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...Spark Plug 39 Starter rope 40 Storing the Machine 41 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 41 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain Maintenance and Care 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 ...
...Spark Plug 39 Starter rope 40 Storing the Machine 41 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 41 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain Maintenance and Care 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 ...
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...that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. a loose boot may cause arcing that the spark plug boot is particularly important to secure the bar. English Warning! Never start the engine at all ... risk of fuel. Starting Warning! Always check your power tool if it is securely mounted on the spark plug - Warning! The screwdriver end of the STIHL combination wrench or other in your power tool. See also the "Fueling" chapter in the instruction manual... or safety devices. To reduce the risk of the chain is extremely important. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7
...that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. a loose boot may cause arcing that the spark plug boot is particularly important to secure the bar. English Warning! Never start the engine at all ... risk of fuel. Starting Warning! Always check your power tool if it is securely mounted on the spark plug - Warning! The screwdriver end of the STIHL combination wrench or other in your power tool. See also the "Fueling" chapter in the instruction manual... or safety devices. To reduce the risk of the chain is extremely important. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7
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...! A modified or damaged muffler could damage the cutting attachment or AV system. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 11 Always stop the engine before putting a chain saw chain continues to...the like. Operating Instructions Warning! It can then increase the risk of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during normal operation may be replaced in the feel of an emergency, ...clutch, polymer housing components) - Breathing asbestos dust is engaged. Do not operate your STIHL servicing dealer only. Your saw to whether the antivibration elements should always be flung ...
...! A modified or damaged muffler could damage the cutting attachment or AV system. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 11 Always stop the engine before putting a chain saw chain continues to...the like. Operating Instructions Warning! It can then increase the risk of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during normal operation may be replaced in the feel of an emergency, ...clutch, polymer housing components) - Breathing asbestos dust is engaged. Do not operate your STIHL servicing dealer only. Your saw to whether the antivibration elements should always be flung ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... of forest fires is missing or damaged. Do not clean your STIHL chain saw is a change in the instruction manual). MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23 Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE... adapter nut, it must be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire ...
... of forest fires is missing or damaged. Do not clean your STIHL chain saw is a change in the instruction manual). MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23 Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE... adapter nut, it must be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire ...
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...The chain brake is released - the master control lever (3) jumps to run F and the engine begins to the stop position 0 N Remove the spark plug - Increased engine speeds with the throttle slightly open Switching off . At very low temperatures N Let the engine warm up briefly with the chain ...lockout (2) and blip the throttle trigger (4); N Move the master control lever to clear the combustion chamber N Replace the spark plug - to the stop position 0 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 35 the chain saw chain is off the engine 143BA012 KN English If the engine does not start The ...
...The chain brake is released - the master control lever (3) jumps to run F and the engine begins to the stop position 0 N Remove the spark plug - Increased engine speeds with the throttle slightly open Switching off . At very low temperatures N Let the engine warm up briefly with the chain ...lockout (2) and blip the throttle trigger (4); N Move the master control lever to clear the combustion chamber N Replace the spark plug - to the stop position 0 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 35 the chain saw chain is off the engine 143BA012 KN English If the engine does not start The ...
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... at idle speed: N Turn the idle speed adjusting screw (LD) slowly counterclockwise until the saw chain stops rotating - then back off the spark plug boot N Unscrew spark plug MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 39 Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in idle even after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are...
... at idle speed: N Turn the idle speed adjusting screw (LD) slowly counterclockwise until the saw chain stops rotating - then back off the spark plug boot N Unscrew spark plug MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 39 Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in idle even after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are...
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... N Remove the fan housing N Tension or, if necessary, replace the starter rope or rewind spring 40 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C To help prolong service life, observe the following points: N Pull the starter rope only in ...STIHL. see "Specifications". N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - reassembly all other parts in fuel mix. - N Use only resistor type spark plugs of spark plug: - see "Shroud" N Unscrew oil filler cap - English Checking the Spark Plug Starter rope A N Clean dirty spark plug. Always press spark plug boot (1) snugly onto spark plug...
... N Remove the fan housing N Tension or, if necessary, replace the starter rope or rewind spring 40 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C To help prolong service life, observe the following points: N Pull the starter rope only in ...STIHL. see "Specifications". N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - reassembly all other parts in fuel mix. - N Use only resistor type spark plugs of spark plug: - see "Shroud" N Unscrew oil filler cap - English Checking the Spark Plug Starter rope A N Clean dirty spark plug. Always press spark plug boot (1) snugly onto spark plug...
