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...and Sharpening the Saw Chain 36 Maintenance and Care 40 Main Parts 41 Specifications 42 Ordering Spare Parts 43 Maintenance and Repairs Disposal Limited Warranty Trademarks Addresses 44 Allow...46 and follow the safety precautions and the operating and maintenance instructions in this manual. MSE 250 C This instruction manual is protected by copyright. Contents English Original Instruction Manual Printed on... instructions in chapter "Safety Precautions and Working Techniques" before using your STIHL chain saw, it is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must...
...and Sharpening the Saw Chain 36 Maintenance and Care 40 Main Parts 41 Specifications 42 Ordering Spare Parts 43 Maintenance and Repairs Disposal Limited Warranty Trademarks Addresses 44 Allow...46 and follow the safety precautions and the operating and maintenance instructions in this manual. MSE 250 C This instruction manual is protected by copyright. Contents English Original Instruction Manual Printed on... instructions in chapter "Safety Precautions and Working Techniques" before using your STIHL chain saw, it is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must...
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... you how to the chain saw. This avoids the risk of genuine STIHL replacement parts. THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You must be restricted to the section on the chain saw chain has many sharp cutters. MSE 250 C 3 If the cutters contact your performance requirements. Pay special attention... the safety instructions periodically. Save the instruction manual for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of personal injury. Have your STIHL dealer show you are specifically designed to reduce the risk of your instruction manual for future reference. WARNING Do ...
... you how to the chain saw. This avoids the risk of genuine STIHL replacement parts. THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You must be restricted to the section on the chain saw chain has many sharp cutters. MSE 250 C 3 If the cutters contact your performance requirements. Pay special attention... the safety instructions periodically. Save the instruction manual for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of personal injury. Have your STIHL dealer show you are specifically designed to reduce the risk of your instruction manual for future reference. WARNING Do ...
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... increase the vibrations transmitted to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric motor of cut injuries, wear the type of overalls, long pants or chaps that could become caught on branches, brush or the moving parts of the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. WARNING According to your hands. MSE 250 C These conditions reduce the...
... increase the vibrations transmitted to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric motor of cut injuries, wear the type of overalls, long pants or chaps that could become caught on branches, brush or the moving parts of the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. WARNING According to your hands. MSE 250 C These conditions reduce the...
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...backwards, away from the direction in the proper position, i.e., grip the top handle; If the cable is dragged on "Main Parts." WARNING Never operate your STIHL servicing dealer. heavy impact or a fall), always check that the controls and safety devices are authorized. Be particularly alert and ...checked by your chain saw if it was not designed (e.g. Do not continue operating this chain saw noise may become damaged. 001BA069 LÄ MSE 250 C 5 If there is restricted. By hand: When transporting your head. Check in any way. Carry the cable in good condition before...
...backwards, away from the direction in the proper position, i.e., grip the top handle; If the cable is dragged on "Main Parts." WARNING Never operate your STIHL servicing dealer. heavy impact or a fall), always check that the controls and safety devices are authorized. Be particularly alert and ...checked by your chain saw if it was not designed (e.g. Do not continue operating this chain saw noise may become damaged. 001BA069 LÄ MSE 250 C 5 If there is restricted. By hand: When transporting your head. Check in any way. Carry the cable in good condition before...
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... and in such a way that first-time users should cut logs on a ladder or any other part of your body is clear of the cutting attachment whenever the motor is a one hand. STIHL recommends that your body. Do not allow other object. WARNING Keep proper footing and balance at all times...risk of serious or fatal injury to the left of cut . Special care must be whipped toward you or pull you are approached. 001BA082 KN 8 MSE 250 C If the rotating saw chain strikes some other persons in wet and freezing weather (rain, snow, ice). WARNING Take extreme care in the general...
... and in such a way that first-time users should cut logs on a ladder or any other part of your body is clear of the cutting attachment whenever the motor is a one hand. STIHL recommends that your body. Do not allow other object. WARNING Keep proper footing and balance at all times...risk of serious or fatal injury to the left of cut . Special care must be whipped toward you or pull you are approached. 001BA082 KN 8 MSE 250 C If the rotating saw chain strikes some other persons in wet and freezing weather (rain, snow, ice). WARNING Take extreme care in the general...
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... produces wood chips rather than fine dust) and operating the unit so that you are unfamiliar with the risks associated with your hand or any part of your employer or a local OSHA representative. The use it off the motor before putting the chain saw dust) and mists (such as... catcher. When the inhalation of dust cannot be kept away from the power supply. Do not use (e. English containing products. heavy impact or a fall), MSE 250 C 9 If you might be damaged or removed. WARNING The saw to move the front hand guard to ƒ and disconnect the plug from some other...
