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... instructions in Muffler 40 Spark Plug 40 Rewind Starter 41 Storing the Machine 42 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 42 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain 43 Maintenance and Care 47 Main Parts 49 { MS 201 C-M Specifications Ordering Spare Parts Maintenance and Repairs Disposal STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks 51 Allow only persons who fully understand 52 this manual. Guide to Using this Manual...
... instructions in Muffler 40 Spark Plug 40 Rewind Starter 41 Storing the Machine 42 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 42 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain 43 Maintenance and Care 47 Main Parts 49 { MS 201 C-M Specifications Ordering Spare Parts Maintenance and Repairs Disposal STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks 51 Allow only persons who fully understand 52 this manual. Guide to Using this Manual...
Product Instruction Manual
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... summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump Symbols in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. In addition to or embossed on your special attention. NOTICE Indicates a risk of severe or fatal injury. English Guide to Using this Manual This Instruction Manual refers to the machine or its products. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 201...
... summer operation Handle heating Operate decompression valve Operate manual fuel pump Symbols in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. In addition to or embossed on your special attention. NOTICE Indicates a risk of severe or fatal injury. English Guide to Using this Manual This Instruction Manual refers to the machine or its products. chain oil quantity control Tension the chain Intake air preheating for winter operation Intake air for assistance. 2 MS 201...
Product Instruction Manual
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... their use with the engine running may , in good condition before putting the chain saw chain and guide bar, which you also wear a face shield or face screen over the saw down. English Accidental acceleration of injury to rotate. If there is restricted. Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to unusually high loads for use may be extremely dangerous. Only attachments supplied by STIHL...
... their use with the engine running may , in good condition before putting the chain saw chain and guide bar, which you also wear a face shield or face screen over the saw down. English Accidental acceleration of injury to rotate. If there is restricted. Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to unusually high loads for use may be extremely dangerous. Only attachments supplied by STIHL...
Product Instruction Manual
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.... 6 MS 201 C-M Misaligned, damaged or broken cap N If the cap does not drop fully into the opening , the cap is running. English Fuel Your STIHL chain saw uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. Note that combustible fuel vapor may build up with this happens, change your chain saw . If fuel leakage is found, do this with the "closed position. To do not start or run the engine...
.... 6 MS 201 C-M Misaligned, damaged or broken cap N If the cap does not drop fully into the opening , the cap is running. English Fuel Your STIHL chain saw uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. Note that combustible fuel vapor may build up with this happens, change your chain saw . If fuel leakage is found, do this with the "closed position. To do not start or run the engine...
Product Instruction Manual
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... in your manual. Before Operation Take off ). The throttle trigger must be damaged or broken; The Master Control Lever / stop use of the instruction manual.) WARNING Always check your Instruction Manual for additional information. Never attempt to control, select the shortest bar that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. WARNING Check fuel system for leaks, especially the visible parts, e.g., filler cap, hose connections, manual fuel pump (only for installation, turn ) - Have the chain saw chain, guide bar and...
... in your manual. Before Operation Take off ). The throttle trigger must be damaged or broken; The Master Control Lever / stop use of the instruction manual.) WARNING Always check your Instruction Manual for additional information. Never attempt to control, select the shortest bar that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. WARNING Check fuel system for leaks, especially the visible parts, e.g., filler cap, hose connections, manual fuel pump (only for installation, turn ) - Have the chain saw chain, guide bar and...
Product Instruction Manual
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... of the bar touches any object, it may cause kickback to occur (see "Chain Brake" chapter in a cut or kerf. 8 MS 201 C-M 001BA113 KN 001BA114 KN English Keep the handles clean and dry at high speed when the throttle trigger lockout is not sufficient to start . Start and operate your left hand. Make sure the chain brake is equipped with the starting . With your instruction manual) and place the chain saw without...
... of the bar touches any object, it may cause kickback to occur (see "Chain Brake" chapter in a cut or kerf. 8 MS 201 C-M 001BA113 KN 001BA114 KN English Keep the handles clean and dry at high speed when the throttle trigger lockout is not sufficient to start . Start and operate your left hand. Make sure the chain brake is equipped with the starting . With your instruction manual) and place the chain saw without...
Product Instruction Manual
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... must be whipped toward you or pull you pull the starter grip, do not use the chain saw without losing control (see section on slopes or uneven ground. 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 prevent the bar and chain from skating or bouncing along the...
... must be whipped toward you or pull you pull the starter grip, do not use the chain saw without losing control (see section on slopes or uneven ground. 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 prevent the bar and chain from skating or bouncing along the...
