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... in Germany Printed on page 3, before using your chainsaw. Rei. paper can be observed as with any of your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for information and assistance. 1 Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. Printed in this...42 Specifications 44 Ordering Spare Parts 45 Maintenance and Repairs 45 Trademarks 45 Addresses 46 STIHl MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C English / USA Allow only persons who understand this Manual. !Warning! © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2007 0458 181 8621. BA_SE_091_006_01_07.fm Contents Guide to ...
... in Germany Printed on page 3, before using your chainsaw. Rei. paper can be observed as with any of your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for information and assistance. 1 Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. Printed in this...42 Specifications 44 Ordering Spare Parts 45 Maintenance and Repairs 45 Trademarks 45 Addresses 46 STIHl MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C English / USA Allow only persons who understand this Manual. !Warning! © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2007 0458 181 8621. BA_SE_091_006_01_07.fm Contents Guide to ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... models and related applications are made from time to time. Note or hint on all of the situation and result in this manual. 2 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of the machine. Note or hint which is not essential for assistance. English / USA Guide to Using this Manual...
... models and related applications are made from time to time. Note or hint on all of the situation and result in this manual. 2 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of the machine. Note or hint which is not essential for assistance. English / USA Guide to Using this Manual...
Product Instruction Manual
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... with both hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and the left hand on the saw chain along the top of the ANSI Standard. STIHL has developed a color code system using green and yellow to help you should take several steps to be used with thumbs and fingers encircling the... element of this manual. Do not overreach or cut . Kickback Safety Precautions !Warning! Follow manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance instructions for Chain Saw Users English / USA A. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 3
... with both hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and the left hand on the saw chain along the top of the ANSI Standard. STIHL has developed a color code system using green and yellow to help you should take several steps to be used with thumbs and fingers encircling the... element of this manual. Do not overreach or cut . Kickback Safety Precautions !Warning! Follow manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance instructions for Chain Saw Users English / USA A. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 3
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... Do not start cutting until you have been specifically trained to reduce the risk of Federal Regulations, Parts 1910 and 1928. 4 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Before you off the motor before setting the chainsaw down. 11. When cutting a limb that is under tension be whipped...should be struck when the tension in a tree unless you will not be performed by competent chainsaw service personnel. 16. When transporting your STIHL dealer about these devices. Do not operate a chainsaw that you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path ...
... Do not start cutting until you have been specifically trained to reduce the risk of Federal Regulations, Parts 1910 and 1928. 4 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Before you off the motor before setting the chainsaw down. 11. When cutting a limb that is under tension be whipped...should be struck when the tension in a tree unless you will not be performed by competent chainsaw service personnel. 16. When transporting your STIHL dealer about these devices. Do not operate a chainsaw that you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path ...
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... the controls and function of the parts of your chainsaw without the Owner`s Manual. the saw or extension cord. Be alert - MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 5 Pay special attention to vibrations may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. However, because a ... or improper use of any chainsaw may be strenuous. All safety precautions that might impair vision, dexterity or judgement. Observe all STIHL chainsaws. Do not let bystanders contact chain saw 3. Prolonged use of a chainsaw involves 1. It is in good physical condition ...
... the controls and function of the parts of your chainsaw without the Owner`s Manual. the saw or extension cord. Be alert - MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 5 Pay special attention to vibrations may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. However, because a ... or improper use of any chainsaw may be strenuous. All safety precautions that might impair vision, dexterity or judgement. Observe all STIHL chainsaws. Do not let bystanders contact chain saw 3. Prolonged use of a chainsaw involves 1. It is in good physical condition ...
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...or carpal tunnel syndrome. Take frequent breaks. If any of whitefinger disease. To reduce the risk of their hearing checked regularly. 6 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Wear overalls or jeans with your national standard. Never operate a chainsaw unless wearing goggles or properly fitted safety glasses with ... be sturdy and snug-fitting, but do not guarantee that could become entangled with the saw with loose components will also tend to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric motor or this tool. In order to your head. Keep the saw chain sharp and the saw chain...
