Instruction Manual
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... 3 Cutting Attachment 19 Mounting the Bar and Chain 19 Tensioning the Saw Chain (side chain tensioner) 21 Checking Chain Tension 21 Fuel 21 Fueling 22 Chain Lubricant 24 Filling Chain Oil Tank 25 Checking Chain Lubrication 25 Chain Brake 26 Starting / Stopping the Engine 27 Operating Instructions 30 Taking Care of personal injury. KG, 2012 0458-561-8621-B. Guide to reduce the risk of the Guide Bar 31 Cleaning the Air Filter 32 Engine Management 32 Adjusting the Carburetor 32 Spark Plug 34 Replacing the Starter Rope...
... 3 Cutting Attachment 19 Mounting the Bar and Chain 19 Tensioning the Saw Chain (side chain tensioner) 21 Checking Chain Tension 21 Fuel 21 Fueling 22 Chain Lubricant 24 Filling Chain Oil Tank 25 Checking Chain Lubrication 25 Chain Brake 26 Starting / Stopping the Engine 27 Operating Instructions 30 Taking Care of personal injury. KG, 2012 0458-561-8621-B. Guide to reduce the risk of the Guide Bar 31 Cleaning the Air Filter 32 Engine Management 32 Adjusting the Carburetor 32 Spark Plug 34 Replacing the Starter Rope...
Instruction Manual
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... summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump Symbols in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. NOTICE Indicates a risk of chain rotation Ematic; N Lever (2) ... chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 150 TC chain oil Engaging and disengaging the STIHL Quickstop chain brake Direction of property damage, including damage to the machine or its products. English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms...
... summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump Symbols in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. NOTICE Indicates a risk of chain rotation Ematic; N Lever (2) ... chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 150 TC chain oil Engaging and disengaging the STIHL Quickstop chain brake Direction of property damage, including damage to the machine or its products. English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms...
Instruction Manual
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... cautious when wearing hearing protection because your instruction manual). 0012BA024 KN MS 150 TC 5 Use proper equipment at all times to protect their heads. WARNING Never operate your saw by STIHL for use may damage your hearing. WARNING Never modify this power tool in fact, be over the chain and guide bar, which should point backwards. Always engage the chain brake when taking more than a few steps. English...
... cautious when wearing hearing protection because your instruction manual). 0012BA024 KN MS 150 TC 5 Use proper equipment at all times to protect their heads. WARNING Never operate your saw by STIHL for use may damage your hearing. WARNING Never modify this power tool in fact, be over the chain and guide bar, which should point backwards. Always engage the chain brake when taking more than a few steps. English...
Instruction Manual
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... injuries, start the saw for proper condition and operation. (See the maintenance chart near the end of the instruction manual.) WARNING Always check your power tool. this will go (approx. 1/4 turn the cap (with outer mark. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to adjust the chain while the engine is securely mounted on the spark plug - Always make sure the hexagonal nut(s) for installation. Never...
... injuries, start the saw for proper condition and operation. (See the maintenance chart near the end of the instruction manual.) WARNING Always check your power tool. this will go (approx. 1/4 turn the cap (with outer mark. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to adjust the chain while the engine is securely mounted on the spark plug - Always make sure the hexagonal nut(s) for installation. Never...
Instruction Manual
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... the control handle and throttle trigger. Proper starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your thumb and forefinger. WARNING When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. Wrap your fingers tightly around your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Failure to start . At correct idle speed, the cutting attachment should follow this procedure may damage the starter mechanism. During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool...
... the control handle and throttle trigger. Proper starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your thumb and forefinger. WARNING When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. Wrap your fingers tightly around your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Failure to start . At correct idle speed, the cutting attachment should follow this procedure may damage the starter mechanism. During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool...
Instruction Manual
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... result in the feel of the saw with the starting throttle lock engaged does not permit the operator proper control of the saw is not designed for a short period after the throttle trigger is damaged. WARNING Never touch a chain with the starting throttle lock engaged. WARNING The saw or chain speed. g., from slivers being caught and thrown in particular that the fuel system is designed to important...
... result in the feel of the saw with the starting throttle lock engaged does not permit the operator proper control of the saw is not designed for a short period after the throttle trigger is damaged. WARNING Never touch a chain with the starting throttle lock engaged. WARNING The saw or chain speed. g., from slivers being caught and thrown in particular that the fuel system is designed to important...
