MS 170, 180

2 - 39 Instruction Manual
English

Contents Fuel tank; fuel mixture of gasoline

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Original Instruction Manual
and engine oil
1 Guide to Using this Manual......................... 2
2 Safety Precautions......................................3
Tank for chain oil; chain oil
3 Reactive Forces.......................................... 7
4 Working Techniques................................... 8
5 Cutting Attachment................................... 15 Engage and release chain brake
6 Mounting the Bar and Chain (front chain
tensioner).................................................. 15
7 Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick chain Coasting brake
tensioner).................................................. 16
8 Tensioning the Saw Chain (front chain ten‐
sioner)....................................................... 18 Direction of chain travel
9 Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick chain ten‐
sioner)....................................................... 18
10 Checking Chain Tension...........................19 Ematic; chain oil flow adjustment
11 Fuel........................................................... 19
12 Fueling...................................................... 20
13 Chain Lubricant.........................................20 Tension saw chain

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14 Filling Chain Oil Tank................................ 21
15 Checking Chain Lubrication...................... 21
16 Chain Brake.............................................. 21 Intake air baffle: winter operation
17 Starting / Stopping the Engine.................. 22
18 Operating Instructions...............................26
Intake air baffle: summer operation
19 Taking Care of the Guide Bar................... 26
20 Shroud...................................................... 27
21 Cleaning the Air Filter............................... 27
Handle heating
22 Adjusting the Carburetor........................... 27
23 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler............. 28
24 Spark Plug................................................ 28 Actuate decompression valve
25 Storing the Machine.................................. 29
26 Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket....................................................29
27 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain Actuate manual fuel pump
.................................................................. 30
28 Maintenance and Care..............................34
29 Main Parts.................................................36
30 Specifications............................................36
31 Ordering Spare Parts................................ 37 1.2 Symbols in text
32 Maintenance and Repairs......................... 38
33 Disposal.................................................... 38 WARNING
34 EC Declaration of Conformity................... 38
Warning where there is a risk of an accident or
personal injury or serious damage to property.
1 Guide to Using this Manual
This Instruction Manual refers to a STIHL chain NOTICE
saw, also called a machine in this Instruction
Manual.
0458-207-8321-C. VA2.B24.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG 2024

Caution where there is a risk of damaging the

machine or its individual components.
1.1 Pictograms
Pictograms that appear on the machine are 1.3 Engineering improvements
explained in this Instruction Manual.
STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all
Depending on the machine and equipment ver‐ of its products. For this reason we may modify
sion, the following pictograms may appear on the the design, engineering and appearance of our
machine. products periodically.

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Therefore, some changes, modifications and health risks, STIHL recommends that persons
improvements may not be covered in this man‐ with pacemakers consult their physician and the
ual. pacemaker manufacturer before operating this
power tool.
2 Safety Precautions
Special safety precautions must be 2.2 Intended use
observed to reduce the risk of per‐ The machine may only be used to saw wood and
sonal injury when working with a
chain saw because of the very high wooden objects.
chain speed and very sharp cutters. Do not use the machine for any other purpose –
It is important that you read the risk of accidents!
instruction manual before first use
and keep it in a safe place for future Do not modify the machine in any way – this may
reference. Non-observance of the increase the risk of personal injury. STIHL
instruction manual may result in seri‐ excludes all liability for personal injury and dam‐
ous or even fatal injury.
age to property caused while using unauthorised
2.1 General attachments.

Observe all applicable local safety regulations, 2.3 Clothing and Equipment
standards and ordinances. Wear proper protective clothing and equipment.
The use of noise emitting power tools may be Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fit‐
restricted to certain times by national or local ting, but allow complete freedom of
regulations. movement. Wear snug fitting clothing
with cut-retardant pads – no loose-fit‐
If you have not used this model before: Have ting jacket.
your dealer or other experienced user show you
Avoid clothing that could get caught on
how to operate your machine or attend a special
branches, brush or moving parts of the machine.
course in its operation.
Do not wear a scarf, necktie or jewellery. Tie up
Minors should never be allowed to use a chain and confine long hair (headscarf, cap, hard hat,
saw. etc.).
Keep bystanders, especially children, and ani‐ Wear suitable safety shoes – with cut-
retardant material, non-slip soles and
mals away from the work area. steel toe caps.
The user is responsible for avoiding injury to third
parties or damage to their property.
WARNING
Do not lend or rent your chain saw without the
instruction manual. Be sure that anyone using it To reduce the risk of eye injuries,
understands the information contained in this wear tight-fitting safety goggles con‐
manual. forming to standard EN 166 or a face
shield. Make sure that the safety gog‐
To operate a chain saw you must be rested, in gles and the face shield fit correctly.
good physical condition and mental health. If you
Wear "personal" hearing protection – for exam‐
have any condition that might be aggravated by
ple, ear defenders.
strenuous work, check with your doctor before
operating a chain saw. Wear a hard hat wherever there is any risk of
falling objects.
Do not operate the chain saw if you are under
the influence of any substance (drugs, alcohol) Wear sturdy protective gloves made
of a resistant material (e.g. leather).
which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment.
To reduce the risk of accidents or injury, put off
the work in poor weather conditions (rain, snow, STIHL can supply a comprehensive range of per‐
ice, wind). sonal protective equipment.
Persons with pacemakers only: The ignition sys‐
tem of your chain saw produces an electromag‐ 2.4 Transporting
netic field of a very low intensity. This field may Before any transport – even over short distances
interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce – switch off the machine, engage the chain brake
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and attach the chain scabbard. This avoids the Never refuel the machine while the engine is still
risk of the saw chain starting unintentionally. hot – the fuel may spill over – risk of fire!
Open the fuel filler cap carefully so that any
excess pressure is relieved gradually and fuel
does not splash out.
The machine may only be refuelled in a well ven‐
tilated place. Clean the machine immediately if
fuel is spilled. Do not spill fuel over your clothing
– contaminated clothing must be changed imme‐

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diately.
The machines can be equipped with the follow‐
ing filler caps as standard:
Always carry the chain saw by the handle – with Screw-type tank cap
the hot muffler away from your body, the guide
After fueling, tighten down the screw-
bar must point to the rear. To avoid serious burn type fuel cap as securely as possible.
injuries, avoid touching hot parts of the machine,
especially the surface of the muffler.
In vehicles: Properly secure your saw to prevent This reduces the risk of unit vibrations causing
turnover, fuel spillage and damage. the fuel cap to loosen or come off and spill quan‐
tities of fuel.
2.5 Cleaning Check for leakage. To reduce the risk
Clean plastic parts with a cloth. Harsh detergents of serious of fatal burn injuries, do not
can damage the plastic. start or run the engine until leak is
fixed.
Clean the dust and dirt off the machine – do not
use any grease solvents for this purpose. 2.8 Before Starting Work
Clean the ventilation slots if necessary. Check that your saw is properly assembled and
in good condition – refer to appropriate chapters
Do not use a high-pressure cleaner to clean the
in the instruction manual.
machine. The hard jet of water can damage parts
of the machine. – Check the fuel system for leaks, paying spe‐
cial attention to visible parts such as the tank
2.6 Accessories cap, hose connections and the manual fuel
pump (on machines so equipped). If there are
Only use those tools, guide bars, chains, chain any leaks or damage, do not start the engine –
sprockets, accessories or technically equivalent risk of fire. Have your saw repaired by a serv‐
components that have been approved by STIHL icing dealer before using it again.
for this machine. If you have any questions in – Check operation of chain brake, front hand
this respect, consult a servicing dealer. Use only guard
high quality tools and accessories. Otherwise, – Correctly mounted guide bar
there may be a risk of accidents and damage to – Correctly tensioned chain
the machine. – The trigger and trigger lockout must move
STIHL recommends the use of genuine STIHL freely and spring back to the idle position
tools, guide bars, chains, chain sprockets and when they are released.
accessories. They are specifically designed to – Master Control lever must move easily to
match your model and meet your performance STOP, 0 or †
requirements. – Check that the spark plug boot is secure – a
loose boot may cause arcing that could ignite
2.7 Refuelling combustible fumes and cause a fire.
Gasoline is an extremely flammable – Never attempt to modify the controls or safety
fuel – keep clear of naked flames and devices in any way.
fire – do not spill any fuel – no smok‐ – Keep the handles dry and clean – free from oil
ing.
and dirt – for safe control of the saw.
Switch off the engine before refuelling.

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– Make sure there is sufficient fuel and chain oil
wood that has just been stripped of its bark –
in the tanks.
danger of slipping!
To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not
Use caution with tree stumps, roots, ditches –
operate your saw if it is damaged or not properly
danger of stumbling!
assembled.
Do not work alone – keep within calling distance
2.9 Starting the chain saw of others who are trained in emergency proce‐
Always work on a level surface. Ensure a firm dures and can provide help in an emergency.
and secure footing. Hold the machine securely – Helpers at the cutting site must also wear protec‐
the chain must not touch any objects or the floor tive clothing (helmet!) and stand well clear of the
– danger of injury due to the rotating saw chain. branches being cut.

Your chain saw is a one-person saw. Do not More care and attention than usual are required
allow other persons to be in the working area – when wearing ear protection, as warning sounds
not even while starting. (shouts, beeps, etc.) cannot be heard properly.