...or carpal tunnel syndrome. Take frequent breaks. If any of whitefinger disease. To reduce the risk of their hearing checked regularly. 6 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Wear overalls or jeans with your national standard. Never operate a chainsaw unless wearing goggles or properly fitted safety glasses with ... be sturdy and snug-fitting, but do not guarantee that could become entangled with the saw with loose components will also tend to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric motor or this tool. In order to your head. Keep the saw chain sharp and the saw chain...
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... guard must be fitted on the guide bar when transporting the saw held in a vehicle. The saw should be extremely dangerous. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 7 Only attachments and parts supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by the power cable. Take off and the saw in the proper position, i.e. Although certain unauthorized attachments...
... guard must be fitted on the guide bar when transporting the saw held in a vehicle. The saw should be extremely dangerous. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 7 Only attachments and parts supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by the power cable. Take off and the saw in the proper position, i.e. Although certain unauthorized attachments...
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... fling the bar up and back in an uncontrolled arc mainly in the plane of reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. 12 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Kickback may help you use of the bar. The greater the force of the kickback reaction. pull-in the direction opposite... chain you avoid loss of the chain causes a rotational force on the chainsaw in . Some STIHL bar and chain types are - These include chain speed, the speed at which may occur instantly. STIHL recommends the use is pinched. 001BA093 LÄ 001BA035 KN The reaction of the cutting force of...
... fling the bar up and back in an uncontrolled arc mainly in the plane of reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. 12 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C Kickback may help you use of the bar. The greater the force of the kickback reaction. pull-in the direction opposite... chain you avoid loss of the chain causes a rotational force on the chainsaw in . Some STIHL bar and chain types are - These include chain speed, the speed at which may occur instantly. STIHL recommends the use is pinched. 001BA093 LÄ 001BA035 KN The reaction of the cutting force of...
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... Do not use only the following cutting attachments: - It is available as standard equipment on your local STIHL Service Center! Take the saw immediately if the chain brake does not function properly. other replacement bar and... comply with certain cutting attachments, - The Quickstop is called a Quickstop chain brake. Compliance with at most older STIHL saws. must be equipped with § 5.11 of ANSI B 175.1-2000 does not automatic-ally mean that ...most 45°. !Warning! and must , in certain kickback situations. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 13
... Do not use only the following cutting attachments: - It is available as standard equipment on your local STIHL Service Center! Take the saw immediately if the chain brake does not function properly. other replacement bar and... comply with certain cutting attachments, - The Quickstop is called a Quickstop chain brake. Compliance with at most older STIHL saws. must be equipped with § 5.11 of ANSI B 175.1-2000 does not automatic-ally mean that ...most 45°. !Warning! and must , in certain kickback situations. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 13
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... kickback saw equipped with extraordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized training for both experienced and inexperienced chainsaw users. 14 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C In order for the Quickstop to activate and stop the chain after activation, or may increase the time needed... to help you identify the STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. An improperly maintained chain brake may not activate at all....
... kickback saw equipped with extraordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized training for both experienced and inexperienced chainsaw users. 14 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C In order for the Quickstop to activate and stop the chain after activation, or may increase the time needed... to help you identify the STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains. An improperly maintained chain brake may not activate at all....
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...kickback injury. STIHL has developed low kickback chain for details. !Warning! Bow Guides !Warning! Any chainsaw equipped with a bowguide is increased with a bow guide because of kickback is potentially very dangerous. The risk of the increased kickback contact area. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C ... used with other , non-listed bar/chain combinations may increase the chance and the potential energy of kickback injury. See your "STIHL Bar and Chain Information" leaflet for your powerhead. Even if your saw chain" is equipped with a Quickstop, a reduced kickback bar...
...kickback injury. STIHL has developed low kickback chain for details. !Warning! Bow Guides !Warning! Any chainsaw equipped with a bowguide is increased with a bow guide because of kickback is potentially very dangerous. The risk of the increased kickback contact area. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C ... used with other , non-listed bar/chain combinations may increase the chance and the potential energy of kickback injury. See your "STIHL Bar and Chain Information" leaflet for your powerhead. Even if your saw chain" is equipped with a Quickstop, a reduced kickback bar...
