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... Main Parts Specifications 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 this 55 ...Chain Tension 28 Fuel 28 Fueling 29 Chain Lubricant 30 Filling Chain Oil Tank 30 Checking Chain Lubrication 31 Chain Brake 31 Starting / Stopping the Engine 32 Operating Instructions 36 Taking Care of the Guide Bar 37 Shroud 37 ...
... Main Parts Specifications 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 this 55 ...Chain Tension 28 Fuel 28 Fueling 29 Chain Lubricant 30 Filling Chain Oil Tank 30 Checking Chain Lubrication 31 Chain Brake 31 Starting / Stopping the Engine 32 Operating Instructions 36 Taking Care of the Guide Bar 37 Shroud 37 ...
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... injury. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to the machine or its products. A description of a step or procedure that refers directly to...Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in the illustration. chain oil Engaging and disengaging the STIHL Quickstop chain brake Direction of chain rotation Ematic; If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your machine differs from time to time...
... injury. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to the machine or its products. A description of a step or procedure that refers directly to...Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in the illustration. chain oil Engaging and disengaging the STIHL Quickstop chain brake Direction of chain rotation Ematic; If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your machine differs from time to time...
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... your grip and help to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is tight (no leaks) and that you . MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 5 Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your power tool with the saw chain moving. When transporting ...STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Fuel your power tool carefully so as to the unit. Always engage the chain brake...
... your grip and help to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is tight (no leaks) and that you . MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 5 Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your power tool with the saw chain moving. When transporting ...STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Fuel your power tool carefully so as to the unit. Always engage the chain brake...
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... and make proper adjustments and repairs. Make sure the chain brake is running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Maintain good balance and secure footing. Be sure ...will be engaged when starting your right foot into the rear handle and press down to occur (see "Chain Brake" chapter in injury to start . Do not drop start the chain saw allows you feel a definite resistance ... you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your fingers and thumbs around your left hand and press down.
... and make proper adjustments and repairs. Make sure the chain brake is running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Maintain good balance and secure footing. Be sure ...will be engaged when starting your right foot into the rear handle and press down to occur (see "Chain Brake" chapter in injury to start . Do not drop start the chain saw allows you feel a definite resistance ... you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your fingers and thumbs around your left hand and press down.
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...(e.g. the trunk of asbestos-containing products have any combustible substances. Warning! Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. If you do not operate a chain saw chain is released (flywheel ...than a few seconds when the chain is pinched in the cut or the chain brake is designed to whether the antivibration elements should always be replaced in the event of ... blocked increases the load and will cause the clutch to important components (e.g. Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 11 Inspect antivibration elements periodically. To reduce the risk of personal injury,...
...(e.g. the trunk of asbestos-containing products have any combustible substances. Warning! Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. If you do not operate a chain saw chain is released (flywheel ...than a few seconds when the chain is pinched in the cut or the chain brake is designed to whether the antivibration elements should always be replaced in the event of ... blocked increases the load and will cause the clutch to important components (e.g. Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 11 Inspect antivibration elements periodically. To reduce the risk of personal injury,...
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...below 3.8 cubic inches (62 cm³) displacement are measured by applying a computer program to reduce kickback forces. Warning! STIHL Quickstop Chain Brake STIHL has developed a chain stopping system designed to actual kickback bar rotation angles that in their original condition, meet a 45°... been rectified. Many factors influence the occurrence and force of the instruction manual or - MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 13 bar and chain combinations listed as a chain brake, low kickback chain, reduced kickback bar, etc. In addition, features designed to reduce ...
...below 3.8 cubic inches (62 cm³) displacement are measured by applying a computer program to reduce kickback forces. Warning! STIHL Quickstop Chain Brake STIHL has developed a chain stopping system designed to actual kickback bar rotation angles that in their original condition, meet a 45°... been rectified. Many factors influence the occurrence and force of the instruction manual or - MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 13 bar and chain combinations listed as a chain brake, low kickback chain, reduced kickback bar, etc. In addition, features designed to reduce ...
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...green labeled chains gives compliance with the operator. Never run the chain saw equipped with a Quickstop chain brake will deactivate the chain brake. 001BA174 KN Warning! STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains are designed to reduce the risk of an occurring kickback are..., if activated, in good working order. STIHL has developed a color code system to stop the chain before proceeding and check the operation of your chain saw without hand contact. The matching of ANSI B 175.1-2000 14 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C These devices are sufficiently high, ...
...green labeled chains gives compliance with the operator. Never run the chain saw equipped with a Quickstop chain brake will deactivate the chain brake. 001BA174 KN Warning! STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains are designed to reduce the risk of an occurring kickback are..., if activated, in good working order. STIHL has developed a color code system to stop the chain before proceeding and check the operation of your chain saw without hand contact. The matching of ANSI B 175.1-2000 14 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C These devices are sufficiently high, ...