Do not start the chain saw if the chain is in a cut. Take a break in good time to avoid tiredness or
exhaustion – risk of accidents!
Move at least 3 meters away from the place
where the machine was refuelled and never start Dust (e. g., sawdust), fumes and smoke pro‐
the motor in enclosed spaces. duced while using the machine may be hazard‐
ous to health. If dust is generated, wear a dust
Lock the chain with the chain brake before start‐ mask.
ing – risk of injury due to rotating chain!
When the engine is running: Note that the saw
Do not drop-start the engine – start as described chain continues to rotate for a short period after
in the Instruction Manual. you let go of the throttle trigger – coasting effect.
2.10 During operation No smoking when working with or near the chain
saw - risk of fire! Combustible fuel vapour may
Ensure you always have a firm and safe footing. escape from the fuel system.
Take special care when the bark is wet – danger
of slipping! Examine the saw chain periodically at short inter‐
vals and as soon as you note any tangible
changes:
– Switch off the engine; wait until the saw chain
is stationary
– Check condition and secure fitting
– Check sharpness
Never touch the saw chain when the engine is
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running. If the saw chain becomes jammed by an

object, switch off the engine immediately before
attempting to remove the object – risk of injury!
Always turn off the engine before leaving the
Always hold the chain saw firmly with both machine unattended.
hands: Right hand on the rear handle – even if
you are left-handed. To ensure reliable control, To change the saw chain, switch off the engine.
wrap your thumbs tightly around the handlebar Risk of injury from the motor starting unintention‐
and handle. ally!

In the event of impending danger or in an emer‐ Keep easily combustible materials (e. g., wood
gency, switch off the engine immediately by mov‐ chips, bark, dry grass, fuel) away from hot
ing the Master Control lever / stop switch to exhaust gases and hot mufflers – risk of fire!
STOP, 0 or †. Mufflers with catalytic converters can become
especially hot.
Never let the machine run unattended.
Never work without chain lubrication – monitor
Exercise caution with slippery surfaces, water, the oil level in the oil tank. Stop work immediately
snow, ice, steep slopes, uneven ground or green if the oil level in the oil tank is too low and top up

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with chain oil – see also "Topping up with chain No general recommendation can be given for the
oil" and "Check chain lubrication". length of usage because it depends on several
factors.
If the machine is subjected to unusually high
loads for which it was not designed (e. g., heavy The period of usage is prolonged by:
impact or a fall), always check that it is in good – Hand protection (wearing warm gloves)
condition before continuing work – see also – Work breaks
"Before starting work".
The period of usage is shortened by:
Check the fuel system for leaks and make sure – Any personal tendency to suffer from poor cir‐
the safety devices are working properly. Never culation (symptoms: frequently cold fingers,
continue using a machine that is not in perfect tingling sensations).
working order. In case of doubt, have the unit – Low outside temperatures.
checked by your servicing dealer. – The force with which the handles are held (a
tight grip restricts circulation).
Check for correct idling, so that the saw chain
stops moving when the throttle trigger is Continual and regular users should monitor
released. Check the idle setting regularly and closely the condition of their hands and fingers. If
correct when possible. Have the machine any of the above symptoms appear (e.g. tingling
repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer if the saw sensation in fingers), seek medical advice.
chain still continues to move during idling.
The chain saw produces poisonous 2.14 Maintenance and repairs
exhaust gases as soon as the engine Always switch off the engine before any repair,
starts. These gases may be colour‐
less and odourless and may contain cleaning or maintenance work and any work on
unburnt hydrocarbons and benzene. the chain. Risk of injury if the engine starts inad‐
Never work with the machine indoors vertently!
or in poorly ventilated areas, even if
your machine is equipped with a cata‐ Exception: adjustment of carburettor and idle
lytic converter. speed.
Ensure proper ventilation when working in The machine must be serviced regularly. Do not
trenches, hollows or other confined locations – attempt any maintenance or repair work not
risk of fatal injury from breathing toxic fumes! described in the Instruction Manual. All other
work should be carried out by a servicing dealer.
If you feel sick, have a headache, vision prob‐
lems (e. g., your field of vision gets smaller), STIHL recommends that maintenance and repair
hearing problems, dizziness or inability to con‐ work be carried out only by authorised STIHL
centrate, stop work immediately. Such symptoms dealers. STIHL dealers receive regular training
may be caused by an excessively high concen‐ and are supplied with technical information.
tration of exhaust emissions – risk of accident! Use only high-quality spare parts. Otherwise,
2.11 After finishing work there may be a risk of accidents and damage to
the machine. If you have any questions in this
Switch off the motor, engage the chain brake and respect, consult a servicing dealer.
attach the chain scabbard.
Do not modify the machine in any way – this may
2.12 Storage increase the risk of personal injury –risk of acci‐
dents!
When the machine is not in use, it should be
stored in such a way that no-one is endangered. To reduce the risk of fire due to ignition outside
Secure the machine against unauthorised use. the cylinder, move the master control level to
STOP, 0 or † before turning the engine over on
Store the machine in a safe, dry room. the starter when the spark plug boot is removed
or the spark plug is unscrewed!
2.13 Vibrations
Do not service or store the machine near a
Prolonged use of the power tool may result in
naked flame – risk of fire due to the fuel.
vibration-induced circulation problems in the
hands (whitefinger disease). Check fuel cap regularly for tightness.

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Use only spark plugs that are in perfect condition

and have been approved by STIHL – see "Speci‐
fications".
Check ignition lead (insulation in good condition,
secure connection).
Check that the muffler is in perfect working con‐

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dition.
Do not use the machine if the muffler is damaged
or missing – risk of fire, damage to hearing!
Never touch a hot muffler – risk of burns! (Kickback) occurs when the saw is suddenly
thrown up and back in an uncontrolled arc
The condition of the anti-vibration elements influ‐ towards the operator.
ences vibration behaviour – inspect anti-vibration
elements periodically. 3.2 Kickback occurs if, e. g.,
Inspect chain catcher – replace if damaged.
Switch off the engine
– To check the chain tension
– To retension the chain
– To replace the chain
– For remedying malfunctions

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Observe sharpening instructions – for safe and
proper handling, always keep the chain and
guide bar in flawless condition. Keep the chain
properly sharpened, tensioned and well lubrica‐
ted. – when the upper quadrant of the bar nose unin‐
tentionally contacts wood or another solid
Change chain, guide bar and chain sprocket in
object, e.g. when another limb is touched acci‐
due time.
dentally during limbing.
Regularly check that the clutch drum is in perfect – when the chain at the nose of the guide bar is
working condition. pinched in the cut.
Always store fuel and chain lubricant only in the 3.3 Quickstop chain brake:
specified type of containers and ensure they are
correctly labelled. Store in a dry, cool and secure This device reduces the risk of injury in certain
place protected against light and sunlight. situations – it cannot prevent kickback. When
activated, the chain brake stops the saw chain
In the event of a chain brake malfunction, switch
within a fraction of a second –
off the machine immediately – risk of injury! Con‐
see the section "Saw chain" in this Instruction
sult a servicing dealer – do not use the machine
Manual.
until the malfunction has been remedied, see
"Chain brake". 3.4 To reduce the risk of kickback
– Work cautiously and avoid situations which
3 Reactive Forces could cause kickback.
The most common reactive forces that occur dur‐ – Hold the saw firmly with both hands and main‐
ing cutting are: kickback, pushback and pull-in. tain a secure grip.
– always cut at full throttle.
3.1 Dangers of kickback – Be aware of the location of the guide bar nose
Kickback can result in serious or fatal at all times.
injury. – do not cut with the bar nose.
– Take special care with small, tough limbs, they
may catch the chain.
– never cut several limbs at once.
– do not overreach.
– never cut above shoulder height.
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– Use extreme caution when re-entering a previ‐ – with trees that have fallen unfavorably
ous cut. between other trees and are under strain
– Do not attempt plunge cuts if you are not – when working in blowdown areas.
experience in this cutting technique.
In these cases, do not use a chain saw – use a
– be alert for shifting of the log or other forces
hoist, winch or drag line instead.
that may cause the cut to close and pinch the
chain. Pull out exposed and cleared logs. Select clear
– always cut with a correctly sharpened, prop‐ area for cutting.
erly tensioned chain – the depth gauge setting Deadwood (dry, decayed or rotted wood) repre‐
must not be too large. sents a considerable risk that is difficult to
– Use a low kickback chain and a narrow radius assess. Identifying the extent of the dangers is
guide bar. complicated, if not impossible. Use aids such as
a cable winch or tractor in such cases.
3.5 Pull-in (A)
When felling in the vicinity of roads, railways,
power lines, etc., take extra precautions. If nec‐
essary, inform the police, utility company or rail‐
way authority.

