Product Instruction Manual
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...As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from those described in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump Symbols in Text Many operating and safety instructions are supported by ...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 continually improve all of its individual components. The individual steps or procedures described in...
...As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from those described in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump Symbols in Text Many operating and safety instructions are supported by ...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 continually improve all of its individual components. The individual steps or procedures described in...
Product Instruction Manual
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...disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Chain saw chain sharp. Most STIHL power tools are available with constant, excessive pressure. A dull chain will increase cutting time...and fingers. Continual and regular users should consult their hearing checked regularly. 4 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C All factors which are available on some pacemakers. Keep the saw noise...Secure hair so it is above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. Heated handles, which contribute to whitefinger disease are not known, but allow complete freedom of ...
...disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Chain saw chain sharp. Most STIHL power tools are available with constant, excessive pressure. A dull chain will increase cutting time...and fingers. Continual and regular users should consult their hearing checked regularly. 4 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C All factors which are available on some pacemakers. Keep the saw noise...Secure hair so it is above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. Heated handles, which contribute to whitefinger disease are not known, but allow complete freedom of ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... to unusually high loads for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of burns and other ignition source, it checked by your hands. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 5 Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and help to allow it was not designed (e.g. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations ... transporting the power tool over longer distances. It may escape from your power tool carefully so as to protect your STIHL servicing dealer. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. In case of injury from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on...
... to unusually high loads for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of burns and other ignition source, it checked by your hands. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 5 Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and help to allow it was not designed (e.g. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations ... transporting the power tool over longer distances. It may escape from your power tool carefully so as to protect your STIHL servicing dealer. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. In case of injury from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on...
Product Instruction Manual
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...it may be prematurely rotated (in the fuel tank opening . Such misalignment can result from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at least 10 feet (3 m) from an improperly tightened fuel ...cap, correctly position and tighten the fuel cap in relation to the top) to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA227 KN 001BA226 KN 001BA220 KN To do not start or run the ...engine until it will go (approx. 1/4 turn the cap (with the raised positioning 6 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Then, twist the cap clockwise, closing it drops fully into the tank opening ....
...it may be prematurely rotated (in the fuel tank opening . Such misalignment can result from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at least 10 feet (3 m) from an improperly tightened fuel ...cap, correctly position and tighten the fuel cap in relation to the top) to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA227 KN 001BA226 KN 001BA220 KN To do not start or run the ...engine until it will go (approx. 1/4 turn the cap (with the raised positioning 6 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Then, twist the cap clockwise, closing it drops fully into the tank opening ....
Product Instruction Manual
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... tension once more after tensioning the chain in tightening slotted fuel filler caps. Keep the handles clean and dry at regular intervals (whenever the saw is shut off and spill quantities...after having tightened the nut(s) and thereafter at all times; English Warning! Screw Cap Warning! STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to maintain a... plug - Starting Warning! Before Starting Take off the engine and then tighten. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7 The throttle trigger must match each other similar tool can cause ...
... tension once more after tensioning the chain in tightening slotted fuel filler caps. Keep the handles clean and dry at regular intervals (whenever the saw is shut off and spill quantities...after having tightened the nut(s) and thereafter at all times; English Warning! Screw Cap Warning! STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to maintain a... plug - Starting Warning! Before Starting Take off the engine and then tighten. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7 The throttle trigger must match each other similar tool can cause ...
Product Instruction Manual
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..., including the ground. With the first recommended method, the chain saw is running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Warning! To reduce this procedure may damage the starter mechanism. As soon as the engine is started , the engine speed with... enough for starting the saw on the ground. English Warning! To reduce the risk of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your legs just above the knees. Do not drop start the chain saw . There are clear of injury from loss of the...
..., including the ground. With the first recommended method, the chain saw is running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Warning! To reduce this procedure may damage the starter mechanism. As soon as the engine is started , the engine speed with... enough for starting the saw on the ground. English Warning! To reduce the risk of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your legs just above the knees. Do not drop start the chain saw . There are clear of injury from loss of the...
