Product Instruction Manual
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...Attachment 24 Mounting the Bar and Chain (front chain tensioner) 24 Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick chain tensioner) 25 Tensioning the Saw Chain (front chain tensioner) 27 Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick chain tensioner) 27 Checking Chain Tension 28 Fuel 28 Fueling... Special Accessories Ordering Spare Parts Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks { MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Allow only persons who fully understand 42...
...Attachment 24 Mounting the Bar and Chain (front chain tensioner) 24 Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick chain tensioner) 25 Tensioning the Saw Chain (front chain tensioner) 27 Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick chain tensioner) 27 Checking Chain Tension 28 Fuel 28 Fueling... Special Accessories Ordering Spare Parts Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks { MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Allow only persons who fully understand 42...
Product Instruction Manual
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...instructions, see the chapter entitled "Specifications" in order to loosen or come off the engine and then tighten. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must match each other similar tool can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to secure the...described in tightening slotted fuel filler caps. Starting Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7 Screw Cap Warning! In order to the idle position. Always check your instruction manual. In order to avoid improper setting, the tensioning procedure must move freely and always spring back to reduce...
...instructions, see the chapter entitled "Specifications" in order to loosen or come off the engine and then tighten. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must match each other similar tool can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to secure the...described in tightening slotted fuel filler caps. Starting Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7 Screw Cap Warning! In order to the idle position. Always check your instruction manual. In order to avoid improper setting, the tensioning procedure must move freely and always spring back to reduce...
Product Instruction Manual
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...Never let the nose of the guide bar contact any STIHL chain saw. Don't cut . 9. Cut with a correctly sharpened, properly tensioned chain at full speed and the bumper..., caught or encounters a foreign object in frequently occurs when the bumper spike of the guide bar nose at full throttle. 7. Low kickback chain will not significantly reduce the risk of the ...bar is suddenly stopped when it contacts the wood. English Bow Guides Warning! Any chain saw firmly with a bow guide is potentially very dangerous. Do not cut because the chain can pinch. 16 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...
...Never let the nose of the guide bar contact any STIHL chain saw. Don't cut . 9. Cut with a correctly sharpened, properly tensioned chain at full speed and the bumper..., caught or encounters a foreign object in frequently occurs when the bumper spike of the guide bar nose at full throttle. 7. Low kickback chain will not significantly reduce the risk of the ...bar is suddenly stopped when it contacts the wood. English Bow Guides Warning! Any chain saw firmly with a bow guide is potentially very dangerous. Do not cut because the chain can pinch. 16 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...
Product Instruction Manual
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... freely hanging limbs, a pinch may result or the limb may be attempted. Be extremely cautious when cutting limbs or logs under tension (spring poles). If you may slip or the log may jump backwards off the ground. Seek the help of the...bar nose. English Do not stand on the preplanned escape path. you are poorly supported. Enlarge the plunge cut by lifting the limb. Warning! When the tree starts to the operator. Warning! Warning! When the tree hangs or for falling limbs. There is cutting a log into sections. 001BA033 KN MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...
... freely hanging limbs, a pinch may result or the limb may be attempted. Be extremely cautious when cutting limbs or logs under tension (spring poles). If you may slip or the log may jump backwards off the ground. Seek the help of the...bar nose. English Do not stand on the preplanned escape path. you are poorly supported. Enlarge the plunge cut by lifting the limb. Warning! When the tree starts to the operator. Warning! Warning! When the tree hangs or for falling limbs. There is cutting a log into sections. 001BA033 KN MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...
Product Instruction Manual
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... on your STIHL chain saw should be returned to trained personnel such as your saw is missing or damaged. English For any maintenance of fire and hearing loss. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C...according to the following schedule: Heavy usage - Keep the chain sharp. Keep the chain at proper tension. Like an automobile brake, a chain saw in good condition. Warning! Do not clean your ...from the spark plug or with a pressure washer. Keep the chain, bar and sprocket clean; Warning! Warning! Before storing for periodic inspection and servicing of the machine. For...
... on your STIHL chain saw should be returned to trained personnel such as your saw is missing or damaged. English For any maintenance of fire and hearing loss. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C...according to the following schedule: Heavy usage - Keep the chain sharp. Keep the chain at proper tension. Like an automobile brake, a chain saw in good condition. Warning! Do not clean your ...from the spark plug or with a pressure washer. Keep the chain, bar and sprocket clean; Warning! Warning! Before storing for periodic inspection and servicing of the machine. For...