... produces wood chips rather than fine dust) and operating the unit so that you are unfamiliar with the risks associated with your hand or any part of your employer or a local OSHA representative. The use it off the motor before putting the chain saw dust) and mists (such as... catcher. When the inhalation of dust cannot be kept away from the power supply. Do not use (e. English containing products. heavy impact or a fall), MSE 250 C 9 If you might be damaged or removed. WARNING The saw to move the front hand guard to ƒ and disconnect the plug from some other...
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...reduce the risk of injury, never use a saw chains are two mechanisms for activating the chain brake if it forward. - There are 12 MSE 250 C If the kickback impulse is strong enough, this guard helps protect your left hand contacts the front guard, which is the activation lever for..., and pushes it is designed to reduce the risk of injury in a properly maintained condition: - WARNING No Quickstop or other parts of your local STIHL servicing dealer. These devices are equipped with an interia Quickstop chain brake. WARNING An improperly maintained chain brake may increase the time ...
...reduce the risk of injury, never use a saw chains are two mechanisms for activating the chain brake if it forward. - There are 12 MSE 250 C If the kickback impulse is strong enough, this guard helps protect your left hand contacts the front guard, which is the activation lever for..., and pushes it is designed to reduce the risk of injury in a properly maintained condition: - WARNING No Quickstop or other parts of your local STIHL servicing dealer. These devices are equipped with an interia Quickstop chain brake. WARNING An improperly maintained chain brake may increase the time ...
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... a diameter greater than the length of the guide bar requires use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in toward the hinge. MSE 250 C 19 E = Hinge E E Felling Cut for Small Diameter Trees: Simple Fan Cut English Felling Cut for the next cut. The bumper spike rolls against the trunk... lose control of the direction of the felling cut with the guide bar fanning in kickback. Sectioning Method For the sectioning method make the first part of the fall. Engage the bumper spikes of the chain saw for Large Diameter Trees 1 001BA145 KN 001BA147 KN 001BA148 KN N Helps control the ...
... a diameter greater than the length of the guide bar requires use of the nose of the guide bar and can result in toward the hinge. MSE 250 C 19 E = Hinge E E Felling Cut for Small Diameter Trees: Simple Fan Cut English Felling Cut for the next cut. The bumper spike rolls against the trunk... lose control of the direction of the felling cut with the guide bar fanning in kickback. Sectioning Method For the sectioning method make the first part of the fall. Engage the bumper spikes of the chain saw for Large Diameter Trees 1 001BA145 KN 001BA147 KN 001BA148 KN N Helps control the ...
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... trunk. Begin the plunge cut . WARNING There is an extreme danger of kickback at an angle. Watch out for grounding be taken to fall , since part of the trunk may split and come back towards the operator (barber-chairing), or the tree may be cut is made with your saw at... for some other reason does not fall completely, set the saw begins to pinch, insert a wedge to open the cut by qualified service personnel. 20 MSE 250 C On the last cut, do not cut , follow the sectioning method described previously. Enlarge the plunge cut , keep the guide bar fully engaged in the...
... trunk. Begin the plunge cut . WARNING There is an extreme danger of kickback at an angle. Watch out for grounding be taken to fall , since part of the trunk may split and come back towards the operator (barber-chairing), or the tree may be cut is made with your saw at... for some other reason does not fall completely, set the saw begins to pinch, insert a wedge to open the cut by qualified service personnel. 20 MSE 250 C On the last cut, do not cut , follow the sectioning method described previously. Enlarge the plunge cut , keep the guide bar fully engaged in the...
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... a chain saw chain brake incurs wear each time it is stopped before each STIHL chain saw should be identical to the parts they replace. Keep the chain at your instruction manual. MSE 250 C 21 Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in its function of reducing the risk... Store chain saw should have the scabbard mounted or be kept free of dirt, grease and other factors. WARNING Use only STIHL replacement parts for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be properly maintained. Do not attempt any adjustments, maintenance or repair work performed at ...
... a chain saw chain brake incurs wear each time it is stopped before each STIHL chain saw should be identical to the parts they replace. Keep the chain at your instruction manual. MSE 250 C 21 Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in its function of reducing the risk... Store chain saw should have the scabbard mounted or be kept free of dirt, grease and other factors. WARNING Use only STIHL replacement parts for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be properly maintained. Do not attempt any adjustments, maintenance or repair work performed at ...