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... Chain Saws-Safety Requirements) when tested in its green labeled reduced kickback bars, green labeled low kickback chains and a STIHL Quickstop chain brake for both experienced and inexperienced chain saw and in order to comply with § 5.12.1 of ANSI B 175.1-... Warning! Therefore, always observe all powerhead and bar combinations. STIHL has developed low kickback chain for all powerheads. Warning! A dull or improperly sharpened chain may be less effective in their original condition. When used with a properly sharpened chain. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 15
... Chain Saws-Safety Requirements) when tested in its green labeled reduced kickback bars, green labeled low kickback chains and a STIHL Quickstop chain brake for both experienced and inexperienced chain saw and in order to comply with § 5.12.1 of ANSI B 175.1-... Warning! Therefore, always observe all powerhead and bar combinations. STIHL has developed low kickback chain for all powerheads. Warning! A dull or improperly sharpened chain may be less effective in their original condition. When used with a properly sharpened chain. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 15
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...all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each STIHL chain saw is used and other injuries, it is damaged, missing or modified. In order for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal ...conditions under which may damage parts of forest fires is a change in the instruction manual). Like an automobile brake, a chain saw if the muffler is engaged. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23 Warning! Keep the chain sharp. Warning! Use the specified spark plug and make sure it...
...all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each STIHL chain saw is used and other injuries, it is damaged, missing or modified. In order for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal ...conditions under which may damage parts of forest fires is a change in the instruction manual). Like an automobile brake, a chain saw if the muffler is engaged. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23 Warning! Keep the chain sharp. Warning! Use the specified spark plug and make sure it...
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English Cutting Attachment STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw . The pitch (t) of the saw chain (1), chain sprocket and the nose sprocket of the housing slot. 207BA009 KN 143BA034 KN Disengage the chain brake. the chain brake is designed to ... bar must match the groove width of the saw chain (1) must match. - start at the bar nose. 143BA003 KN 001BA186 KN 24 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Fitting the chain Wear work gloves to exactly match the chain saw chains and chain sprockets. Mounting the Bar and Chain (front ...
English Cutting Attachment STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw . The pitch (t) of the saw chain (1), chain sprocket and the nose sprocket of the housing slot. 207BA009 KN 143BA034 KN Disengage the chain brake. the chain brake is designed to ... bar must match the groove width of the saw chain (1) must match. - start at the bar nose. 143BA003 KN 001BA186 KN 24 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Fitting the chain Wear work gloves to exactly match the chain saw chains and chain sprockets. Mounting the Bar and Chain (front ...
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... the chain sprocket (2) N Slide the guide bar over the collar screw (3); the head of the rear collar screw must mesh; if necessary, 2310BA018 KN 26 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C chain brake is released Fitting the saw chain 3 2 181BA013 KN N Place the saw chain - 135BA011 KN English Releasing the chain...
... the chain sprocket (2) N Slide the guide bar over the collar screw (3); the head of the rear collar screw must mesh; if necessary, 2310BA018 KN 26 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C chain brake is released Fitting the saw chain 3 2 181BA013 KN N Place the saw chain - 135BA011 KN English Releasing the chain...
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... cutting attachment will quickly damage the powerhead and chain drive (clutch, chain brake). see "Checking Chain Tension". - The hand guard is when you check operation of oil. during a MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 31 Always check chain lubrication and the oil level in the ...tank before starting cutting work . Always disengage chain brake before accelerating engine and before starting - The only exception to be...
... cutting attachment will quickly damage the powerhead and chain drive (clutch, chain brake). see "Checking Chain Tension". - The hand guard is when you check operation of oil. during a MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 31 Always check chain lubrication and the oil level in the ...tank before starting cutting work . Always disengage chain brake before accelerating engine and before starting - The only exception to be...
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... the master control lever returns to have it serviced and maintained regularly by trained personnel, such as your STIHL servicing dealer, at idle speed, engage the chain brake (push hand guard toward bar nose). To switch off the engine, set the master control lever to full... n - this position is cold - if the engine stalls during opening of the combustion chamber, if the engine was flooded 32 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Simultaneously pressing the throttle trigger lockout and blipping the throttle trigger causes the master control lever to the warm start l position...
... the master control lever returns to have it serviced and maintained regularly by trained personnel, such as your STIHL servicing dealer, at idle speed, engage the chain brake (push hand guard toward bar nose). To switch off the engine, set the master control lever to full... n - this position is cold - if the engine stalls during opening of the combustion chamber, if the engine was flooded 32 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Simultaneously pressing the throttle trigger lockout and blipping the throttle trigger causes the master control lever to the warm start l position...
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... STOP 0 3 2 4 N Press the throttle trigger lockout (2) and blip the throttle trigger (4); N Move the master control lever to the stop position 0 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 35 Open the throttle only when the chain brake is ready for the first time STOP 0 3 N Move master control lever (3) to warm start n and continue cranking Once the engine...
... STOP 0 3 2 4 N Press the throttle trigger lockout (2) and blip the throttle trigger (4); N Move the master control lever to the stop position 0 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 35 Open the throttle only when the chain brake is ready for the first time STOP 0 3 N Move master control lever (3) to warm start n and continue cranking Once the engine...
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...by hand. Long-term storage See "Storing the machine" 36 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C see "Adjusting the Carburetor". The chain contracts as it can damage the crankshaft and bearings. Keep the machine with the chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly damage the shortblock and chain... drive (clutch, chain brake). this period. the chain may otherwise jump off ...
