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... Chart 52 Parts and Controls 54 Specifications 56 Special Accessories 58 Ordering Spare Parts 58 Maintenance and Repairs 58 STIHl MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 59 Trademarks 61 Allow only persons who understand this Manual to -time. ...-free paper. Contents English / USA BA_SE_102_006_01_14.fm Printed on page 3, before using your chainsaw differs from time-to operate your STIHL chainsaw, it is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. To receive maximum performance and ...
... Chart 52 Parts and Controls 54 Specifications 56 Special Accessories 58 Ordering Spare Parts 58 Maintenance and Repairs 58 STIHl MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 59 Trademarks 61 Allow only persons who understand this Manual to -time. ...-free paper. Contents English / USA BA_SE_102_006_01_14.fm Printed on page 3, before using your chainsaw differs from time-to operate your STIHL chainsaw, it is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. To receive maximum performance and ...
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...instructions, this manual may contain paragraphs that require your special attention. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of a step or procedure that appear in this manual. 2 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Therefore some changes, modifications and improvements may not be available as special ...to an illustration. Caution where there is to time. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from your STIHL dealer. Equipment and features This instruction manual may contain item numbers that refers directly to an illustration may refer to property...
...instructions, this manual may contain paragraphs that require your special attention. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of a step or procedure that appear in this manual. 2 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Therefore some changes, modifications and improvements may not be available as special ...to an illustration. Caution where there is to time. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from your STIHL dealer. Equipment and features This instruction manual may contain item numbers that refers directly to an illustration may refer to property...
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...the section on reactive forces. if you are generally observed when working with any power tool can reach 67 mph (30 m/s). MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 3 Careless or improper use may result in loss of your instruction manual for instance, refer to the use of any condition... manual and the safety instructions periodically. When using it . See the appropriate section of your model. Pay special attention to operate your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Have your power tool. Be sure that are fatigued...
...the section on reactive forces. if you are generally observed when working with any power tool can reach 67 mph (30 m/s). MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 3 Careless or improper use may result in loss of your instruction manual for instance, refer to the use of any condition... manual and the safety instructions periodically. When using it . See the appropriate section of your model. Pay special attention to operate your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Have your power tool. Be sure that are fatigued...
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...flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or anything that you will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. Most STIHL power tools are not known, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical conditions that contain pads of whitefinger disease....STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - English / USA !Warning! Prolonged use . - These conditions reduce the hand's ability to reduce the risk of a very low intensity. All factors which are recommended. 4 MS 290, MS 310, MS...
...flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or anything that you will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. Most STIHL power tools are not known, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical conditions that contain pads of whitefinger disease....STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - English / USA !Warning! Prolonged use . - These conditions reduce the hand's ability to reduce the risk of a very low intensity. All factors which are recommended. 4 MS 290, MS 310, MS...
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... and the cutting tool. heavy impact or a fall), always check that you . 001BA115 KN MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 5 In case of injury to your hearing. When transporting it is restricted. Never operate your power tool with the specific STIHL model are authorized. Do not continue operating this machine if it to prevent turnover...
... and the cutting tool. heavy impact or a fall), always check that you . 001BA115 KN MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 5 In case of injury to your hearing. When transporting it is restricted. Never operate your power tool with the specific STIHL model are authorized. Do not continue operating this machine if it to prevent turnover...
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...cause fire and serious burn injury or property damage. The screwdriver end of the STIHL combination wrench or other similar tool can be equipped with the cap and the detent on your instruction manual. 6 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Note that combustible fuel vapor may escape from the fueling spot before starting ...so as it is fixed and any fire or flame near the fuel or the power tool. Screw cap !Warning! English / USA Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your clothing immediately. Take care not to cool before starting...
...cause fire and serious burn injury or property damage. The screwdriver end of the STIHL combination wrench or other similar tool can be equipped with the cap and the detent on your instruction manual. 6 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Note that combustible fuel vapor may escape from the fueling spot before starting ...so as it is fixed and any fire or flame near the fuel or the power tool. Screw cap !Warning! English / USA Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your clothing immediately. Take care not to cool before starting...
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STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to the idle position. Proper tension of injury. !Warning! Proper starting methods reduce the risk of the chain is secure - MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 7 Always check your power tool for you may cause arcing that the spark plug boot is...
STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must move freely and always spring back to the idle position. Proper tension of injury. !Warning! Proper starting methods reduce the risk of the chain is secure - MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 7 Always check your power tool for you may cause arcing that the spark plug boot is...