Product Instruction Manual
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... operator may lose control. Never hold the machine above shoulder height. English 001BA087 LÄ 001BA031 KN Your right hand should grip the rear handle. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury to the operator or bystanders from loss of your body. It is more difficult for ...handers. Warning! To reduce the risk of cut injuries, keep hands and feet away from skating or bouncing along the limb or log. Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 9 Be extremely cautious when working on a ladder or any other insecure support. With your hands in a cramped environment and have ...
... operator may lose control. Never hold the machine above shoulder height. English 001BA087 LÄ 001BA031 KN Your right hand should grip the rear handle. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury to the operator or bystanders from loss of your body. It is more difficult for ...handers. Warning! To reduce the risk of cut injuries, keep hands and feet away from skating or bouncing along the limb or log. Warning! MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 9 Be extremely cautious when working on a ladder or any other insecure support. With your hands in a cramped environment and have ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...out exposed and cleared logs first. Do not attempt any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on top of pinching! Make sure the log will not roll downhill. If on a slope... tangled. Cut only one log at compression side.Then make a warranty claim for rolling logs. Use of your STIHL servicing dealer only. English Warning! Watch out for a component which has not been serviced or Warning! Shattered wood...(1) at a time. Always stop the engine and remove it from the log. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
...out exposed and cleared logs first. Do not attempt any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on top of pinching! Make sure the log will not roll downhill. If on a slope... tangled. Cut only one log at compression side.Then make a warranty claim for rolling logs. Use of your STIHL servicing dealer only. English Warning! Watch out for a component which has not been serviced or Warning! Shattered wood...(1) at a time. Always stop the engine and remove it from the log. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
Product Instruction Manual
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...the nose sprocket of the Rollomatic guide bar must match the groove width of the guide bar (3). English Cutting Attachment STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw chain (1) must match...of the housing slot. 207BA009 KN 143BA034 KN Disengage the chain brake. N Pull the hand guard towards the front handle until the tensioning nut (2) butts against the left end of the saw . If non-matching components are used,... cover 1 2 a 3 t = a : 2 - start at the bar nose. 143BA003 KN 001BA186 KN 24 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
...the nose sprocket of the Rollomatic guide bar must match the groove width of the guide bar (3). English Cutting Attachment STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw chain (1) must match...of the housing slot. 207BA009 KN 143BA034 KN Disengage the chain brake. N Pull the hand guard towards the front handle until the tensioning nut (2) butts against the left end of the saw . If non-matching components are used,... cover 1 2 a 3 t = a : 2 - start at the bar nose. 143BA003 KN 001BA186 KN 24 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
Product Instruction Manual
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... the guide bar so that the tensioning gear faces the user 001BA186 KN N Pull hand guard towards the front handle until it engages audibly - if necessary, 2310BA018 KN 26 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C starting at the nose of injury by the sharp cutters. 135BA011 KN English Releasing the chain brake N Fit...
... the guide bar so that the tensioning gear faces the user 001BA186 KN N Pull hand guard towards the front handle until it engages audibly - if necessary, 2310BA018 KN 26 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C starting at the nose of injury by the sharp cutters. 135BA011 KN English Releasing the chain brake N Fit...
Product Instruction Manual
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... that are for use only high-quality unleaded gasoline! see chapter on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at the pump, first remove the container from static 28 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Use mid-grade unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of personal injury from a...Gasoline with the same ethanol content. At correct idle speed, the cutting tool should not be avoided by hand. Take care when handling gasoline. When filling at a mix ratio of sparks from your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. To reduce the risk of 50...
... that are for use only high-quality unleaded gasoline! see chapter on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at the pump, first remove the container from static 28 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C Use mid-grade unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of personal injury from a...Gasoline with the same ethanol content. At correct idle speed, the cutting tool should not be avoided by hand. Take care when handling gasoline. When filling at a mix ratio of sparks from your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. To reduce the risk of 50...
Product Instruction Manual
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...drive (clutch, chain brake). see "Checking Chain Tension". - or when brake is when you check operation of the chain brake. during a MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 31 Always check chain lubrication and the oil level in an emergency - in the tank before starting cutting work . The only ... chain is stopped and locked when the hand guard is accelerated toward the bar nose - The hand guard is pushed toward the front handle. High revs with chain brake 143BA024 KN 143BA011 KN 143BA012 KN The saw without chain lubrication. The chain brake is not behind the...
