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... your chain saw. 45 To receive maximum performance and 45 satisfaction from your STIHL chain saw is protected by copyright. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your chain saw to reduce the risk of personal injury. All ...Parts 42 Specifications 43 Ordering Spare Parts Maintenance and Repairs Disposal Limited Warranty Trademarks Addresses 44 Allow only persons who fully understand 45 this manual. WARNING Because a chain saw , it is important that you can be observed as with electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. MSE 170 C, MSE 210...
... your chain saw. 45 To receive maximum performance and 45 satisfaction from your STIHL chain saw is protected by copyright. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your chain saw to reduce the risk of personal injury. All ...Parts 42 Specifications 43 Ordering Spare Parts Maintenance and Repairs Disposal Limited Warranty Trademarks Addresses 44 Allow only persons who fully understand 45 this manual. WARNING Because a chain saw , it is important that you can be observed as with electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. MSE 170 C, MSE 210...
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...movement necessary for stationary use of genuine STIHL replacement parts. The freedom of noise emitting chain...for this chain saw. if you have different parts and controls. English Safety Precautions and Working Techniques.... Have your chain saw . Use your STIHL dealer show you are generally observed when working...times by strenuous work is not moving. STIHL recommends the use it understands the information...vision, dexterity or judgment. Observe all STIHL chain saws. WARNING Do not lend ...the controls and the function of the parts of chain saws. Tiredness may result...
...movement necessary for stationary use of genuine STIHL replacement parts. The freedom of noise emitting chain...for this chain saw. if you have different parts and controls. English Safety Precautions and Working Techniques.... Have your chain saw . Use your STIHL dealer show you are generally observed when working...times by strenuous work is not moving. STIHL recommends the use it understands the information...vision, dexterity or judgment. Observe all STIHL chain saws. WARNING Do not lend ...the controls and the function of the parts of chain saws. Tiredness may result...
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... To reduce the risk of injury, the operator should not interfere with a pacemaker. MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C In order to reduce the risk of this chain saw (or other power tools...disease are not known, but do not guarantee that you will increase the vibrations transmitted to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric motor of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the... unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on branches, brush or the moving parts of leather or wear resistant material) when handling the chain saw should wear proper protective apparel...
... To reduce the risk of injury, the operator should not interfere with a pacemaker. MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C In order to reduce the risk of this chain saw (or other power tools...disease are not known, but do not guarantee that you will increase the vibrations transmitted to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric motor of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the... unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on branches, brush or the moving parts of leather or wear resistant material) when handling the chain saw should wear proper protective apparel...
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... operate your chain saw with the specific STIHL model are walking. WARNING Do not carry the chain saw must be over your goggles or protective glasses. If this chain saw noise may become damaged. 001BA069 LÄ MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 5 Do not continue operating this chain saw parts see the chapter on a rough surface (concrete...
... operate your chain saw with the specific STIHL model are walking. WARNING Do not carry the chain saw must be over your goggles or protective glasses. If this chain saw noise may become damaged. 001BA069 LÄ MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 5 Do not continue operating this chain saw parts see the chapter on a rough surface (concrete...
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... sawhorse - Special care must be whipped toward you or pull you are approached. 001BA082 KN 8 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C There is more difficult for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots, rocks, holes and ... if you off the work when the weather is windy, stormy or rainfall is running. STIHL recommends that your body is clear of the cut injuries, keep hands and feet away from...injury to strike the operator. It is increased danger of slipping on a ladder or any other part of control and strike the operator or some other object, a reactive force may cause the moving...
... sawhorse - Special care must be whipped toward you or pull you are approached. 001BA082 KN 8 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C There is more difficult for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots, rocks, holes and ... if you off the work when the weather is windy, stormy or rainfall is running. STIHL recommends that your body is clear of the cut injuries, keep hands and feet away from...injury to strike the operator. It is increased danger of slipping on a ladder or any other part of control and strike the operator or some other object, a reactive force may cause the moving...