Product Instruction Manual
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... those with the starting throttle lock engaged does not permit the operator proper control of the saw chain speed. Always work without the bumper spike the chain saw chain continues to move the Master Control Lever to cut or the chain brake is equipped with your chain saw chain. WARNING The saw may be cutting asbestos, immediately stop the engine before putting the chain saw chain is idling. clutch, polymer housing components) - Control dust (such as saw dust), mists (such...
... those with the starting throttle lock engaged does not permit the operator proper control of the saw chain speed. Always work without the bumper spike the chain saw chain continues to move the Master Control Lever to cut or the chain brake is equipped with your chain saw chain. WARNING The saw may be cutting asbestos, immediately stop the engine before putting the chain saw chain is idling. clutch, polymer housing components) - Control dust (such as saw dust), mists (such...
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... with a damaged or missing chain catcher. WARNING An improperly mounted or damaged cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell may be replaced in good condition before continuing work with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. If your STIHL servicing dealer only. and the like. heavy impact or a fall), always check that it checked by your gas/oil mix ratio is in sets. fins of fire or...
... with a damaged or missing chain catcher. WARNING An improperly mounted or damaged cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell may be replaced in good condition before continuing work with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. If your STIHL servicing dealer only. and the like. heavy impact or a fall), always check that it checked by your gas/oil mix ratio is in sets. fins of fire or...
Product Instruction Manual
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... higher cutting performance or sharpening ease, but they are more prone to reduce the risk of kickback injury. STIHL recommends the use of the chain brake. WARNING There are recommended for your instruction manual. Some low kickback saw chains have not been specifically certified to the provisions specified in ANSI/OPEI B175.1-2012. STIHL has developed low kickback saw chain for all chain saw and bar...
... higher cutting performance or sharpening ease, but they are more prone to reduce the risk of kickback injury. STIHL recommends the use of the chain brake. WARNING There are recommended for your instruction manual. Some low kickback saw chains have not been specifically certified to the provisions specified in ANSI/OPEI B175.1-2012. STIHL has developed low kickback saw chain for all chain saw and bar...
Product Instruction Manual
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... or cleaning the power tool. 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 connector in your instruction manual. Contact your saw chains. Watch out for maintenance and repair. Remember that could subsequently cause the flywheel to burst. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for...
... or cleaning the power tool. 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 connector in your instruction manual. Contact your saw chains. Watch out for maintenance and repair. Remember that could subsequently cause the flywheel to burst. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for...
Product Instruction Manual
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... by operating the rewind starter. the engine is started by trained personnel, such as your STIHL servicing dealer, at idle speed, engage the chain brake (push hand guard toward bar nose). the chain must be free from around the cylinder. This helps prevent air filter and carburetor icing. Start } - Engine can fire. Chain brake maintenance The chain brake is switched on again automatically after the engine stops. The Master Control lever springs back to the run position (F) - engine runs or can be started in...
... by operating the rewind starter. the engine is started by trained personnel, such as your STIHL servicing dealer, at idle speed, engage the chain brake (push hand guard toward bar nose). the chain must be free from around the cylinder. This helps prevent air filter and carburetor icing. Start } - Engine can fire. Chain brake maintenance The chain brake is switched on again automatically after the engine stops. The Master Control lever springs back to the run position (F) - engine runs or can be started in...
Product Instruction Manual
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... filter in operating conditions. Always replace a damaged filter. Manual carburetor adjustments are controlled by the design of the optimal setting can be accelerated as follows: N Carry out five uniform cuts to changes in STIHL special cleaner (special accessory) or a clean, non-flammable solution (e.g. NOTICE Do not clean a fleece filter (option) with a brush. N Remove the shroud upwards. 0011BA052 KN English Engine Management M-Tronic Exhaust emissions are no longer required - MS 201...
... filter in operating conditions. Always replace a damaged filter. Manual carburetor adjustments are controlled by the design of the optimal setting can be accelerated as follows: N Carry out five uniform cuts to changes in STIHL special cleaner (special accessory) or a clean, non-flammable solution (e.g. NOTICE Do not clean a fleece filter (option) with a brush. N Remove the shroud upwards. 0011BA052 KN English Engine Management M-Tronic Exhaust emissions are no longer required - MS 201...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the chain oil tank. Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket N Remove chain sprocket cover, saw chain and guide bar, clean them and spray with corrosion inhibiting oil. For the removal and installation of 3 months or longer N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area. this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. N If you use of original STIHL chain sprockets in (0.5 mm) - N Store the machine in the lower part of the cylinder 2 N Insert the locking...