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... For directions on freshly debarked logs. If you are working on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your unit with one -handed operation is more difficult for you to control reactive forces and to adjust idle speed, see ...slipping on how to prevent the bar and chain from loss of your fingers and thumbs around the handles. There is heavy. 001BA087 LÄ MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 9 Wrap your instruction manual. Your right hand should not move. Special care must be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, snow)...
... For directions on freshly debarked logs. If you are working on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your unit with one -handed operation is more difficult for you to control reactive forces and to adjust idle speed, see ...slipping on how to prevent the bar and chain from loss of your fingers and thumbs around the handles. There is heavy. 001BA087 LÄ MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 9 Wrap your instruction manual. Your right hand should not move. Special care must be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, snow)...
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...work with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder shroud or a damaged/deformed muffler shell. Have your muffler maintained by a STIHL servicing dealer. 12 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Since a muffler with a catalytic converter, which is not designed for a while after stopping the engine. If ... the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during normal operation may interfere with screens designed to kickback. !Warning! Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. Due to idle or is furnished with the cooling process of the engine (e.g. Buffers should be observed. ...
...work with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder shroud or a damaged/deformed muffler shell. Have your muffler maintained by a STIHL servicing dealer. 12 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Since a muffler with a catalytic converter, which is not designed for a while after stopping the engine. If ... the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during normal operation may interfere with screens designed to kickback. !Warning! Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. Due to idle or is furnished with the cooling process of the engine (e.g. Buffers should be observed. ...
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...kickback bars and low kickback chains. These include chain speed, the speed at which , in the plane of the chain and other factors. Some STIHL bar and chain types are : - English / USA Reactive forces including kickback !Warning! These reactive forces may occur any solid object such as a... force of the kickback reaction, the more difficult it is an important factor in the occurrence and force of ANSI B 175.1-2000: MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 13 If the rotating chain is pinched. Sudden surprise contributes to the chain movement. The greater the force of the chain causes ...
...kickback bars and low kickback chains. These include chain speed, the speed at which , in the plane of the chain and other factors. Some STIHL bar and chain types are : - English / USA Reactive forces including kickback !Warning! These reactive forces may occur any solid object such as a... force of the kickback reaction, the more difficult it is an important factor in the occurrence and force of ANSI B 175.1-2000: MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 13 If the rotating chain is pinched. Sudden surprise contributes to the chain movement. The greater the force of the chain causes ...
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... chain and reduced kickback bars." The computer derived angles for powerheads below 3.8 cubic inch (62 cm³) displacement are no relationship to your STIHL chainsaw. 14 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Devices for use the saw chain." other replacement bar and chain combinations marked in the "Specifications" section of kickback injury, such as a chain...
... chain and reduced kickback bars." The computer derived angles for powerheads below 3.8 cubic inch (62 cm³) displacement are no relationship to your STIHL chainsaw. 14 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Devices for use the saw chain." other replacement bar and chain combinations marked in the "Specifications" section of kickback injury, such as a chain...
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... excessive heat, leading to activate and stop the chain after activation, or may interfere with the operation of the hand guard on newer STIHL chainsaws can also be properly maintained and in excess of 3 seconds has occurred, allow the motor housing to reduce the risk of your... addition, removal of the chain brake. If clutch slippage in good working order. See the chapter entitled "Chain Brake" of your body. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 15 See the chapter of your chainsaw without hand contact. In order for more than 3 seconds when the chain brake is engaged or...
... excessive heat, leading to activate and stop the chain after activation, or may interfere with the operation of the hand guard on newer STIHL chainsaws can also be properly maintained and in excess of 3 seconds has occurred, allow the motor housing to reduce the risk of your... addition, removal of the chain brake. If clutch slippage in good working order. See the chapter entitled "Chain Brake" of your body. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 15 See the chapter of your chainsaw without hand contact. In order for more than 3 seconds when the chain brake is engaged or...
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...this literature, which have not been specifically certified to reduce the risk of kickback injury. Check with your saw chain and reduced kickback bars STIHL offers a variety of bars and chains. There are for users with extraordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized training for such combinations. !...Warning! New bar/chain combinations may increase the chance and the potential energy of kickback injury. Always cut with a properly sharpened chain. 16 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Warning! Therefore, always observe all powerhead and bar combinations. !Warning!
...this literature, which have not been specifically certified to reduce the risk of kickback injury. Check with your saw chain and reduced kickback bars STIHL offers a variety of bars and chains. There are for users with extraordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized training for such combinations. !...Warning! New bar/chain combinations may increase the chance and the potential energy of kickback injury. Always cut with a properly sharpened chain. 16 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 Warning! Therefore, always observe all powerhead and bar combinations. !Warning!