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...a damaged or missing chain catcher. If you might be substantially controlled, i.e., kept at the source where possible. heavy impact or a fall), MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 9 When it . When the inhalation of certain dusts, especially organic dusts such as OSHA and NIOSH and other illnesses. English containing products... to dust ("particulate matter"). Substantial or repeated inhalation of your chain saw so that the wind or operating process directs any part of dust and other airborne contaminants, in case help is running chain saw away from the power supply. WARNING Always switch ...
...a damaged or missing chain catcher. If you might be substantially controlled, i.e., kept at the source where possible. heavy impact or a fall), MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 9 When it . When the inhalation of certain dusts, especially organic dusts such as OSHA and NIOSH and other illnesses. English containing products... to dust ("particulate matter"). Substantial or repeated inhalation of your chain saw so that the wind or operating process directs any part of dust and other airborne contaminants, in case help is running chain saw away from the power supply. WARNING Always switch ...
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... left hand and other chain brake device prevents kickback. inertia activation: All STIHL chain saws are designed to stop the saw equipped with an interia Quickstop chain brake. WARNING No Quickstop or other parts of your chain saw with the operator. In addition, there must be ..." and the section "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" at all. English Devices for Reducing the Risk of Kickback Injury STIHL recommends the use a saw if the chain brake does not function properly. There are 12 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C Do not use the saw until the problem has been rectified.
... left hand and other chain brake device prevents kickback. inertia activation: All STIHL chain saws are designed to stop the saw equipped with an interia Quickstop chain brake. WARNING No Quickstop or other parts of your chain saw with the operator. In addition, there must be ..." and the section "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" at all. English Devices for Reducing the Risk of Kickback Injury STIHL recommends the use a saw if the chain brake does not function properly. There are 12 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C Do not use the saw until the problem has been rectified.
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... the hinge - Sectioning Method For the sectioning method make the first part of the guide bar and can result in toward the hinge. you could lose control of the direction of either the sectioning felling cut or plunge-cut . MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 19 These methods are extremely dangerous because they involve the use...
... the hinge - Sectioning Method For the sectioning method make the first part of the guide bar and can result in toward the hinge. you could lose control of the direction of either the sectioning felling cut or plunge-cut . MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 19 These methods are extremely dangerous because they involve the use...
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... split and come back towards the operator (barber-chairing), or the tree may be cut. When repositioning for some other reason does not fall , since part of the saw aside and pull the tree down with a cable winch, block and tackle or tractor. Next, align the saw , you try to fall... poorly supported. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the falling tree. To make the felling cut by qualified service personnel. 20 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C Begin the plunge cut , follow the sectioning method described previously.
... split and come back towards the operator (barber-chairing), or the tree may be cut. When repositioning for some other reason does not fall , since part of the saw aside and pull the tree down with a cable winch, block and tackle or tractor. Next, align the saw , you try to fall... poorly supported. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the falling tree. To make the felling cut by qualified service personnel. 20 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C Begin the plunge cut , follow the sectioning method described previously.
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... replace worn sprockets or chains. Keep the chain sharp. twice a year, Occasional usage - It should also be properly maintained. MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 21 Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in a carrying case. annually. Have such work not described in your instruction manual,...damaged, improperly adjusted or not completely or securely assembled. The amount of wear will reduce the effectiveness of parts manufactured by an identical STIHL replacement part. WARNING Always stop the motor, disconnect the plug from children. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws ...
... replace worn sprockets or chains. Keep the chain sharp. twice a year, Occasional usage - It should also be properly maintained. MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 21 Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in a carrying case. annually. Have such work not described in your instruction manual,...damaged, improperly adjusted or not completely or securely assembled. The amount of wear will reduce the effectiveness of parts manufactured by an identical STIHL replacement part. WARNING Always stop the motor, disconnect the plug from children. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws ...
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...radiators, ranges and refrigerators. Ensure the switch is an increased risk of drugs, alcohol or medication. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of electric shock. 3) Personal safety a) Stay alert, watch what you are tired or under "2) Electrical safety" do not apply to power source and/... C, MSE 210 C Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of the power tool in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of the power tool may result in any adjusting key or wrench before connecting to STIHL cordless electric power tools. ...
