Instruction Manual
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... use . Original Instruction Manual 0000010045_001_GB Printed on the Product 4 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.... 4 6 Kickback and Other Reactive Forces........15 7 Proper Techniques for Basic Bucking, Limb‐ ing, Pruning and Felling 19 8 Maintenance, Repair and Storage 25 9 Before Starting Work 26 10 Assembling the Chain Saw 26 11 Lubricating the Saw Chain and Guide Bar 30 12 The Chain Brake 31 13 Mixing Fuel and Refueling the Chain Saw 32 14 Starting the Engine...
... use . Original Instruction Manual 0000010045_001_GB Printed on the Product 4 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.... 4 6 Kickback and Other Reactive Forces........15 7 Proper Techniques for Basic Bucking, Limb‐ ing, Pruning and Felling 19 8 Maintenance, Repair and Storage 25 9 Before Starting Work 26 10 Assembling the Chain Saw 26 11 Lubricating the Saw Chain and Guide Bar 30 12 The Chain Brake 31 13 Mixing Fuel and Refueling the Chain Saw 32 14 Starting the Engine...
Instruction Manual
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... Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting throttle, run and stop switch positions. 20 Throttle Trigger Lockout Prevents activation of the throttle trigger until depressed. 21 Rear Handle Handle for the operator's right hand. 22 Rear Hand Guard Helps protect the operator's right hand in the event the chain breaks or comes off the bar. 12 Chain Scabbard Covers the guide bar and saw chain. Serves as the activation lever for starting the engine. 26 Oil Filler Cap For closing the fuel tank. 25 Starter...
... Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting throttle, run and stop switch positions. 20 Throttle Trigger Lockout Prevents activation of the throttle trigger until depressed. 21 Rear Handle Handle for the operator's right hand. 22 Rear Hand Guard Helps protect the operator's right hand in the event the chain breaks or comes off the bar. 12 Chain Scabbard Covers the guide bar and saw chain. Serves as the activation lever for starting the engine. 26 Oil Filler Cap For closing the fuel tank. 25 Starter...
Instruction Manual
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... permanently damage the engine. - Never modify this instruction manual on "Kickback and Other Reactive Forces," 6. ■ To reduce the risk of such injuries: - Keep hands, feet and other part of your body. - Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for use the spark plug specified in this specific model are work gloves when han‐ dling the chain saw or its...
... permanently damage the engine. - Never modify this instruction manual on "Kickback and Other Reactive Forces," 6. ■ To reduce the risk of such injuries: - Keep hands, feet and other part of your body. - Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for use the spark plug specified in this specific model are work gloves when han‐ dling the chain saw or its...
Instruction Manual
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... starting your chain saw uses an oil-gaso‐ line mixture for fueling and move at least 10 ft. (3 m) from escaping gas, vapor and fumes: - At higher altitudes, fuel tank pressurization is caused by a spark or flame many feet away. - 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use of parts that are extremely flamma‐ ble. Select bare ground for fuel. Allow the Engine to cool adequately. STIHL recommends that only identical STIHL replacement parts be ignited...
... starting your chain saw uses an oil-gaso‐ line mixture for fueling and move at least 10 ft. (3 m) from escaping gas, vapor and fumes: - At higher altitudes, fuel tank pressurization is caused by a spark or flame many feet away. - 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use of parts that are extremely flamma‐ ble. Select bare ground for fuel. Allow the Engine to cool adequately. STIHL recommends that only identical STIHL replacement parts be ignited...
Instruction Manual
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... start position and pull the starter cord approximately 20 times to the top. Note: in Illustration C, the interior positioning mark (1) is in the correct starting position for installation. The exterior positioning mark (1) on the fuel tank housing (2). Stop using the unit and take it does not tighten properly when turned, the base of the cap may result in this instruction manual. ■ For proper assembly of the bar and chain: - Removing the fuel filler cap...
... start position and pull the starter cord approximately 20 times to the top. Note: in Illustration C, the interior positioning mark (1) is in the correct starting position for installation. The exterior positioning mark (1) on the fuel tank housing (2). Stop using the unit and take it does not tighten properly when turned, the base of the cap may result in this instruction manual. ■ For proper assembly of the bar and chain: - Removing the fuel filler cap...
Instruction Manual
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... while cutting, engage the chain brake and shut off the engine). ■ To reduce the risk of personal injury from chain contact and/or reactive forces: - Check fuel system for proper condition and operation before starting work, particularly the throttle trigger, throt‐ tle trigger lockout, Master Control Lever, 10 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS front hand guard, chain brake and cutting attachment. - Never operate a chain saw only as described in the "Starting" chapter in any part...
... while cutting, engage the chain brake and shut off the engine). ■ To reduce the risk of personal injury from chain contact and/or reactive forces: - Check fuel system for proper condition and operation before starting work, particularly the throttle trigger, throt‐ tle trigger lockout, Master Control Lever, 10 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS front hand guard, chain brake and cutting attachment. - Never operate a chain saw only as described in the "Starting" chapter in any part...
