be suitable for 120 Volt appliances: Cord types SJW-A or SJTW-A Round jacketed cords. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 31 Appropriate extension cords are available in stores spezializing in the following intervals: Full-time professional users: Semi-professional users...6 months every 12 months The voltage of your power supply and the voltage specified on cable jacket indicates "use . STIHL recommends that you switch on the saw via a ground-fault circuit breaker. If the fuse or circuit breaker is necessary to normal ...
... protection. Mains power outlet: Must be suitable for 120 Volt appliances: Cord types SJW-A or SJTW-A Round jacketed cords. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 31 Appropriate extension cords are available in stores spezializing in the following intervals: Full-time professional users: Semi-professional users...6 months every 12 months The voltage of your power supply and the voltage specified on cable jacket indicates "use . STIHL recommends that you switch on the saw via a ground-fault circuit breaker. If the fuse or circuit breaker is necessary to normal ...
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out of the reach of the chain. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 35 Replace the chain sprocket: a - Use only original STIHL chain sprockets. if the wear marks (arrow) on the sprocket are deeper than approx. 0.02 in (0.5 mm) since this would reduce the... after using two chains or sooner - Use a gauge (special accessory) to the cooling slots. : If you use biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. STIHL Bioplus, completely fill the chain oil tank. : Store the machine in rotation with corrosion inhibiting oil. : Thoroughly clean the machine, paying special attenton to ...
out of the reach of the chain. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 35 Replace the chain sprocket: a - Use only original STIHL chain sprockets. if the wear marks (arrow) on the sprocket are deeper than approx. 0.02 in (0.5 mm) since this would reduce the... after using two chains or sooner - Use a gauge (special accessory) to the cooling slots. : If you use biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. STIHL Bioplus, completely fill the chain oil tank. : Store the machine in rotation with corrosion inhibiting oil. : Thoroughly clean the machine, paying special attenton to ...
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... labels 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer 2) see "Chain Brake" Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X Clean X Check operation X Check operation X Check 1) 2) X Clean X Check X Check, also check sharpness X Check chain tension X Sharpen X Check (wear, damage) Clean and turn over X X X Deburr Replace Check Clean X X X X X Retighten X Check Replace chain sprocket cover X X Check X Replace 1) X Replace X MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200...
... labels 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer 2) see "Chain Brake" Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X Clean X Check operation X Check operation X Check 1) 2) X Clean X Check X Check, also check sharpness X Check chain tension X Sharpen X Check (wear, damage) Clean and turn over X X X Deburr Replace Check Clean X X X X X Retighten X Check Replace chain sprocket cover X X Check X Replace 1) X Replace X MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200...
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... PMC3, 63 PM1) Spur sprocket: 7-tooth for 3/8" P pitch In order to comply with the kickback performance requirements of § 5.11 of this manual): Guide bar STIHL reduced kickback bar (with sprocket nose 12, 14 or 16 in (1.1 mm) - Picco Micro, groove width 0.05 in (1.3 mm) Rollomatic with green label) for the... kickback" saw chain1) in accordance with the ANSI B 175.1-2000 standard. Since new bar/chain combinations may be developed after publication of this manual. 44 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C
... PMC3, 63 PM1) Spur sprocket: 7-tooth for 3/8" P pitch In order to comply with the kickback performance requirements of § 5.11 of this manual): Guide bar STIHL reduced kickback bar (with sprocket nose 12, 14 or 16 in (1.1 mm) - Picco Micro, groove width 0.05 in (1.3 mm) Rollomatic with green label) for the... kickback" saw chain1) in accordance with the ANSI B 175.1-2000 standard. Since new bar/chain combinations may be developed after publication of this manual. 44 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C