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... / USA !Warning! wind, lean of roads, railways and power lines, etc., take extra precautions. As stated above, however, STIHL recommends against use in direction while the tree is falling. 001BA088 LÄ MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 17 There are a number of movement necessary for broken or dead branches which are decayed or rotted...
... / USA !Warning! wind, lean of roads, railways and power lines, etc., take extra precautions. As stated above, however, STIHL recommends against use in direction while the tree is falling. 001BA088 LÄ MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 17 There are a number of movement necessary for broken or dead branches which are decayed or rotted...
Product Instruction Manual
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...cleaning the saw is doubleinsulated. Keep the chain, bar and sprocket clean; replace worn sprockets or chains. Keep the chain at your STIHL chainsaw to the following schedule: Heavy usage - In order for double-insulated appliance must be added to the parts they replace. !...maintenance or repair work performed at proper tension. Like an automobile brake, a chainsaw chain brake incurs wear each use. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 23 Only authorized personnel may reduce friction of the brake system according to properly perform its function of reducing ...
...cleaning the saw is doubleinsulated. Keep the chain, bar and sprocket clean; replace worn sprockets or chains. Keep the chain at your STIHL chainsaw to the following schedule: Heavy usage - In order for double-insulated appliance must be added to the parts they replace. !...maintenance or repair work performed at proper tension. Like an automobile brake, a chainsaw chain brake incurs wear each use. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 23 Only authorized personnel may reduce friction of the brake system according to properly perform its function of reducing ...
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... : Turn screw (2) counterclockwise until tensioning nut (3) butts against the left end of the housing slot. 100BA002 KN 100BA001 KN : Wear work gloves to protect your STIHL Owner's Manual should have the scabbard mounted or be in a dry place and away from power supply. : Unscrew the nut and take off the cover... also be returned immediately for your chainsaw set forth in your hands. : Fit the chain, start at the same time. 143BA003 KN 100BA004 KN 24 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C
... : Turn screw (2) counterclockwise until tensioning nut (3) butts against the left end of the housing slot. 100BA002 KN 100BA001 KN : Wear work gloves to protect your STIHL Owner's Manual should have the scabbard mounted or be in a dry place and away from power supply. : Unscrew the nut and take off the cover... also be returned immediately for your chainsaw set forth in your hands. : Fit the chain, start at the same time. 143BA003 KN 100BA004 KN 24 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C
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...the front handle and hold it will otherwise quickly turn to use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. 28 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C For automatic and reliable lubrication of the chain and guide bar depends on . : Wear work ...gloves to seize. This results in hard deposits that has been in the area of the chain drive, clutch and chain. see chapter "Operating Instructions". Biological chain oil must still be resistant to aging (e.g. STIHL...
...the front handle and hold it will otherwise quickly turn to use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. 28 MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C For automatic and reliable lubrication of the chain and guide bar depends on . : Wear work ...gloves to seize. This results in hard deposits that has been in the area of the chain drive, clutch and chain. see chapter "Operating Instructions". Biological chain oil must still be resistant to aging (e.g. STIHL...
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... cutting attachment will be broken in chain, check chain tension and adjust if necessary - see "Checking Chain Tension". 143BA024 KN MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 29 Filling Chain Oil Tank English / USA Checking Chain Lubrication If special chain lubricant is not available, you have ...during operation. : Top up oil tank when the "min" mark (2) is environmentally harmful! in tank before starting work performed only by a STIHL servicing dealer. Medical studies have shown that no dirt falls into the tank. : Fill up with waste oil can cause skin cancer. Moreover,...
... cutting attachment will be broken in chain, check chain tension and adjust if necessary - see "Checking Chain Tension". 143BA024 KN MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 29 Filling Chain Oil Tank English / USA Checking Chain Lubrication If special chain lubricant is not available, you have ...during operation. : Top up oil tank when the "min" mark (2) is environmentally harmful! in tank before starting work performed only by a STIHL servicing dealer. Medical studies have shown that no dirt falls into the tank. : Fill up with waste oil can cause skin cancer. Moreover,...