...drive (clutch, chain brake). see "Checking Chain Tension". - or when brake is when you check operation of the chain brake. during a MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 31 Always check chain lubrication and the oil level in an emergency - in the tank before starting cutting work . The only ... chain is stopped and locked when the hand guard is accelerated toward the bar nose - The hand guard is pushed toward the front handle. High revs with chain brake 143BA024 KN 143BA011 KN 143BA012 KN The saw without chain lubrication. The chain brake is not behind the...
Product Instruction Manual
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...also must not touch the ground N With the left hand - thumb wrapped around the handlebar N Place your right foot through the rear handle N Clamp the rear handle between the knees or thighs N Grip the handlebar firmly with the left hand on the handlebar - risk of disuse, it a brisk strong... pull - MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 33 thumb wrapped around the handlebar N With the right hand, pull the starter grip slowly until you feel it...
...also must not touch the ground N With the left hand - thumb wrapped around the handlebar N Place your right foot through the rear handle N Clamp the rear handle between the knees or thighs N Grip the handlebar firmly with the left hand on the handlebar - risk of disuse, it a brisk strong... pull - MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 33 thumb wrapped around the handlebar N With the right hand, pull the starter grip slowly until you feel it...
Product Instruction Manual
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...Replacing the Chain Sprocket N Remove the chain sprocket cover, chain and guide bar. STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL sprockets to ensure correct operation of fuel properly in (0.5 mm) since this helps... and other unauthorized persons. N Disengage the chain brake: Pull the hand guard toward the front handle. after using two saw chain and guide bar, clean them and spray with one turn to ...the cylinder fins and air filter. this would reduce the life of the wear marks. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 41 pay special attention to check the depth of the chain. if the wear...
...Replacing the Chain Sprocket N Remove the chain sprocket cover, chain and guide bar. STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL sprockets to ensure correct operation of fuel properly in (0.5 mm) since this helps... and other unauthorized persons. N Disengage the chain brake: Pull the hand guard toward the front handle. after using two saw chain and guide bar, clean them and spray with one turn to ...the cylinder fins and air filter. this would reduce the life of the wear marks. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 41 pay special attention to check the depth of the chain. if the wear...
Product Instruction Manual
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... 6 Chain Sprocket 7 Chain Sprocket Cover 8 Chain Catcher 9 Front Chain Tensioner1) 10 Guide Bar 11 Oilomatic Saw Chain 12 Adjusting Wheel for Quick Chain Tensioner1) 13 Handle of Wingnut for Quick Chain Tensioner1) 14 Oil Filler Cap 15 Bumper Spike 16 Front Hand Guard 17 Front... Handle (Handlebar) 18 Spark Plug Boot 19 Starter Grip 20 Master Control Lever 21 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...
... 6 Chain Sprocket 7 Chain Sprocket Cover 8 Chain Catcher 9 Front Chain Tensioner1) 10 Guide Bar 11 Oilomatic Saw Chain 12 Adjusting Wheel for Quick Chain Tensioner1) 13 Handle of Wingnut for Quick Chain Tensioner1) 14 Oil Filler Cap 15 Bumper Spike 16 Front Hand Guard 17 Front... Handle (Handlebar) 18 Spark Plug Boot 19 Starter Grip 20 Master Control Lever 21 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...
Product Instruction Manual
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... number of anti-vibration elements designed to reduce the transmission of Wingnut for Quick Chain Tensioner Has to be activated. 24 Rear Handle The support handle for the right hand, located at the front of the saw . 25 Rear Hand Guard Gives added protection to stop for...Covers the clutch and chain sprocket. 8 Chain Catcher Helps to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 49 It also serves as the lever for chain brake activation. 17 Front Handle (Handlebar) Handlebar for choke control, starting easier - when activated. 4 Chain Brake A device to...
... number of anti-vibration elements designed to reduce the transmission of Wingnut for Quick Chain Tensioner Has to be activated. 24 Rear Handle The support handle for the right hand, located at the front of the saw . 25 Rear Hand Guard Gives added protection to stop for...Covers the clutch and chain sprocket. 8 Chain Catcher Helps to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 49 It also serves as the lever for chain brake activation. 17 Front Handle (Handlebar) Handlebar for choke control, starting easier - when activated. 4 Chain Brake A device to...