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Sawing and felling work, including all related
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work (plunge cutting, limbing, etc.) may only be

carried out by persons who have been specially
A trained and instructed. Persons who are not
experienced chain saw users should not carry
Pull-in occurs when the chain on the bottom of out any such work – increased risk of accidents!
the bar is suddenly pinched, caught or encoun‐ Country-specific legislation on felling technique
ters a foreign object in the wood. The reaction of must be complied with during felling work.
the chain pulls the saw forward – to reduce this
risk, always engage the spiked bumper securely 4.1 Sawing
in the tree or limb.
Do not operate your saw with the starting throttle
3.6 Pushback (B) lock engaged. Engine speed cannot be control‐
led with the throttle trigger in this position.
Work calmly and carefully – in daylight conditions
and only when visibility is good. Ensure you do
not endanger others – stay alert at all times.
It is advisable for first-time users to practice cut‐
ting logs on a sawbuck – see "Sawing thin
wood".
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Use the shortest possible guide bar: The chain,

B guide bar and chain sprocket must match each
other and your saw.
Pushback occurs when the chain on the top of
the bar is suddenly pinched, caught or encoun‐
ters a foreign object in the wood. The reaction of
the chain drives the saw straight back toward the
operator – to avoid this risk:
– Be alert to situations that may cause the top of
the guide bar to be pinched
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– Do not twist the guide bar in the cut

3.7 Exercise extreme caution

– with leaners

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Position the saw so that your body is clear of the Never work without the spiked bumper because
cutting attachment. the saw may pull you forwards and off balance.
Always hold the spiked bumper securely against
Always pull the saw out of the cut with the chain
the tree or limb.
running.
At the end of the cut, the chain saw is no longer
Use your chain saw for cutting only. It is not
supported by the cutting attachment in the cut.
designed for prying or shoveling away limbs,
The chain saw's weight must be borne by the
roots or other objects.
user – risk of loss of control!
Do not underbuck freely hanging limbs.
Sawing thin wood:
Be careful when cutting scrub and young trees. – Use a sturdy and stable support – sawhorse.
Thin shoots can be scooped up by the chain saw – Never hold the log with your leg or foot.
and hurled towards the user. – never allow another person to hold the log or
Be careful when cutting splintered wood – Risk of help in any other way.
injury from ejected pieces of wood! Limbing
Make sure your saw does not touch any foreign – use a low kickback chain.
materials: Stones, nails, etc. may be flung off – Work with the saw supported wherever possi‐
and damage the saw chain. The chain saw may ble.
kick back unexpectedly – risk of accident! – do not stand on the log while limbing it.
– do not cut with the bar nose.
If a rotating saw chain hits a stone or another
– watch for limbs which are under tension.
hard object, sparks may be generated which may
– never cut several limbs at once.
ignite easily flammable materials under certain
conditions. Also dried-out plants and brushwood Lying or standing logs under tension:
are combustible, above all in hot and dry
Always make the cuts in the correct order (first
weather. If there is a risk of fire, do not use the
compression side (1), then tension side (2)), oth‐
chain saw in the vicinity of easily combustible
erwise the cutting attachment may stick in the cut
materials, dry plants or scrub. It is mandatory
or kick back – risk of injury!
that you ask the responsible forestry office about
the current fire hazard.

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If on a slope, stand on the uphill side of the log.

Watch out for rolling logs.
2
When working at heights:
– Always use a lift bucket
– Never use the machine while standing on a
1
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ladder or in a tree
– Never work on an insecure support
– Never work above shoulder height
– Never use the machine with just one hand
► Make relieving cut at the compression side (1)
Begin cutting with the saw at full throttle and
► Make bucking cut at the tension side (2)
engage the spiked bumper firmly in the wood,
and then continue cutting. Be wary of pushback when making bucking cut
from the bottom upwards (underbuck).

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– Neighboring trees
NOTICE – Snow load
– Take the general condition of the tree into
Do not cut a lying log at a point where it is touch‐ account – be especially careful with trunk
ing the ground because the saw chain will other‐ damage or deadwood (brittle, rotten or dead
wise be damaged. wood)

Ripping:

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B
B
A Direction of fall
B Escape path (escape routes)
Sawing technique without use of the spiked
bumper – risk of pull-in – position the guide bar at
– Establish escape paths for each worker –
as shallow an angle as possible – be especially approx. 45° diagonally opposite to the direc‐
careful – increased risk of kickback! tion of fall
4.2 Preparing for felling – Clear escape paths, eliminate obstacles
– Put down tools and equipment at a safe dis‐
Check that there are no other persons in the fell‐ tance – but not on the escape paths
ing area – other than helpers. – When felling, stand only to the side of the fall‐
Make sure no-one is endangered by the falling ing trunk and only move back laterally onto the
tree – the noise of your engine may drown any escape path
warning calls. – Plan escape paths on slopes parallel to the
slope
– When walking away along the escape path,
watch out for falling limbs and watch the top of
the tree.
Preparing work area at base of tree
– First clear the tree base and work area from
interfering limbs and brush to provide a secure
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footing.
1 1/ 2 1 – Carefully clear the base of the trunk (e.g., with
21/2 an axe) – sand, stones and other foreign
objects will blunt the saw chain
Maintain a distance of at least 2 1/2 tree lengths
from the next felling site.
Determining direction of fall and escape path
Select gap in stand into which you want the tree
to fall.
Pay special attention to the following points:
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– The natural inclination of the tree

– Unusually heavy limb structure, asymmetrical
growth, damage to tree
– The wind direction and speed – do not fell in – Remove largest buttresses: first the largest
high winds buttress – saw first vertically, then horizontally
– Direction of slope – only if the tree is in sound condition

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4.3 Felling notch Checking the direction of fall

Preparing the felling notch

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C

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C

► Insert the chainsaw with guide bar in the bot‐

The felling notch (C) determines the direction of tom of the felling notch. The gunning sight
fall. must point in the planned direction of fall – if
necessary, correct direction of fall by re-cutting
Important: the felling notch.
– Make a felling notch at right angle to direction
of fall 4.4 Sapwood cuts
– Saw as close to the ground as possible
– Cut to a depth of approx. 1/5 to 1/3 of the
diameter of the trunk
Determine direction of fall with gunning sight on
cover and fan housing

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Sapwood cuts in long-fibered softwood help pre‐
vent sapwood splintering when the tree falls.
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Make cuts at both sides of the trunk at same

height as bottom of felling notch to a depth of
about 1/10 of trunk diameter. On large diameter
trees, cut to no more than width of guide bar.
Your chainsaw has a gunning sight on the cover
Do not make sapwood cuts if wood is diseased.
and fan housing. Use this gunning sight.
Making the felling notch 4.5 Basic information on felling cut
When making a felling notch, align the chainsaw Basic dimensions
so that the notch lies at a right angle to the direc‐
tion of fall.
During the procedure, various sequences are
permitted for making a felling notch with a bottom
(horizontal) cut and top (angled) cut – comply
with national legislation regarding felling techni‐
que. C E
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► Make a bottom (horizontal) cut C

1/10
► Make the top (angled) cut approx. 45°‑ 60° to Ø G
the bottom cut
The felling notch (C) determines the direction of
fall.

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The hinge (D) functions like a real hinge to guide

the tree to the ground.
– Width of hinge: approx. 1/10 of the trunk diam‐
eter
– Never saw through the hinge while felling –
otherwise the tree will fall in a direction other
than the one planned – risk of accident!

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– With rotten trunks, leave a wider hinge
The tree is felled with the felling cut (E).
– Cut horizontally
– 1/10 (at least 3 cm) of tree diameter higher
Where possible, use a plunge blade. The plunge
than bottom of felling notch (C).
blade and the upper/lower side of the guide bar
The holding strap (F) or stabilizing strap (G) sup‐ are parallel.
ports the tree and helps prevent it from falling
During plunge cutting, the plunge bar helps to
prematurely.
keep the hinge parallel in form, i.e. the same
– Width of strip: approx. 1/10 to 1/5 of the trunk
thickness at all points. To do this, guide the
diameter
plunge bar parallel to the sink chord.
– Do not cut into the strip during the felling cut
– With rotten trunks, leave a wider strip Felling wedges
Plunge cutting Insert the felling wedge as soon as possible, i.e.
– For relieving cuts during shortening as soon as no obstruction of saw control is to be
– For wood carving expected. Position the felling wedge in the felling
cut and drive in with suitable tools.
Only use aluminum or plastic wedges – do not
use steel wedges. Steel wedges can seriously
damage the saw chain and cause dangerous
kickback.
Select suitable felling wedges dependent on the
001BA269 KN

1.
trunk diameter and the width of the kerf (ana‐
3. logue to felling cut (E)).
2.
Contact the STIHL dealer for the selection of the
► Use a low kickback saw chain and proceed felling wedge (suitable length, width and height).
with special care
1. Begin cut by applying the lower portion of the
4.6 Selecting the appropriate felling
guide bar nose – do not use upper portion cut
because of risk of kickback. Cut at full The selection of the appropriate felling cut is
strength until the depth of the kerf is twice dependent on the same tree characteristics that
the width of the guide bar must be noted when determining the direction of
2. Swing the machine slowly into the plunge fall and the escape paths.
cutting position – risk of kickback and push‐
There are various different features of these
back!
characteristics. This User Manual will only
3. Make the plunge cut very carefully. Risk of describe the two most commonly occurring var‐
pushback. iants:

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3.

001BA273 KN
001BA260 KN
► Set the felling wedge (3)
left: Normal tree – vertically upright tree Shout a second warning immediately before the
with uniform crown
tree falls.
right: Leaner tree - crown pointing in direc‐ ► Cut through the stabilizing strap, horizontal
tion of fall
level with the felling cut, with arms fully exten‐
4.7 Felling cut with stabilizing strap ded
(normal tree) B) Thick trunks
A) Thin trunks Implement this felling cut when the trunk diame‐
ter is greater than the cutting length of the
Implement this felling cut when the trunk diame‐ machine.
ter is smaller than the cutting length of the chain‐
saw.

1.
2.
1. 4. 5.
2.
3.

001BA263 KN
001BA261 KN

Shout a warning before starting the felling cut.

