Stihl MS 661 C-M

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STIHL MS 661 C-M Instruction Manual

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Contents

Guide to Using this Manual 2 Specifications 44 Dear Customer,

Safety Precautions 3 Ordering Spare Parts 45 Thank you for choosing a quality
Reactive Forces 8 Maintenance and Repairs 45 engineered STIHL product.
Original Instruction Manual
Working Techniques 9 Disposal 46 It has been built using modern

Cutting Attachment 18 EC Declaration of Conformity 46 production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Mounting the Bar and Chain 19
Every effort has been made to ensure
Tensioning the Chain 20 your satisfaction and trouble-free use of
Checking Chain Tension 20 the product.
Fuel 20 Please contact your dealer or our sales
Fueling 21 company if you have any queries
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
Chain Lubricant 23 concerning this product.

Filling Chain Oil Tank 23 Your
Checking Chain Lubrication 24
Chain Brake 24
Winter Operation 25
Electric Handle Heating 26
Printed on chlorine-free paper
Starting / Stopping the Engine 27 Dr. Nikolas Stihl

Operating Instructions 30
Oil Quantity Control 31
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 32
Remove Air Filter 32
Cleaning the Air Filter 33
M-Tronic 33
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 34
Spark Plug 35
Storing the Machine 36
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2018
Checking and Replacing the Chain

Sprocket 36
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Maintaining and Sharpening the

Saw Chain 37
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Maintenance and Care 41

Main Parts 43
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Intake air baffle: winter Engineering improvements

Guide to Using this Manual operation
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
This Instruction Manual refers to a improve all of its products. For this
Intake air baffle: summer
STIHL chain saw, also called a machine reason we may modify the design,
operation
in this Instruction Manual. engineering and appearance of our
products periodically.
Pictograms Handle heating Therefore, some changes, modifications
and improvements may not be covered
Pictograms that appear on the machine in this manual.
are explained in this Instruction Manual.
Actuate decompression
Depending on the machine and valve
equipment version, the following
pictograms may appear on the machine.
Fuel tank; fuel mixture of Actuate manual fuel
gasoline and engine oil pump
Tank for chain oil; chain

oil
Symbols in text
Engage and release

chain brake
WARNING
Warning where there is a risk of an
Coasting brake accident or personal injury or serious
damage to property.
Direction of chain travel NOTICE

Caution where there is a risk of
damaging the machine or its individual
components.
Ematic; chain oil flow
adjustment
Tension saw chain
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Do not lend or rent your chain saw Clothing and Equipment

Safety Precautions without the instruction manual. Be sure
that anyone using it understands the
information contained in this manual. Wear proper protective clothing and
Special safety precau- equipment.
tions must be observed to To operate a chain saw you must be
reduce the risk of per- rested, in good physical condition and Clothing must be sturdy
sonal injury when mental health. If you have any condition and snug-fitting, but allow
working with a chain saw that might be aggravated by strenuous complete freedom of
because of the very high work, check with your doctor before movement. Wear snug
chain speed and very operating a chain saw. fitting clothing with cut-
sharp cutters. retardant pads – no
Do not operate the chain saw if you are loose-fitting jacket.
It is important that you under the influence of any substance
(drugs, alcohol) which might impair Avoid clothing that could get caught on
read the instruction man-
vision, dexterity or judgment. branches, brush or moving parts of the
ual before first use and
machine. Do not wear a scarf, necktie or
keep it in a safe place for To reduce the risk of accidents or injury, jewellery. Tie up and confine long hair
future reference. Non- put off the work in poor weather (headscarf, cap, hard hat, etc.).
observance of the conditions (rain, snow, ice, wind).
instruction manual may Wear suitable safety
result in serious or even Persons with pacemakers only: The shoes – with cut-retard-
fatal injury. ignition system of your chain saw ant material, non-slip
produces an electromagnetic field of a soles and steel toe caps.
General very low intensity. This field may
interfere with some pacemakers. To
reduce health risks, STIHL recommends
Observe all applicable local safety that persons with pacemakers consult WARNING
regulations, standards and ordinances. their physician and the pacemaker To reduce the risk of eye
The use of noise emitting power tools manufacturer before operating this injuries, wear tight-fitting
may be restricted to certain times by power tool. safety goggles conform-
national or local regulations. ing to standard EN 166 or
Intended use a face shield. Make sure
If you have not used this model before:
that the safety goggles
Have your dealer or other experienced
The machine may only be used to saw and the face shield fit
user show you how to operate your
wood and wooden objects. correctly.
machine or attend a special course in its
operation. Do not use the machine for any other Wear "personal" hearing protection – for
Minors should never be allowed to use a purpose – risk of accidents! example, ear defenders.
chain saw. Do not modify the machine in any way – Wear a hard hat wherever there is any
Keep bystanders, especially children, this may increase the risk of personal risk of falling objects.
and animals away from the work area. injury. STIHL excludes all liability for
personal injury and damage to property
The user is responsible for avoiding
caused while using unauthorised
injury to third parties or damage to their
attachments.
property.
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Wear sturdy protective Clean the dust and dirt off the machine – Open the fuel filler cap carefully so that
gloves made of a resist- do not use any grease solvents for this any excess pressure is relieved
ant material (e.g. purpose. gradually and fuel does not splash out.
leather). Clean the ventilation slots if necessary. The machine may only be refuelled in a
well ventilated place. Clean the machine
Do not use a high-pressure cleaner to
STIHL can supply a comprehensive immediately if fuel is spilled. Do not spill
clean the machine. The hard jet of water
range of personal protective equipment. fuel over your clothing – contaminated
can damage parts of the machine.
clothing must be changed immediately.
Transport Accessories The machines can be equipped with the
following filler caps as standard:
Before any transport – even over short Only use those tools, guide bars, chains, Cliplock filler cap (bayonet-type)
distances – switch off the machine, chain sprockets, accessories or
engage the chain brake and attach the Place the cliplock filler
technically equivalent components that cap (bayonet-type) in
chain scabbard. This avoids the risk of have been approved by STIHL for this
the saw chain starting unintentionally. position, turn as far as
machine. If you have any questions in stop and fold the cliplock
this respect, consult a servicing dealer. down.
Use only high quality tools and
accessories. Otherwise, there may be a This helps reduce the risk of unit
risk of accidents and damage to the vibrations causing an incorrectly
machine. tightened filler cap to loosen or come off
and spill quantities of fuel.
STIHL recommends the use of genuine
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STIHL tools, guide bars, chains, chain Look out for leaks! Never
sprockets and accessories. They are start the engine if fuel has
specifically designed to match your been spilled or is leaking
Always carry the chain saw by the model and meet your performance – Fatal burns may result!
handle – with the hot muffler away from requirements.
your body, the guide bar must point to
the rear. Avoid touching hot parts of the Refuelling Before Starting Work
machine, especially the surface of the
muffler – risk of burns!
Gasoline is an extremely Check that your saw is properly
In vehicles: Properly secure the machine flammable fuel – keep assembled and in good condition – refer
to prevent tipping, damage and chain oil clear of naked flames and to appropriate chapters in the instruction
or fuel spillage. fire – do not spill any fuel manual.
– no smoking. – Check the fuel system for leaks,
Cleaning paying special attention to visible
Switch off the engine before refuelling.
parts such as the tank cap, hose
Never refuel the machine while the connections and the manual fuel
Clean plastic parts with a cloth. Harsh engine is still hot – the fuel may spill over
detergents can damage the plastic. pump (on machines so equipped). If
– risk of fire!
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there are any leaks or damage, do Your chain saw is a one-person saw. Do Never let the machine run unattended.
not start the engine – risk of fire. not allow other persons to be in the
Exercise caution with slippery surfaces,
Have your saw repaired by a working area – not even while starting.
water, snow, ice, steep slopes, uneven
servicing dealer before using it
Do not start the chain saw if the chain is ground or green wood that has just been
again.
in a cut. stripped of its bark – danger of slipping!
– Check operation of chain brake,
Move at least 3 meters away from the Use caution with tree stumps, roots,
front hand guard
place where the machine was refuelled ditches – danger of stumbling!
– Correctly mounted guide bar and never start the motor in enclosed
Do not work alone – keep within calling
spaces.
– Correctly tensioned chain distance of others who are trained in
Lock the chain with the chain brake emergency procedures and can provide
– The trigger and trigger lockout must
before starting – risk of injury due to help in an emergency. Helpers at the
move freely and spring back to the
rotating chain! cutting site must also wear protective
idle position when they are
clothing (helmet!) and stand well clear of
released. Do not drop-start the engine – start as
the branches being cut.
described in the Instruction Manual.
– Master Control lever must move
More care and attention than usual are
easily to STOP, 0 or †
During operation required when wearing ear protection,
– Check that the spark plug boot is as warning sounds (shouts, beeps, etc.)
secure – a loose boot may cause cannot be heard properly.
arcing that could ignite combustible Ensure you always have a firm and safe
footing. Take special care when the bark Take a break in good time to avoid
fumes and cause a fire.
is wet – danger of slipping! tiredness or exhaustion – risk of
– Never attempt to modify the controls accidents!
or safety devices in any way.
Dust (e. g., sawdust), fumes and smoke
– Keep the handles dry and clean – produced while using the machine may
free from oil and dirt – for safe be hazardous to health. If dust is
control of the saw. generated, wear a dust mask.
Make sure there is sufficient fuel When the engine is running: Note that
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and chain oil in the tanks. the saw chain continues to rotate for a
To reduce the risk of personal injury, do short period after you let go of the
not operate your saw if it is damaged or throttle trigger – coasting effect.
not properly assembled. Always hold the chain saw firmly with No smoking when working with or near
both hands: Right hand on the rear the chain saw - risk of fire! Combustible
Starting the chain saw handle – even if you are left-handed. To fuel vapour may escape from the fuel
ensure reliable control, wrap your system.
thumbs tightly around the handlebar and
Always work on a level surface. Ensure handle.
a firm and secure footing. Hold the
machine securely – the chain must not In the event of impending danger or in
touch any objects or the floor – danger of an emergency, switch off the engine
injury due to the rotating saw chain. immediately by moving the Master
Control lever / stop switch to STOP, 0 or
†.
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Examine the saw chain periodically at a machine that is not in perfect working Storage
short intervals and as soon as you note order. In case of doubt, have the unit
any tangible changes: checked by your servicing dealer.
When the machine is not in use, it
– Switch off the engine; wait until the Check for correct idling, so that the saw should be stored in such a way that no-
saw chain is stationary chain stops moving when the throttle one is endangered. Secure the machine
trigger is released. Check the idle setting against unauthorised use.
– Check condition and secure fitting
regularly and correct when possible.
– Check sharpness Have the machine repaired by a STIHL Store the machine in a safe, dry room.
Never touch the saw chain when the servicing dealer if the saw chain still
continues to move during idling. Vibrations
engine is running. If the saw chain
becomes jammed by an object, switch The chain saw produces
off the engine immediately before poisonous exhaust gases Prolonged use of the power tool may
attempting to remove the object – risk of as soon as the engine result in vibration-induced circulation
injury! starts. These gases may problems in the hands (whitefinger
be colourless and odour- disease).
Always turn off the engine before leaving
the machine unattended. less and may contain No general recommendation can be
unburnt hydrocarbons given for the length of usage because it
To change the saw chain, switch off the and benzene. Never work depends on several factors.
engine. Risk of injury from the motor with the machine indoors
starting unintentionally! or in poorly ventilated The period of usage is prolonged by:
Keep easily combustible materials areas, even if your – Hand protection (wearing warm
(e. g., wood chips, bark, dry grass, fuel) machine is equipped with gloves)
away from hot exhaust gases and hot a catalytic converter.
– Work breaks
mufflers – risk of fire! Mufflers with Ensure proper ventilation when working
catalytic converters can become in trenches, hollows or other confined The period of usage is shortened by:
especially hot. locations – risk of fatal injury from – Any personal tendency to suffer
Never work without chain lubrication – breathing toxic fumes! from poor circulation (symptoms:
monitor the oil level in the oil tank. Stop If you feel sick, have a headache, vision frequently cold fingers, tingling
work immediately if the oil level in the oil problems (e. g., your field of vision gets sensations).
tank is too low and top up with chain oil smaller), hearing problems, dizziness or – Low outside temperatures.
– see also "Topping up with chain oil" inability to concentrate, stop work
and "Check chain lubrication". – The force with which the handles
immediately. Such symptoms may be
are held (a tight grip restricts
If the machine is subjected to unusually caused by an excessively high
circulation).
high loads for which it was not designed concentration of exhaust emissions –
(e. g., heavy impact or a fall), always risk of accident! Continual and regular users should
check that it is in good condition before monitor closely the condition of their
continuing work – see also "Before After finishing work hands and fingers. If any of the above
starting work". symptoms appear (e.g. tingling
sensation in fingers), seek medical
Check the fuel system for leaks and Switch off the motor, engage the chain advice.
make sure the safety devices are brake and attach the chain scabbard.
working properly. Never continue using
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Maintenance and repairs Check that the muffler is in perfect servicing dealer – do not use the
working condition. machine until the malfunction has been
remedied, see "Chain brake".
Always switch off the engine before any Do not use the machine if the muffler is
repair, cleaning or maintenance work damaged or missing – risk of fire,
and any work on the chain. Risk of injury damage to hearing!
if the engine starts inadvertently! Never touch a hot muffler – risk of burns!
The machine must be serviced regularly. The condition of the anti-vibration
Do not attempt any maintenance or elements influences vibration behaviour
repair work not described in the – inspect anti-vibration elements
Instruction Manual. All other work should periodically.
be carried out by a servicing dealer.
Inspect chain catcher – replace if
STIHL recommends that maintenance damaged.
and repair work be carried out only by
authorised STIHL dealers. STIHL Switch off the engine
dealers receive regular training and are – To check the chain tension
supplied with technical information.
– To retension the chain
Use only high-quality spare parts.
Otherwise, there may be a risk of – To replace the chain
accidents and damage to the machine. If – For remedying malfunctions
you have any questions in this respect,
consult a servicing dealer. Observe sharpening instructions – for
safe and proper handling, always keep
Do not modify the machine in any way – the chain and guide bar in flawless
this may increase the risk of personal condition. Keep the chain properly
injury –risk of accidents! sharpened, tensioned and well
To reduce the risk of fire due to ignition lubricated.
outside the cylinder, move the master Change chain, guide bar and chain
control level to STOP, 0 or † before sprocket in due time.
turning the engine over on the starter
when the spark plug boot is removed or Regularly check that the clutch drum is
the spark plug is unscrewed! in perfect working condition.
Do not service or store the machine near Always store fuel and chain lubricant
a naked flame – risk of fire due to the only in the specified type of containers
fuel! and ensure they are correctly labelled.
Store in a dry, cool and secure place
Check fuel cap regularly for tightness. protected against light and sunlight.
Use only spark plugs that are in perfect In the event of a chain brake
condition and have been approved by malfunction, switch off the machine
STIHL – see "Specifications". immediately – risk of injury! Consult a
Check ignition lead (insulation in good
condition, secure connection).
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Kickback occurs if, for example, – Be especially careful with small,

Reactive Forces tough limbs, undergrowth and
offshoots – the saw chain may
The most common reactive forces are: become caught in them
kickback, pushback and pull-in. – Never cut several limbs at once
– Do not lean too far forward
Dangers of kickback
– Do not cut above shoulder height
001BA257 KN
Kickback can result in – Use extreme caution when re-
fatal cuts. entering a previous cut
– Do not attempt plunge cuts if you
– The saw chain in the area of the are not experienced in this cutting
upper quarter of the guide bar nose technique
unintentionally comes into contact
with wood or a solid object – e. g., – Be alert for shifting of the log or
unintentionally touches another limb other forces that may cause the cut
during limbing to close and pinch the chain
– The saw chain at the nose of the – Always cut with a correctly
guide bar is briefly pinched in the cut sharpened, properly tensioned saw
chain – the depth gauge setting
must not be too large
QuickStop chain brake:
– Use low-kickback saw chains as
well as narrow-radius guide bars
This device reduces the risk of injury in
certain situations – it cannot prevent
Pull-in (A)
kickback. If activated, the brake stops
the saw chain within a fraction of a
second –
refer to chapter "Chain brake" in this
Instruction Manual.
001BA036 KN
Reducing the risk of kickback
001BA037 KN
Kickback occurs when the saw is
suddenly thrown up and back in an – Work cautiously and methodically
uncontrolled arc towards the operator. – Hold the chain saw firmly with both
A
hands and maintain a secure grip
When the chain on the bottom of the bar
– Always cut at full throttle – overbucking – is suddenly pinched,
caught or encounters a foreign object in
– Be aware of the location of the guide
the wood, the chain saw may suddenly
bar nose
– Do not cut with the guide bar nose
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be drawn forward toward the log – to Dead wood (brittle, rotten or dead wood)
avoid this, engage the bumper spike poses a significant, highly unpredictable Working Techniques
firmly in the wood. hazard. It is extremely difficult or even
practically impossible to recognise the Sawing and felling work, including all
Pushback (B) danger. Use aids such as winches or related work (plunge cutting, limbing,
draglines. etc.) may only be carried out by persons
When felling close to roads, rail lines, who have been specially trained and
power lines, etc., work with particular instructed. Persons who are not
care. If necessary, notify police, power experienced chain saw users should not
companies or railway authorities. carry out any such work – increased risk
of accidents!
Country-specific legislation on felling
001BA038 KN
technique must be complied with during
B felling work.
When the chain on the top of the bar – Cutting

underbucking – is suddenly pinched,
caught or encounters a foreign object in Do not operate your saw with the
the wood, the chain saw may suddenly starting throttle lock engaged. Engine
be driven straight back toward the speed cannot be controlled with the
operator – to avoid this: throttle trigger in this position.
– Do not allow the top of the guide bar Work calmly and carefully – in daylight
to become jammed conditions and only when visibility is
– Do not twist the guide bar in the cut good. Ensure you do not endanger
others – stay alert at all times.
Be very careful First-time users are advised to practice
cutting logs on a sawhorse – see "When
– With freely hanging limbs cutting small logs".
– With trunks that are under tension Use the shortest possible guide bar: The
between other trees because they chain, guide bar and chain sprocket
fell unfavourably must match each other and your saw.
– When working in windbreaks

In these cases, do not use a chain saw –
use a hoist, winch or dragline instead.
Pull out trunks that are lying about and
have been cut free. Whenever possible,
deal with them in open areas.
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materials, dry plants or scrub. Always Note when reaching the end of a cut that
contact your local forest authority for the saw is no longer supported in the
information on a possible fire risk. kerf. You have to take the full weight of
the machine since it might otherwise go
out of control.
When cutting small logs:
001BA082 KN
– Use a sturdy and stable support –
sawhorse.
Position the saw so that your body is – Never hold the log with your leg or
clear of the cutting attachment. foot.
Always pull the saw out of the cut with – Never allow another person to hold
the chain running. the log or help in any other way.
Use your chain saw for cutting only. It is Limbing:
not designed for prying or shoveling – Use a low kickback chain.
away limbs, roots or other objects.
– Work with the saw supported
Do not underbuck freely hanging limbs. wherever possible.
001BA033 KN
Take care when cutting scrub and young – Do not stand on the log while
trees. The saw chain may catch and limbing it.
throw thin shoots in your direction.
– Do not cut with the bar nose.
To reduce the risk of injury, take special If on a slope, stand on the uphill side of
care when cutting shattered wood the log. Watch out for rolling logs. – Watch for limbs which are under
because of the risk of injury from slivers tension.
being caught and thrown in your When working at heights:
– Never cut several limbs at once.
direction. – Always use a lift bucket
Lying or standing logs under tension:
Make sure your saw does not touch any – Never work on a ladder or in a tree
foreign materials: Stones, nails, etc. may Always make cuts in the correct
be flung off and damage the saw chain. – Never work on an insecure support sequence (first at the compression
The saw may kick back unexpectedly – – Do not work above shoulder height side (1), then at the tension side (2), the
risk of accidents. saw may otherwise pinch or kick back –
– Never operate your power tool with risk of injury.
If the rotating chain makes contact with one hand
a rock or other solid object there is a risk
Begin cutting with the saw at full throttle
of sparking which may cause easily
and engage the spiked bumper firmly in
combustible material to catch fire under
the wood, and then continue cutting.
certain circumstances. Dry plants and
scrub are also easily combustible, Never work without the spiked bumper
especially in hot and dry weather because the saw may pull you forwards
conditions. If there is a risk of fire, do not and off balance. Always engage the
use your chainsaw near combustible spiked bumper securely in the tree or
limb.
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Ripping cut:
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2
001BA151 KN
1 1/ 2 1
21/2
Maintain a distance of at least 2 1/2 tree

lengths from the next felling site.
2 Determine direction of fall and escape
path.
1 Select gap in stand into which you want

001BA152 KN
the tree to fall.

Pay special attention to the following
001BA189 KN
points:
N Make relieving cut at the – The natural lean of the tree
compression side (1)
Cutting technique in which the spiked – Any unusually heavy limb structure,
N Make bucking cut at the tension damage
bumper is not used – risk of pull-in – start
side (2)
the cut with the guide bar at the – The wind direction and speed – do
Be wary of pushback when making shallowest possible angle – take extra not fell in high winds
bucking cut from the bottom upwards care since there is an increased danger
(underbuck). of kickback. – Sloping ground
– Neighboring trees
NOTICE Preparations for Felling
– Snow load
Do not cut a lying log at a point where it – Soundness of tree – take special
is touching the ground because the saw Check that there are no other persons in care if trunk is damaged or in case
chain will otherwise be damaged. the felling area – other than helpers. of deadwood (dry, decayed or rotted
Make sure no-one is endangered by the wood)
falling tree – the noise of your engine
may drown any warning calls.
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Preparing work area at base of tree Felling Notch

