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Page 2: ...udden surprise contributes to accidents 2 Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands the right hand on the rear handle and the left hand on the front handle when the engine is run ning Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chainsaw handles A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw Don t let go 3 Make sure the area in which you are cutting is f...

Page 3: ...lings because slender mate rial may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance 13 When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for springback so that you will not be struck when the tension in the wood fibers is released 14 Keep the handles dry clean and free of oil or fuel mixture 15 Operate the chainsaw only in well ventilated areas 16 Do not operate a chainsaw i...

Page 4: ...kback situations 2 Manually via the front hand guard 3 Manually via the rear handle new function The activating mechanism for function 3 is integrated in the throttle trigger interlock lever rear handle One of the big advantages of this system is that the saw chain is locked when carrying the running saw by the front handle with the rear handle released DUQLQJ Due to the way it functions the QS br...

Page 5: ...ll STIHL 036 QS series power saws Pay special attention to the safety precautions outlined on the inside cover and on pages 6 to 24 Allow only persons who understand this Manual to operate your chain saw To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL chainsaw it is important that you read and under stand the maintenance and safety precautions before using your saw Contact your STI...

Page 6: ...omatic saw chain 0DLQ 3DUWV RI 6DZ 11 Oil filler cap 12 Muffler 13 Front hand guard 14 Front handle handlebar 15 Starter grip 16 Master Control lever 17 Fuel filler cap 18 Throttle trigger 19 Interlock lever and chain brake activator 20 Rear handle 21 Rear hand guard 22 Decompression valve 22 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 14 148BA001 KN 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 148BA005 KN 46 ...

Page 7: ...ng branches and helps prevent left hand from touching the chain if it slips off the handle bar URQW DQGOH Handle bar for the left hand at front of saw 6WDUWHU ULS The grip of the starter for starting the engine 0DVWHU RQWURO HYHU Lever for choke control starting throttle run and stop switch position XHO LOOHU DS For closing the fuel tank 7KURWWOH 7ULJJHU Controls the speed of the engine QWHUORFN H...

Page 8: ... all STIHL chainsaws Different models may have different parts and controls See the appropriate section of your owner s manual for a description of the controls and function of the parts of your model saw Safe use of a chainsaw involves 1 the operator 2 the saw 3 the use of the saw 7 23 5 725 3K VLFDO RQGLWLRQ You must be in good physical condition and mental health and not under the influence of ...

Page 9: ...ng saw and saw chain Heavy duty nonslip gloves improve your grip and protect your hands Good footing is most important in chainsaw work Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles Steel toed safety boots are recommended To reduce the risk of injury to your eyes never operate a chainsaw unless wear ing goggles or properly fitted safety glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with ANSI Z 87...

Page 10: ...tightened the nut s and thereafter at regular intervals when ever the saw is shut off If the chain becomes loose while cutting shut off the engine and then tighten Never try to tighten the chain while the engine is running XHOLQJ Your STIHL chainsaw uses an oil gaso line mixture for fuel see chapter Fuel of your owner s manual DUQLQJ Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel If spilled and ignited b...

Page 11: ...ur chainsaw With the ILUVW PHWKRG the chainsaw is started on the ground Make sure the chain brake is engaged see Chain Brake chapter in your owner s manual and place the chainsaw on firm ground or other solid surface in an open area Maintain good balance and secure footing Grip the front handlebar of the saw firmly with your left hand and press down For saws with a rear handle level with the groun...

Page 12: ...gine off and recheck chain tension Proper chain tension is very important at all times RUNLQJ RQGLWLRQV Operate the chainsaw under good visibility and daylight conditions only DUQLQJ Your chainsaw produces poisonous exhaust fumes as soon as the combusti ble engine is running These gases e g carbon monoxide may be colorless and odor less To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from breathing ...

Page 13: ...le and throttle trigger Left handers should follow these instructions too Wrap your fingers tightly around the handles keeping the handles cradled between your thumb and forefinger With your hands in this position you can best oppose and absorb the push pull and kickback forces of your saw without losing control see section on reactive forces Make sure your chainsaw handles and grip are in good co...

Page 14: ... a reactive force may cause the moving chain to strike the operator 5HDFWLYH IRUFHV LQFOXGLQJ NLFNEDFN DUQLQJ Reactives forces may occur any time the chain is rotating Reactives forces can be dangerous In any chainsaw the powerful force used to cut wood can be reversed and work against the operator If the rotating chain is suddenly stopped by contact with any solid object like a log or branch or i...

Page 15: ...uce the risk of kickback injury such as a chain brake low kickback chain reduced kickback bar etc b saws with a displacement of 3 8 cubic inches and above must be equipped with at least one device designed to reduce the risk of kickback injury such as a chain brake low kickback chain reduced kickback bar etc These kickback requirements do not apply to chainsaws fitted with bow guides Use of bow gu...

Page 16: ...nd green labeled chains gives compliance with the computed kickback angle requirements of ANSI B 175 1 1991 when the products are in their original condition Products with yellow decals or labels are for users with extraordinary cutting needs and expe rience and specialized training for dealing with kickback 67 UHFRPPHQGV WKH XVH RI LWV JUHHQ ODEHOHG UHGXFHG NLFNEDFN EDUV JUHHQ ODEHOHG ORZ NLFNEDF...

Page 17: ...hain Brake of your Owner s Manual DUQLQJ Never operate your chain saw without a front hand guard In a kickback situation this guard helps protect your left hand or other parts of your body In addition removal of the hand guard on a saw equipped with a chain brake will deactivate the chain brake DUQLQJ No Quickstop or other chain brake device prevents kickback These devices are designed to reduce t...

Page 18: ...e available from your STIHL dealer DUQLQJ Even if your saw is equipped with a Quickstop a reduced kickback bar and or low kickback chain this does not eliminate the risk of injury by kickback Therefore always observe all safety precautions to avoid kickback situations 7R DYRLG NLFNEDFN The best protection from personal injury that may result from kickback is to avoid kickback situations 1 Hold the...

Page 19: ... control Pushback frequently occurs when the top of the bar is used for cutting 7R DYRLG SXVKEDFN 1 Be alert to forces or situations that may cause material to pinch the chain on the top of the bar 2 Do not cut more than one log at a time 3 Do not twist the saw when withdraw ing the bar from a plunge cut or underbuck cut because the chain can pinch XWWLQJ 7HFKQLTXHV HOOLQJ Felling is cutting down ...

Page 20: ...ork area from interfering limbs and brush and clean its lower portion with an axe Then establish a path of escape and remove all obstacles This path should be generally opposite to the planned direction of the fall of the tree and about at a 45 angle An alternate path must also be selected Place all tools and equipment a safe distance away from the tree but not on the escape path If the tree has l...

Page 21: ... the fall For an open face cut Properly place felling notch perpendicular to the Iine of falI close to the ground Cut down at app 50 degree angle to a depth of app 1 5 to 1 4 of the trunk diameter Make second cut from below at app 40 degree angle Remove resulting 90 degree piece 0DNLQJ VDSZRRG FXWV For medium sized or larger trees make cuts at both sides of the trunk at same height as subsequent f...

Page 22: ... tree when it is about to fall since part of the trunk may split and come back towards the operator barber chairing or the tree may jump backwards off the stump Always keep to the side of the falling tree When the tree starts to fall withdraw the bar shut off the engine and walk away on the preplanned escape path Watch out for falling limbs DUQLQJ Be extremely careful with partially fallen trees w...

Page 23: ...ext cut keep the guide bar fully enga ged in the kerf to keep the felling cut straight If the saw begins to pinch insert a wedge to open the cut On the last cut do not cut the hinge 3OXQJH FXW PHWKRG Timber having a diameter more than twice the length of the guide bar requires the use of the plunge cut method before making the felling cut First cut a large wide felling notch Make a plunge cut in t...

Page 24: ...eely hanging limbs a pinch may result or the limb may fall causing loss of control If a pinch occurs stop the engine and remove the saw by lifting the limb DUQLQJ Be extremely cautious when cutting limbs or logs under tension spring poles The limbs or logs could spring back toward the operator and cause loss of control of the saw and severe or fatal injury to the operator XFNLQJ Bucking is cutting...

Page 25: ... plug or with unseated spark plug since uncontained sparking may cause a fire DUQLQJ To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of the proper size Note If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut it must be attached A loose connection between spark plug terminal and ignition wire connector in the b...

Page 26: ...m must be kept free of dirt grease and other foreign matter which may reduce brake performance on the drum For these reasons each STIHL chain saw should be returned to trained personnel such as your STIHL servicing dealer for periodic inspection and servicing of the brake system according to the following schedule Heavy usage every three months Moderate usage twice a year Occasional usage annually...

Page 27: ...le Wear work gloves to protect hands Fit the chain start at the bar nose Fit the guide bar over the studs cutting edges on top of bar must point to right and engage the peg of the tensioner slide in locating hole Place the chain over the sprocket at the same time Now turn tensioning screw clock wise until there is very little chain sag on the underside of the bar and the drive link tangs are locat...

Page 28: ...KDLQ 7HQVLRQ 1 133BA024 KN XHO 0L This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline and oil with the mix ratio 50 1 Your two stroke engine requires a mixture of brand name gasoline and quality two stroke engine oil with the FODVVLILFDWLRQ 7 Use regular branded unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 90 ROZ U S A Canada pump octane min 89 If the octane number of the regular grade g...

Page 29: ...50 1 or line equivalent branded TC oils US gal US fl oz 1 2 6 2 1 2 6 4 5 12 8 Dispose empty mixing oil canisters only at authorized disposal locations Before fueling clean the fuel filler cap and the area around it to ensure that no dirt falls into the tank Always thoroughly shake the mixture in the canister before fueling your machine DUQLQJ In order to reduce the risk of burns or other personal...

Page 30: ...t available you may in an emergency use an HD single grade or multigrade engine oil with a viscosity that suits the prevailing outside temperature DUQLQJ Medical studies have shown that renewed contact with waste oil can cause skin cancer Avoid direct contact with waste oil If waste oil does get on your skin wash with soap and water R QRW XVH waste oil for any purpose and dispose of it only at aut...

Page 31: ...ar with how the additional chain braking system works before cutting with the 036 QS for the first time Observe and become accustomed to the characteristics that make this saw different from other saws that do not have a rear handle braking system See also the chapter Starting in this manual 5HDU KDQGOH DFWLYDWHG FKDLQ EUDNLQJ V VWHP KDLQ EUDNH LV DFWLYDWHG E WKURWWOH WULJJHU LQWHUORFN OHYHU When ...

Page 32: ...chain may start to rotate when the hand guard is pulled back KHFN RSHUDWLRQ RI UHDU KDQGOH DFWLYDWHG IXQFWLRQ RI FKDLQ EUDNH Before starting work Open the throttle fully and then release the rear handle The chain must stop moving within less than a second KHFN RSHUDWLRQ RI KDQG JXDUG DFWLYDWHG FKDLQ EUDNH Before starting work Run engine at idle speed engage the chain brake push hand guard toward b...

Page 33: ...l lever moves to Run this is the idling or normal operating position To turn off the engine Move the Master Control lever upward to STOP position The stop contact should engage the contact spring this cuts out the ignition system 2QO PDFKLQHV ZLWK GHFRPSUHVVLRQ YDOYH Press in the button Compression pressure is released when the button is pressed in This helps reduce the effort required to pull the...

Page 34: ...andle tightly between your legs just above the knees Grip the front handle firmly with your left hand your thumb should be under the handle Pull the starter grip slowly with your right hand until you feel it engage then give the grip a brisk strong pull and push down the front handle at the same time do not pull out starter rope more than 70 cm about 28 in it might break Do not let the starter gri...

Page 35: ...serve safety precautions Check chain lubrication before starting work 7R WXUQ RII HQJLQH Move Master Control lever to E Always disengage the chain brake before opening the throttle Running the engine at higher revs with the chain brake engaged saw chain at a stand still will quickly damage the engine and chain drive clutch chain brake W YHU ORZ RXWVLGH WHPSHUDWXUHV OORZ HQJLQH WR ZDUP XS As soon a...

Page 36: ... chamber Refit the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot reassemble all other parts Set Master Control lever to warm start Q even if engine is cold Now start the engine XHO WDQN UXQ XQWLO GU DQG WKHQ UHIXHOHG Pull starter rope several times to prime the fuel system The saw chain must always throw off a small amount of oil Never operate your saw without chain lubrication If the chain is run dr...

Page 37: ...J DUEXUHWRU PSRUWDQW Always disengage the chain brake before opening the throttle Running the engine at higher revs with the chain brake engaged saw chain at a standstill will quickly damage the engine and chain drive clutch chain brake KHFN FKDLQ WHQVLRQ IUHTXHQWO A new chain has to be retensioned more often than one that has been in use for some time KDLQ FROG Tension is correct when chain fits ...

Page 38: ...ter Unscrew the slotted nuts Remove filter Separate the two halves of the filter Take the foam element out of the front half of the filter and clean or replace it Knock out both elements or blow out with compressed air from the inside outward IWHU LQLVKLQJ RUN Slacken off the chain if you have retensioned it at operating temperature during cutting work The chain contracts as it cools down If it is...

Page 39: ...f the carburetor box cover vertically Take the shutter out of the carburetor box cover and slide it into the slot at the bottom end of the carburetor box cover 7KH VKXWWHU PXVW EH UHWXUQHG WR WKH VXPPHU SRVLWLRQ ZKHQ WKH RXWVLGH WHPSHUDWXUH LV KLJKHU WKDQ 7KLV LV QHFHVVDU WR DYRLG HQJLQH UXQQLQJ SUREOHPV DQG RYHUKHDWLQJ Refit the filter and carburetor box cover and secure it with the twist lock He...

Page 40: ...n you use intake air preheating clean it more frequently In the event of engine running problems first check that conditions for use of intake air preheating still apply Special accessory 7XUQ WKH EDU RYHU every time you sharpen the chain and every time you replace the chain this helps avoid one sided wear especially at nose and underside of the bar Regularly clean oil inlet hole oilway bar groove...

Page 41: ... quarter of a turn RUUHFWLRQ RI FDUEXUHWRU VHWWLQJ IRU KLJKHU DOWLWXGHV If the engine runs unsatisfactorily slight readjustment may be necessary Check standard setting warm up the engine Turn the high speed adjusting screw and low speed adjusting screw clockwise leaner DUQLQJ If you make the setting too lean the maximum permissible engine speed will be exceeded risk of engine damage H 3 4 4 L 1 6H...

Page 42: ...k plug Remove spark plug see chapter Starting Clean dirty spark plug Check electrode gap it should be 0 5mm 0 02 readjust if necessary Use only resistor type spark plugs of the approved range Rectify problems which have caused fouling of spark plug Incorrect carburetor setting too much oil in fuel mix dirty air filter unfavorable running conditions e g operating at part load 6SDUN UUHVWLQJ 6FUHHQ ...

Page 43: ...rom the starter post Now remove the rope rotor with washer and pawls Use a screwdriver to pry the rope out of the starter grip Remove remaining rope from the rotor and starter grip Thread the new rope Part No 1122 190 2900 through the top of the starter grip and then pull through the rope guide bush 5HSODFLQJ 6WDUWHU 5RSH DQG 5HZLQG 6SULQJ 138BA017 LÄ 001BA002 KN 1 2 3 3 001BA003 K 4 46 ...

Page 44: ... on starter post and over the pawl pegs the spring clip must point in clock wise direction see illustration 7HQVLRQLQJ UHZLQG VSULQJ Make a loop in the starter rope and use it to turn the rope rotor six full revolutions in the direction of the arrow Hold the rotor steady straighten the twisted rope Release the rotor Let go of rope slowly so that it winds onto the rotor The starter grip must sit fi...

Page 45: ... flush with the grip 5HSODFLQJ D EURNHQ UHZLQG VSULQJ Lubricate the new spring with a few drops of non resinous oil Remove the rope rotor see Replacing Starter Rope Remove the spring housing and parts of spring Fit the new spring housing bottom plate must face upward slip outer spring loop over lug Reinstall the rope rotor tension the rewind spring fit the fan housing and secure in position If the...

Page 46: ...ankshaft stub and needle cage and lubricate with STIHL grease tube 0781 120 1111 Reassemble with new rim sprocket and if necessary new clutch drum Fit rim sprocket with cavities facing outward Refit the washer and E clip on the crankshaft Use only original STIHL clutch drums to ensure correct operation of the chain brake 6WRULQJ WKH 0DFKLQH For periods of about 3 months or longer Drain and clean t...

Page 47: ...LQMXU 6HOHFW WKH DSSURSULDWH VKDUSHQLQJ WRROV IRU WKH FKDLQ SLWFK See Technical Data for the permitted chain pitches The chain pitch e g 3 8 is marked on the depth gauge side of each cutter 8VH RQO VSHFLDO VDZ FKDLQ ILOHV Other files have the wrong shape and cut Select file diameter according to chain pitch see table at the end of this chapter You must observe certain angles when resharpening the ...

Page 48: ...ays file from the inside to the outside of the cutter The file only sharpens on the forward stroke lift the file off the cutter on the back stroke Hold the file KRUL RQWDOO for all chain types at right angle to side of guide bar and file according to the angles marked on the filing tool Avoid touching the tie straps and drive links with the file Rotate the file at regular intervals while filing th...

Page 49: ...HQLQJ Clean the chain thoroughly remove filings or grinding dust lubricate the chain by immersing it in an oil bath HIRUH ORQJ RXW RI VHUYLFH SHULRG Clean the chain with a brush and immerse it in an oil bath 689BA024 KN a 689BA023 KN 6KDUSHQLQJ WRROV Chain pitch Round file Ø Round file File holder Filing gauge Flat file Sharpening kit Inch mm mm Inch Part No Part No Part No Part No Part No 1 4 6 3...

Page 50: ...n fuel tank Check x Clean replace filter element x 28 Fuel tank Clean x Chain oil tank Clean x Chain lubrication Check x 34 Saw chain Inspect also check sharpness x x 45 Check chain tension x x 26 Sharpen x 45 Guide bar Check wear damage x 38 Clean and turn over x x 38 Deburr x Replace x x Chain sprocket Check x 44 Air filter Clean x x 36 Replace x Cooling inlets Clean x Cylinder fins Clean x Carb...

Page 51: ...th green label for 3 8 pitch Rollomatic with sprocket nose 40 45 or 50 cm 16 18 or 20 in STIHL low kickback chain with green label 9 32 mm 3 8 Rapid Micro 2 33 RM 2 36 RM 2 Chain sprocket 7 tooth for 3 8 pitch spur sprocket Since new bar chain combinations may be developed after publication of this Manual ask your STIHL dealer for the latest STIHL recommendations Other bars and chains available fo...

Page 52: ...el the part numbers and names of the parts Model Machine number Guide bar part number Chain part number Sprocket part number RU UHFRPPHQGHG 67 UHGXFHG NLFNEDFN FXWWLQJ DWWDFKPHQWV VHH VHFWLRQ 6SHFLILFDWLRQV RI WKLV 2ZQHU V 0DQXDO DUUDQW FODLPV IROORZLQJ UHSDLUV FDQ EH DFFHSWHG RQO LI WKH UHSDLU KDV EHHQ SHUIRUPHG E DQ DXWKRUL HG 67 VHUYLFLQJ GHDOHU XVLQJ RULJLQDO 67O VSDUH SDUWV Original STIHL par...

Page 53: ...ated free of charge 2ZQHU V DUUDQW 5HVSRQVLELOLWLHV As the small off road equipment engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required mainte nance listed in your owner s manual STIHL Incorporated recommends that you retain all receipts covering mainte nance on your small off road equipment engine but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for ...

Page 54: ...n Any such work shall be free of charge to the owner if it is determined that a warranted part is defective Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part may be used for any warranty maintenance or repairs on emission related parts and must be provided without charge to the owner STIHL Incorporated is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted par...

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