► Engage the spiked bumper at the height of the
Shout a warning before starting the felling cut. felling cut and use this as the rotation point –
► Plunge cut the felling cut (E) – plunge the reposition the chainsaw as little as possible
guide bar fully in ► Tip of the guide bar must penetrate the wood
► Engage the spiked bumper behind the hinge before the hinge (1) – guide the chainsaw
and use this as the rotation point – reposition absolutely horizontally and swivel as widely as
the chainsaw as little as possible possible
► Make the felling cut up to the hinge (1) ► Make the felling cut up to the hinge (2)
– Do not cut into the hinge – Do not cut into the hinge
► Make the felling cut up to the stabilizing ► Make the felling cut up to the stabilizing
strap (2) strap (3)
– Do not cut into the stabilizing strap – Do not cut into the stabilizing strap
The felling cut must be continued on the oppo‐
site side of the trunk.
Ensure that the second cut is at the same level
as the first cut.
► Plunge cut the felling cut
► Make the felling cut up to the hinge (4)
– Do not cut into the hinge
► Make the felling cut up to the stabilizing
strap (5)

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– Do not cut into the stabilizing strap

6.

001BA266 KN
001BA274 KN
Shout a second warning immediately before the
► Set the felling wedge (6)
tree falls.
Shout a second warning immediately before the ► With outstretched arms, cut through the hold‐
tree falls. ing strap at a downward angle from outside.
► Cut through the stabilizing strap, horizontal
level with the felling cut, with arms fully exten‐ B) Thick trunks
ded

4.8 Felling Cut with Holding Strap

(Leaner)
1.
5. 6.
A) Thin trunks 2. 3.
4.
Implement this felling cut when the trunk diame‐

001BA267 KN
ter is smaller than the cutting length of the chain‐
saw.
1. 2.
Perform this felling cut when the tree diameter is
greater than the cutting length of the chainsaw.
► Engage the spiked bumper behind the holding
strap and use it as a pivot – avoid reposition‐
ing the chainsaw more than necessary.
► The guide bar nose enters the wood (1) before
001BA265 KN

it reaches the hinge – hold the chainsaw hori‐

zontally and swing it as far as possible.
– Do not cut into the holding strap or hinge.
► Plunge cut the guide bar into the trunk until it ► Make the felling cut up to the hinge (2)
exits on the other side – Do not cut into the hinge
► Make the felling cut (E) towards the hinge (1) ► Make the felling cut up to the holding strap (3)
– Cut horizontally – Do not cut into the holding strap.
– Do not cut into the hinge The felling cut must be continued on the oppo‐
► Make the felling cut towards the holding strap site side of the trunk.
(2)
– Cut horizontally Ensure that the second cut is at the same level
– Do not cut into the holding strap. as the first cut.
► Engage the spiked bumper behind the hinge
and use this as the rotation point – reposition
the chainsaw as little as possible
► Tip of the guide bar must penetrate the wood
before the holding strap (4) – guide the chain‐
saw absolutely horizontally and swivel as
widely as possible
► Make the felling cut up to the hinge (5)
– Do not cut into the hinge
► Make the felling cut up to the holding strap (6)

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– Do not cut into the holding strap.
Your saw comes standard with a chain scabbard
that matches the cutting attachment.
If guide bars of different lengths are mounted to
the saw, always use a chain scabbard of the cor‐
rect length which covers the complete guide bar.
The length of the matching guide bars is marked
on the side of the chain scabbard.

001BA268 KN
6 Mounting the Bar and
Chain (front chain ten‐
Shout a second warning immediately before the sioner)
tree falls.
► With outstretched arms, cut through the hold‐ 6.1 Removing the chain sprocket
ing strap at a downward angle from outside. cover
5 Cutting Attachment
A cutting attachment consists of the saw chain,
guide bar and chain sprocket.
The cutting attachment that comes standard is
designed to exactly match the chain saw.

143BA034 KN
1
2
► Unscrew the nut and remove the chain
sprocket cover.
001BA248 KN

a 3

– The pitch (t) of the saw chain (1), chain

sprocket and the nose sprocket of the Rollo‐
matic guide bar must match.
– The drive link gauge (2) of the saw chain (1) 1 207BA009 KN

must match the groove width of the guide 2

bar (3).
If non-matching components are used, the cut‐ ► Turn the screw (1) counterclockwise until the
ting attachment may be damaged beyond repair tensioning nut (2) butts against the left end of
after a short period of operation. the housing slot.
5.1 Chain Scabbard
001BA244 KN

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English 7 Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick chain tensioner)

6.2 Disengage the chain brake. ► Refit the sprocket cover and screw on the nut
only fingertight.
► Go to chapter on "Tensioning the Saw Chain"

7 Mounting the Bar and

Chain (quick chain ten‐
sioner)

001BA186 KN
7.1 Removing the chain sprocket
cover

► Pull the hand guard towards the front handle

until there is an audible click – the chain brake
is disengaged.

6.3 Fitting the chain 1

3 2

2310BA013 KN
► Swing grip (1) into position (until it engages)
► Turn the wing nut (2) to the left until it hangs
143BA003 KN

loosely in the chain sprocket cover (3)

► Remove chain sprocket cover (3)

7.2 Mounting the tensioning gear

WARNING

Wear work gloves to protect your hands from the

sharp cutters.
► Fit the chain – start at the bar nose. 1

2310BA014 KN

3 1 1 ► Remove and reverse tensioning gear (1)

2 4
207BA010 KN

2
► Fit the guide bar over the studs (1) – the cut‐
ting edges on the top of the bar must point to
2310BA015 KN

the right.
► Engage the peg of the tensioner slide in the
locating hole (2) –- place the chain over the
sprocket (3) at the same time.
► Turn the tensioning screw (4) clockwise until ► Remove screw (2)
there is very little chain sag on the underside
of the bar – and the drive link tangs are
engaged in the bar groove.

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7.4 Fitting the saw chain

1

2310BA016 KN
► Position tensioning gear (1) and guide bar (3)
relative to one another

2 2310BA017 KN

181BA012 KN
1

► Insert and tighten screw (2)

WARNING
7.3 Releasing the chain brake
Put on protective gloves – risk of injury by the
sharp cutters.
► Fit the saw chain – starting at the nose of the
guide bar – pay attention to the position of the
tensioning gear and the cutting edges
► Turn tensioning gear (1) to the right as far as
possible
001BA186 KN

► Turn the guide bar so that the tensioning gear

faces the user

► Pull hand guard towards the front handle until

it engages audibly – chain brake is released
3
2
181BA013 KN

► Place the saw chain on the chain sprocket (2)

► Slide the guide bar over the collar screw (3);
the head of the rear collar screw must pro‐
trude into the oblong hole

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English 8 Tensioning the Saw Chain (front chain tensioner)

8 Tensioning the Saw Chain

(front chain tensioner)

143BA045 KN
1

Retensioning during cutting work:

► Switch off the engine.
► Loosen the nuts.
► Hold the bar nose up.
► Use a screwdriver to turn the tensioning
135BA011 KN

screw (1) clockwise until the chain fits snugly

against the underside of the bar.
► While still holding the bar nose up, tighten
down the nuts firmly.
► Guide the drive link into the bar groove (see
► Go to "Checking Chain Tension".
arrow) and turn the tensioning gear to the left
as far as possible A new chain has to be retensioned more often
► Fit chain sprocket cover, sliding the guide lugs than one that has been in use for some time.
into the engine housing openings ► Check chain tension frequently – see chapter
on "Operating Instructions".

9 Tensioning the Saw Chain

4 (quick chain tensioner)
5
2310BA018 KN

1
2
001BA112 KN

When fitting the chain sprocket cover, the teeth

of the adjusting wheel and the tensioning gear
must mesh; if necessary,
► turn the adjusting wheel (4) a little until the
chain sprocket cover can be slid completely Retensioning during cutting work:
against the engine housing ► Shut off the engine.
► Swing grip (5) into position (until it engages) ► Pull out the hinged clip and loosen the wing‐
► Fit wing nut and tighten lightly nut.
► Next step: see "Tensioning the Saw Chain" ► Turn the adjusting wheel (1) clockwise as far
as stop.
► Tighten down the wingnut (2) firmly by hand.
► Fold down the hinged clip.
► Go to "Checking Chain Tension"
A new chain has to be retensioned more often
than one that has been in use for some time.

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10 Checking Chain Tension English
► Check chain tension frequently – see chapter 11.2 Mixing fuel
on "Operating Instructions".
NOTICE
10 Checking Chain Tension
Unsuitable fuels or a mixing ratio that deviates
from the specification can lead to severe engine
damage. The engine, seals, fuel lines and fuel
tank may be damaged if low-quality gasoline or
engine oil is used.

