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MS 240
English
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STIHL is the only manufacturer in the
industry to produce its own chain saws,
guide bars, saw chains and chain
sprockets.
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.
–
The pitch (t) of the saw chain (1),
chain sprocket and the nose
sprocket of the Rollomatic guide bar
must match.
–
The drive link gauge (2) of the saw
chain (1) must match the groove
width of the guide bar (3).
If non-matching components are used,
the cutting attachment may be damaged
beyond repair after a short period of
operation.
Removing the chain sprocket cover
N
Unscrew the nuts and take off the
chain sprocket cover.
N
Turn the screw (1)
counterclockwise until the tensioner
slide (2) butts against the left end of
the housing slot.
Disengaging the chain brake.
N
Pull the hand guarad towards the
front handle until there is an audible
click – the chain brake is
disengaged.
Fitting the chain
N
Fit the chain – start at the bar nose.
Cutting Attachment
001BA191 KN
1
2
3
a
t = a : 2
Mounting the Bar and
Chain (side chain
tensioner)
143BA034 KN
1
2
001BA185 KN
Wear work gloves to protect your
hands from the sharp cutters.
001BA186 KN
143BA003 KN
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