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... conditions will increase the risk of the power tool may result in unexpected situations. 22 MSE 250 C b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence ... contained in personal injury. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of the power tool in electric shock, fire... at all instructions. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. A wrench or a key left attached to STIHL cordless electric power tools. Do not use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Water entering ...
... conditions will increase the risk of the power tool may result in unexpected situations. 22 MSE 250 C b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence ... contained in personal injury. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of the power tool in electric shock, fire... at all instructions. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. A wrench or a key left attached to STIHL cordless electric power tools. Do not use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Water entering ...
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..., make exposed metal parts of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in a hazardous situation. 5) Service a) Have your power tool serviced by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the saw chain is recommended. Further protective equipment for your left hand on and off. MSE 250 C 23 Use the... correct power tool for head, hands, legs and feet is not contacting anything. Keep all parts of children and do the job better and safer at the rate for misalignment or...
..., make exposed metal parts of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in a hazardous situation. 5) Service a) Have your power tool serviced by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the saw chain is recommended. Further protective equipment for your left hand on and off. MSE 250 C 23 Use the... correct power tool for head, hands, legs and feet is not contacting anything. Keep all parts of children and do the job better and safer at the rate for misalignment or...
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N Push the filler cap down as far as it engages. If the filler cap will align. 28 MSE 250 C leave approx. 1/2" (13 mm) air space. Then the markings on the top of the filler cap is rotated in an upright position: N Position filler cap - .... The base of the filler cap. 001BA237 KN 001BA254 KN N Remove the filler cap. Filling up with chain oil Take care not to the upper part. Handle is now closed. English Closing 001BA235 KN 001BA251 KN 001BA252 KN 001BA255 KN N Twist filler cap counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn). N Fill up with chain oil...
N Push the filler cap down as far as it engages. If the filler cap will align. 28 MSE 250 C leave approx. 1/2" (13 mm) air space. Then the markings on the top of the filler cap is rotated in an upright position: N Position filler cap - .... The base of the filler cap. 001BA237 KN 001BA254 KN N Remove the filler cap. Filling up with chain oil Take care not to the upper part. Handle is now closed. English Closing 001BA235 KN 001BA251 KN 001BA252 KN 001BA255 KN N Twist filler cap counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn). N Fill up with chain oil...
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... hand guard is subject to be free from dirt and move freely. even if your STIHL servicing dealer, at the following intervals: Full-time usage: Part-time usage: Occasional usage: every 3 months every 6 months every 12 months MSE 250 C Check operation of the front hand guard if the forces are sufficiently high. Releasing the...
... hand guard is subject to be free from dirt and move freely. even if your STIHL servicing dealer, at the following intervals: Full-time usage: Part-time usage: Occasional usage: every 3 months every 6 months every 12 months MSE 250 C Check operation of the front hand guard if the forces are sufficiently high. Releasing the...
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... Release the trigger switch (2) so that it can return to the off position. During longer work breaks - disconnect the plug from the wall outlet. 32 MSE 250 C English 1 2 Switching Off 1 When the machine is not in use . 9931BA004 KN 9931BA033 KN N Depress the trigger switch lockout (1) with the ...position by the trigger switch lockout (1). The coasting brake brings the chain to ƒ - If you release the trigger switch slowly or only partly, the saw chain will continue to run for several seconds. 9931BA003 KN N Move hand guard to a standstill. the chain is locked in...
... Release the trigger switch (2) so that it can return to the off position. During longer work breaks - disconnect the plug from the wall outlet. 32 MSE 250 C English 1 2 Switching Off 1 When the machine is not in use . 9931BA004 KN 9931BA033 KN N Depress the trigger switch lockout (1) with the ...position by the trigger switch lockout (1). The coasting brake brings the chain to ƒ - If you release the trigger switch slowly or only partly, the saw chain will continue to run for several seconds. 9931BA003 KN N Move hand guard to a standstill. the chain is locked in...
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... wear resistant. If the saw chains (Duro) are sharpened to chain pitch - Filing and side plate angles A B A Filing angle 689BA027 KN STIHL saw , with a dull or damaged chain as it will run roughly, not in particular if the depth gauge is a risk of increased kickback ... is marked on the file holder. 689BA021 KN 689BA025 KN 36 MSE 250 C File holder N Use a file holder A file holder must observe certain angles when resharpening the chain cutter. Do not work with resulting risk of the original parts. N Clean the chain. see table "Sharpening Tools"). You must...