11.2.1 Gasoline

143BA007 KN
Use only high-quality gasoline with an octane rat‐
ing of at least 90 ROC – leaded or unleaded.
Gasoline with an alcohol component exceeding
► Shut off the engine. 10% can cause impaired engine performance in
► Wear work gloves to protect your hands. engines with manually adjustable carburetors
► The chain must fit snugly against the under‐ and thus should not be used in these engines.
side of the bar and it must still be possible to
Engines with M-Tronic deliver full engine per‐
pull the chain along the bar by hand.
formance using gasoline with an alcohol compo‐
► If necessary, retension the chain.
nent of up to 27% (E27).
A new chain has to be retensioned more often
11.2.2 Engine oil
than one that has been in use for some time.
► Check chain tension frequently – see chapter If you mix the fuel yourself, use only STIHL two-
on "Operating Instructions". stroke engine oil or another high-performance
engine oil classified as JASO FB, JASO FC,
11 Fuel JASO FD, ISO-L-EGB, ISO-L-EGC or ISO-L-
The engine requires a mixture of gasoline and EGD.
engine oil. STIHL specifies STIHL HP Ultra two-stroke
engine oil or an equivalent high-performance
WARNING engine oil in order to maintain emission limits
over the machine’s service life.
Avoid direct skin contact with fuel and breathing
in of gasoline fumes. 11.2.3 Mixing ratio
with STIHL two-stroke engine oil 1:50; 1:50 =
11.1 STIHL MotoMix 1 part oil + 50 parts gasoline
STIHL recommends using STIHL MotoMix. This 11.2.4 Examples
pre-blended fuel is free of benzene and lead, is
distinguished by a high octane rating, and Quantity of gaso‐ STIHL two-stroke
always provides the proper mixing ratio. line engine oil 1:50
Liters Liters (ml)
STIHL MotoMix uses STIHL HP Ultra two-stroke 1 0.02 (20)
engine oil for optimum engine life. 5 0.10 (100)
10 0.20 (200)
MotoMix is not available in all markets. 15 0.30 (300)
20 0.40 (400)
25 0.50 (500)
► Pour oil into an approved safety fuel canister
first, then add gasoline and mix thoroughly

11.3 Storing fuel mixture

Store in approved safety fuel canisters only in a
dry, cool and secure place protected against light
and sunlight.

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English 12 Fueling

Fuel mixture deteriorates with age – mix only as

WARNING
much as needed for a few weeks. Do not store
fuel mixture for longer than 30 days. The fuel After fueling, tighten down the filler cap by hand
mixture can become unusable more quickly if as securely as possible.
exposed to light, sunlight or low or high tempera‐
tures. Use a suitable tool (e. g., screwdriver of the com‐
STIHL MotoMix however can be stored for up to bination wrench) for slotted filler caps.
5 years without any problems.
12.3 Fuel pick-up body replacement
► Shake the canister containing the fuel mixture
thoroughly before refueling

WARNING

Pressure may have built up in the canister –

open it carefully.
► The fuel tank and the canister in which fuel
mixture is stored should be cleaned thoroughly
from time to time
Residual fuel and the liquid used for cleaning
must be disposed of in accordance with regula‐
tions and without harming the environment!

12 Fueling

12.1 Preparing the machine

143BA009 KN
Change the fuel pick-up body every year; to do
this:
► Drain the fuel tank
143BA000 KN

► Pull the fuel pick-up body out of the tank with a

hook and disconnect it from the hose
► Connect a new fuel pick-up body to the hose
► Return the fuel pick-up body to the tank
► Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area
around it so that dirt cannot fall into the tank. 13 Chain Lubricant
► Always position the machine so that the filler For automatic and reliable lubrication of the
cap is facing upwards chain and guide bar – use only an environmen‐
► Open the filler cap tally compatible quality chain and bar lubricant.
Rapidly biodegradable STIHL BioPlus is recom‐
12.2 Refueling mended.
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling and do
not overfill the tank.
STIHL recommends use of the STIHL filling sys‐
tem for fuel (special accessory).

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STIHL recommends you use the STIHL filler noz‐

NOTICE
zle for chain oil (special accessory).
Biological chain oil must be resistant to aging ► Close the filler cap.
(e.g. STIHL BioPlus), since it will otherwise There must still be a small amount of oil in the oil
quickly turn to resin. This results in hard deposits tank when the fuel tank is empty.
that are difficult to remove, especially in the area
If the oil level in the tank does not go down, the
of the chain drive and chain. It may even cause
reason may be a fault in the oil supply system:
the oil pump to seize.
Check chain lubrication, clean the oilways, con‐
The service life of the chain and guide bar tact your dealer for assistance if necessary
depends on the quality of the lubricant. It is STIHL recommends that you have servicing and
therefore essential to use only a specially formu‐ repair work carried out exclusively by an author‐
lated chain lubricant. ized STIHL servicing dealer.

WARNING 15 Checking Chain Lubrica‐

Do not use waste oil. Renewed contact with
tion
waste oil can cause skin cancer. Moreover,
waste oil is environmentally harmful.

NOTICE

Waste oil does not have the necessary lubricat‐

143BA024 KN
ing properties and is unsuitable for chain lubrica‐
tion.

14 Filling Chain Oil Tank

The saw chain must always spin off a small
amount of oil.

NOTICE
14.1 Preparations
Never operate your machine without chain lubri‐
cation. If the saw chain runs dry, the cutting
attachment may very quickly be damaged
beyond repair. Before starting work, always
check the chain lubrication and oil level in the
tank.

Every new saw chain needs a run-in time of 2 to

001BA158 KN

3 minutes.
After the saw chain has run in, check the tension
of the chain and correct if necessary – see
► Thoroughly clean the oil filler cap and the area "Checking the chain tension".
around it to ensure that no dirt falls into the
tank. 16 Chain Brake
► Position the machine so that the filler cap is
facing up.
► Open the filler cap.

14.2 Fill up with chain oil.

► Refill the chain oil tank every time you refuel.
Take care not to spill chain oil while refilling and
do not overfill the tank.

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16.1 Saw chain, lock 16.3 Checking Operation of the

Chain Brake
Before starting work: Run engine at idle speed,
engage the chain brake (push hand guard
towards bar nose) and open the throttle wide for
(no more than 3 seconds) – the chain must not
rotate. The hand guard must be free of dirt and

143BA011 KN
easily moveable.

16.4 Chain Brake Maintenance

The chain brake is subject to (normal wear). It is
– in an emergency
necessary to have it serviced and maintained
– when starting
regularly by trained personnel. STIHL recom‐
– when idling
mends that maintenance and repair work be car‐
Press the hand guard towards the nose of the ried out only by authorised STIHL dealers. The
guide bar with the left hand - or automatically following intervals must be complied with:
due to kickback: Saw chain is blocked - and Full-time use: quarterly
stops running. Part-time use: every six months
occasional use: annually
16.2 Disengage the chain brake.
17 Starting / Stopping the
Engine
17.1 Positions of the master control
lever
143BA012 KN

STOP
► Pull the hand guard back towards the front
handle.

NOTICE
0
The chain brake must be released before open‐
ing the throttle (except during functional check‐
out) and before sawing.
Running the engine at high revs with the chain
brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly dam‐
age the engine and chain drive (clutch, chain
brake).

The chain brake is also activated by the inertia of

001BA140 KN

the front hand guard if the kickback force of the

saw is high enough: The hand guard is acceler‐
ated toward the bar nose – even if your left hand
is not behind the hand guard, e.g. during felling
cut. Stop 0 – engine off – ignition is switched off
The chain brake will operate only if the hand Run F – Engine running or can start
guard has not been modified in any way.
Warm start n – this position is for starting the
warm engine – the master control lever returns to
run when the throttle trigger is squeezed

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17.3.1 On the ground
Cold start l – this position is for starting the
cold engine

17.2 Adjusting the master control

lever
To adjust the master control lever from run F to
cold start l, press and hold down the throttle
trigger lockout and throttle trigger simultaneously
– set master control lever.
To set the master control lever to warm start n,
first set it to cold start l, then push the master
control lever into the warm start n position.
Switching to the warm start n position is only
possible from the cold start l position.
Simultaneously pressing the throttle trigger lock‐
out and blipping the throttle trigger causes the
master control lever to jump from the warm
start n position to run F.

207BA020 KN
To switch off the engine, set the master control
lever to Stop 0.
17.2.1 Position cold start l
► Place the chain saw securely on the ground
– If the engine is cold and assume a steady stance – the saw chain
– If the engine stalls during opening of throttle must not touch any objects and also must not
after starting
touch the ground
– If the fuel tank has run empty (engine stalled ► With the left hand on handlebar, press the
out)
chain saw firmly against the ground – thumb
17.2.2 Position warm start n wrapped around the handlebar
– If engine is warm (once the engine has been ► Place your right foot into the rear handle
running for approx. one minute)
– When the engine has fired for the first time
– After ventilation of the combustion chamber, if
the engine was flooded

17.3 Holding the chain saw

There are two ways to hold the chain saw during
starting.

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English 17 Starting / Stopping the Engine
17.3.2 Between the knees or thighs ► With the right hand, pull the starter grip slowly
until you feel it engage – and then give it a
brisk strong pull – simultaneously press down
on the handlebar – do not pull the starter rope
out all the way – risk of breakage! Do not let
the starter grip snap back – guide it vertically
back into the housing so that the starter rope
can rewind properly
With a new engine or after a long period of dis‐
use, it may be necessary to pull the starter rope
several times – to prime the fuel line.
17.4.2 Versions with ErgoStart
The ErgoStart stores the energy for starting the
chain saw. For this reason, a few seconds may
pass between the pulling of the starter rope and
the starting of the engine.
► With the right hand, pull the starter grip slowly
and smoothly – simultaneously press down on
the handlebar – do not pull the starter rope out
207BA021 KN

all the way – risk of breakage!

► Do not let the starter grip snap back – guide it
vertically back into the housing so that the
starter rope can rewind properly
► Clamp the rear handle between the knees or
thighs 17.5 Starting the chain saw
► Grip the handlebar firmly with the left hand –
thumb wrapped around the handlebar WARNING
17.4 Starting There must not be anyone within the swivel
17.4.1 Standard versions range of the chain saw.
► Observe safety precautions
207BA022 KN

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17.5.1 For all versions 17.7 Once the engine is running

STOP

3 2
0

207BA024 KN
4
1
► Press the throttle trigger lockout (2) and blip
the throttle trigger (4); the master control
lever (3) jumps to run F and the engine begins
to idle
2 NOTICE

The engine must be switched to idle immediately

– otherwise, damage to the engine housing and
207BA025 KN

chain brake may occur when the chain brake is

locked.

