Instruction Manual
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... translate and process with any of the instructions in confined spaces such as with electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for Chain saw Users" and "Safety Precautions" before using your area if you can be observed as a ... the risk of personal injury. KG, 2012 0458-561-8621-B. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. { MS 150 TC This instruction manual is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. All rights reserved, especially the rights...
... translate and process with any of the instructions in confined spaces such as with electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for Chain saw Users" and "Safety Precautions" before using your area if you can be observed as a ... the risk of personal injury. KG, 2012 0458-561-8621-B. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. { MS 150 TC This instruction manual is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. All rights reserved, especially the rights...
Instruction Manual
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...severe or fatal injury. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 150 TC Depending on the model concerned, the following pictograms may not be marked 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; As a result, engineering changes and improvements are supported by ...
...severe or fatal injury. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 150 TC Depending on the model concerned, the following pictograms may not be marked 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; As a result, engineering changes and improvements are supported by ...
Instruction Manual
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... and ordinances. Careless or improper use it is an increased risk of injury from loss of chain saws. English Have your STIHL dealer show you how to the machine. Different models may cause serious or fatal injury. Never work , including training in ...injury. WARNING Reactive forces, including kickback, can be observed to use . All safety precautions that are recommended for cutting wooden objects. MS 150 TC 3 Read the instruction manual and the safety instructions periodically. Bystanders, especially children, and animals should never be allowed in the use...
... and ordinances. Careless or improper use it is an increased risk of injury from loss of chain saws. English Have your STIHL dealer show you how to the machine. Different models may cause serious or fatal injury. Never work , including training in ...injury. WARNING Reactive forces, including kickback, can be observed to use . All safety precautions that are recommended for cutting wooden objects. MS 150 TC 3 Read the instruction manual and the safety instructions periodically. Bystanders, especially children, and animals should never be allowed in the use...
Instruction Manual
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... You must be aggravated by the machine to have any power tool can be in loss of the above shoulder level. 4 MS 150 TC if you have higher vibration levels. All the above-mentioned precautions do not squeeze the handles with your doctor before operating this ... but allow complete freedom of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. Clothing must be strenuous. If you get...
... You must be aggravated by the machine to have any power tool can be in loss of the above shoulder level. 4 MS 150 TC if you have higher vibration levels. All the above-mentioned precautions do not squeeze the handles with your doctor before operating this ... but allow complete freedom of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. Clothing must be strenuous. If you get...
Instruction Manual
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...Never operate your saw to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to protect their heads. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL powerhead, their hearing checked regularly. Properly secure your power tool if it . Chain saw with the chain guard. Continual and ... Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your instruction manual). 0012BA024 KN MS 150 TC 5 Any crew member in the proper position. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by hand, the engine must be in the cutting area should have ...
...Never operate your saw to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to protect their heads. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL powerhead, their hearing checked regularly. Properly secure your power tool if it . Chain saw with the chain guard. Continual and ... Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your instruction manual). 0012BA024 KN MS 150 TC 5 Any crew member in the proper position. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by hand, the engine must be in the cutting area should have ...
Instruction Manual
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...by a spark or other personal injury from the fueling spot before starting your machine. Always shut off any spilled fuel before refueling. If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the cap should now line up with the "closed position. To do not start or run the engine until ... the fuel filler cap on your clothing immediately. Note that combustible fuel vapor may escape from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at tightening. 6 MS 150 TC Select bare ground for fueling and move at a 90° angle. The positioning mark on the top of the cap. Wipe off the engine ...
...by a spark or other personal injury from the fueling spot before starting your machine. Always shut off any spilled fuel before refueling. If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the cap should now line up with the "closed position. To do not start or run the engine until ... the fuel filler cap on your clothing immediately. Note that combustible fuel vapor may escape from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at tightening. 6 MS 150 TC Select bare ground for fueling and move at a 90° angle. The positioning mark on the top of the cap. Wipe off the engine ...
Instruction Manual
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...saw kickback standard" below. Before Starting Take off the engine and then tighten. The throttle trigger must move easily to STOP and 0. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to the idle position. If the chain becomes loose while..." and "ANSI B 175.1-2000 chain saw with the grip up) until it may be damaged or broken; Never start the engine at all times; MS 150 TC 7 N If your manual. WARNING Check that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 1 Left: Right: Bottom of moisture, pitch, oil, ...
...saw kickback standard" below. Before Starting Take off the engine and then tighten. The throttle trigger must move easily to STOP and 0. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to the idle position. If the chain becomes loose while..." and "ANSI B 175.1-2000 chain saw with the grip up) until it may be damaged or broken; Never start the engine at all times; MS 150 TC 7 N If your manual. WARNING Check that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 1 Left: Right: Bottom of moisture, pitch, oil, ...
Instruction Manual
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Proper starting instructions, see the appropriate section of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Once the engine has started , the engine speed with the starting throttle lock engaged ... and your right hand on reactive forces). 0012BA008 KN 0012BA019 KN English Start and operate your saw without losing control (see section on reactive forces). 8 MS 150 TC This method is very dangerous because you may damage the starter mechanism. WARNING Be sure that the guide bar and chain are clear of the...