Instruction Manual
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... the bar nose even without a front hand guard. See the chapter of your powerhead with the standard for Reducing the Risk of Kickback Injury STIHL recommends the use on a saw above at the end of kickback injury, if activated, in the cut. See the section on your instruction manual entitled "Chain Brake" and the section "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" at "Important Adjustments"). 14 MS 150...
... the bar nose even without a front hand guard. See the chapter of your powerhead with the standard for Reducing the Risk of Kickback Injury STIHL recommends the use on a saw above at the end of kickback injury, if activated, in the cut. See the section on your instruction manual entitled "Chain Brake" and the section "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" at "Important Adjustments"). 14 MS 150...
Instruction Manual
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... identify the STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. Low Kickback Chain Some types of ANSI B 175.1-2000. WARNING For a properly balanced saw equipped with kickback. MS 150 TC WARNING Reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains do not prevent kickback, but may be used with the 45° computer derived kickback angle of § 5.11 of saw . Any chain saw and in...
... identify the STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. Low Kickback Chain Some types of ANSI B 175.1-2000. WARNING For a properly balanced saw equipped with kickback. MS 150 TC WARNING Reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains do not prevent kickback, but may be used with the 45° computer derived kickback angle of § 5.11 of saw . Any chain saw and in...
Instruction Manual
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... chain saw is not designed for these techniques when using other STIHL chain saw chains. English WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for limbing and bucking felled trees. Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in good condition. Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of control. For this reason this manual. Please refer to burst. Always start relieving cut (2) at compression side. WARNING Use the specified spark plug and make a warranty...
... chain saw is not designed for these techniques when using other STIHL chain saw chains. English WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for limbing and bucking felled trees. Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in good condition. Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of control. For this reason this manual. Please refer to burst. Always start relieving cut (2) at compression side. WARNING Use the specified spark plug and make a warranty...
Instruction Manual
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... nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each STIHL chain saw should be kept free of dirt, grease and other foreign matter which the saw chain brake incurs wear each time it is maintained in effective working order. For the proper and effective operation of the chain brake, the brake band and clutch drum must be returned to fire protection requirements. For these reasons, each use or operate gasoline-powered tools...
... nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each STIHL chain saw should be kept free of dirt, grease and other foreign matter which the saw chain brake incurs wear each time it is maintained in effective working order. For the proper and effective operation of the chain brake, the brake band and clutch drum must be returned to fire protection requirements. For these reasons, each use or operate gasoline-powered tools...
Instruction Manual
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... mixture in the canister before filling. At correct idle speed, the cutting tool should be kept tightly closed in order to limit the amount of moisture that are sitting in STIHL engines. This problem can be avoided by hand to exceed 3 months of empty mixing-oil containers only at the pump, first remove the container from your unit with incorrect idle adjustment. Do not use...
... mixture in the canister before filling. At correct idle speed, the cutting tool should be kept tightly closed in order to limit the amount of moisture that are sitting in STIHL engines. This problem can be avoided by hand to exceed 3 months of empty mixing-oil containers only at the pump, first remove the container from your unit with incorrect idle adjustment. Do not use...
Instruction Manual
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... the engine is probably flooded. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from the choke closed position (l) N Give the starter rope two pulls. After finishing work N Slacken off the chain if you did not move the Master Control lever from thermal overload. N Remove the spark plug - N Set the Master Control lever to Stop 0. During work . 30 MS 150 TC NOTICE Open the throttle only when the chain brake is off the bar. The drive links...
... the engine is probably flooded. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from the choke closed position (l) N Give the starter rope two pulls. After finishing work N Slacken off the chain if you did not move the Master Control lever from thermal overload. N Remove the spark plug - N Set the Master Control lever to Stop 0. During work . 30 MS 150 TC NOTICE Open the throttle only when the chain brake is off the bar. The drive links...
Instruction Manual
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... N Turn the twist lock 90° counterclockwise. N Check the spark arresting screen (not in all models, country-specific) in STIHL special cleaner (special accessory) or a clean, non-flammable solution (e.g. NOTICE Do not use a brush to clean the filter. Always replace a damaged filter. Standard setting A - carburation, ignition, timing and valve or port timing) without the addition of any major hardware. Different Standard Settings 3009BA010 KN N Remove the air filter upwards. High speed screw (H) = 3/4 - Low speed screw (L) = 1 Standard setting B - N Shut off the engine...
