► Shout a warning.
► Push the part of the tree being removed down‐
ward over the hinge.
The part of the tree to be removed falls.
12 After Finishing Work
12.1
After Finishing Work
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Allow chainsaw to cool down.
► If the saw is wet: Allow the saw to dry.
► Clean the saw.
► Clean the air filter.
► Clean the bar and chain.
► Loosen nut on the chain sprocket cover.
► Turn the tensioning screw two full turns coun‐
terclockwise.
The chain is now slack.
► Tighten down the nut on the chain sprocket
cover.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers
the guide bar.
13 Transporting
13.1
Transporting the Chainsaw
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers
the guide bar.
► Carry the saw by holding the top handle in
your left hand with the guide bar pointing to
the rear.
► Transporting the saw in a vehicle: Secure the
saw to prevent turnover and movement.
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The chainsaw can be carried by attaching the
ring (1) to your waist belt or a rope.
14 Storing
14.1
Storing the Chainsaw
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers
the guide bar.
► Observe the following points when storing the
saw:
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Saw is out of the reach of children.
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The saw is clean and dry.
15 Cleaning
15.1
Cleaning the Saw
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Allow chainsaw to cool down.
► Clean the saw with a damp cloth or STIHL
resin solvent.
► Clean cooling air slots with a soft brush.
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► Rotate the shroud lock (1) a half turn counter‐
clockwise.
► Remove the shroud (2).
► Remove the chain sprocket cover.
► Use a soft brush, damp cloth or STIHL resin
solvent to clean the inside of the shroud.
► Clean the area around the sprocket with a
damp cloth or STIHL resin solvent.
► Place the shroud (2) in position.
► Rotate the shroud lock (1) clockwise until you
hear a click.
The shroud lock (1) is secure.
► Fit the chain sprocket cover.
15.2
Cleaning the Bar and Chain
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Remove the bar and chain.
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► Clean the oil inlet hole (1), oil port (2) and bar
groove (3) with a soft brush or STIHL resin
solvent.
12 After Finishing Work
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