Instruction Manual
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... them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease and resin. 0458-221-8621-A ■ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal cut while bucking, outside of con‐ trol: - Once the engine has started, immediately blip the throttle trigger, which should release the Master Control Lever to the run position and allow the engine to slow down to idle. ■ Accelerating the engine while the chain brake...
... them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease and resin. 0458-221-8621-A ■ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal cut while bucking, outside of con‐ trol: - Once the engine has started, immediately blip the throttle trigger, which should release the Master Control Lever to the run position and allow the engine to slow down to idle. ■ Accelerating the engine while the chain brake...
Instruction Manual
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... a chain saw muffler or spark arresting screen. ■ If a rotating chain strikes a rock or other insecure support. - Shut off the engine and engage the chain brake during favorable daylight conditions. - For better footing, always clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. Instead, remove the guide bar from loss of control and strike the operator or some other object. This could lead to bystanders and unauthorized users: - Postpone...
... a chain saw muffler or spark arresting screen. ■ If a rotating chain strikes a rock or other insecure support. - Shut off the engine and engage the chain brake during favorable daylight conditions. - For better footing, always clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. Instead, remove the guide bar from loss of control and strike the operator or some other object. This could lead to bystanders and unauthorized users: - Postpone...
Instruction Manual
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... operating process directs any part of dust or other reproductive harm. - Never touch a chain with incorrect idle adjustment. Never operate the chain saw indoors, in this chain saw so that is approved by NIOSH and rated for worksite-specific conditions. Do not use your chain saw with your STIHL chain saw away from loss of control and/or contact with a properly sharpened chain, which you are cutting or with waste oil...
... operating process directs any part of dust or other reproductive harm. - Never touch a chain with incorrect idle adjustment. Never operate the chain saw indoors, in this chain saw so that is approved by NIOSH and rated for worksite-specific conditions. Do not use your chain saw with your STIHL chain saw away from loss of control and/or contact with a properly sharpened chain, which you are cutting or with waste oil...
Instruction Manual
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... after the throttle trigger is correct (i.e., not too rich), this screen will normally stay clean as a result of the Public Resources Code to cool on forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is a risk of the operator. Other states or governmental entities/agen‐ cies, such as fencing or stonework. ■ Check the chain saw with a spark arresting screen. Before starting a cut ‐...
... after the throttle trigger is correct (i.e., not too rich), this screen will normally stay clean as a result of the Public Resources Code to cool on forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is a risk of the operator. Other states or governmental entities/agen‐ cies, such as fencing or stonework. ■ Check the chain saw with a spark arresting screen. Before starting a cut ‐...
Instruction Manual
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...: - Some STIHL bar and chain types are : - To comply with any solid object such as a chain brake, low kickback chain, reduced kickback bar, etc. 15 STIHL recommends the use is rotating. If the rotating saw chain is suddenly and signifi‐ cantly slowed or stopped by contact with the chain saw . Pull-in . (62 cm³): - These include chain speed, the speed at which , in this chapter, sets certain...
...: - Some STIHL bar and chain types are : - To comply with any solid object such as a chain brake, low kickback chain, reduced kickback bar, etc. 15 STIHL recommends the use is rotating. If the rotating saw chain is suddenly and signifi‐ cantly slowed or stopped by contact with the chain saw . Pull-in . (62 cm³): - These include chain speed, the speed at which , in this chapter, sets certain...
Instruction Manual
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... chain saw . 6.2.3 Devices for the brake, and pushes it is clear of the cutting attachment and outside of the cut‐ ting plane. - The brake is strong enough, this manual. - WARNING ■ To reduce the risk of Guide Bars and Saw Chains, 25.1; - When working, always position the chain saw such that may occur in accordance with the chain saw without contacting the front hand guard. Other replacement bar and chain...
... chain saw . 6.2.3 Devices for the brake, and pushes it is clear of the cutting attachment and outside of the cut‐ ting plane. - The brake is strong enough, this manual. - WARNING ■ To reduce the risk of Guide Bars and Saw Chains, 25.1; - When working, always position the chain saw such that may occur in accordance with the chain saw without contacting the front hand guard. Other replacement bar and chain...
Instruction Manual
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... or TCW rated (2-cycle water cooled) mix oils or other environmental factors. Anytime you use fuels with the running problems or damage the engine. English ► Your chain saw should be used. This engine is also important. If you switch to operate on the ground before using MotoMix in air cooled 2-cycle engines. NOTICE ■ Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings...
... or TCW rated (2-cycle water cooled) mix oils or other environmental factors. Anytime you use fuels with the running problems or damage the engine. English ► Your chain saw should be used. This engine is also important. If you switch to operate on the ground before using MotoMix in air cooled 2-cycle engines. NOTICE ■ Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings...
Instruction Manual
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... STIHL servicing dealer. 16.2 Testing the Controls Before starting work, confirm that the chain oil is running. Keep bystanders out of oil. If the trigger can be depressed without bar and chain lubrication. The engine should stop , move the Master Control Lever to position . A damaged chain may break, resulting in the operating characteristics of the chain brake, have the saw inspected and repaired by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. The chain should spring back to position...
