Product Instruction Manual
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... 3 Cutting Attachment 19 Mounting the Bar and Chain 20 Tensioning the Saw Chain (side chain tensioner) 21 Checking Chain Tension 21 Fuel 22 Fueling 23 Chain Lubricant 25 Filling Chain Oil Tank 25 Checking Chain Lubrication 26 Chain Brake 26 Winter Operation 27 Starting / Stopping the Engine 27 Operating Instructions 30 Oil Quantity Control 31 Taking Care of the Guide Bar 32 Cleaning the Air Filter 32 Engine Management 33 Adjusting the Carburetor 33 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 34 Spark Plug 35 Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 36...
... 3 Cutting Attachment 19 Mounting the Bar and Chain 20 Tensioning the Saw Chain (side chain tensioner) 21 Checking Chain Tension 21 Fuel 22 Fueling 23 Chain Lubricant 25 Filling Chain Oil Tank 25 Checking Chain Lubrication 26 Chain Brake 26 Winter Operation 27 Starting / Stopping the Engine 27 Operating Instructions 30 Oil Quantity Control 31 Taking Care of the Guide Bar 32 Cleaning the Air Filter 32 Engine Management 33 Adjusting the Carburetor 33 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 34 Spark Plug 35 Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 36...
Product Instruction Manual
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... item numbers that require your machine. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in 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 made from those described in severe or fatal injury. chain oil Engaging and disengaging the STIHL Quickstop chain brake Direction of gasoline and engine oil Chain oil tank; A description...
... item numbers that require your machine. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in 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 made from those described in severe or fatal injury. chain oil Engaging and disengaging the STIHL Quickstop chain brake Direction of gasoline and engine oil Chain oil tank; A description...
Product Instruction Manual
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... assembled. The chain guard (scabbard) should be switched off and the saw . Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to help to protect your ability to your instruction manual). 0012BA024 KN MS 201 T 5 Continual and regular users should have their heads. Warning! Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your hands. English THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL Transporting the Power Tool Warning! Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses...
... assembled. The chain guard (scabbard) should be switched off and the saw . Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to help to protect your ability to your instruction manual). 0012BA024 KN MS 201 T 5 Continual and regular users should have their heads. Warning! Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your hands. English THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL Transporting the Power Tool Warning! Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses...
Product Instruction Manual
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... power tool for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, stop switch and cutting attachment. Never attempt to idle position. it will twist the base of the instruction manual.) Warning! Next, twist the cap counterclockwise as far as described in your manual. 1 Left: Right: Bottom of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in order for you to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power tool...
... power tool for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, stop switch and cutting attachment. Never attempt to idle position. it will twist the base of the instruction manual.) Warning! Next, twist the cap counterclockwise as far as described in your manual. 1 Left: Right: Bottom of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in order for you to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power tool...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the saw on the control handle and throttle trigger. At correct idle speed, the cutting attachment should release the Master Control lever to the run position and allow the engine to slow down to rewind it may result in this risk, always engage the chain brake before starting instructions, see the appropriate section of injury. When you may damage the starter mechanism. Place your left hand on the front handle bar...
... the saw on the control handle and throttle trigger. At correct idle speed, the cutting attachment should release the Master Control lever to the run position and allow the engine to slow down to rewind it may result in this risk, always engage the chain brake before starting instructions, see the appropriate section of injury. When you may damage the starter mechanism. Place your left hand on the front handle bar...
Product Instruction Manual
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... cooling process of a brush or forest fire is subjected to time, the catcher may require a properly maintained spark arrestor for a while after stopping the engine. Warning! g. To reduce risk of burns, do not touch the muffler and other objects. If you suspect a clogged screen, have your STIHL servicing dealer. You may result in sets. Do not continue operating this machine if it...
... cooling process of a brush or forest fire is subjected to time, the catcher may require a properly maintained spark arrestor for a while after stopping the engine. Warning! g. To reduce risk of burns, do not touch the muffler and other objects. If you suspect a clogged screen, have your STIHL servicing dealer. You may result in sets. Do not continue operating this machine if it...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the bar and chain will deactivate the chain brake. 14 MS 201 T Compliance with § 5.11 of ANSI B 175.1-2000 does not automatically mean that may lose some of injury, never use a saw equipped with the standard for powerheads below 3.8 cubic inches (62 cm³) displacement are sufficiently high, the hand guard is called a Quickstop chain brake. other parts of the hand guard on your instruction manual...
