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MS 201 TC-M

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condition of their hands and fingers. If 

any of the above symptoms appear, 

seek medical advice immediately.

WARNING

The ignition system of the STIHL unit 

produces an electromagnetic field of a 

very low intensity. This field may 

interfere with some pacemakers. To 

reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, 

persons with a pacemaker should 

consult their physician and the 

pacemaker manufacturer before 

operating this chain saw.
Proper Clothing

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury, the operator 

should wear proper protective apparel.

Be particularly alert and cautious when 

wearing hearing protection because 

your ability to hear warnings (shouts, 

alarms, etc.) is restricted.

Any crew member in the cutting area 

should also wear proper protective 

clothing, especially hard hats, to protect 

their heads.

Clothing must be sturdy 

and snug-fitting, but allow 

complete freedom of 

movement. To reduce the 

risk of cut injuries, wear 

the type of overalls, long 

pants or chaps that con

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tain pads of cut-retardant 

material, if feasible 

depending on the individ

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ual application. Avoid 

loose-fitting jackets, 

scarfs, neckties, jewelry, 

flared or cuffed pants, 

unconfined long hair or 

anything that could 

become caught on 

branches, brush or the 

moving parts of the chain 

saw. Secure hair so it is 

above shoulder level.

Good footing is very 

important. Wear sturdy 

footwear with nonslip 

soles suitable for climb

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ing in trees. Never wear 

sandals, flip-flops or go 

barefoot.
Always wear heavy-duty 

work gloves (e.g. made of 

leather or wear resistant 

material) when handling 

the chain saw and the 

cutting tool. Heavy-duty, 

nonslip gloves improve 

your grip and help to pro

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tect your hands.

To reduce the risk of 

injury to your eyes never 

operate your power tool 

unless wearing goggles 

or properly fitted protec

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tive glasses with 

adequate top and side 

protection complying with 

ANSI Z87 "+" (or your 

applicable national stand

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ard). If there is a risk of 

injury to your face, STIHL 

recommends that you 

also wear a face shield or 

face screen over your 

goggles or protective 

glasses.
Wear an approved safety 

hard hat  to reduce the 

risk of injury to your head. 

Chain saw noise may 

damage your hearing. 

Wear sound barriers (ear 

plugs or ear mufflers) to 

help protect your hearing. 

Continual and regular 

users should have their 

hearing checked 

regularly.

Use proper equipment at 

all times to protect your

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self from falling.

Summary of Contents for MS 201 TC-M

Page 1: ...tilice la barra y la cadena de contragolpe reducido de la forma especificada en este manual o de otros componentes reductores de contragolpe Read Instruction Manual thoroughly before use and follow al...

Page 2: ...Instruction Manual 1 53 Manual de instrucciones 54 114...

Page 3: ...ur STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you do not understand any of the instructions in this manual WARNING Because a chain saw is a high speed wood cutting tool some special safety...

Page 4: ...rdous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury NOTICE Indicates a risk o...

Page 5: ...ederal state and local safety regulations standards and ordinances WARNING Do not lend or rent your chain saw without the instruction manual Be sure that anyone using it understands the information co...

Page 6: ...tefinger disease Raynaud s phenomenon or carpal tunnel syndrome These conditions reduce the hand s ability to feel and regulate temperature produce numbness and burning sensations and may cause nerve...

Page 7: ...ting jackets scarfs neckties jewelry flared or cuffed pants unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on branches brush or the moving parts of the chain saw Secure hair so it is above...

Page 8: ...gerous Accidental acceleration of the engine can cause the saw chain to rotate Always engage the chain brake when taking more than a few steps By hand When transporting your chain saw by hand the engi...

Page 9: ...uel tank opening To do this with this STIHL cap raise the grip on the top of the cap until it is upright at a 90 angle Insert the cap in the fuel tank with the positioning mark on the grip of the cap...

Page 10: ...ug boot is securely mounted on the spark plug a loose boot may cause arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire For proper assembly of the bar and saw chain follow the procedure descr...

Page 11: ...s very dangerous because you may lose control of the saw Place the chain saw on firm ground or other solid surface in an open area Maintain good balance and secure footing WARNING Be sure that the gui...

Page 12: ...ous when working on slopes or uneven ground Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps roots rocks holes and ditches to avoid stumbling There is increased danger of slipping on freshly debarked lo...

Page 13: ...users should cut logs on a sawhorse see Cutting small logs Working Conditions Operate and start your chain saw only outdoors in a well ventilated area Operate it under good visibility and daylight co...

Page 14: ...y respiratory illness or cancer The use and disposal of asbestos containing products have been strictly regulated by OSHA and the Environmental Protection Agency Do not use your chain saw to cut or di...

Page 15: ...ion about whether vegetation and weather conditions are suitable for the use of a chain saw WARNING Take special care when cutting shattered wood because of the risk of injury from slivers being caugh...

Page 16: ...designed to reduce the exhaust emissions of the engine by a chemical pro cess in the muffler Due to this process the muf fler does not cool down as rapidly as conven tional mufflers when the engine r...

Page 17: ...Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on saw chains WARNING Use the specified spark plug and make sure it and the ignition lead are always clean and in good condition Always press spark...

Page 18: ...emission control system please refer to the maintenance chart and to the limited warranty statement near the end of the instruction manual Do not clean your machine with a pressure washer The solid je...

Page 19: ...he risk of kickback injury such as a chain brake low kickback saw chain reduced kickback bar etc b Chain saws with a displacement of 3 8 cubic inches 62 cm and above must be equipped with at least one...

Page 20: ...enough this alone is sufficient to engage the brake even without contacting the front hand guard WARNING Never operate your chain saw without a front hand guard In a kickback situation this guard help...

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