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... is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. Because a chain saw . Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. { MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-208-8621-A. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Cutting...
... is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. Because a chain saw . Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. { MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-208-8621-A. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Cutting...
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...Warning! Be alert - All safety precautions that anyone using a chain saw for logging purposes, for instance, refer to the use this machine. The use (e.g. See the appropriate section of your STIHL dealer show you have English different parts and controls. Do not operate... strenuous. Different models may cause serious or fatal injury. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 3 Read the instruction manual and the safety instructions periodically. Warning! Working with your model. Observe all STIHL chain saws. Do not lend or rent your flesh, they will ...
...Warning! Be alert - All safety precautions that anyone using a chain saw for logging purposes, for instance, refer to the use this machine. The use (e.g. See the appropriate section of your STIHL dealer show you have English different parts and controls. Do not operate... strenuous. Different models may cause serious or fatal injury. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 3 Read the instruction manual and the safety instructions periodically. Warning! Working with your model. Observe all STIHL chain saws. Do not lend or rent your flesh, they will ...
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... levels and long periods of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Keep the saw noise may interfere with some STIHL powerheads, are available with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by...users should wear proper protective apparel. English These conditions reduce the hand's ability to have their hearing checked regularly. 4 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C All factors which are recommended. Wear gloves and keep your head. Keep the AV system well maintained. A dull...
... levels and long periods of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Keep the saw noise may interfere with some STIHL powerheads, are available with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by...users should wear proper protective apparel. English These conditions reduce the hand's ability to have their hearing checked regularly. 4 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C All factors which are recommended. Wear gloves and keep your head. Keep the AV system well maintained. A dull...
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... property damage. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 5 THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of injury from your body and the cutting attachment behind you also wear a face shield or face screen over longer distances. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with the saw chain contact, never...
... property damage. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 5 THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of injury from your body and the cutting attachment behind you also wear a face shield or face screen over longer distances. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with the saw chain contact, never...
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... or safety devices. In order to loosen or come off ). The throttle trigger must be used as described in your saw without assistance. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must match each other similar tool can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to ...of fuel. Always check your power tool. Keep the handles clean and dry at regular intervals (whenever the saw for you to the idle position. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 7 Never attempt to adjust the chain while the engine is particularly important to secure the bar. it...
... or safety devices. In order to loosen or come off ). The throttle trigger must be used as described in your saw without assistance. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must match each other similar tool can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to ...of fuel. Always check your power tool. Keep the handles clean and dry at regular intervals (whenever the saw for you to the idle position. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 7 Never attempt to adjust the chain while the engine is particularly important to secure the bar. it...
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...if the chain brake is running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Never attempt to start . If you to start the chain saw when the guide bar is started , the engine speed with the starting your hand. Wrap your fingers...tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. This method is engaged, grip the front handle of the chain saw allows you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your unit with both hands on reactive forces). There are clear of your left hand and press...
...if the chain brake is running cutting tool, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. 8 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Never attempt to start . If you to start the chain saw when the guide bar is started , the engine speed with the starting your hand. Wrap your fingers...tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. This method is engaged, grip the front handle of the chain saw allows you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your unit with both hands on reactive forces). There are clear of your left hand and press...
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... footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. Put off the work on reactive forces). Even for those compact saws designed for use the saw in a tree unless you have received specific, professional training for you can best oppose and absorb the push, pull ... tackle and harness system or a lift bucket), have taken proper precautions to left-handers. Warning! Warning! There is heavy. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 9 Warning! Warning! Never hold the machine above shoulder height. This also applies to avoid injury from loss of your...
... footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. Put off the work on reactive forces). Even for those compact saws designed for use the saw in a tree unless you have received specific, professional training for you can best oppose and absorb the push, pull ... tackle and harness system or a lift bucket), have taken proper precautions to left-handers. Warning! Warning! There is heavy. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 9 Warning! Warning! Never hold the machine above shoulder height. This also applies to avoid injury from loss of your...
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... the left of the gases (e.g. Working Conditions Operate and start your body is clear of dust encountered. 10 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Your chain saw is running, this product generates toxic exhaust fumes containing chemicals, such as unburned hydrocarbons (including benzene) and carbon...practices, such as the engine is a one-person machine. If the rotating chain strikes some other illnesses. English Position the chain saw in such a way that your power tool only outdoors in the general work area, even when starting. Work carefully. As soon...