– First clear the tree base and work
B
area from interfering limbs and Preparing felling notch
brush to provide a secure footing.
– Clean lower portion of tree base
(e.g. with an axe) – sand, stones
45° and other foreign objects will dull the
saw chain.
A C
45°
001BA146 KN
001BA040 KN
B
C
– Make the vertical cut first, then the
A Direction of fall
001BA271 KN
horizontal – but only if the wood is
B Escape path (or retreat path) sound
– Establish paths of escape for
everyone concerned – opposite to
The felling notch (C) determines the
direction of fall at about 45°.
direction of fall.
– Remove all obstacles from escape
Important:
paths.
– Make felling notch at a right angle to
– Place all tools and equipment a safe
the planned direction of fall.
distance away from the tree, but not
on the escape paths. – Cut close to the ground.
– Always keep to the side of the falling – Cut to a depth of about 1/5 to 1/3 of
tree and only walk away along the the trunk diameter.
preplanned escape path.
– On steep slopes, plan escape
routes parallel to the slope.
– When walking away along the
escape path, watch out for falling
limbs and watch the top of the tree.
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Determine direction of fall with gunning Check direction of fall felling notch to a depth of about 1/10 of
sight on shroud and fan housing trunk diameter. On large diameter trees,
cut to no more than width of guide bar.
Do not make sapwood cuts if wood is
diseased.
Basic Information on Felling Cut
001BA153 KN
001BA153 KN
Stump dimensions
N Position the saw in the horizontal

Your chainsaw has a gunning sight on cut. The gunning sight must point in
the shroud and fan housing. Use this the planned direction of fall – if
gunning sight. necessary, correct direction of fall
by re-cutting the felling notch.
Making Felling Notch C
1/10
Position the saw so that the felling notch Sapwood cuts D
is at a right angle to the direction you
want the tree to fall.
The sequence in which the felling notch
is made with a horizontal cut (bottom)
and angled cut (top) is defined in
country-specific regulations.
C E
N Make horizontal cut (bottom)
Make the angled cut (top) at about
001BA259 KN
N G
45°- 60° to the horizontal cut.
The felling notch (C) determines the

direction of fall.
The hinge (D) helps control the falling
tree.
– Width of hinge: about 1/10 of tree
001BA150 KN
diameter.
– To reduce the risk of accidents, do
not cut through the hinge – you
Sapwood cuts in long-fibered softwood could lose control of the direction of
help prevent sapwood splintering when fall.
the tree falls. Make cuts at both sides of
the trunk at same height as bottom of – Leave a broader hinge on rotten
trees.
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The tree is felled with the felling cut (E). 1. Begin cut by applying the lower Contact your STIHL dealer for advice on
portion of the guide bar nose – do selecting the right felling wedge (length,
– Cut horizontally.
not use upper portion because of – width and height).
– 1/10 (at least 3 cm) of width of risk of kickback. Start cutting at full
hinge (D) higher than bottom of throttle until depth of kerf is twice the Choosing Right Felling Cut
felling notch (C). width of the guide bar.
The holding strap (F) or stabilizing 2. Swing saw slowly into plunge- The criteria for choosing the right felling
strap (G) supports the tree and helps cutting position – take care because cut are the same as those for
prevent it from falling prematurely. of the risk of kickback or pushback. determining the direction of fall and the
– Width of strap: about 1/10 to 1/5 of 3. Make the plunge cut very carefully. escape path.
tree diameter. Danger of pushback. There are many different variations of
– Do not cut into the strap while these characteristics. Only the two most
making the felling cut. common characteristics are described in
this manual:
– Leave a broader strap on rotten
trees.
Plunge cutting
001BA270 KN
– For relieving cuts during bucking
– For wood carving
001BA260 KN
Use the plunge-cutting sight if possible.
The plunge-cutting sight and the top and
bottom of the guide bar are parallel.
When making the plunge cut, the sight Left: Normal tree – vertical trunk
helps keep the hinge horizontal, i.e. the with uniform tree crown.
same thickness all round. To do this, Right: Leaner – tree crown leans in
hold the plunge-cutting sight parallel to direction of fall.
the chord of the felling notch.
Felling wedges Felling Cut with Stabilizing Strap
(Normal Tree)
Make use of wedges as soon as
1. possible, i.e. providing they do not
interfere with cutting. Drive wedge into A) Small diameter trees
felling cut with a suitable tool.
3. Perform this felling cut when the tree
2. Use only aluminum or plastic wedges – diameter is smaller than the length of the
001BA269 KN
never steel. Steel wedges can seriously guide bar.