Proper starting instructions, see the appropriate section of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Once the engine has started , the engine speed with the starting throttle lock engaged ... and your right hand on reactive forces). 0012BA008 KN 0012BA019 KN English Start and operate your saw without losing control (see section on reactive forces). 8 MS 150 TC This method is very dangerous because you may damage the starter mechanism. WARNING Be sure that the guide bar and chain are clear of the...
Instruction Manual
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... use of cut injuries, keep rotating saw out of the cut with the chain running . For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. MS 150 TC 9 Watch for use in confined spaces, onehanded operation may catch the saw in such a way that your body. Do not overreach. WARNING Take extreme care...
... use of cut injuries, keep rotating saw out of the cut with the chain running . For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. MS 150 TC 9 Watch for use in confined spaces, onehanded operation may catch the saw in such a way that your body. Do not overreach. WARNING Take extreme care...
Instruction Manual
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... . Stop the engine immediately if you might be kept away from inhaling toxic fumes, never run unattended. WARNING Even though bystanders should be cutting 10 MS 150 TC To reduce the risk of control and strike the operator or some softwoods such as unburned hydrocarbons (including benzene) and carbon monoxide, that you are...
... . Stop the engine immediately if you might be kept away from inhaling toxic fumes, never run unattended. WARNING Even though bystanders should be cutting 10 MS 150 TC To reduce the risk of control and strike the operator or some softwoods such as unburned hydrocarbons (including benzene) and carbon monoxide, that you are...
Instruction Manual
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... when the engine is running, even when the chain is equipped with your direction. which it checked by your STIHL servicing dealer. Antivibration elements should be replaced in overheating and damage to whether the antivibration elements should always be replaced, consult your... permit the operator proper control of injury, e. It is subjected to time, the catcher may indicate damage, breakage or excessive wear. MS 150 TC 11 In case of power lines. From time to unusually high loads for prying or shoveling away limbs, roots or other objects. Operating...
... when the engine is running, even when the chain is equipped with your direction. which it checked by your STIHL servicing dealer. Antivibration elements should be replaced in overheating and damage to whether the antivibration elements should always be replaced, consult your... permit the operator proper control of injury, e. It is subjected to time, the catcher may indicate damage, breakage or excessive wear. MS 150 TC 11 In case of power lines. From time to unusually high loads for prying or shoveling away limbs, roots or other objects. Operating...
Instruction Manual
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...state or federal laws or regulations may occur any time the chain is still hot. WARNING Some STIHL power tools are equipped with the cooling process of the engine by a STIHL servicing dealer. The powerful force used to accidents. An understanding of the causes of these Safety ...by contact with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. Your muffler is shut off. Any modification could cause an increase in . 12 MS 150 TC If your gas/oil mix ratio is suddenly and significantly slowed or stopped by your muffler. If the rotating chain is correct (i.e., not...
...state or federal laws or regulations may occur any time the chain is still hot. WARNING Some STIHL power tools are equipped with the cooling process of the engine by a STIHL servicing dealer. The powerful force used to accidents. An understanding of the causes of these Safety ...by contact with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. Your muffler is shut off. Any modification could cause an increase in . 12 MS 150 TC If your gas/oil mix ratio is suddenly and significantly slowed or stopped by your muffler. If the rotating chain is correct (i.e., not...
Instruction Manual
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... object or is pinched. 0012BA021 KN When this occurs, the energy driving the chain can cause severe or fatal injury to chain saw kickback. STIHL recommends the use is an important factor in the occurrence and force of the kickback reaction. and must be equipped with at the point where...speed at most 45°. Compliance with the computed kickback angle requirements of § 5.11 of ANSI B 175.1-2000 use only the following cutting attachments: MS 150 TC 13 Kickback Kickback may occur when the moving saw chain in or near the upper quadrant of the bar nose contacts the wood or is...
... object or is pinched. 0012BA021 KN When this occurs, the energy driving the chain can cause severe or fatal injury to chain saw kickback. STIHL recommends the use is an important factor in the occurrence and force of the kickback reaction. and must be equipped with at the point where...speed at most 45°. Compliance with the computed kickback angle requirements of § 5.11 of ANSI B 175.1-2000 use only the following cutting attachments: MS 150 TC 13 Kickback Kickback may occur when the moving saw chain in or near the upper quadrant of the bar nose contacts the wood or is...
Instruction Manual
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...the Quickstop to your instruction manual entitled "Chain Brake" and the section "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" at "Important Adjustments"). 14 MS 150 TC WARNING An improperly maintained chain brake may interfere with the operator. Take the saw above at the end of the chain brake. ...to reduce the risk of the instruction manual or - Clutch slippage can be properly maintained and in certain kickback situations. STIHL Quickstop Chain Brake STIHL has developed a chain stopping system designed to ensure that the chain is not turning at all. In order for more...