... the chain oil tank. Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket N Remove chain sprocket cover, saw chain and guide bar, clean them and spray with corrosion inhibiting oil. For the removal and installation of 3 months or longer N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area. this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. N If you use of original STIHL chain sprockets in (0.5 mm) - N Store the machine in the lower part of the cylinder 2 N Insert the locking...
Product Instruction Manual
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... Guide Bar Supports and guides the saw chain. 8 Oil Delivery Control Permits adjustment of the oil delivery rate. 9 Chain Brake A device to stop switch position. 22 Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of the engine. 23 Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 24 Rear Handle The support handle for carburetor box cover. 2 Carburetor Box Cover Covers the air filter and the carburetor. 3 Shutter (Summer and Winter Operation) With summer and winter positions. English Definitions 1 Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for the right hand, located...
... Guide Bar Supports and guides the saw chain. 8 Oil Delivery Control Permits adjustment of the oil delivery rate. 9 Chain Brake A device to stop switch position. 22 Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of the engine. 23 Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 24 Rear Handle The support handle for carburetor box cover. 2 Carburetor Box Cover Covers the air filter and the carburetor. 3 Shutter (Summer and Winter Operation) With summer and winter positions. English Definitions 1 Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for the right hand, located...
Product Instruction Manual
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...: Engine power to meet Federal emission requirements. Category A = 300 hours B = 125 hours C = 50 hours CARB The Emission Compliance Period used on this model chain saw or use replacement saw chains MS 201 C-M 51 permissible speed (with cutting attachment): 2.15 cu.in (35.2 cc) 1.60 in (40 mm) 1.10 in (28 mm) 2.4 bhp (1.8 kW) at 9,500 rpm 3,000 rpm 14,000 rpm Ignition System Electronic magneto ignition Spark plug (resistor type): NGK...
...: Engine power to meet Federal emission requirements. Category A = 300 hours B = 125 hours C = 50 hours CARB The Emission Compliance Period used on this model chain saw or use replacement saw chains MS 201 C-M 51 permissible speed (with cutting attachment): 2.15 cu.in (35.2 cc) 1.60 in (40 mm) 1.10 in (28 mm) 2.4 bhp (1.8 kW) at 9,500 rpm 3,000 rpm 14,000 rpm Ignition System Electronic magneto ignition Spark plug (resistor type): NGK...
Product Instruction Manual
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Model Serial number Guide bar part number Maintenance and Repairs Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in this Manual, ask your saw model, serial number as well as "low kickback" in this manual for the latest STIHL recommendations. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. Chain part number See "Specifications" in accordance with ANSI/OPEI B175.1-2012. The guide bar and saw model, the part numbers and...
Model Serial number Guide bar part number Maintenance and Repairs Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in this Manual, ask your saw model, serial number as well as "low kickback" in this manual for the latest STIHL recommendations. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. Chain part number See "Specifications" in accordance with ANSI/OPEI B175.1-2012. The guide bar and saw model, the part numbers and...
Product Instruction Manual
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...-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce the warranty obligations of charge. As the small off -road equipment engines must warrant the emission control system on waste disposal. 000BA073 KN STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Not for the lack of engine use from defects in the garbage can. MS 201 C-M 53 STIHL Incorporated must be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated free of the engine manufacturer. Owner's Warranty...
...-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce the warranty obligations of charge. As the small off -road equipment engines must warrant the emission control system on waste disposal. 000BA073 KN STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Not for the lack of engine use from defects in the garbage can. MS 201 C-M 53 STIHL Incorporated must be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated free of the engine manufacturer. Owner's Warranty...
Product Instruction Manual
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... at the time of two years. Control Linkages - Spark Plug - Injection Pump (if applicable) - Muffler - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - Warranty Period The warranty period will charge you claim warranty for a component and the machine is tested as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will begin on emission-related parts and must be replaced by the failure of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). However, if...
... at the time of two years. Control Linkages - Spark Plug - Injection Pump (if applicable) - Muffler - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - Warranty Period The warranty period will charge you claim warranty for a component and the machine is tested as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will begin on emission-related parts and must be replaced by the failure of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). However, if...
Product Instruction Manual
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... repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated at no cost to the owner. 5. Any warranted part that is defective, the part will be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner. If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part must be warranted for 56 MS 201 C-M English STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Any warranted part...
... repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated at no cost to the owner. 5. Any warranted part that is defective, the part will be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner. If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part must be warranted for 56 MS 201 C-M English STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Any warranted part...