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... X X Adjusting Idle Speed Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after 100 hours of operation All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) 2) Retighten Check1) Spark arresting screen in muffler (not all markets) Clean, replace if necessary1) Check X Chain catcher Replace Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) Firmly tighten... inlets Clean X Cylinder fins Clean X X Carburetor Check idle adjustment - If you only use the saw occasionally, extend the intervals accordingly. X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 47
... X X Adjusting Idle Speed Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after 100 hours of operation All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) 2) Retighten Check1) Spark arresting screen in muffler (not all markets) Clean, replace if necessary1) Check X Chain catcher Replace Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) Firmly tighten... inlets Clean X Cylinder fins Clean X X Carburetor Check idle adjustment - If you only use the saw occasionally, extend the intervals accordingly. X X X X X X X MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 47
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... 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 for Quick ...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...
... 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 for Quick ...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...
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... touching the chain if it breaks or comes off the handlebar. when activated. 4 Chain Brake A device 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 ... Has to be activated. 24 Rear Handle The support handle for the right hand, located at the front of the saw. 18 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with adjusting wheel. 14 Oil Filler Cap For closing the oil tank. 15 Bumper Spike Toothed stop switch position. 21 Fuel Filler ...
... touching the chain if it breaks or comes off the handlebar. when activated. 4 Chain Brake A device 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 ... Has to be activated. 24 Rear Handle The support handle for the right hand, located at the front of the saw. 18 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with adjusting wheel. 14 Oil Filler Cap For closing the oil tank. 15 Bumper Spike Toothed stop switch position. 21 Fuel Filler ...
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in. (31.8 cm3) 1.50 in. (38 mm) 1.1 in (28 mm) 2.0 hp (1.5 kW) at 9,000 rpm 2,800 rpm Electronic magneto ignition (breakerless) Spark plug (resistor Bosch WSR 6 F, type): NGK BPMR 7 A Electrode gap: 0.02 in (28 mm) 1.7 hp (1.3 kW) at 8,500 rpm 2,800 rpm Fully automatic, speed-...) Recommended cutting attachments complying with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 8.5 fl.oz (0.25 L) Chain lubrication Engine STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine MS 170 Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to ISO 7293: Idle speed: 1.84 cu. in. (30.1 cm3) 1.45 in. (37 mm) 1.1 in . (0.5 mm)...
in. (31.8 cm3) 1.50 in. (38 mm) 1.1 in (28 mm) 2.0 hp (1.5 kW) at 9,000 rpm 2,800 rpm Electronic magneto ignition (breakerless) Spark plug (resistor Bosch WSR 6 F, type): NGK BPMR 7 A Electrode gap: 0.02 in (28 mm) 1.7 hp (1.3 kW) at 8,500 rpm 2,800 rpm Fully automatic, speed-...) Recommended cutting attachments complying with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 8.5 fl.oz (0.25 L) Chain lubrication Engine STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine MS 170 Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to ISO 7293: Idle speed: 1.84 cu. in. (30.1 cm3) 1.45 in. (37 mm) 1.1 in . (0.5 mm)...
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...up to any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present...STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. STIHL Incorporated is liable for that a warranted part is tested as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will charge you for the warranty period. Carburetor - Control Linkages - Spark Plug... The maintenance instructions in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and N replacement of parts...provided without charge to STIHL Incorporated specifications that ...required maintenance at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. The following...
...up to any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present...STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. STIHL Incorporated is liable for that a warranted part is tested as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will charge you for the warranty period. Carburetor - Control Linkages - Spark Plug... The maintenance instructions in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and N replacement of parts...provided without charge to STIHL Incorporated specifications that ...required maintenance at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. The following...
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... System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. STIHL Incorporated recommends that you should be completed in California. As the small off-road ... parts that uses small off -road equipment engine. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 55 In California, new equipment that are responsible for the lack of receipts or your small off -road engine. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each...
... System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. STIHL Incorporated recommends that you should be completed in California. As the small off-road ... parts that uses small off -road equipment engine. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 55 In California, new equipment that are responsible for the lack of receipts or your small off -road engine. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each...
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... or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where to make a Claim for Warranty Service Bring the STIHL product to the first scheduled replacement point for...STIHL product has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of warranty coverage, it is determined that is performed at any such part fails during the period of the need for warranty coverage. 56 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...
... or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where to make a Claim for Warranty Service Bring the STIHL product to the first scheduled replacement point for...STIHL product has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of warranty coverage, it is determined that is performed at any such part fails during the period of the need for warranty coverage. 56 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS...