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4 Safety Symbols on the Product

3 Chain Catcher

Helps contain the saw chain and reduce the risk of 

operator contact in the event the chain breaks or comes 

off the bar.

4 Nut

Tightens the chain sprocket cover to the chain saw.

5 Chain Sprocket

Drives the saw chain.

6 Side Chain Tensioner

Permits precise adjustment of saw chain tension.

7 Reset Button for Overload Cutout

Resets the overload circuit breaker.

8 Front Hand Guard

Helps protect the operator's left hand from projecting 

branches and contact with the saw chain. Serves as the 

activation lever for the chain brake.

9 Bumper Spike

Helps hold the saw steady against the tree, log or limb 

during cutting.

10 Guide Bar

Supports and guides the saw chain.

11 Saw Chain

Toothed cutting tool consisting of cutters, tie straps and 

drive links.

12 Front handle

Handle for the operator's left hand.

13 Oil Filler Cap

Closes and seals the bar and chain oil tank.

14 Trigger Switch Lockout

Prevents activation of the trigger switch until depressed.

15 Trigger Switch

Switches the motor on and off.

16 Rear Handle

Handle for the operator's right hand.

17 Oil Sight Glass

Shows the bar and chain oil level.

18 Power Supply Cord

Supplies the chain saw with electricity when connected 

to a wall outlet (power supply).

19 Plug

Connects the power supply cord to an extension cord.

20 Chain Scabbard

Covers the guide bar and saw chain to reduce the risk of 

injury from inadvertent contact during transportation and 

storage.

#   Rating Plate

Contains electrical information and the product's serial 

number.

4.1 Chain Saw

The following safety symbols are found on the chain saw:

4 Safety Symbols on the Product

To reduce the risk of injury, follow the specified 

safety precautions.

Read and follow all safety precautions in the 

instruction manual. Improper use can lead to 

serious or fatal personal injury or property 

damage.

To reduce the risk of eye, ear and head injury, 

always wear proper eye protection, hearing 

protection and an approved protective helmet, 

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6.3.

Avoid contact of the bar tip with any object. This 

can cause the bar to kick suddenly up and back, 

which may result in serious or fatal injury. Always 

use two hands to operate the saw, 

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Summary of Contents for MSE 141 C

Page 1: ...como resultado de un culatazo utilice la barra y la cadena de contragolpe reducido de la forma especificada en este manual o de otros componentes reductores de contragolpe WARNING Read Instruction Ma...

Page 2: ...Instruction Manual 1 51 Manual de instrucciones 52 108...

Page 3: ...Other Reactive Forces 17 7 1 Reactive Forces 17 7 2 Kickback 17 7 3 Pull in 22 7 4 Pushback 22 8 Proper Techniques for Basic Bucking Limbing Pruning and Felling 23 8 1 Intended Uses 23 8 2 Bucking 23...

Page 4: ...41 20 2 Inspecting and Maintaining the Chain Saw 41 20 3 Inspecting and Maintaining the Chain Sprocket 42 20 4 Inspecting and Maintaining the Guide Bar 42 20 5 Inspecting Maintaining and Sharpening th...

Page 5: ...components 2 2 Symbols in Text The following symbol is included to assist you with the use of the manual 3 1 Chain Saw 1 Rear Hand Guard Helps protect the operator s right hand in the event the chain...

Page 6: ...ch until depressed 15 Trigger Switch Switches the motor on and off 16 Rear Handle Handle for the operator s right hand 17 Oil Sight Glass Shows the bar and chain oil level 18 Power Supply Cord Supplie...

Page 7: ...ur body is earthed or grounded c Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock d Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for...

Page 8: ...ols out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users e Mai...

Page 9: ...materials Use of the chain saw for operations different than intended could result in a hazardous situation 5 8 Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback a Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of...

Page 10: ...strenuous work Do not operate the chain saw while under the influence of any substance drug alcohol or medication etc that might impair vision balance dexterity or judgment Be alert Do not operate th...

Page 11: ...rush or the moving saw chain To reduce the risk of eye injury To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that you also wear a face shield or face screen over your goggles or protective...

Page 12: ...or cutting large diameter logs Read and follow the operating instructions in this manual for approved applications 8 To reduce the risk of personal injury to the operator and bystanders Always release...

Page 13: ...k of electric shock Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use identified in the U S by the following marking Suitable for use with outdoor appliances Store indoors while not in use Th...

Page 14: ...inute or two then switch the motor off and engage the chain brake Disconnect the chain saw from the power supply and recheck chain tension Check saw chain tension periodically thereafter at regular in...

Page 15: ...follow the instructions on switching on the chain saw 14 1 Be sure that the guide bar and saw chain are clear of you and all other obstructions and objects including the ground Never attempt to switc...

Page 16: ...al can increase the danger of slipping tripping or falling Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush branches and saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain and spring toward yo...

Page 17: ...llen can cause susceptible persons to have an allergic or asthmatic reaction Substantial or repeated inhalation of dust or other airborne contaminants especially those with a smaller particle size may...

Page 18: ...uch as nails spikes cables or wires Before starting a cut ensure that it can be completed without contacting surrounding objects or structures such as fencing or stonework If the rotating saw chain st...

Page 19: ...ck WARNING When this occurs the energy driving the saw chain can create a force that moves the chain saw in a direction opposite to the saw chain movement at the point where the saw chain is slowed or...

Page 20: ...m a kickback test machine WARNING Compliance with the chain saw kickback standards does not mean that the bar and saw chain will rotate at most 45 in a real life kickback The computer derived angles o...

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