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1 "SAW CHAIN OIL" LED
This LED indicates when the oil tank is
empty.
3.3
Symbols
Meanings of symbols that may be on the chain‐
saw and battery:
This symbol shows the direction of
rotation of the saw chain.
Turn in this direction to tension the saw
chain.
This symbol marks the saw chain oil tank.
This symbol marks the oil pump adjust‐
ing screw and the chain oil feed rate.
Direction in which the chain brake is
engaged or released.
This symbol marks the unlock button.
1 LED emits red light. The battery is
too warm or too cold.
4 LEDs flash red. There is a fault in the
battery.
Length of guide bar that may be used.
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Guaranteed sound power level in
accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC
in dB(A) for the purpose of comparing
the sound emissions of products.
The information next to the symbol indi‐
cates the energy content of the battery
according to the cell manufacturer’s specifi‐
cation. The energy content available in
operation is lower.
Do not dispose of the product with domes‐
tic waste.
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Safety Precautions
4.1
Warning Symbols
Meanings of warning symbols on the chainsaw
or the battery:
Observe safety notices and take the
necessary precautions.
Read, understand and keep the User
Manual.
Wear safety glasses, hearing protec‐
tion and a hard hat.
Wear long trousers with cut-retardant
inserts and cut-retardant sleeves on
both arms.
Hold the saw firmly with both
hands.
Observe the safety notices on kickback
and take the necessary precautions.
Only persons who have been
trained in the use of a tree
service chainsaw may use this
chainsaw.
Remove the battery during work stop‐
pages, transport, storage, maintenance
or repair.
Protect battery from heat and fire.
Do not immerse battery in fluids.
Observe the permitted battery temper‐
ature range.
4.2
Intended Use
The STIHL MSA 220 T and 220 T tree care
chainsaws are designed for tree surgery work
and cutting in the crown of upright trees.
The chainsaw must not be used for cutting work
on the ground.
The chainsaw can be used in the rain.
The chainsaw is powered by a STIHL AP battery
or a STIHL AR battery.
When climbing in a tree, the chainsaw may be
used only with a STIHL AP battery inserted
directly in the saw.
English
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