damage the saw chain and cause
dangerous kickback.
N Use a low kickback chain and Select felling wedges that suit the
exercise particular caution diameter of the tree and width of the kerf
(felling cut (E)).
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1.
2.
3.
1.
3.
2.
4. 5.
001BA261 KN
001BA273 KN
001BA263 KN
Shout a warning before starting the N Insert a felling wedge (3). Shout a warning before starting the
felling cut. felling cut.
Shout a second warning immediately
N Start felling cut (E) using plunge-cut before the tree falls. N Engage the spiked bumper at the
method – insert full length of guide required height of the felling cut and
N Holding the saw with outstretched
bar in the trunk. use it as a pivot – avoid
arms, cut through the stabilizing
repositioning the saw more than
N Engage the spiked bumper behind strap horizontally at the same level
necessary.
the hinge and use it as a pivot – as the felling cut.
avoid repositioning the saw more N The guide bar nose enters the
B) Large diameter trees
than necessary. wood (1) before it reaches the hinge
Perform this felling cut when the tree – hold the saw horizontally and
N Enlarge felling cut as far as
diameter is greater than the length of the swing it as far as possible.
hinge (1).
guide bar.
– Do not cut into the hinge.
hinge (2).
stabilizing strap (2).
– Do not cut into the stabilizing strap.
Continue the felling cut on the other side
of the trunk.
Make sure the second cut is at the same
height as the first cut.
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N Start felling cut using plunge-cut Felling Cut with Holding Strap (Leaner)
method.
N Enlarge felling cut as far as A) Small diameter trees
hinge (4).
Perform this felling cut when the tree
– Do not cut into the hinge. diameter is smaller than the length of the
N Enlarge felling cut as far as guide bar.
1. 2.
001BA266 KN
6. Shout a second warning immediately
before the tree falls.
N Cut through the holding strap at a
downward angle from outside with
001BA265 KN
outstretched arms.
001BA274 KN
N Plunge the guide bar into the trunk

until it emerges at the other side.
N Insert a felling wedge (6). N Enlarge the felling cut (E) in

direction of hinge (1).
Shout a second warning immediately
before the tree falls. – Cut horizontally.
N Holding the saw with outstretched – Do not cut into the hinge.
arms, cut through the stabilizing N Enlarge the felling cut in direction of
strap horizontally at the same level holding strap (2).
as the felling cut.
– Cut horizontally.
– Do not cut into the holding strap.
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B) Large diameter trees Continue the felling cut on the other side N Cut through the holding strap at a
of the trunk. downward angle from outside with
outstretched arms.
Make sure the second cut is at the same
height as the first cut.
1. N Engage the spiked bumper behind

2. 3. the hinge and use it as a pivot –
avoid repositioning the saw more
than necessary.
N The guide bar nose enters the
wood (4) before it reaches the
holding strap – hold the saw
horizontally and swing it as far as
possible.
5. 6. N Enlarge felling cut as far as
4.
hinge (5).
001BA267 KN

N Enlarge felling cut as far as holding
strap (6).
Perform this felling cut when the tree – Do not cut into the holding strap.
diameter is greater than the length of the
guide bar.
N Engage the spiked bumper behind
the holding strap and use it as a
pivot – avoid repositioning the saw
more than necessary.
N The guide bar nose enters the
wood (1) before it reaches the hinge
– hold the saw horizontally and
swing it as far as possible.
– Do not cut into the holding strap or
hinge.
hinge (2).
Do not cut into the hinge.
001BA268 KN
–
N Enlarge felling cut as far as holding
strap (3).
– Do not cut into the holding strap. Shout a second warning immediately
before the tree falls.
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Chain Scabbard Fitting Chain Scabbard Extension

Cutting Attachment
A cutting attachment consists of the saw

chain, guide bar and chain sprocket.
1
The cutting attachment that comes
standard is designed to exactly match
the chain saw.
001BA244 KN
001BA245 KN
1
1
2 Your saw comes standard with a chain N Push the scabbard extension and
scabbard that matches the cutting chain scabbard together – the
001BA248 KN attachment. lugs (1) must engage in the chain
scabbard.
a 3 If guide bars of different lengths are
mounted to the saw, always use a chain
scabbard of the correct length which
– The pitch (t) of the saw chain (1), covers the complete guide bar.
chain sprocket and the nose The length of the matching guide bars is
sprocket of the Rollomatic guide bar marked on the side of the chain
must match. scabbard.
– The drive link gauge (2) of the saw Guide bars longer than 90 cm require
chain (1) must match the groove one scabbard extension. Guide bars
width of the guide bar (3). longer than 120 cm require two
If non-matching components are used, scabbard extensions.
the cutting attachment may be damaged Depending on the model, the scabbard
beyond repair after a short period of extension either comes standard with
operation. the saw or is available as a special
accessory.
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Releasing the chain brake