...radiators, ranges and refrigerators. Ensure the switch is an increased risk of drugs, alcohol or medication. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of electric shock. 3) Personal safety a) Stay alert, watch what you are tired or under "2) Electrical safety" do not apply to power source and/... C, MSE 210 C Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of the power tool in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of the power tool may result in any adjusting key or wrench before connecting to STIHL cordless electric power tools. ...
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...Properly maintained cutting tools with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Use of the body away from moving parts. Keep all parts of the power tool for the connection of the power tool is operating. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Keep your left... which it on the rear handle and your hair, clothing and gloves away from the saw chain when the chain saw chain. - MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 23 Use of parts and any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. A moment of...
...Properly maintained cutting tools with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Use of the body away from moving parts. Keep all parts of the power tool for the connection of the power tool is operating. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Keep your left... which it on the rear handle and your hair, clothing and gloves away from the saw chain when the chain saw chain. - MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 23 Use of parts and any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. A moment of...
Instruction Manual
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...the filler cap counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn) - see section "Closing." 30 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C this will not engage into the tank housing The base of filler cap is rotated in relation to the upper part. It does not align with the exterior marking. N While pushing down on ...chain lubrication, clean the oilways and contact your cap is rotated to the closed position - STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 001BA256 KN N If your dealer for assistance if necessary. interior marking is...
...the filler cap counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn) - see section "Closing." 30 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C this will not engage into the tank housing The base of filler cap is rotated in relation to the upper part. It does not align with the exterior marking. N While pushing down on ...chain lubrication, clean the oilways and contact your cap is rotated to the closed position - STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 001BA256 KN N If your dealer for assistance if necessary. interior marking is...
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...modified in electrical equipment. Push hand guard in the following intervals: Full-time usage: Part-time usage: Occasional usage: every 3 months every 6 months every 12 months Connecting to...few fractions of a second The hand guard must be equipped with a tripping current of your STIHL servicing dealer, at least 35 ft/10 m long) that meets the specifications in direction of... operation of bar nose. Extension cords must be equipped with thermal protection. 32 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C Appropriate extension cords are available in stores specializing in any way. It should...
...modified in electrical equipment. Push hand guard in the following intervals: Full-time usage: Part-time usage: Occasional usage: every 3 months every 6 months every 12 months Connecting to...few fractions of a second The hand guard must be equipped with a tripping current of your STIHL servicing dealer, at least 35 ft/10 m long) that meets the specifications in direction of... operation of bar nose. Extension cords must be equipped with thermal protection. 32 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C Appropriate extension cords are available in stores specializing in any way. It should...
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.... 9931BA004 KN Switching Off 1 2 N Release the trigger switch (2) so that the saw chain will continue to run for several seconds. 9931BA003 KN MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C N Move hand guard to a standstill. N Start the cut with both hands on , and the trigger switch lockout (1) and trigger switch (2)... are well clear of the power tool. English 9931BA033 KN Switching On N Make sure you release the trigger switch slowly or only partly, the ...
.... 9931BA004 KN Switching Off 1 2 N Release the trigger switch (2) so that the saw chain will continue to run for several seconds. 9931BA003 KN MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C N Move hand guard to a standstill. N Start the cut with both hands on , and the trigger switch lockout (1) and trigger switch (2)... are well clear of the power tool. English 9931BA033 KN Switching On N Make sure you release the trigger switch slowly or only partly, the ...
Instruction Manual
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...the saw, with integral washer (3) - N Remove the chain sprocket (3). Filing and side plate angles A B 689BA021 KN A Filing angle MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 37 and in the reverse sequence. Chain pitch English a 689BA027 KN The chain pitch (a) is marked on the depth gauge end of ... any damaged or worn parts of wear. Carbide-tipped saw chain is a risk of increased kickback of wear. WARNING It is set too low - STIHL recommends you have your chain resharpened by a STIHL servicing dealer. 9931BA009 KN N Ease the E-clip (1) off the shaft. MSE 170 C 3 1 N Ease the...
...the saw, with integral washer (3) - N Remove the chain sprocket (3). Filing and side plate angles A B 689BA021 KN A Filing angle MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 37 and in the reverse sequence. Chain pitch English a 689BA027 KN The chain pitch (a) is marked on the depth gauge end of ... any damaged or worn parts of wear. Carbide-tipped saw chain is a risk of increased kickback of wear. WARNING It is set too low - STIHL recommends you have your chain resharpened by a STIHL servicing dealer. 9931BA009 KN N Ease the E-clip (1) off the shaft. MSE 170 C 3 1 N Ease the...