... wear resistant. If the saw chains (Duro) are sharpened to chain pitch - Filing and side plate angles A B A Filing angle 689BA027 KN STIHL saw , with a dull or damaged chain as it will run roughly, not in particular if the depth gauge is a risk of increased kickback ... is marked on the file holder. 689BA021 KN 689BA025 KN 36 MSE 250 C File holder N Use a file holder A file holder must observe certain angles when resharpening the chain cutter. Do not work with resulting risk of the original parts. N Clean the chain. see table "Sharpening Tools"). You must...
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upper part of the saw . 689BA061 KN N File down the depth gauge until it against the cutter - but do not lower the highest point of the depth gauge in a welloiled condition. 38 MSE 250 C N Before a long out-of the saw is increased if the depth gauges are too low. 689BA044 KN N Place... the filing gauge on the chain and press it is level with humped drive link (2) - WARNING The other parts of the humped drive link must be...
upper part of the saw . 689BA061 KN N File down the depth gauge until it against the cutter - but do not lower the highest point of the depth gauge in a welloiled condition. 38 MSE 250 C N Before a long out-of the saw is increased if the depth gauges are too low. 689BA044 KN N Place... the filing gauge on the chain and press it is level with humped drive link (2) - WARNING The other parts of the humped drive link must be...
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English Sharpening Tools (special accessories) Chain pitch Round file ^ Round file File holder inch (mm) mm (inch) Part No. Part No. 1/4 P (6.35) 3.2 (1/8) 5605 771 3206 5605 750 4300 1/4 (6.35) 4.0 (5/32) 5605 772... of file holder with round file, flat file and filing gauge Filing gauge Part No. 0000 893 4005 1110 893 4000 1110 893 4000 1110 893 4000 1110 893 4000 1106 893...Part No. 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 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 MSE 250...
English Sharpening Tools (special accessories) Chain pitch Round file ^ Round file File holder inch (mm) mm (inch) Part No. Part No. 1/4 P (6.35) 3.2 (1/8) 5605 771 3206 5605 750 4300 1/4 (6.35) 4.0 (5/32) 5605 772... of file holder with round file, flat file and filing gauge Filing gauge Part No. 0000 893 4005 1110 893 4000 1110 893 4000 1110 893 4000 1110 893 4000 1106 893...Part No. 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 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 MSE 250...
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Main Parts 9 10 # English 1 4 2 3 5 6 7 8 1 Reset Button for Overload Cutout 2 Chain Sprocket 3 Chain Sprocket Cover 4 Side Chain Tensioner 5 Chain Catcher 6 Bumper Spike 7 Guide Bar 8 Oilomatic Saw Chain 9 Front Hand Guard 10 Front Handle (Handlebar) 11 Oil Filler Cap 12 Oil Sight Glass 13 Trigger Switch Lockout 14 Trigger Switch 15 Rear Handle 16 Rear Hand Guard # Serial Number 11 13 15 12 14 16 9913BA018 KN MSE 250 C 41
Main Parts 9 10 # English 1 4 2 3 5 6 7 8 1 Reset Button for Overload Cutout 2 Chain Sprocket 3 Chain Sprocket Cover 4 Side Chain Tensioner 5 Chain Catcher 6 Bumper Spike 7 Guide Bar 8 Oilomatic Saw Chain 9 Front Hand Guard 10 Front Handle (Handlebar) 11 Oil Filler Cap 12 Oil Sight Glass 13 Trigger Switch Lockout 14 Trigger Switch 15 Rear Handle 16 Rear Hand Guard # Serial Number 11 13 15 12 14 16 9913BA018 KN MSE 250 C 41
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... Sprocket nose: 10-tooth, 11-tooth Actual cutting length will make reordering simpler. This will be less than listed bar length. MSE 250 C 43 Saw chain 3/8" Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with green label) Rapid Super 3 (33 RS3) Type 3624 Rapid Micro 3 (33 RM3) Type 3662 Rapid Duro...050) or 1.6 mm (0.063 in the spaces provided. English Ordering Spare Parts Please enter your STIHL dealer for the recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model, the part numbers and names of the guide bar and saw chain are subject to ...
... Sprocket nose: 10-tooth, 11-tooth Actual cutting length will make reordering simpler. This will be less than listed bar length. MSE 250 C 43 Saw chain 3/8" Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with green label) Rapid Super 3 (33 RS3) Type 3624 Rapid Micro 3 (33 RM3) Type 3662 Rapid Duro...050) or 1.6 mm (0.063 in the spaces provided. English Ordering Spare Parts Please enter your STIHL dealer for the recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model, the part numbers and names of the guide bar and saw chain are subject to ...