► Push the hand guard (1) forwards – the saw

chain is blocked
► Simultaneously press and hold down the throt‐
tle trigger lockout (2) and throttle trigger – set
master control lever
Position cold start l

207BA019 KN
– If engine is cold (even if the engine has stalled
during opening of throttle after starting)
Position warm start n
– If engine is warm (once the engine has been ► Pull the hand guard toward the handlebar
running for approx. one minute)
► Hold and start the chain saw The chain brake is released - the chain saw is
ready for use.
17.6 When the engine has turned
NOTICE
over for the first time
Open the throttle only when the chain brake is
STOP off. Increased engine speeds with the chain
brake on (saw chain is stationary) will quickly
damage the clutch and chain brake.
0

3 17.8 At very low temperatures

► Let the engine warm up briefly with the throttle
207BA023 KN

slightly open

17.9 Switching off the engine

► Move the master control lever to the stop posi‐
► Move master control lever (3) to warm start n tion 0
and continue cranking

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17.10 If the engine does not start 18.2.3 Chain at operating temperature

The master control lever was not returned from The chain stretches and begins to sag. The drive
the position cold start l to warm start n in links must not come out of the bar groove on the
time, the engine may be flooded. underside of the bar – the chain may otherwise
► Move the master control lever to the stop posi‐ jump off the bar. Retension the chain – see "Ten‐
tion 0 sioning the Saw Chain".
► Remove the spark plug - see "Spark plug"
► Dry the spark plug NOTICE
► Crank the engine several times with the starter
The chain contracts as it cools down. If it is not
– to clear the combustion chamber
slackened off, it can damage the crankshaft and
► Replace the spark plug – see "Spark plug"
bearings.
► Set the master control lever to warm start n –
even if the engine is cold
18.2.4 After a long period of full-throttle oper‐
► Restart the engine
ation
18 Operating Instructions After a long period of full-throttle operation, allow
engine to run for a while at idle speed so that the
18.1 During the break-in period heat in the engine can be dissipated by flow of
A factory new machine should not be run at high cooling air. This protects engine-mounted com‐
revs (full throttle off load) for the first three tank ponents (ignition, carburetor) from thermal over‐
fillings. This avoids unnecessarily high loads dur‐ load.
ing the break-in period. As all moving parts have
to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional
18.3 After finishing work
resistances in the shortblock are greater during ► Slacken off the chain if you have retensioned it
this period. The engine develops its maximum at operating temperature during work.
power after about 5 to 15 tank fillings.
NOTICE
18.2 During work
Always slacken off the chain again after finishing
NOTICE work. The chain contracts as it cools down. If it is
not slackened off, it can damage the crankshaft
Do not make the mixture leaner to achieve an and bearings.
apparent increase in power – this could damage
the engine – see "Adjusting the Carburetor". 18.3.1 Short-term storage
Wait for engine to cool down. Keep the machine
NOTICE with a full tank of fuel in a dry place, well away
from sources of ignition, until you need it again.
Open the throttle only when the chain brake is
18.3.2 Long-term storage
off. Running the engine at high revs with the
chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly See "Storing the machine"
damage the shortblock and chain drive (clutch,
chain brake). 19 Taking Care of the Guide
18.2.1 Check chain tension frequently
Bar
A new saw chain must be retensioned more fre‐
quently than one that has been in use already for
an extended period. 2
18.2.2 Chain cold 1 3
143BA026 KN

Tension is correct when the chain fits snugly

against the underside of the bar but can still be
pulled along the bar by hand. Retension if neces‐
sary – see "Tensioning the Saw Chain".

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► Turn the guide bar over – every time you
sharpen the chain and every time you replace
the chain – this helps avoid one-sided wear,
especially at the nose and underside of the
bar.
► Regularly clean the oil inlet hole (1), the oil‐
way (2) and the bar groove (3)
► Measure the groove depth – with the scale on

207BA037 KN
the filing gauge (special accessory) – in the
area used most for cutting
Chain type Chain pitch Minimum
groove ► Pull the filter upwards to remove
depth ► Knock out the filter or blow it clear with com‐
Picco 1/4" P 4.0 mm pressed air from the inside outwards - do not
Rapid 1/4“ 4.0 mm wash
Picco 3/8" P 5.0 mm
Rapid 3/8“; 0.325“ 6.0 mm Do not clean fleece filters with a brush!
Rapid 0.404“ 7.0 mm
If the filter cannot be cleaned or is damaged,
If groove depth is less than specified: replace the filter
► Replace the guide bar ► Reinstall air filter
The drive link tangs will otherwise scrape along
the bottom of the groove – the cutters and tie 22 Adjusting the Carburetor
straps will not ride on the bar rails.
22.1 Basic information
20 Shroud The carburetor has been factory-adjusted to pro‐
vide the engine with a optimal fuel-air mixture in
20.1 Removing the shroud all operating states.
207BA039 KN

207BA029 KN

► Use a suitable tool to open the catch by turn‐

ing it 90° to the left 22.2 Standard setting
► Lift off the shroud ► Check the air filter - replace if necessary
► Check spark arresting screen – clean or
20.2 Refitting the shroud replace it if necessary
Install parts in reverse order. ► Carefully screw the idle speed screw (LD)
down counterclockwise (left-hand thread) until
21 Cleaning the Air Filter it is firmly seated, then 2 turns clockwise
(standard setting LD = 2)
21.1 If there is a noticeable loss of
engine power 22.3 Setting the idle speed
► Simultaneously press the throttle trigger lock‐ ► Start and warm up the engine
out and throttle trigger and set the Master ► Using the idle speed screw (LD), set the idle
Control lever to cold start l speed correctly: The saw chain must not
► Clean away loose dirt from around the filter rotate
► Remove the shroud – see "Shroud" Engine speed too low when idling:

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English 23 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler
► Turn the idle speed adjusting screw (LD)
slowly clockwise until the saw chain begins to
rotate – then back off 1/2 turn
Saw chain rotates at idle speed:
► Turn the idle speed adjusting screw (LD)
slowly counterclockwise until the saw chain
1
1
stops rotating – then turn an additional 1/2 turn
in the same direction

WARNING

If the saw chain continues to keep rotating in idle

even after adjustment, have the chain saw
checked by a servicing dealer.

23 Spark Arresting Screen in 3

Muffler 2
In some countries, the muffler is fitted with a

143BA029 KN
spark arresting screen. 4
WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire caused by hot particles ► Take out the screws (1) and remove the cover
escaping from the machine, never operate the (2)
machine without a spark arresting screen, or with ► Remove the spark arresting screen (3) from
the spark arresting screen damaged. Do not the muffler (4)
modify the muffler or spark arresting screen. To ► Clean the dirty spark arresting screen, replace
reduce the risk of fire from accumulated debris if damaged or heavily carbonized
such as pine needles, branches or leaves, ► Refit the spark arresting screen – place the
ensure that the muffler plugs are in place before cover in position and secure it with the screws.
taking up work. ► If the muffler plugs are missing or damaged,
mount new plugs
NOTICE
24 Spark Plug
According to the law or regulations in some ► If the engine is down on power, difficult to start
countries or federal states, certain operations or runs poorly at idle speed, first check the
may only be carried out if a properly serviced spark plug.
spark arresting screen is provided. ► Fit a new spark plug after about 100 operating
hours – or sooner if the electrodes are badly
► If the engine is down on power, check the
eroded. Install only suppressed spark plugs of
spark arresting screen in the muffler
the type approved by STIHL – see "Specifica‐
► Wait for the muffler to cool down
tions".

24.1 Removing the spark plug

► Simultaneously press the throttle trigger lock‐
out and throttle trigger and set the Master
Control lever to cold start l
► Remove the shroud – see "Shroud"

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WARNING

Arcing may occur if the adapter nut (1) is loose

or missing. Working in an easily combustible or
explosive atmosphere may cause a fire or an
explosion. This can result result in serious inju‐
ries or damage to property.

207BA036 KN
► Use resistor type spark plugs with a properly
tightened adapter nut.

► Pull off the spark plug boot 24.3 Installing the spark plug
► Unscrew spark plug ► Install the spark plug and connect the spark
plug boot (press it down firmly) – reassembly
24.2 Checking the Spark Plug all other parts in the reverse sequence.

25 Storing the Machine

For periods of about 30 days or longer
► Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well-ventila‐
ted area.
► Dispose of fuel properly in accordance with
000BA039 KN

local environmental requirements.

► If a manual fuel pump is fitted: Press the man‐
A ual fuel pump at least 5 times.
► Start the engine and run it at idling speed until
it stops.
► Clean dirty spark plug. ► Remove saw chain and guide bar; clean and
► Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if neces‐ spray with protective oil
sary – see "Specifications". ► Thoroughly clean the machine - pay special
► Rectify the problems which have caused foul‐ attention to the cylinder fins and air filter
ing of the spark plug. ► When using biological chain oil (e.g. STIHL
Possible causes are: BioPlus), fill the lubricant oil tank
– Too much oil in fuel mix. ► Store the machine in a dry and secure location
– Dirty air filter. Keep out of the reach of children and other
– Unfavorable running conditions. unauthorized persons

26 Checking and Replacing

the Chain Sprocket
1 ► Remove chain sprocket cover, saw chain and
guide bar.
► Release chain brake – pull hand guard against
the front handle
000BA045 KN

26.1 Fit new chain sprocket

143BA042 KN

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English 27 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain
– after use of two saw chains or earlier
Carbide-tipped (Duro) saw chains are especially
– if the wear marks (arrows) are deeper than
wear-resistant. For an optimal sharpening result,
0.5 mm – otherwise the service life of the saw
STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers.
chain is reduced – use check gauge (special
accessory) to test WARNING
Using two saw chains in alternation helps pre‐
serve the chain sprocket Compliance with the angles and dimensions lis‐
ted below is absolutely necessary. An improperly
STIHL recommends use of original STIHL chain sharpened saw chain – especially depth gauges
sprockets in order to ensure optimal functioning that are too low – can lead to increased kickback
of the chain brake. tendency of the chain saw – risk of injury!

27.2 Chain pitch

001BA086 KN
a

689BA027 KN
► Use a screwdriver to remove the E-clip
► Remove washer
► Remove the chain sprocket together with the
needle cage from the crankshaft The chain pitch marking (a) is embossed in the
area of the depth gauge of each cutter.
26.2 Install chain sprocket
Marking (a) Chain pitch
► Clean crankshaft stub and needle cage and Inches mm
lubricate with STIHL lubricant (special acces‐ 7 1/4 P 6.35
sory) 1 or 1/4 1/4 6.35
► Slide needle cage onto the crankshaft stub 6, P or PM 3/8 P 9.32
► After refitting, turn the chain sprocket approx. 2 or 325 0.325 8.25
3 or 3/8 3/8 9.32
1 full turn so that the carrier for the oil pump 4 or 404 0.404 10.26
drive engages
► Refit washer and E-clip on the crankshaft The diameter of file to be used depends on the
chain pitch – see table "Sharpening tools".
27 Maintaining and Sharpen‐ The angles of the cutter must be maintained dur‐
ing the Saw Chain ing resharpening.

27.1 Sawing effortlessly with a prop‐ 27.3 Sharpening and side plate
erly sharpened saw chain angles
A properly sharpened saw chain cuts through
wood effortlessly even with very little pushing. A
Never use a dull or damaged saw chain – this
leads to increased physical strain, increased
vibration load, unsatisfactory cutting results and
increased wear.
689BA021 KN

► Clean the saw chain

► Check the saw chain for cracks and damaged B
rivets
► Replace damaged or worn chain components
and adapt these parts to the remaining parts in A Sharpening angle
terms of shape and level of wear – rework
accordingly
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STIHL saw chains are sharpened with a 30° STIHL filing gauge (special accessory, see table
sharpening angle. Ripping chains, which are "Sharpening tools") – a universal tool for check‐
sharpened with a 10° sharpening angle, are ing sharpening and side plate angles, depth
exceptions. Ripping chains have an X in the des‐ gauge setting, and tooth length, as well as clean‐
ignation. ing grooves and oil inlet holes.
B Side plate angle 27.6 Proper sharpening
► Select sharpening tools in accordance with
The correct side plate angle results automatically
chain pitch
when the specified file holder and file diameter
► Clamp guide bar if necessary
are used.
► Block saw chain – push the hand guard for‐
Tooth shapes Angle (°) ward
A B ► To advance the saw chain, pull the hand
Micro = semi-chisel tooth, e. g., 30 75
63 PM3, 26 RM3, 36 RM guard toward the handlebar: The chain brake
Super = full chisel tooth, e. g., 30 60 is disengaged. With the Quickstop Super
63 PS3, 26 RS, 36 RS3 chain brake system, additionally press the
Ripping chain, e. g., 63 PMX, 10 75 throttle trigger lockout
36 RMX ► Sharpen frequently, removing little material –
The angles must be identical for all cutters in the two or three strokes of the file are usually suffi‐
saw chain. Varying angles: Rough, uneven run‐ cient for simple resharpening
ning of the saw chain, increased wear – even to
the point of saw chain breakage.

27.4 File holder

90°

689BA018 KN
689BA025 KN

► Use a file holder

Always use a file holder (special accessory, see
table "Sharpening tools") when sharpening saw
689BA043 KN

chains by hand. File holders have markings for

the sharpening angle.
Use only special saw chain files! Other files are
unsuitable in terms of shape and type of cutting. ► Guide the file: horizontally (at a right angle to
27.5 To check the angles the side surface of the guide bar) in accord‐
ance with the specified angle – according to
the markings on the file holder – rest the file
holder on the tooth head and the depth gauge
► File only from the inside outward
► The file only sharpens on the forward stroke –
lift the file on the backstroke
► Do not file tie straps and drive links
► Rotate the file a little periodically in order to
001BA203 KN

avoid uneven wear

► To remove file burr, use a piece of hardwood
► Check angle with file gauge

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English 27 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain

All cutters must be equally long.

With varying cutter lengths, the cutter heights
also vary and cause rough running of the saw
chain and chain breakage.
► All cutters must be filed down equal to the
length of the shortest cutter – ideally, one 2
should have this done by a servicing dealer
1

689BA061 KN
using an electric sharpener

27.7 Depth gauge setting

► Lay the appropriate file gauge (1) for the chain
pitch on the saw chain and press it against the
cutter to be checked – if the depth gauge pro‐
trudes past the file gauge, the depth gauge
a must be reworked
Saw chains with humped drive link (2) – upper
part of the humped drive link (2) (with service
689BA023 KN

mark) is lowered at the same time as the depth

gauge of the cutter.

WARNING
The depth gauge determines the depth to which
the cutter penetrates the wood and thus the chip The rest of the humped drive link must not be
thickness. filed; otherwise, this could increase the tendency
of the chain saw to kick back.
a Required distance between depth gauge and
cutting edge

When cutting softwood outside of the frost sea‐

son, the distance can be increased by up to
0.2 mm (0.008").
Chain pitch Depth gauge
Distance (a)

689BA051 KN
Inches (mm) mm (Inches)
1/4 P (6.35) 0.45 (0.018)
1/4 (6.35) 0.65 (0.026)
3/8 P (9.32) 0.65 (0.026)
0.325 (8.25) 0.65 (0.026)
3/8 (9.32) 0.65 (0.026) ► Rework the depth gauge so that it is flush with
0.404 (10.26) 0.80 (0.031) the file gauge

27.8 Lowering the depth gauges

The depth gauge setting is lowered when the
cutter is sharpened.
► Check the depth gauge setting after each
sharpening
689BA044 KN

► Afterwards, dress the leading edge of the

depth gauge parallel to the service mark (see
arrow) – when doing this, be careful not to fur‐
ther lower the highest point of the depth gauge

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WARNING

Depth gauges that are too low increase the kick‐

back tendency of the chain saw.

689BA052 KN
► Lay the file gauge on the saw chain – the high‐
est point of the depth gauge must be flush with
the file gauge
► After sharpening, clean the saw chain thor‐
oughly, removing any filings or grinding dust –
lubricate the saw chain thoroughly
► In the event of extended periods of disuse,
store saw chains in cleaned and oiled condi‐
tion

Sharpening tools (special accessories)

Chain pitch Round file Round file File holder File gauge Taper square Sharpening
^ file set1)
Inches (mm) mm (Inches Part number Part number Part number Part number Part number
)
1/4P (6.35) 3.2 (1/8) 5605 771 5605 750 0000 893 0814 252 5605 007
3206 4300 4005 3356 1000
1/4 (6.35) 4.0 (5/32) 5605 772 40065605 750 43271110 893 40000814 252 33565605 007
1027
3/8 P (9.32) 4.0 (5/32) 5605 772 5605 750 1110 893 0814 252 5605 007
4006 4327 4000 3356 1027
0.325 (8.25) 4.8 (3/16) 5605 772 5605 750 1110 893 0814 252 5605 007
4806 4328 4000 3356 1028
3/8 (9.32) 5.2 (13/64) 5605 772 5605 750 1110 893 0814 252 5605 007
5206 4329 4000 3356 1029
0.404 (10.26) 5.5 (7/32) 5605 772 5605 750 1106 893 0814 252 5605 007
5506 4330 4000 3356 1030
1)consisting of file holder with round file, taper square file and file gauge

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English 28 Maintenance and Care

28 Maintenance and Care

The following maintenance intervals apply for normal operat‐

Before starting work

At the end of work and/or daily
Whenever tank is refilled
Weekly
Monthly

If faulty
Annually

If damaged
As required
ing conditions only. When working under difficult conditions
(high accumulation of dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber
from tropical trees, etc.) or longer than normal each day, the
specified intervals must be shortened accordingly. If you only
use the tool occasionally, extend the intervals accordingly.

Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, X X

leaks)
Clean X
Throttle trigger, throttle trigger Function test X X
lockout, choke lever, stop
switch, master control lever
(dependent on equipment)
Chain brake Function test X X
Have checked by dealer1) X
Manual fuel pump (if present) check X
Have repaired by a specialist X
dealer1)
Fuel pick-up body / filter in fuel check X
tank Clean, replace filter insert X X
replace X X X
Fuel tank Clean X
Lubricating oil tank Clean X
Chain lubrication check X
Saw chain Check, pay attention to X X
sharpness
Checking the chain tension X X
sharpen X
Guide bar Check (wear, damage) X
Clean and turn over X
Deburr X
replace X X
Chain sprocket check X
Air filter Clean X X
replace X
Anti-vibration elements check X X
Have replaced by servicing X
dealer1)

1) STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealer

2) When using professional chainsaws (with a power output of 3.4 kW or more) for the first time,
tighten the cylinder block screws after 10 to 20 hours of operation
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28 Maintenance and Care English

The following maintenance intervals apply for normal operat‐

Before starting work

At the end of work and/or daily
Whenever tank is refilled
Weekly
Monthly

If faulty
Annually

If damaged
As required
ing conditions only. When working under difficult conditions
(high accumulation of dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber
from tropical trees, etc.) or longer than normal each day, the
specified intervals must be shortened accordingly. If you only
use the tool occasionally, extend the intervals accordingly.

Air intake on fan housing Clean X X X

Cylinder fins Clean X X
Carburetor Check idle adjustment – saw X X
chain must not rotate
Set the idle speed; if required X
have the chainsaw repaired
by a specialist dealer1)
Spark plug Adjust electrode gap X
Replace after 100 hours of
operation
Accessible screws and nuts Tighten2) X
(except adjusting screws)
Spark arresting screen in muf‐ Check if installed X
fler Check or replace1) X
Chain catcher check X
replace X
Safety information label replace X

1) STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealer

2) When using professional chainsaws (with a power output of 3.4 kW or more) for the first time,
tighten the cylinder block screws after 10 to 20 hours of operation
0458-207-8321-C 35
English 29 Main Parts

29 Main Parts 23 Rear handle

24 Rear hand guard
11 # Machine number

30 Specifications
6 12

7
1 4 30.1 Engine
2 3
STIHL single-cylinder two-stroke engine
5 9
6
8 30.1.1 MS 170, MS 170 C
10
7 Displacement: 30.1cm3
Cylinder bore: 37 mm
Piston stroke: 28 mm
Engine power to 1.3 kW (1.8 hp) at
16
15 ISO 7293: 8500 1/min
17 Idle speed:1) 2800 rpm
18
30.1.2 MS 180, MS 180 C
22
19
23
Displacement: 31.8cm3
14 13
Cylinder bore: 38 mm
#
21 Piston stroke: 28 mm
24
20 Engine power to 1.5 kW (2.0 hp) at
207BA031 KN

ISO 7293: 9000 1/min

Idle speed:1) 2800 rpm

1 Shroud catch 30.2 Ignition system

2 Carburetor adjusting screw Electronic magneto ignition
3 Chain brake Spark plug (suppressed): Bosch WSR 6 F,
4 Muffler with spark arresting screen NGK BPMR 7 A,
STIHL ZK C 14
5 Chain sprocket Electrode gap: 0.5 mm
6 Chain sprocket cover
30.3 Fuel system
7 Chain catcher
All-position diaphragm carburetor with integral
8 Chain tensioner (frontal)
fuel pump
9 Guide bar
Fuel tank capacity: 250 cm3 (0.25 l)
10 Oilomatic saw chain
11 Adjusting wheel (quick tensioner) 30.4 Chain lubrication
12 Handle Fully automatic, speed-controlled oil pump with
13 Oil filler cap rotary piston
14 Bumper spike Oil tank capacity: 145 cm3 (0.145 l)
15 Front hand guard 30.5 Weight
16 Front handle (handlebar)
dry, without cutting attachment
17 Spark plug boot MS 170: 3.9 k
g
18 Starter grip MS 170 C with ErgoStart: 4.2
19 Master control lever kg
MS 180: 3.9 k
20 Fuel filler cap g
21 Throttle trigger MS 180 C with quick chain tensioner 4.2 k
and ErgoStart: g
22 Throttle lever lock

1) according to ISO 11681 +/- 50 1/min

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31 Ordering Spare Parts English

30.6 MS 170, MS 170 C cutting 30.8.2 Sound power level Lweq in accordance
attachments with ISO 22868
MS 170: 107 dB(A)
The actual cutting length may be less than the MS 170 C: 107 dB(A)
specified cutting length. MS 180: 108 dB(A)
MS 180 C: 108 dB(A)
30.6.1 Rollomatic Guide Bars
Bar lengths (pitch 3/8"P): 30, 35, 40 cm 30.8.3 Vibration level ahv,eq in accordance
Groove width: 1.1 mm with ISO 22867
30.6.2 3/8" Picco saw chain Handle, left Handle,
right
Picco Micro Mini 3 (61 PMM3) Type 3610 MS 170: 4.2 m/s2 5.9 m/s2
Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) MS 170 C: 4.2 m/s2 5.9 m/s2
Drive link gauge: 1.1 mm MS 180: 6.6 m/s2 7.8 m/s2
30.6.3 Chain Sprockets MS 180 C: 7.6 m/s2 7.4 m/s2
6-tooth for 3/8" P The K‑factor in accordance with Directive
Max. chain speed according to 21.1 m/s 2006/42/EC is 2.0 dB(A) for the sound pressure
ISO 11681: level and sound power level; the K‑factor in
Chain speed at maximum power: 18.6 m/s accordance with Directive 2006/42/EC is
30.7 MS 180, MS 180 C cutting 2.0 m/s2 for the vibration level.
attachments 30.9 REACH
The actual cutting length may be less than the REACH is an EC regulation and stands for the
specified cutting length. Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and
Restriction of Chemical substances.
30.7.1 Rollomatic Guide Bars
Bar lengths (pitch 3/8"P): 30, 35, 40 cm For information on compliance with the REACH
Groove width: 1.1 mm regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 see
Groove width: 1.3 mm
www.stihl.com/reach
30.7.2 3/8" Picco saw chains
30.10 Exhaust Emissions
Picco Micro Mini 3 (61 PMM3) Type 3610
Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) The CO2 value measured in the EU type appro‐
Drive link gauge: 1.1 mm val procedure is specified at
Picco Micro 3 (63 PM3) Type 3636 www.stihl.com/co2
Picco Duro (63 PD3) Type 3612
Pitch: 3/8" P (9.32 mm) in the product-specific technical data.
Drive link gauge: 1.3 mm
The measured CO2 value was determined on a
30.7.3 Chain sprocket representative engine in accordance with a
6-tooth for 3/8" P standardized test procedure under laboratory
Max. chain speed according to 22.3 m/s conditions and does not represent either an
ISO 11681: explicit or implied guarantee of the performance
Chain speed at maximum power: 21.7 m/s of a specific engine.
30.8 Noise and vibration values The applicable exhaust emission requirements
are fulfilled by the intended usage and mainte‐
For further details on compliance with Vibration
nance described in this User Manual. The oper‐
Directive 2002/44/EC, see
ating license shall be void if the engine is modi‐
www.stihl.com/vib fied in any way.
30.8.1 Sound pressure level Lpeq in accord‐ 31 Ordering Spare Parts
ance with ISO 22868
Please enter your saw model, serial number as
MS 170: 98 dB(A) well as the part numbers of the guide bar and
MS 170 C: 98 dB(A) saw chain in the spaces provided. This will make
MS 180: 98 dB(A)
MS 180 C: 98 dB(A) re-ordering simpler.

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English 32 Maintenance and Repairs

The guide bar and saw chain are subject to nor‐

mal wear and tear. When purchasing these
parts, always quote the saw model, the part
numbers and names of the parts.
Model

000BA073 KN
Serial number

Guide bar part number

► Take STIHL products including packaging to a
Chain part number suitable collection point for recycling in accord‐
ance with local regulations.
► Do not dispose with domestic waste.
32 Maintenance and Repairs
Users of this machine may only carry out the 34 EC Declaration of Con‐
maintenance and service work described in this
user manual. All other repairs must be carried
formity
out by a servicing dealer. ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG
Badstr. 115
STIHL recommends that you have servicing and D‑71336 Waiblingen
repair work carried out exclusively by an author‐
ized STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are Germany
regularly given the opportunity to attend training declares under our sole responsibility that
courses and are supplied with the necessary
technical information. Designation: Chainsaw
Make: STIHL
When repairing the machine, only use replace‐ Series: MS 170
ment parts which have been approved by STIHL MS 180
MS 180 C
for this power tool or are technically identical. Serial identification number: 1130
Only use high-quality replacement parts in order Displacement
to avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the all MS 170: 30.1 cm3
machine. all MS 180: 31.8 cm3
STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL conforms to the relevant provisions of Directives
replacement parts. 2011/65/EU, 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU and
2000/14/EC and has been developed and manu‐
Original STIHL parts can be identified by the
factured in compliance with the following stand‐
STIHL part number, the { logo and the
ards in the versions valid on the date of produc‐
STIHL parts symbol K (the symbol may appear
tion:
alone on small parts).
EN ISO 11681‑1, EN 55012, EN 61000‑6‑1
33 Disposal The measured and the guaranteed sound power
Contact the local authorities or your STIHL serv‐ level have been determined in accordance with
icing dealer for information on disposal. Directive 2000/14/EC, Annex V, and standard
Improper disposal can be harmful to health and ISO 9207.
pollute the environment. Measured sound power level
all MS 170: 111 dB(A)
all MS 180: 112 dB(A)

Guaranteed sound power level

all MS 170: 113 dB(A)
all MS 180: 114 dB(A)
The EC type examination was carried out by

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34 EC Declaration of Conformity English

DPLF
Deutsche Prüf- und Zertifizierungsstelle für Land-
und Forsttechnik GbR (NB 0363)
Spremberger Straße 1
D‑64823 Groß-Umstadt
Certification No.
all MS 170: K-EG -2009/3408
all MS 180: K-EG -2009/3409
Technical documents deposited at:
ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG
Produktzulassung
The year of manufacture and serial number are
applied to the product.
Waiblingen, 2022-08-01
ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG
pp

Robert Olma, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs

& Global Governmental Relations

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