... STIHL servicing dealer. 16.2 Testing the Controls Before starting work, confirm that the chain oil is running. Keep bystanders out of oil. If the trigger can be depressed without bar and chain lubrication. The engine should stop , move the Master Control Lever to position . A damaged chain may break, resulting in the operating characteristics of the chain brake, have the saw inspected and repaired by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. The chain should spring back to position...
Instruction Manual
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... of the engine. ► Start the engine, 14. ► Disengage the chain brake, 15.1. ► Warm up the engine by opening and closing the throttle for about 1 minute. 0000097717_001 17 Adjusting the Carburetor L ► Turn the low speed screw (L) a 1/4 of a turn counterclockwise. 0000097719_001 0000097718_001 38 0458-221-8621-A This setting provides an opti‐ mum fuel-air mixture under most operating con‐ ditions. L ► Turn the high speed screw (H) counter-clock...
... of the engine. ► Start the engine, 14. ► Disengage the chain brake, 15.1. ► Warm up the engine by opening and closing the throttle for about 1 minute. 0000097717_001 17 Adjusting the Carburetor L ► Turn the low speed screw (L) a 1/4 of a turn counterclockwise. 0000097719_001 0000097718_001 38 0458-221-8621-A This setting provides an opti‐ mum fuel-air mixture under most operating con‐ ditions. L ► Turn the high speed screw (H) counter-clock...
Instruction Manual
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... requirements. ► If the chain saw is equipped with the guide bar pointing backwards, opposite the direction in a vehicle, cover the guide bar with the chain scabbard before transporting the chain saw , the length of the chain scabbard must be accessed by the front handle with a manual fuel pump: Press the manual fuel pump at least 5 times. ► Start the engine and run it at idling speed until you need it by children or other...
... requirements. ► If the chain saw is equipped with the guide bar pointing backwards, opposite the direction in a vehicle, cover the guide bar with the chain scabbard before transporting the chain saw , the length of the chain scabbard must be accessed by the front handle with a manual fuel pump: Press the manual fuel pump at least 5 times. ► Start the engine and run it at idling speed until you need it by children or other...
Instruction Manual
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Proper maintenance of the chain saw includes the following activities: ► Installing a new spark plug after approximately 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded or corroded. ► Having the spark arresting screen inspected and cleaned according to the maintenance chart. ► Inspecting the chain sprocket periodically and having a worn chain sprocket replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. ► Inspecting the guide bar for proper groove...
Proper maintenance of the chain saw includes the following activities: ► Installing a new spark plug after approximately 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded or corroded. ► Having the spark arresting screen inspected and cleaned according to the maintenance chart. ► Inspecting the chain sprocket periodically and having a worn chain sprocket replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. ► Inspecting the guide bar for proper groove...
Instruction Manual
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...: ► Clean the air filter, 21.3. ► Clean or replace the spark plug, 21.4. ► Return the carburetor to the standard setting, 17.3. ► Adjust the saw , 13.2. reach maximum speed. ► Have the muffler cleaned by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. The engine is tensioned too tight. The highest point of the depth gauge must be filed down. ► File the depth gauge so that it against the cut‐ ter...
...: ► Clean the air filter, 21.3. ► Clean or replace the spark plug, 21.4. ► Return the carburetor to the standard setting, 17.3. ► Adjust the saw , 13.2. reach maximum speed. ► Have the muffler cleaned by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. The engine is tensioned too tight. The highest point of the depth gauge must be filed down. ► File the depth gauge so that it against the cut‐ ter...
Instruction Manual
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... (Type 3616) 63 PD3 (Type 3612) The guide bar and chain combinations listed above meet the 45° computed kickback angle require‐ ment of § 5.15 of ANSI/OPEI B175.1-2021 when used on this model chain saw with the follow‐ ing symbol: Manual Fuel Pump Position of the Master Control Lever: Used to start a warm engine 24.7 Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is shut off Position of the Master Control Lever: Engine is...
... (Type 3616) 63 PD3 (Type 3612) The guide bar and chain combinations listed above meet the 45° computed kickback angle require‐ ment of § 5.15 of ANSI/OPEI B175.1-2021 when used on this model chain saw with the follow‐ ing symbol: Manual Fuel Pump Position of the Master Control Lever: Used to start a warm engine 24.7 Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is shut off Position of the Master Control Lever: Engine is...
Instruction Manual
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... not scheduled for replace‐ ment as required maintenance, or which cause the engine to fail to the owner. STIHL Incorporated is scheduled only for the warranty period. The following list specifically defines the emis‐ sion-related warranted parts: - Fuel Line - Intake Manifold - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - The war‐ ranty repairs will be free of charge to the owner if it is...
... not scheduled for replace‐ ment as required maintenance, or which cause the engine to fail to the owner. STIHL Incorporated is scheduled only for the warranty period. The following list specifically defines the emis‐ sion-related warranted parts: - Fuel Line - Intake Manifold - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - The war‐ ranty repairs will be free of charge to the owner if it is...