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If the cutters are too low. 689BA044 KN 689BA051 KN MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 39 a Specified distance or setting between depth gauge and cutting edge. Chain pitch inch 1/4 P 1/4 3/8 P 0.325 3/8 0.404 (mm) (6.35) (6.35) (9.32) (8.25) (9.32) (10.26) Depth ... saw is lowered along with humped drive link (2) - N Find the shortest cutter and then file all other parts of the humped drive link must not be filed since this process. no frost. upper part of the depth gauge in the mild weather season - This setting may increase the kickback tendency of the...
If the cutters are too low. 689BA044 KN 689BA051 KN MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C 39 a Specified distance or setting between depth gauge and cutting edge. Chain pitch inch 1/4 P 1/4 3/8 P 0.325 3/8 0.404 (mm) (6.35) (6.35) (9.32) (8.25) (9.32) (10.26) Depth ... saw is lowered along with humped drive link (2) - N Find the shortest cutter and then file all other parts of the humped drive link must not be filed since this process. no frost. upper part of the depth gauge in the mild weather season - This setting may increase the kickback tendency of the...
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... 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 Sharpening kit 1) Part No. 5605 007 1000 5605 007 1027 5605 007 1027 5605 007 1028 5605 007 1029 5605 007 1030 40 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C Sharpening Tools (special accessories) Chain pitch Round file ^ Round file File holder... inch (mm) mm (inch) Part No. English N After sharpening, clean the chain thoroughly, remove filings or grinding dust -...
... 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 Sharpening kit 1) Part No. 5605 007 1000 5605 007 1027 5605 007 1027 5605 007 1028 5605 007 1029 5605 007 1030 40 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C Sharpening Tools (special accessories) Chain pitch Round file ^ Round file File holder... inch (mm) mm (inch) Part No. English N After sharpening, clean the chain thoroughly, remove filings or grinding dust -...
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English Main Parts 9 10 19 4 1 2 5 3 4 6 7 8 11 12 # 13 15 17 14 16 18 1 Reset Button for Overload Cutout 2 Chain Sprocket 3 Chain Sprocket Cover 4 Chain Catcher 5 Side Chain Tensioner (... Trigger Switch 17 Rear Handle 18 Rear Hand Guard 19 Chain Sprocket Cover with Quick Chain Tensioner (Depending on Model) # Serial Number 9931BA049 KN 42 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C
English Main Parts 9 10 19 4 1 2 5 3 4 6 7 8 11 12 # 13 15 17 14 16 18 1 Reset Button for Overload Cutout 2 Chain Sprocket 3 Chain Sprocket Cover 4 Chain Catcher 5 Side Chain Tensioner (... Trigger Switch 17 Rear Handle 18 Rear Hand Guard 19 Chain Sprocket Cover with Quick Chain Tensioner (Depending on Model) # Serial Number 9931BA049 KN 42 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C
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...reduced kickback cutting attachments. 44 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C Ordering Spare Parts Please enter your STIHL dealer for the latest STIHL recommendations. This will be developed after publication of the parts. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model, the part numbers and names of this ...when used on "Safety Precautions and Working Techniques"): Rollomatic E guide bars Reduced kickback STIHL guide bars (with ANSI/OPEI B175.1-2012. Model Serial number Guide bar part number Chain part number See "Specifications" in ) Sprocket nose: 9-tooth Actual cutting length will ...
...reduced kickback cutting attachments. 44 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C Ordering Spare Parts Please enter your STIHL dealer for the latest STIHL recommendations. This will be developed after publication of the parts. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model, the part numbers and names of this ...when used on "Safety Precautions and Working Techniques"): Rollomatic E guide bars Reduced kickback STIHL guide bars (with ANSI/OPEI B175.1-2012. Model Serial number Guide bar part number Chain part number See "Specifications" in ) Sprocket nose: 9-tooth Actual cutting length will ...