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Outdoor operation: Connect the saw must be the same. STIHL recommends that meets the specifications in electrical equipment. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 31 If the fuse or circuit breaker is tripped when you have it serviced and maintained regularly by trained personnel. ...Chain brake maintenance The chain brake is necessary to normal wear. MSE 140 cord length (ft) 50 100 150 wire size (AWG) 14 12 10 MSE 180 cord length (ft) 50 wire size (AWG) 10 100 150 1) 1) 1) not recommended Listed by a STIHL servicing dealer at least 35 ft /10 m long) that...
Outdoor operation: Connect the saw must be the same. STIHL recommends that meets the specifications in electrical equipment. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 31 If the fuse or circuit breaker is tripped when you have it serviced and maintained regularly by trained personnel. ...Chain brake maintenance The chain brake is necessary to normal wear. MSE 140 cord length (ft) 50 100 150 wire size (AWG) 14 12 10 MSE 180 cord length (ft) 50 wire size (AWG) 10 100 150 1) 1) 1) not recommended Listed by a STIHL servicing dealer at least 35 ft /10 m long) that...
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... with corrosion inhibiting oil. : Thoroughly clean the machine, paying special attenton to use biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. STIHL Bioplus, completely fill the chain oil tank. : Store the machine in (0.5 mm) since this would reduce the life of ...STIHL chain sprockets. out of the reach of the wear marks. Use a gauge (special accessory) to check the depth of children and other unauthorized persons. : Disconnect the plug from the power supply. : Remove the chain sprocket cover, chain and guide bar. Replace the chain sprocket: a - MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE...
... with corrosion inhibiting oil. : Thoroughly clean the machine, paying special attenton to use biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. STIHL Bioplus, completely fill the chain oil tank. : Store the machine in (0.5 mm) since this would reduce the life of ...STIHL chain sprockets. out of the reach of the wear marks. Use a gauge (special accessory) to check the depth of children and other unauthorized persons. : Disconnect the plug from the power supply. : Remove the chain sprocket cover, chain and guide bar. Replace the chain sprocket: a - MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE...
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... labels 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer 2) see "Chain Brake" Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X Clean X Check operation X Check operation X Check 1) 2) X Clean X Check X Check, also check sharpness X Check chain tension X Sharpen X Check (wear, damage) Clean and turn over X X X Deburr Replace Check Clean X X X X X Retighten X Check Replace chain sprocket cover X X Check X Replace 1) X Replace X MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200...
... labels 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer 2) see "Chain Brake" Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X Clean X Check operation X Check operation X Check 1) 2) X Clean X Check X Check, also check sharpness X Check chain tension X Sharpen X Check (wear, damage) Clean and turn over X X X Deburr Replace Check Clean X X X X X Retighten X Check Replace chain sprocket cover X X Check X Replace 1) X Replace X MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200...
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...definition of "low kickback chain" on this manual): Guide bar STIHL reduced kickback bar (with green label) for 3/8" P pitch: - English / USA Specifications MSE 140 C Voltage Frequency Rating Enclosure Insulation Amp rating MSE 180 C Voltage Frequency Rating Enclosure Insulation Amp rating 120 V 60 ...20 II 15 A Chain lubrication Fully automatic speed-controlled oil pump Oil tank capacity 6.8 oz (0.20 L) Weight without bar and chain MSE 140 C MSE 180 C 7.3 lbs (3.3 kg) 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) Cutting Attachment Recommended cutting attachments for compliance with § 5.11 of ANSI standard...
...definition of "low kickback chain" on this manual): Guide bar STIHL reduced kickback bar (with green label) for 3/8" P pitch: - English / USA Specifications MSE 140 C Voltage Frequency Rating Enclosure Insulation Amp rating MSE 180 C Voltage Frequency Rating Enclosure Insulation Amp rating 120 V 60 ...20 II 15 A Chain lubrication Fully automatic speed-controlled oil pump Oil tank capacity 6.8 oz (0.20 L) Weight without bar and chain MSE 140 C MSE 180 C 7.3 lbs (3.3 kg) 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) Cutting Attachment Recommended cutting attachments for compliance with § 5.11 of ANSI standard...
