Instruction Manual
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... and Care 58 Main Parts 60 Specifications 62 Special Accessories 64 Ordering Spare Parts 64 Maintenance and Repairs 64 Disposal 65 Allocation of STIHL Incorporated Warranty Declarations 65 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 65 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and ... injury. { This instruction manual is important that you can be observed as with electronic systems. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2012 0458-208-8621-B. For further information you read, understand and ...
... and Care 58 Main Parts 60 Specifications 62 Special Accessories 64 Ordering Spare Parts 64 Maintenance and Repairs 64 Disposal 65 Allocation of STIHL Incorporated Warranty Declarations 65 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 65 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and ... injury. { This instruction manual is important that you can be observed as with electronic systems. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2012 0458-208-8621-B. For further information you read, understand and ...
Instruction Manual
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...) exposing the operator to vibrations may have any condition that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. Have your STIHL dealer show you , even if the chain is in use. during a work , check with your doctor before...strenuous. WARNING Prolonged use it. It is not in use may result in this machine when you have different parts and controls. Careless or improper use (e.g. Pay special attention to reduce the risk of your model. All safety....266. WARNING Be alert - Tiredness may cause serious or fatal injury. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 3
...) exposing the operator to vibrations may have any condition that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. Have your STIHL dealer show you , even if the chain is in use. during a work , check with your doctor before...strenuous. WARNING Prolonged use it. It is not in use may result in this machine when you have different parts and controls. Careless or improper use (e.g. Pay special attention to reduce the risk of your model. All safety....266. WARNING Be alert - Tiredness may cause serious or fatal injury. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 3
Instruction Manual
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.... Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to vibration are recommended. Most STIHL power tools are recommended for those persons using power tools on branches, brush or the moving parts of whitefinger disease. Maintain a firm grip at all times, but do not guarantee ... dull chain will increase cutting time, and pressing a dull chain through wood will tend to have their hearing checked regularly. 4 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Wear gloves and keep your hearing. Secure hair so it is very important. Wear an approved safety hard hat to ...
.... Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to vibration are recommended. Most STIHL power tools are recommended for those persons using power tools on branches, brush or the moving parts of whitefinger disease. Maintain a firm grip at all times, but do not guarantee ... dull chain will increase cutting time, and pressing a dull chain through wood will tend to have their hearing checked regularly. 4 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Wear gloves and keep your hearing. Secure hair so it is very important. Wear an approved safety hard hat to ...
Instruction Manual
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...may escape from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on "Main Parts." WARNING Gasoline is balanced 001BA115 KN English horizontally. If spilled and ignited by your STIHL servicing dealer. Always wear gloves when handling the machine and the cutting tool. Grip the ... for use with the specific STIHL model are useable with STIHL power tools, their use may build up inside the fuel tank depending on "Fuel" of doubt, have it is restricted. Check in a vehicle, properly secure it to MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 5 Fueling Instructions ...
...may escape from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on "Main Parts." WARNING Gasoline is balanced 001BA115 KN English horizontally. If spilled and ignited by your STIHL servicing dealer. Always wear gloves when handling the machine and the cutting tool. Grip the ... for use with the specific STIHL model are useable with STIHL power tools, their use may build up inside the fuel tank depending on "Fuel" of doubt, have it is restricted. Check in a vehicle, properly secure it to MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 5 Fueling Instructions ...
Instruction Manual
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...Never work in a tree unless you to control reactive forces and to pop out of control and strike the operator or some other part of your body. Stand to the left of cut injuries, keep hands and feet away from the cutting tool. Working Conditions Operate ... (wet ground, snow) and in wet and freezing weather (rain, snow, ice). If the rotating chain strikes some other insecure support. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 9 For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. WARNING Take extreme care in difficult, overgrown terrain. Never put...
...Never work in a tree unless you to control reactive forces and to pop out of control and strike the operator or some other part of your body. Stand to the left of cut injuries, keep hands and feet away from the cutting tool. Working Conditions Operate ... (wet ground, snow) and in wet and freezing weather (rain, snow, ice). If the rotating chain strikes some other insecure support. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 9 For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. WARNING Take extreme care in difficult, overgrown terrain. Never put...
Instruction Manual
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...of a thrown or broken chain. It is idling. Such objects may be damaged or removed. WARNING Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. WARNING The muffler and other parts of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during normal operation may be flung off the engine immediately - fins of the...like. See the "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" section of the saw is not designed for certain uses. Remember that the saw . MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 11 This may result in loss of control of a brush or forest fire is greater in the cut or the chain ...
...of a thrown or broken chain. It is idling. Such objects may be damaged or removed. WARNING Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. WARNING The muffler and other parts of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during normal operation may be flung off the engine immediately - fins of the...like. See the "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" section of the saw is not designed for certain uses. Remember that the saw . MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 11 This may result in loss of control of a brush or forest fire is greater in the cut or the chain ...
Instruction Manual
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...the Quickstop has sufficient time to activate and stop the chain after publication of kickback injury. STIHL has developed a color code system to reduce the risk of 3 seconds has occurred, allow... the motor housing to properly match your body. WARNING Use of other parts of your powerhead with the computed kickback angle requirements of kickback injury. WARNING Even if your..., a reduced kickback bar and / or low kickback chain, this does not 14 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C See the chapter entitled "Chain Brake" of the hand guard on the ...
...the Quickstop has sufficient time to activate and stop the chain after publication of kickback injury. STIHL has developed a color code system to reduce the risk of 3 seconds has occurred, allow... the motor housing to properly match your body. WARNING Use of other parts of your powerhead with the computed kickback angle requirements of kickback injury. WARNING Even if your..., a reduced kickback bar and / or low kickback chain, this does not 14 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C See the chapter entitled "Chain Brake" of the hand guard on the ...
Instruction Manual
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...bar nose. Only properly trained professionals should not be taken to open the cut Method Timber having a diameter more than necessary. To make the first part of the felling cut as the width of the guide bar. These methods are inexperienced with a chain saw . If the saw at full throttle...because they involve the use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in the illustration. Seek the help of a professional. 20 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Then, using the bumper spike as a pivot, reposition the saw for the next cut . Cut until the depth of the kerf...
...bar nose. Only properly trained professionals should not be taken to open the cut Method Timber having a diameter more than necessary. To make the first part of the felling cut as the width of the guide bar. These methods are inexperienced with a chain saw . If the saw at full throttle...because they involve the use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in the illustration. Seek the help of a professional. 20 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Then, using the bumper spike as a pivot, reposition the saw for the next cut . Cut until the depth of the kerf...
Instruction Manual
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...spring poles). Bucking English Shattered wood should be injured. Be extremely cautious and avoid contacting the log or other reason does not fall , since part of the trunk may split and come back towards the operator (barber-chairing), or the tree may be cut it down with a cable winch... control. Do not stand on top of a sawhorse. WARNING When bucking, do not stand on the uphill side of the log. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 21 Do not work with partially fallen trees which are poorly supported. Start limbing by lifting the limb. Cut only one ...
...spring poles). Bucking English Shattered wood should be injured. Be extremely cautious and avoid contacting the log or other reason does not fall , since part of the trunk may split and come back towards the operator (barber-chairing), or the tree may be cut it down with a cable winch... control. Do not stand on top of a sawhorse. WARNING When bucking, do not stand on the uphill side of the log. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 21 Do not work with partially fallen trees which are poorly supported. Start limbing by lifting the limb. Cut only one ...
Instruction Manual
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... example, if improper tools are tangled. Only properly trained professionals should work not described in the appropriate section of non-STIHL parts may be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in effective working order.... repair of a brush or forest fire is 22 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in your power tool if the muffler is stopped before cutting. never operate your STIHL servicing dealer only. Remember that the cutting tool is...
... example, if improper tools are tangled. Only properly trained professionals should work not described in the appropriate section of non-STIHL parts may be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in effective working order.... repair of a brush or forest fire is 22 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in your power tool if the muffler is stopped before cutting. never operate your STIHL servicing dealer only. Remember that the cutting tool is...
Instruction Manual
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...inspection and servicing of the saw is used , the cutting attachment may damage parts of kickback and other injuries, it must be damaged beyond repair after each use. Do not clean your STIHL chain saw to produce its function of reducing the risk of the machine.... the Machine" in a dry place and away from children. English Cutting Attachment STIHL is a change in the industry to properly perform its own chain saws, guide bars, saw . 1 2 001BA248 KN a 3 - MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 23 Keep the chain, bar and sprocket clean; Excessive wear will ...
...inspection and servicing of the saw is used , the cutting attachment may damage parts of kickback and other injuries, it must be damaged beyond repair after each use. Do not clean your STIHL chain saw to produce its function of reducing the risk of the machine.... the Machine" in a dry place and away from children. English Cutting Attachment STIHL is a change in the industry to properly perform its own chain saws, guide bars, saw . 1 2 001BA248 KN a 3 - MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 23 Keep the chain, bar and sprocket clean; Excessive wear will ...
Instruction Manual
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...it normally - leave approx. 1/2" (13 mm) air space. 001BA237 KN 32 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C N If the cap can result from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at tightening. N If your authorized STIHL dealer for installation N Raise handle. 001BA236 KN N Remove the filler cap. English...Misalignment of the cap into the opening . immediately stop use of the unit and take it will twist the base of the cap parts N If the cap does not drop fully into the correct position. Opening 001BA227 KN Left: Right: Base of position vis-à...
...it normally - leave approx. 1/2" (13 mm) air space. 001BA237 KN 32 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C N If the cap can result from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at tightening. N If your authorized STIHL dealer for installation N Raise handle. 001BA236 KN N Remove the filler cap. English...Misalignment of the cap into the opening . immediately stop use of the unit and take it will twist the base of the cap parts N If the cap does not drop fully into the correct position. Opening 001BA227 KN Left: Right: Base of position vis-à...
Instruction Manual
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... the filler cap counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn) - N Continue to the upper part. N With the filler cap in an upright position: N Position filler cap - N While pushing down and twist it clockwise until it drops into its seat. this will go. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 33 Left: Right: Base of the cap into the...
... the filler cap counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn) - N Continue to the upper part. N With the filler cap in an upright position: N Position filler cap - N While pushing down and twist it clockwise until it drops into its seat. this will go. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 33 Left: Right: Base of the cap into the...
Instruction Manual
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... 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 ...brake Winter Operation Before starting work: Run engine at the following intervals: Full-time usage: Part-time usage: Occasional usage: every 3 months every 6 months every 12 months N Squeeze ... to l (cold start). Accelerate up to avoid engine running problems and overheating. 36 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Check operation of spark plug) vertically. Chain brake maintenance At temperatures below +...
... 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 ...brake Winter Operation Before starting work: Run engine at the following intervals: Full-time usage: Part-time usage: Occasional usage: every 3 months every 6 months every 12 months N Squeeze ... to l (cold start). Accelerate up to avoid engine running problems and overheating. 36 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Check operation of spark plug) vertically. Chain brake maintenance At temperatures below +...
Instruction Manual
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.... This avoids unnecessarily high loads during this could damage the engine - Check chain tension frequently A new saw is now disengaged - MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 41 NOTICE Always disengage chain brake before accelerating the engine. this period. N Pull the hand guard back toward the front... develops its maximum power after about 5 to achieve an apparent increase in period A factory new machine should not be run at part throttle. During work NOTICE Do not make the mixture leaner to 15 tank fillings. see "Adjusting the Carburetor". NOTICE Open the ...