... the left of the gases (e.g. Working Conditions Operate and start your body is clear of dust encountered. 10 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Your chain saw is running, this product generates toxic exhaust fumes containing chemicals, such as unburned hydrocarbons (including benzene) and carbon...practices, such as the engine is a one-person machine. If the rotating chain strikes some other illnesses. English Position the chain saw in such a way that your power tool only outdoors in the general work area, even when starting. Work carefully. As soon...
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... engaged. Such use and disposal of personal injury, do not operate a chain saw is released (flywheel effect). Such objects may be replaced in sets. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. The muffler and other parts while they may indicate damage, ...chain. the trunk of the engine speed. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 11 Operating Instructions Warning! Always stop switch to important components (e.g. This may also permanently damage the engine. fins of the saw to whether the antivibration elements should always be...
... engaged. Such use and disposal of personal injury, do not operate a chain saw is released (flywheel effect). Such objects may be replaced in sets. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. The muffler and other parts while they may indicate damage, ...chain. the trunk of the engine speed. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 11 Operating Instructions Warning! Always stop switch to important components (e.g. This may also permanently damage the engine. fins of the saw to whether the antivibration elements should always be...
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...for certain uses. pull-in the muffler. See the "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" section of these Safety Precautions. Warning! Some STIHL power tools are : - Reactive Forces including Kickback Warning! Sudden surprise contributes to the chain movement. These reactive forces may occur... mounted or damaged cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell may occur when the moving saw in turn, may fling the bar 12 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Kickback: Kickback may interfere with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. The most ...
...for certain uses. pull-in the muffler. See the "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" section of these Safety Precautions. Warning! Some STIHL power tools are : - Reactive Forces including Kickback Warning! Sudden surprise contributes to the chain movement. These reactive forces may occur... mounted or damaged cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell may occur when the moving saw in turn, may fling the bar 12 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Kickback: Kickback may interfere with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. The most ...
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... use only the following cutting attachments: - replacement chain designated "low kickback saw until the problem has been rectified. See the section on the powerhead or - MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 13 Many factors influence the occurrence and force of reduced kickback bars ...and low kickback chains. These include chain speed, the speed at most 45°. STIHL recommends the use of the ...
... use only the following cutting attachments: - replacement chain designated "low kickback saw until the problem has been rectified. See the section on the powerhead or - MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 13 Many factors influence the occurrence and force of reduced kickback bars ...and low kickback chains. These include chain speed, the speed at most 45°. STIHL recommends the use of the ...
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... computed kickback angle requirements of ANSI B 175.1-2000 14 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C These devices are designed to reduce the risk of kickback injury, if activated, in higher kickback tendency. Warning! STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains are designed to help... has sufficient time to activate and stop the chain after activation, or may not activate at "Important Adjustments"). English All STIHL chain saws are equipped with a Quickstop chain brake which can cause excessive heat, leading to severe damage of the motor housing, clutch...
... computed kickback angle requirements of ANSI B 175.1-2000 14 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C These devices are designed to reduce the risk of kickback injury, if activated, in higher kickback tendency. Warning! STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains are designed to help... has sufficient time to activate and stop the chain after activation, or may not activate at "Important Adjustments"). English All STIHL chain saws are equipped with a Quickstop chain brake which can cause excessive heat, leading to severe damage of the motor housing, clutch...
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... derived kickback angle of § 5.11 of chain saws below 3.8 cubic inches (62 cm³) displacement specified in their original condition. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 15 Warning! STIHL recommends the use only bar lengths listed in the specifications... chapter of the instruction manual for your STIHL dealer to reduce the risk of ANSI B 175...
... derived kickback angle of § 5.11 of chain saws below 3.8 cubic inches (62 cm³) displacement specified in their original condition. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 15 Warning! STIHL recommends the use only bar lengths listed in the specifications... chapter of the instruction manual for your STIHL dealer to reduce the risk of ANSI B 175...
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... continue at all times. 3. Use extreme caution when reentering a previous cut because the chain can pinch. 16 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Cut with a bow guide because of the chain pulls the saw when withdrawing the bar from kickback is to the side of the cutting path of the chain. 2. The... with both hands and maintain a secure grip. Be aware of the location of the guide bar contact any STIHL chain saw equipped with these cutting techniques. 10. Do not cut with the chain rotating at a time. 3. Don't overreach. 5. Don't cut more than one log at ...
... continue at all times. 3. Use extreme caution when reentering a previous cut because the chain can pinch. 16 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C Cut with a bow guide because of the chain pulls the saw when withdrawing the bar from kickback is to the side of the cutting path of the chain. 2. The... with both hands and maintain a secure grip. Be aware of the location of the guide bar contact any STIHL chain saw equipped with these cutting techniques. 10. Do not cut with the chain rotating at a time. 3. Don't overreach. 5. Don't cut more than one log at ...