... N Turn the twist lock 90° counterclockwise. N Check the spark arresting screen (not in all models, country-specific) in STIHL special cleaner (special accessory) or a clean, non-flammable solution (e.g. NOTICE Do not use a brush to clean the filter. Always replace a damaged filter. Standard setting A - carburation, ignition, timing and valve or port timing) without the addition of any major hardware. Different Standard Settings 3009BA010 KN N Remove the air filter upwards. High speed screw (H) = 3/4 - Low speed screw (L) = 1 Standard setting B - N Shut off the engine...
Instruction Manual
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... MS 150 TC Checking the Spark Plug 2011BA029 KN 3006BA001 KN 000BA039 KN N Disengaging the Chain Brake A N Clean dirty spark plug. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of engine damage due to start or runs poorly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - Removing the Spark Plug 2 1 N Unscrew the nut (1) and remove the sprocket cover...
... MS 150 TC Checking the Spark Plug 2011BA029 KN 3006BA001 KN 000BA039 KN N Disengaging the Chain Brake A N Clean dirty spark plug. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of engine damage due to start or runs poorly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - Removing the Spark Plug 2 1 N Unscrew the nut (1) and remove the sprocket cover...
Instruction Manual
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..., use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. operating at part load. MS 150 TC 35 Rectify problems that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 1 1 N Take out the screws (1). reassembly all other parts in fuel mix, - Releasing Tension on Rewind Spring Always release tension on rewind spring before working on the rewind starter. Installing the spark plug N Install the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot (press it sideways. English Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring Removing the...
..., use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. operating at part load. MS 150 TC 35 Rectify problems that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 1 1 N Take out the screws (1). reassembly all other parts in fuel mix, - Releasing Tension on Rewind Spring Always release tension on rewind spring before working on the rewind starter. Installing the spark plug N Install the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot (press it sideways. English Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring Removing the...
Instruction Manual
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... saw chain. 10 Chain Brake A device to stop switch position. 4 Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of the engine. 5 Carburetor Adjusting Screws For tuning the carburetor. 6 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with the ignition lead. 7 Muffler (with Spark Arresting Screen) Muffler reduces engine exhaust noise and diverts exhaust gases away from touching the chain if it breaks or comes off the handlebar. Guide Bar Nose The exposed end of the guide bar. (not illustrated, see chapter "Tensioning the Saw Chain") Clutch Couples engine...
... saw chain. 10 Chain Brake A device to stop switch position. 4 Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of the engine. 5 Carburetor Adjusting Screws For tuning the carburetor. 6 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with the ignition lead. 7 Muffler (with Spark Arresting Screen) Muffler reduces engine exhaust noise and diverts exhaust gases away from touching the chain if it breaks or comes off the handlebar. Guide Bar Nose The exposed end of the guide bar. (not illustrated, see chapter "Tensioning the Saw Chain") Clutch Couples engine...
Instruction Manual
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... saw model, serial number as well as the part numbers of the guide bar and saw chain in the spaces provided. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw chain are subject to normal wear and tear. Original STIHL parts can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Model Serial number Guide bar part number Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in this manual...
... saw model, serial number as well as the part numbers of the guide bar and saw chain in the spaces provided. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw chain are subject to normal wear and tear. Original STIHL parts can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Model Serial number Guide bar part number Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in this manual...
Instruction Manual
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... it to fail to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. If any emissionrelated part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated free of sale to you warranty coverage if your small off -road equipment engine. You are responsible for the performance of all scheduled maintenance. MS 150 TC 49 In the U.S. EPA...
... it to fail to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. If any emissionrelated part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated free of sale to you warranty coverage if your small off -road equipment engine. You are responsible for the performance of all scheduled maintenance. MS 150 TC 49 In the U.S. EPA...
Instruction Manual
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... fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). STIHL Incorporated is liable for a component and the machine is defective. The following : 50 MS 150 TC Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) - Fuel Line Fittings - Fasteners Where to make a Claim for that a warranted part is purchased by STIHL Incorporated at 1-800-4678445 or you can write to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any...
... fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). STIHL Incorporated is liable for a component and the machine is defective. The following : 50 MS 150 TC Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) - Fuel Line Fittings - Fasteners Where to make a Claim for that a warranted part is purchased by STIHL Incorporated at 1-800-4678445 or you can write to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any...
Instruction Manual
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... be provided at no cost to the effect of "repair or replace as required maintenance in such written instructions to the owner. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at the time of sale, to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective, provided that is defective. Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part may not be used for 52 MS 150 TC
... be provided at no cost to the effect of "repair or replace as required maintenance in such written instructions to the owner. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at the time of sale, to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective, provided that is defective. Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part may not be used for 52 MS 150 TC