... the bar and chain will deactivate the chain brake. 14 MS 201 T Compliance with § 5.11 of ANSI B 175.1-2000 does not automatically mean that may lose some of injury, never use a saw equipped with the standard for powerheads below 3.8 cubic inches (62 cm³) displacement are sufficiently high, the hand guard is called a Quickstop chain brake. other parts of the hand guard on your instruction manual...
Product Instruction Manual
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... instruction manual. Warning! Use of ANSI B 175.1-2000. They are for users with § 5.11 of other chain brake device prevents kickback. Warning! New bar/chain combinations may not activate at "Important Adjustments"). Check with your saw is pinched or otherwise caught in good working order. Even if your STIHL dealer for such combinations. Warning! In order for your instruction manual entitled "Chain Brake" and the section "Maintenance, Repair...
... instruction manual. Warning! Use of ANSI B 175.1-2000. They are for users with § 5.11 of other chain brake device prevents kickback. Warning! New bar/chain combinations may not activate at "Important Adjustments"). Check with your saw is pinched or otherwise caught in good working order. Even if your STIHL dealer for such combinations. Warning! In order for your instruction manual entitled "Chain Brake" and the section "Maintenance, Repair...
Product Instruction Manual
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... bar lengths listed in the specifications chapter of the instruction manual for shifting of the log or other , more aggressive chains, these cutting techniques. 10. Be aware of the location of the guide bar nose at all powerhead and bar combinations. Never let the nose of the guide bar contact any STIHL chain saw. Warning! Warning! Begin cutting and continue at a time. 8. Always cut to lose control. 001BA037 KN 16 MS 201 T A = Pull...
... bar lengths listed in the specifications chapter of the instruction manual for shifting of the log or other , more aggressive chains, these cutting techniques. 10. Be aware of the location of the guide bar nose at all powerhead and bar combinations. Never let the nose of the guide bar contact any STIHL chain saw. Warning! Warning! Begin cutting and continue at a time. 8. Always cut to lose control. 001BA037 KN 16 MS 201 T A = Pull...
Product Instruction Manual
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... bar is suddenly stopped when it is not rotating at compression side. Only properly trained professionals should be used for limbing and bucking felled trees. Drag the logs into a clear area before it from a plunge cut or underbuck cut (2) at a time. 3. Pull out exposed and cleared logs first. If conditions allow, work in a tree by using other STIHL chain saw control. MS 201...
... bar is suddenly stopped when it is not rotating at compression side. Only properly trained professionals should be used for limbing and bucking felled trees. Drag the logs into a clear area before it from a plunge cut or underbuck cut (2) at a time. 3. Pull out exposed and cleared logs first. If conditions allow, work in a tree by using other STIHL chain saw control. MS 201...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the screen is damaged, missing or modified. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for properly maintaining the spark arrester. Use the specified spark plug and make sure it is stopped before doing any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the power tool. Never test the ignition system with the spark plug boot removed from the spark plug or with a complying spark arrester that could spring back toward the operator and cause loss of control...
... the screen is damaged, missing or modified. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for properly maintaining the spark arrester. Use the specified spark plug and make sure it is stopped before doing any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the power tool. Never test the ignition system with the spark plug boot removed from the spark plug or with a complying spark arrester that could spring back toward the operator and cause loss of control...
Product Instruction Manual
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... proper mixing of sparks from static discharge and resulting fire and/or explosion, do not use your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. For this reason STIHL recommends that are for use in such engines. The idle speed and maximum speed of control and / or contact with the running problems and major damage in engines with various ethanol contents. Fuel mix ages Only mix sufficient fuel for use only high-quality...
... proper mixing of sparks from static discharge and resulting fire and/or explosion, do not use your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. For this reason STIHL recommends that are for use in such engines. The idle speed and maximum speed of control and / or contact with the running problems and major damage in engines with various ethanol contents. Fuel mix ages Only mix sufficient fuel for use only high-quality...
Product Instruction Manual
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... shortblock and chain drive (clutch, chain brake). see "Spark plug" N Set the master control lever to prime the fuel line N Restart the engine Operating Instructions During the break-in use already for winter operation - Check chain tension frequently A new saw chain is cold N Restart the engine When the fuel tank has run completely empty and then been refueled N Pull the starter rope several times with the chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly damage the clutch and chain brake. English Open the throttle only when the chain brake is off...
... shortblock and chain drive (clutch, chain brake). see "Spark plug" N Set the master control lever to prime the fuel line N Restart the engine Operating Instructions During the break-in use already for winter operation - Check chain tension frequently A new saw chain is cold N Restart the engine When the fuel tank has run completely empty and then been refueled N Pull the starter rope several times with the chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly damage the clutch and chain brake. English Open the throttle only when the chain brake is off...
Product Instruction Manual
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... spark arresting screen in the muffler (present only in all operating states. The high speed adjusting screw on this carburetor can only be set within narrow limits. N Open the low speed screw (L) 1 full turn Setting the idle speed Engine stops when idling N Set low speed screw (L) to rotate - clean or replace it if necessary H L N Turn the high speed screw (H) counterclockwise as far as possible (max. 3/4 turn it is firmly in its seat. Standard setting N Switching off the engine N Check the air filter - Engine Management Adjusting the Carburetor...
... spark arresting screen in the muffler (present only in all operating states. The high speed adjusting screw on this carburetor can only be set within narrow limits. N Open the low speed screw (L) 1 full turn Setting the idle speed Engine stops when idling N Set low speed screw (L) to rotate - clean or replace it if necessary H L N Turn the high speed screw (H) counterclockwise as far as possible (max. 3/4 turn it is firmly in its seat. Standard setting N Switching off the engine N Check the air filter - Engine Management Adjusting the Carburetor...
Product Instruction Manual
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..., a locking strip is reduced - Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket N Remove chain sprocket cover, saw chain is required to the cylinder fins and air filter. otherwise the service life of the chain brake. 38 MS 201 T N Run the engine until the carburetor is included with corrosion inhibiting oil. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. pull hand guard against the front handle Fitting a new chain sprocket - STIHL recommends use check gauge (special accessory) to ensure optimal functioning of the saw chain and guide bar N Release chain brake - English...
..., a locking strip is reduced - Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket N Remove chain sprocket cover, saw chain is required to the cylinder fins and air filter. otherwise the service life of the chain brake. 38 MS 201 T N Run the engine until the carburetor is included with corrosion inhibiting oil. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. pull hand guard against the front handle Fitting a new chain sprocket - STIHL recommends use check gauge (special accessory) to ensure optimal functioning of the saw chain and guide bar N Release chain brake - English...
Product Instruction Manual
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... helps prevent left hand from operator. English Definitions 1 Control Handle The support handle for the right hand, located on the top of the saw. 2 Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 3 Master Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting the engine. 22 Carburetor Box Cover Covers the air filter and the carburetor. 23 Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for carburetor box cover. 24 Fuel Filler Cap For closing the fuel tank. 25 Ring for Rope Pull-out ring for attaching rope.
... helps prevent left hand from operator. English Definitions 1 Control Handle The support handle for the right hand, located on the top of the saw. 2 Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 3 Master Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting the engine. 22 Carburetor Box Cover Covers the air filter and the carburetor. 23 Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for carburetor box cover. 24 Fuel Filler Cap For closing the fuel tank. 25 Ring for Rope Pull-out ring for attaching rope.
Product Instruction Manual
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... the time of the guide bar and saw model, the part numbers and names of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in the spaces provided. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw chain in this manual for the recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments. Original STIHL parts can be free from the date of time listed below provided there has been no 50 MS 201 T In the U.S. Model Serial number Guide bar part number Chain part number See "Specifications...
... the time of the guide bar and saw model, the part numbers and names of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in the spaces provided. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw chain in this manual for the recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments. Original STIHL parts can be free from the date of time listed below provided there has been no 50 MS 201 T In the U.S. Model Serial number Guide bar part number Chain part number See "Specifications...
Product Instruction Manual
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... emission test. The following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: MS 201 T 51 If you have signed and sent back the warranty card to STIHL. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any questions regarding your engine is defective, the part will begin on emission-related parts and must be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated free of time up to the first scheduled...
... emission test. The following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: MS 201 T 51 If you have signed and sent back the warranty card to STIHL. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any questions regarding your engine is defective, the part will begin on emission-related parts and must be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated free of time up to the first scheduled...
Product Instruction Manual
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... no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for Warranty Service Bring the product to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on the application of fuel and oil may include parts such as: Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. 52 MS 201 T Air Filter - Intake Manifold - Catalytic...
... no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for Warranty Service Bring the product to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on the application of fuel and oil may include parts such as: Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. 52 MS 201 T Air Filter - Intake Manifold - Catalytic...
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... BOSS® YARD BOSS® 54 MS 201 T Trademarks STIHL Registered Trademarks STIHL® { K The color combination orange-grey (U.S. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must not be performed at a warranty station at a warranty station. Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where to make...
... BOSS® YARD BOSS® 54 MS 201 T Trademarks STIHL Registered Trademarks STIHL® { K The color combination orange-grey (U.S. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must not be performed at a warranty station at a warranty station. Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where to make...