...by hand. Long-term storage See "Storing the machine" 36 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C see "Adjusting the Carburetor". The chain contracts as it can damage the crankshaft and bearings. Keep the machine with the chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly damage the shortblock and chain... drive (clutch, chain brake). this period. the chain may otherwise jump off ...
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...are deeper than 0.02 in (0.5 mm) since this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL sprockets to ensure correct operation of the chain brake. 143BA042 KN 001BA086 KN N Use a screwdriver to the cylinder fins and air filter. N ... and lubricate with corrosion inhibiting oil. N Remove the saw chain and guide bar, clean them and spray with STlHL grease (special accessory). MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 41 N Refit the washer and E-clip on to use a biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. Replace the chain sprocket - ...
...are deeper than 0.02 in (0.5 mm) since this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL sprockets to ensure correct operation of the chain brake. 143BA042 KN 001BA086 KN N Use a screwdriver to the cylinder fins and air filter. N ... and lubricate with corrosion inhibiting oil. N Remove the saw chain and guide bar, clean them and spray with STlHL grease (special accessory). MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 41 N Refit the washer and E-clip on to use a biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. Replace the chain sprocket - ...
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...wood and thus the chip thickness. With the Quickstop Plus chain brake system, additionally press the throttle trigger lockout N Sharpen frequently, removing little material - a universal tool for the sharpening angle. two or three strokes of the shortest cutter - MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 43 ideally, one should have markings for checking ...accessory, see table "Sharpening tools") when sharpening saw chains by a servicing dealer using an electric sharpener Depth gauge setting 001BA203 KN 689BA023 KN STIHL filing gauge (special accessory, see table "Sharpening tools") -
...wood and thus the chip thickness. With the Quickstop Plus chain brake system, additionally press the throttle trigger lockout N Sharpen frequently, removing little material - a universal tool for the sharpening angle. two or three strokes of the shortest cutter - MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 43 ideally, one should have markings for checking ...accessory, see table "Sharpening tools") when sharpening saw chains by a servicing dealer using an electric sharpener Depth gauge setting 001BA203 KN 689BA023 KN STIHL filing gauge (special accessory, see table "Sharpening tools") -
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... trigger, throttle trigger lockout, choke lever, stop switch, Master Control lever (depending Check operation on version) Chain brake Check operation Have checked by dealer1) Check Pickup body/filter in fuel tank Clean, replace filter element Replace Fuel ...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 If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after finishing work area, resin-rich wood...
... trigger, throttle trigger lockout, choke lever, stop switch, Master Control lever (depending Check operation on version) Chain brake Check operation Have checked by dealer1) Check Pickup body/filter in fuel tank Clean, replace filter element Replace Fuel ...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 If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after finishing work area, resin-rich wood...
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... 81 3 5 2 4 6 7 10 9 11 8 16 15 14 # 17 18 19 23 20 24 22 21 25 1 Shroud Lock 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screw 3 Decompression Valve1) (Automatically Resetting) 4 Chain Brake 5 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 6 Chain Sprocket 7 Chain Sprocket Cover 8 Chain Catcher 9 Front Chain Tensioner1) 10 Guide Bar 11 Oilomatic Saw Chain 12 Adjusting Wheel... Fuel Filler Cap 22 Throttle Trigger 23 Throttle Trigger Lockout 24 Rear Handle 25 Rear Hand Guard # Serial Number 207BA003 KN 1) Depending on Model 48 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
... 81 3 5 2 4 6 7 10 9 11 8 16 15 14 # 17 18 19 23 20 24 22 21 25 1 Shroud Lock 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screw 3 Decompression Valve1) (Automatically Resetting) 4 Chain Brake 5 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 6 Chain Sprocket 7 Chain Sprocket Cover 8 Chain Catcher 9 Front Chain Tensioner1) 10 Guide Bar 11 Oilomatic Saw Chain 12 Adjusting Wheel... Fuel Filler Cap 22 Throttle Trigger 23 Throttle Trigger Lockout 24 Rear Handle 25 Rear Hand Guard # Serial Number 207BA003 KN 1) Depending on Model 48 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
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...brake activation. 17 Front Handle (Handlebar) Handlebar for the left hand from operator. Spark arresting screen is accelerated beyond idle speed. (not illustrated) Anti-Vibration System The anti-vibration system includes a number of anti-vibration elements designed to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...off the handlebar. English 20 Master Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting easier - when activated. 4 Chain Brake A device to stop for holding saw steady against wood. 16 Front Hand Guard Provides protection against projecting branches ...
...brake activation. 17 Front Handle (Handlebar) Handlebar for the left hand from operator. Spark arresting screen is accelerated beyond idle speed. (not illustrated) Anti-Vibration System The anti-vibration system includes a number of anti-vibration elements designed to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...off the handlebar. English 20 Master Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting easier - when activated. 4 Chain Brake A device to stop for holding saw steady against wood. 16 Front Hand Guard Provides protection against projecting branches ...