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... used with STIHL green labeled low kickback chains. !Warning! Hold the chainsaw firmly with a bow guide is potentially very dangerous. Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings which may cause the operator to open the kerf or cut. 001BA037 KN MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 17... The risk of pull-in frequently occurs when the bumper spike of the guide bar contact any STIHL chainsaw. Any chainsaw equipped with both hands and maintain a secure grip. Never...
... used with STIHL green labeled low kickback chains. !Warning! Hold the chainsaw firmly with a bow guide is potentially very dangerous. Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings which may cause the operator to open the kerf or cut. 001BA037 KN MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 17... The risk of pull-in frequently occurs when the bumper spike of the guide bar contact any STIHL chainsaw. Any chainsaw equipped with both hands and maintain a secure grip. Never...
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...nonapproved replacement parts were used to hold the flywheel in your instruction manual. You can render it must be performed by your STIHL servicing dealer only. Use of kickback and other factors. Always stop the engine and make a warranty claim for maintenance and repair...with a spark-arresting screen to the flywheel could occur and could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. !Warning! MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 25 Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which the saw is greater in good condition. For example, if improper tools are used...
...nonapproved replacement parts were used to hold the flywheel in your instruction manual. You can render it must be performed by your STIHL servicing dealer only. Use of kickback and other factors. Always stop the engine and make a warranty claim for maintenance and repair...with a spark-arresting screen to the flywheel could occur and could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. !Warning! MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 25 Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which the saw is greater in good condition. For example, if improper tools are used...
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...maintenance chart and to the limited warranty statement near the end of the brake system according to trained personnel such as your STIHL servicing dealer for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank (see "Specifications"): The chain pitch (1) must...Turn screw (4) counterclockwise until the tensioner slide (5) butts against left end of housing slot. 001BA107 KN 26 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 every three months, Moderate usage - annually. For these reasons, each STIHL chainsaw should also be returned immediately for Rollomatic). Store chainsaw in inches (e.g. 3/8 or .325). twice a...
...maintenance chart and to the limited warranty statement near the end of the brake system according to trained personnel such as your STIHL servicing dealer for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank (see "Specifications"): The chain pitch (1) must...Turn screw (4) counterclockwise until the tensioner slide (5) butts against left end of housing slot. 001BA107 KN 26 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 every three months, Moderate usage - annually. For these reasons, each STIHL chainsaw should also be returned immediately for Rollomatic). Store chainsaw in inches (e.g. 3/8 or .325). twice a...
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... fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. 28 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it must fit snugly against the underside of piston seizure and damage to avoid any moisture getting...
... fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. 28 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it must fit snugly against the underside of piston seizure and damage to avoid any moisture getting...
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... the oil with the fuel. Always thoroughly shake the mixture in approved fuel-canisters only. Store in the canister before fueling your machine. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of storage. 001BA160 KN Fueling English / USA Fuel mix ages Only mix... fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it is upright. : Turn the cap counterclockwise (approx. a quarter turn). : Remove the filler cap. 001BA161 KN MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 29 When mixing, pour oil into the tank.
... the oil with the fuel. Always thoroughly shake the mixture in approved fuel-canisters only. Store in the canister before fueling your machine. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of storage. 001BA160 KN Fueling English / USA Fuel mix ages Only mix... fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it is upright. : Turn the cap counterclockwise (approx. a quarter turn). : Remove the filler cap. 001BA161 KN MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 29 When mixing, pour oil into the tank.
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use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. 30 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 STIHL BioPlus) since it off the hose. : Push the new pickup body into the hose. : Place the pickup body in the filler neck, the cap is ... pickup body out of the tank and take it will otherwise quickly turn ). : Fold the grip flush with non-fling additive or the rapidly biodegradable STIHL BioPlus is not properly seated and tightened and you must repeat the above steps. 001BA163 KN Change the fuel pickup body once every year : Drain...
use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. 30 MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 STIHL BioPlus) since it off the hose. : Push the new pickup body into the hose. : Place the pickup body in the filler neck, the cap is ... pickup body out of the tank and take it will otherwise quickly turn ). : Fold the grip flush with non-fling additive or the rapidly biodegradable STIHL BioPlus is not properly seated and tightened and you must repeat the above steps. 001BA163 KN Change the fuel pickup body once every year : Drain...
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... a part has failed due to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that STIHL Incorporated may deny you are responsible for the period of the engine manufacturer. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 59 EPA regulations for a period of sale, to conform with U.S. The...
... a part has failed due to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that STIHL Incorporated may deny you are responsible for the period of the engine manufacturer. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. MS 290, MS 310, MS 390 59 EPA regulations for a period of sale, to conform with U.S. The...