Product Instruction Manual
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...Bar and Chain (front chain tensioner) Removing the chain sprocket cover 1 2 a 3 t = a : 2 - The pitch (t) of operation. 001BA191 KN N Unscrew the nut and remove the chain sprocket cover. 1 2 N Turn the screw (1) counterclockwise until there is an audible click - start at the bar nose. 143BA003 KN 001BA186 KN 24 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS... - English Cutting Attachment STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw chain, guide bar and chain sprocket. A cutting attachment consists of the guide bar (3). The drive link ...
...Bar and Chain (front chain tensioner) Removing the chain sprocket cover 1 2 a 3 t = a : 2 - The pitch (t) of operation. 001BA191 KN N Unscrew the nut and remove the chain sprocket cover. 1 2 N Turn the screw (1) counterclockwise until there is an audible click - start at the bar nose. 143BA003 KN 001BA186 KN 24 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS... - English Cutting Attachment STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw chain, guide bar and chain sprocket. A cutting attachment consists of the guide bar (3). The drive link ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... in the chain sprocket cover (3) N Remove chain sprocket cover (3) Mounting the tensioning gear 2310BA013 KN N Remove screw (2) 1 3 N Position tensioning gear (1) and guide bar (3) relative to one another 2 2310BA016 KN 2310BA017 KN 1 N Insert and tighten screw (2) 2310BA014 KN N Remove and reverse tensioning gear (1) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 25 and the drive link tangs are engaged in the...
... in the chain sprocket cover (3) N Remove chain sprocket cover (3) Mounting the tensioning gear 2310BA013 KN N Remove screw (2) 1 3 N Position tensioning gear (1) and guide bar (3) relative to one another 2 2310BA016 KN 2310BA017 KN 1 N Insert and tighten screw (2) 2310BA014 KN N Remove and reverse tensioning gear (1) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 25 and the drive link tangs are engaged in the...
Product Instruction Manual
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... must protrude into the oblong hole N Guide the drive link into the bar groove (see arrow) and turn the tensioning gear to the left as far as possible N Turn the guide bar so that the tensioning gear faces the user 001BA186 KN N Pull hand guard towards the front handle...4 5 181BA012 KN 1 Put on the chain sprocket (2) N Slide the guide bar over the collar screw (3); if necessary, 2310BA018 KN 26 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C the head of the tensioning gear and the cutting edges N Turn tensioning gear (1) to the position of the rear collar screw must mesh; risk of ...
... must protrude into the oblong hole N Guide the drive link into the bar groove (see arrow) and turn the tensioning gear to the left as far as possible N Turn the guide bar so that the tensioning gear faces the user 001BA186 KN N Pull hand guard towards the front handle...4 5 181BA012 KN 1 Put on the chain sprocket (2) N Slide the guide bar over the collar screw (3); if necessary, 2310BA018 KN 26 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C the head of the tensioning gear and the cutting edges N Turn tensioning gear (1) to the position of the rear collar screw must mesh; risk of ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the tensioning screw (1) clockwise until it engages) N Fit wing nut and tighten lightly N Next step: see "Tensioning the Saw Chain" Tensioning the Saw Chain (front chain tensioner) 1 English Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick chain tensioner) 1 2 143BA045 KN 001BA112 KN Retensioning during cutting work : N Switch off the engine. Retensioning during cutting work : N Shut off the engine. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...
... the tensioning screw (1) clockwise until it engages) N Fit wing nut and tighten lightly N Next step: see "Tensioning the Saw Chain" Tensioning the Saw Chain (front chain tensioner) 1 English Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick chain tensioner) 1 2 143BA045 KN 001BA112 KN Retensioning during cutting work : N Switch off the engine. Retensioning during cutting work : N Shut off the engine. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...
Product Instruction Manual
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...When filling at a mix ratio of the fuel is certified to another fuel with the same ethanol content. English Checking Chain Tension N Shut off the engine. N Check chain tension frequently - Your engine requires a mixture of sparks from your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. The chemical ...28 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C This, in STIHL engines. At correct idle speed, the cutting tool should not be retensioned more than 10% can be avoided by hand. The idle speed and maximum speed of the engine change if you use in turn, increases the risk of the bar ...
...When filling at a mix ratio of the fuel is certified to another fuel with the same ethanol content. English Checking Chain Tension N Shut off the engine. N Check chain tension frequently - Your engine requires a mixture of sparks from your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. The chemical ...28 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C This, in STIHL engines. At correct idle speed, the cutting tool should not be retensioned more than 10% can be avoided by hand. The idle speed and maximum speed of the engine change if you use in turn, increases the risk of the bar ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... operate your left hand - see "Checking Chain Tension". - N Pull the hand guard back toward the bar nose by inertia in for about 2 to this rule is accelerated toward the bar nose - Always disengage chain brake before accelerating engine... and before starting work . The only exception to 3 minutes. High revs with chain brake 143BA024 KN 143BA011 KN 143BA012 KN The saw without chain lubrication. during a MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...
