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with electronic systems.
Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
It has been built using modern
production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and troublefree use of
the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual
2
Safety Precautions
3
Reactive Forces
8
Working Techniques
9
Cutting Attachment
18
Mounting the Bar and Chain
19
Tensioning the Chain
20
Checking Chain Tension
20
Fuel
20
Fueling
21
Chain Lubricant
25
Filling Chain Oil Tank
25
Checking Chain Lubrication
26
Chain Brake
26
Winter Operation
27
Electric Handle Heating
28
Starting / Stopping the Engine
29
Operating Instructions
32
Oil Quantity Control
33
Taking Care of the Guide Bar
33
Air Filter System
34
Cleaning the Air Filter
34
Engine Management
35
Adjusting the Carburetor
36
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler
37
Spark Plug
37
Storing the Machine
38
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket
38
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain
39
Maintenance and Care
43
Main Parts
45
Specifications
47
Ordering Spare Parts
48
Maintenance and Repairs
48
Disposal
48
Important Safety Instructions
49
Key to Symbols
50
STIHL Limited Emission Control
Warranty Statement
51
CSA Standard
53