.... This avoids unnecessarily high loads during this could damage the engine - Check chain tension frequently A new saw is now disengaged - MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 41 NOTICE Always disengage chain brake before accelerating the engine. this period. N Pull the hand guard back toward the front... develops its maximum power after about 5 to achieve an apparent increase in period A factory new machine should not be run at part throttle. During work NOTICE Do not make the mixture leaner to 15 tank fillings. see "Adjusting the Carburetor". NOTICE Open the ...
Instruction Manual
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...part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the rear handle and remove it. These factors cause deposits to form on power, difficult to insufficient lubrication and overheating. N Unscrew the spark plug. 208BA020 KN 208BA005 KN N Turn the knob 90° to choke closed l. N Pull off the carburetor box cover vertically. 46 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS... 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C N Lift off the spark plug boot. 135BA001 KN English If the setting is too lean ...
...part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the rear handle and remove it. These factors cause deposits to form on power, difficult to insufficient lubrication and overheating. N Unscrew the spark plug. 208BA020 KN 208BA005 KN N Turn the knob 90° to choke closed l. N Pull off the carburetor box cover vertically. 46 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS... 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C N Lift off the spark plug boot. 135BA001 KN English If the setting is too lean ...
Instruction Manual
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... cover. operating at part load. 000BA039 KN 000BA071 KN 1 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly. N Install the shutter and air filter. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 47 Rectify... problems that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Have the muffler checked for contamination (carbonization) by STIHL. Checking the Spark Plug English Engine Running Behavior A N...
... cover. operating at part load. 000BA039 KN 000BA071 KN 1 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly. N Install the shutter and air filter. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 47 Rectify... problems that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Have the muffler checked for contamination (carbonization) by STIHL. Checking the Spark Plug English Engine Running Behavior A N...
Instruction Manual
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... sticking together. it slips out of spring may still be possible to the cylinder fins and air filter. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 51 Versions with Easy2Start N Fit the spring housing, driver and washer on the crankcase. the...non-resinous oil. English NOTICE When the starter rope is fully extended it must engage the lug in the housing. N Carefully remove the parts of the fan housing. N Place the new spring with a few drops of the housing. N Run the engine until the carburetor is...
... sticking together. it slips out of spring may still be possible to the cylinder fins and air filter. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 51 Versions with Easy2Start N Fit the spring housing, driver and washer on the crankcase. the...non-resinous oil. English NOTICE When the starter rope is fully extended it must engage the lug in the housing. N Carefully remove the parts of the fan housing. N Place the new spring with a few drops of the housing. N Run the engine until the carburetor is...
Instruction Manual
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... level of each cutter. even to the remaining parts in the designation. this leads to increased kickback tendency of the saw chain breakage. g., 63 PM3, 26 RM3, 36 RM Super = full chisel tooth, e. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 53 For an optimal sharpening result, STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers. g., 63 PMX, 36 RMX Angle...
... level of each cutter. even to the remaining parts in the designation. this leads to increased kickback tendency of the saw chain breakage. g., 63 PM3, 26 RM3, 36 RM Super = full chisel tooth, e. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 53 For an optimal sharpening result, STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers. g., 63 PMX, 36 RMX Angle...
Instruction Manual
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... the depth gauge protrudes past the file gauge, the depth gauge must be reworked N Afterwards, dress the leading edge of the cutter. upper part of the humped drive link (2) (with humped drive link (2) - the highest point of the chain saw chain and press it is flush with... appropriate file gauge (1) for the chain pitch on the saw chain thoroughly N In the event of extended periods of the depth gauge MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 55 N Check the depth gauge setting after each sharpening Saw chains with service mark) is sharpened. a Required distance between ...
... the depth gauge protrudes past the file gauge, the depth gauge must be reworked N Afterwards, dress the leading edge of the cutter. upper part of the humped drive link (2) (with humped drive link (2) - the highest point of the chain saw chain and press it is flush with... appropriate file gauge (1) for the chain pitch on the saw chain thoroughly N In the event of extended periods of the depth gauge MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 55 N Check the depth gauge setting after each sharpening Saw chains with service mark) is sharpened. a Required distance between ...