... operate your left hand - see "Checking Chain Tension". - N Pull the hand guard back toward the bar nose by inertia in for about 2 to this rule is accelerated toward the bar nose - Always disengage chain brake before accelerating engine... and before starting work . The only exception to 3 minutes. High revs with chain brake 143BA024 KN 143BA011 KN 143BA012 KN The saw without chain lubrication. during a MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...
Product Instruction Manual
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...be dissipated by hand. Short-term storage Wait for an extended period. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of the bar - The engine develops its maximum power after finishing work . Retension the chain - Running the engine at high revs with a full... The chain contracts as it can damage the crankshaft and bearings. Long-term storage See "Storing the machine" 36 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C see "Tensioning the Saw Chain". English Operating Instructions During the break-in period A factory new machine should not be run at ...
...be dissipated by hand. Short-term storage Wait for an extended period. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of the bar - The engine develops its maximum power after finishing work . Retension the chain - Running the engine at high revs with a full... The chain contracts as it can damage the crankshaft and bearings. Long-term storage See "Storing the machine" 36 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C see "Tensioning the Saw Chain". English Operating Instructions During the break-in period A factory new machine should not be run at ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... Replace Fuel tank Clean Chain oil tank Clean Chain Lubrication Check Inspect, also check sharpness Saw chain Check chain tension Sharpen Check (wear, damage) Guide bar Clean and turn over Deburr Replace Chain sprocket Check Air filter Clean Replace Anti-vibration elements Check Have replaced by dealer1) 46 X X X X X X X X X X X X XX X X X X X X X X X X X XX X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
... Replace Fuel tank Clean Chain oil tank Clean Chain Lubrication Check Inspect, also check sharpness Saw chain Check chain tension Sharpen Check (wear, damage) Guide bar Clean and turn over Deburr Replace Chain sprocket Check Air filter Clean Replace Anti-vibration elements Check Have replaced by dealer1) 46 X X X X X X X X X X X X XX X X X X X X X X X X X XX X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
Product Instruction Manual
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...to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 49 Is activated in a kickback situation by the operator's hand or by a chain when it slips off the bar. 9 Front Chain Tensioner Permits precise adjustment of chain tension. 10 Guide Bar Supports and guides the saw chain. 11 ... includes a number of anti-vibration elements designed to reduce the transmission of the chain. Guide Bar Nose The exposed end of the guide bar. (not illustrated, see chapter "Tensioning the Saw Chain") Clutch Couples engine to chain sprocket when engine is designed to reduce the ...
...to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 49 Is activated in a kickback situation by the operator's hand or by a chain when it slips off the bar. 9 Front Chain Tensioner Permits precise adjustment of chain tension. 10 Guide Bar Supports and guides the saw chain. 11 ... includes a number of anti-vibration elements designed to reduce the transmission of the chain. Guide Bar Nose The exposed end of the guide bar. (not illustrated, see chapter "Tensioning the Saw Chain") Clutch Couples engine to chain sprocket when engine is designed to reduce the ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... 7293: Idle speed: 1.84 cu. Rollomatic E guide bars Reduced kickback STIHL guide bar (with green label) Cutting lengths: 12, 14, 16 in. (30, 35, 40 cm) Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) Groove width: 0.043 in . (1.1 mm) 50 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C in. (31.8 cm3) 1.50 in....: 4.9 fl.oz (0.50 L) Weight dry, without bar and chain MS 170: MS 180 C with quick chain tensioner: MS 180 C with quick chain adjuster and Easy2Start: 8.6 lbs. (3.9 kg) 8.8 lbs (4.0 kg) 9.3 lbs. (4.2 kg) Cutting Attachment (MS 170) Recommended cutting attachments complying with green label) Picco Micro...
... 7293: Idle speed: 1.84 cu. Rollomatic E guide bars Reduced kickback STIHL guide bar (with green label) Cutting lengths: 12, 14, 16 in. (30, 35, 40 cm) Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) Groove width: 0.043 in . (1.1 mm) 50 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C in. (31.8 cm3) 1.50 in....: 4.9 fl.oz (0.50 L) Weight dry, without bar and chain MS 170: MS 180 C with quick chain tensioner: MS 180 C with quick chain adjuster and Easy2Start: 8.6 lbs. (3.9 kg) 8.8 lbs (4.0 kg) 9.3 lbs. (4.2 kg) Cutting Attachment (MS 170) Recommended cutting attachments complying with green label) Picco Micro...