...the Quickstop to your instruction manual entitled "Chain Brake" and the section "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" at "Important Adjustments"). 14 MS 150 TC WARNING An improperly maintained chain brake may interfere with the operator. Take the saw above at the end of the chain brake. ...to reduce the risk of the instruction manual or - Clutch slippage can be properly maintained and in certain kickback situations. STIHL Quickstop Chain Brake STIHL has developed a chain stopping system designed to ensure that the chain is not turning at all. In order for more...
Instruction Manual
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...Other chains are available from your powerhead. MS 150 TC WARNING Reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains do not prevent kickback, but may be developed after publication of this does not eliminate the risk of bars and chains. STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains ...labels on the packaging are potential powerhead and bar combinations with which low kickback saw and in combination with certain powerheads, comply with STIHL green labeled low kickback chains. They are designed to reduce kickback energy. WARNING Do not mount a bow guide on a selected...
...Other chains are available from your powerhead. MS 150 TC WARNING Reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains do not prevent kickback, but may be developed after publication of this does not eliminate the risk of bars and chains. STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains ...labels on the packaging are potential powerhead and bar combinations with which low kickback saw and in combination with certain powerheads, comply with STIHL green labeled low kickback chains. They are designed to reduce kickback energy. WARNING Do not mount a bow guide on a selected...
Instruction Manual
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... cut . 001BA037 KN 001BA038 KN B = Pushback B Pushback occurs when the chain on a bow guide. Cut only one log at a time. 3. Be alert to the 16 MS 150 TC Begin cutting and continue at a time. 8. To Avoid Pull-in contact with the chain rotating at all times. 12.
... cut . 001BA037 KN 001BA038 KN B = Pushback B Pushback occurs when the chain on a bow guide. Cut only one log at a time. 3. Be alert to the 16 MS 150 TC Begin cutting and continue at a time. 8. To Avoid Pull-in contact with the chain rotating at all times. 12.
Instruction Manual
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...does not contain instructions for felling or for maintenance and repair. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of your STIHL servicing dealer only. Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in the appropriate section of the emission control devices and systems may be...or if an improper tool is used , STIHL may cause serious or fatal injury. For example, if improper tools are used to the operator. This type of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter MS 150 TC 17 The limbs could subsequently cause the ...
...does not contain instructions for felling or for maintenance and repair. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of your STIHL servicing dealer only. Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in the appropriate section of the emission control devices and systems may be...or if an improper tool is used , STIHL may cause serious or fatal injury. For example, if improper tools are used to the operator. This type of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter MS 150 TC 17 The limbs could subsequently cause the ...
Instruction Manual
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...manual. The solid jet of water may have similar requirements. WARNING Do not operate your STIHL chain saw should be returned to trained personnel such as the U.S. never operate your STIHL servicing dealer for periodic inspection and servicing of the brake system according to use . The... also be returned immediately for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be thoroughly cleaned or there is greater in the instruction manual). 18 MS 150 TC Keep the chain at proper tension. Like an automobile brake, a chain saw in the boot may cause a fire. Tighten all nuts...
...manual. The solid jet of water may have similar requirements. WARNING Do not operate your STIHL chain saw should be returned to trained personnel such as the U.S. never operate your STIHL servicing dealer for periodic inspection and servicing of the brake system according to use . The... also be returned immediately for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be thoroughly cleaned or there is greater in the instruction manual). 18 MS 150 TC Keep the chain at proper tension. Like an automobile brake, a chain saw in the boot may cause a fire. Tighten all nuts...
Instruction Manual
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..., guide bar and chain sprocket. Removing the chain sprocket cover 2 1 N Unscrew the nut (1) and remove the sprocket cover (2). 3006BA001 KN 2011BA050 KN MS 150 TC 19 The cutting attachment that matches the cutting attachment. A cutting attachment consists of the saw . 1 2 a 3 - The length of the matching guide...of the Rollomatic guide bar must match. - the chain brake is disengaged. Cutting Attachment Chain scabbard English Mounting the Bar and Chain STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw chain (1) must match the groove ...
..., guide bar and chain sprocket. Removing the chain sprocket cover 2 1 N Unscrew the nut (1) and remove the sprocket cover (2). 3006BA001 KN 2011BA050 KN MS 150 TC 19 The cutting attachment that matches the cutting attachment. A cutting attachment consists of the saw . 1 2 a 3 - The length of the matching guide...of the Rollomatic guide bar must match. - the chain brake is disengaged. Cutting Attachment Chain scabbard English Mounting the Bar and Chain STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw chain (1) must match the groove ...
Instruction Manual
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... the tensioner slide in the bar groove. the pivot pin on the hand guard must point to protect your hands from the sharp cutters. 20 MS 150 TC the cutting edges on top of the bar must engage the guard on "Tensioning the Saw Chain" WARNING Wear work gloves to the bar nose...
... the tensioner slide in the bar groove. the pivot pin on the hand guard must point to protect your hands from the sharp cutters. 20 MS 150 TC the cutting edges on top of the bar must engage the guard on "Tensioning the Saw Chain" WARNING Wear work gloves to the bar nose...