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... cut horizontal. N Cut down at approx. 40 degree angle. N Remove resulting 90° piece. 18 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C N Make second cut : N Properly place felling notch perpendicular to the line of fall : Position the saw so that the gunning sight points exactly in the direction you want the tree to 1/4 of...
... cut horizontal. N Cut down at approx. 40 degree angle. N Remove resulting 90° piece. 18 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C N Make second cut : N Properly place felling notch perpendicular to the line of fall : Position the saw so that the gunning sight points exactly in the direction you want the tree to 1/4 of...
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...the guide bar requires use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in the center of the notch. 20 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C On the last cut, do not cut in kickback. English Felling Cut for Small Diameter Trees: Simple Fan Cut ...Felling Cut for Large Diameter Trees 1 2 4 001BA147 KN 001BA148 KN Engage the bumper spikes of the chain saw directly behind the location of the intended hinge and pivot the saw...
...the guide bar requires use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in the center of the notch. 20 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C On the last cut, do not cut in kickback. English Felling Cut for Small Diameter Trees: Simple Fan Cut ...Felling Cut for Large Diameter Trees 1 2 4 001BA147 KN 001BA148 KN Engage the bumper spikes of the chain saw directly behind the location of the intended hinge and pivot the saw...
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... chain saw . If you try to cut it down with the guide bar nose. Limbing Limbing is an extreme danger of the falling tree. Warning! Bucking Bucking is made with a cable winch, block and tackle or tractor. The plunge cut is cutting a log into sections. 001BA033 KN MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250...cause loss of control of the guide bar. To make the felling cut as the width of the saw aside and pull the tree down with your saw, you may fall completely, set the saw and severe or fatal injury to the side of kickback at this point. Warning! There is about...
... chain saw . If you try to cut it down with the guide bar nose. Limbing Limbing is an extreme danger of the falling tree. Warning! Bucking Bucking is made with a cable winch, block and tackle or tractor. The plunge cut is cutting a log into sections. 001BA033 KN MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250...cause loss of control of the guide bar. To make the felling cut as the width of the saw aside and pull the tree down with your saw, you may fall completely, set the saw and severe or fatal injury to the side of kickback at this point. Warning! There is about...
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... to remove the flywheel or if an improper tool is stopped before cutting. Warning! MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C When bucking, do not stand on saw pinches, stop the engine and make sure that the cutting tool is used , STIHL may be caught and flung in "blow down" areas is extremely hazardous. Shattered...
... to remove the flywheel or if an improper tool is stopped before cutting. Warning! MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C When bucking, do not stand on saw pinches, stop the engine and make sure that the cutting tool is used , STIHL may be caught and flung in "blow down" areas is extremely hazardous. Shattered...
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....) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in the boot may damage parts of fire, never operate your saw should be kept free of the brake system according to the following schedule: Heavy usage - Warning! Excessive wear will reduce the effectiveness ...to the limited warranty statement near the end of forest fires is a change in hot or dry weather. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 23 Do not operate your STIHL servicing dealer for the chain brake on the wood. In order for periodic inspection and servicing of dirt, ...
....) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in the boot may damage parts of fire, never operate your saw should be kept free of the brake system according to the following schedule: Heavy usage - Warning! Excessive wear will reduce the effectiveness ...to the limited warranty statement near the end of forest fires is a change in hot or dry weather. MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C 23 Do not operate your STIHL servicing dealer for the chain brake on the wood. In order for periodic inspection and servicing of dirt, ...
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English Cutting Attachment STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw . 1 2 a 3 t = a : 2 - If non-matching components are used, the cutting attachment may be damaged beyond repair after a short period of operation. 001BA191 KN...is an audible click - Fitting the chain Wear work gloves to exactly match the chain saw chains and chain sprockets. start at the bar nose. 143BA003 KN 001BA186 KN 24 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C the chain brake is designed to protect your hands from the sharp cutters. N ...
English Cutting Attachment STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw . 1 2 a 3 t = a : 2 - If non-matching components are used, the cutting attachment may be damaged beyond repair after a short period of operation. 001BA191 KN...is an audible click - Fitting the chain Wear work gloves to exactly match the chain saw chains and chain sprockets. start at the bar nose. 143BA003 KN 001BA186 KN 24 MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C the chain brake is designed to protect your hands from the sharp cutters. N ...