Mounting the Bar and Chain
3 1 1
Removing the chain sprocket cover
2 4
001BA187 KN
001BA186 KN
N Position the guide bar over the
bolts (1) – the cutting edges of the
saw chain must point to the right
Pull hand guard towards the front
1166BA039 KN
N
handle until it engages audibly – N Position the locating hole (2) over
chain brake is released the peg of the tensioner slide –
simultaneously place the saw chain
N Turn the captive nuts to the left until Fitting the saw chain over the sprocket wheel (3)
it hangs loosely in the chain N Turn screw (4) to the right until there
sprocket cover is very little chain sag on the
N Remove chain sprocket cover and underside of the bar – and the drive
captive nuts link tangs engage in the bar groove
N Refit the chain sprocket cover – and
then screw on the nut by hand until
1 it is fingertight (only tighten the nuts
143BA003 KN
after the saw chain has been
tensioned)
2 N Go to chapter "Tensioning the saw
001BA185 KN
chain"
WARNING
Put on protective gloves – risk of injury
N Turn screw (1) to the left until the by the sharp cutters
tensioner slide (2) butts against the
left end of the housing slot N Fit the chain starting at the nose of
the guide bar
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Tensioning the Chain Checking Chain Tension Fuel
Your engine requires a mixture of

gasoline and engine oil.
WARNING
1 For health reasons, avoid direct skin
133BA024 KN
143BA007 KN
contact with gasoline and avoid inhaling
gasoline vapor.
STIHL MotoMix
Retensioning during cutting work: N Shut off the engine.
N Shut off the engine. N Wear work gloves to protect your
STIHL recommends the use of STIHL
hands.
N Loosen the nuts. MotoMix. This ready-to-use fuel mix
N The chain must fit snugly against contains no benzol or lead, has a high
N Hold the bar nose up.
the underside of the bar and it must octane rating and ensures that you
N Use a screwdriver to turn the still be possible to pull the chain always use the right mix ratio.
tensioning screw (1) clockwise until along the bar by hand.
the chain fits snugly against the STIHL MotoMix uses STIHL HP Ultra
N If necessary, retension the chain. two-stroke engine oil for an extra long
underside of the bar.
A new chain has to be retensioned more engine life.
N While still holding the bar nose up,
often than one that has been in use for MotoMix is not available in all markets.
tighten down the nuts firmly.
some time.
N Go to "Checking Chain Tension". Mixing Fuel
N Check chain tension frequently –
A new chain has to be retensioned more see chapter on "Operating
often than one that has been in use for Instructions".
some time.
NOTICE
N Check chain tension frequently –
Unsuitable fuels or lubricants or mix
see chapter on "Operating
ratios other than those specified may
Instructions".
result in serious damage to the engine.
Poor quality gasoline or engine oil may
damage the engine, sealing rings, hoses
and the fuel tank.
Gasoline
Use only high-quality brand-name
gasoline with a minimum octane rating
of 90 – leaded or unleaded.
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Gasoline with an ethanol content of Storing Fuel

more than 10% can cause running Fueling
problems in engines with a manually
adjustable carburetor and should not be Store fuel only in approved safety-type
used in such engines. fuel canisters in a dry, cool and safe
location protected from light and the sun.
Engines equipped with M-Tronic deliver
full power when run on gasoline with an Fuel mix ages – only mix sufficient fuel
ethanol content of up to 25% (E25). for a few weeks work. Do not store fuel
mix for longer than 30 days. Exposure to Preparing the machine
Engine Oil light, the sun, low or high temperatures
can quickly make the fuel mix unusable.
If you mix the fuel yourself, use only
STIHL two-stroke engine oil or another STIHL MotoMix may be stored for up to
high-performance engine oil in 2 years without any problems.
accordance with JASO FB, JASO FC, N Thoroughly shake the mixture in the
JASO FD, ISO-L-EGB, ISO-L-EGC or canister before fueling your
ISO-L-EGD. machine.
001BA229 KN
STIHL specifies STIHL HP Ultra two-
stroke engine oil or an equivalent high- WARNING
performance engine oil in order to
Pressure may build up in the canister – N Before fueling, clean the cap and
maintain emission limits over the
open it carefully. the area around it to ensure that no
machine’s service life.
dirt falls into the fuel tank
N Clean the fuel tank and canister
Mix Ratio from time to time. N Always position the machine so that
STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil: 50 the cap is facing upwards
Dispose of remaining fuel and cleaning
parts gasoline to 1 part oil fluid properly in accordance with local
regulations and environmental Opening
Examples requirements.
Gasoline STIHL engine oil 50:1
Liters Liters (ml)
1 0.02 (20)
5 0.10 (100)
10 0.20 (200)
001BA236 KN
15 0.30 (300)
20 0.40 (400)
25 0.50 (500)
N Raise the grip until it is upright.
N Use a canister approved for storing
fuel. Pour oil into canister first, then
add gasoline and mix thoroughly.
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Closing
001BA232 KN
001BA235 KN
001BA234 KN
N Turn the cap counterclockwise N Fold the grip down so that it is flush
(about a quarter turn). with the top of the cap.
Grip must be vertical:
N Fit the cap – marks on tank cap and
fuel tank must line up.
N Press the cap down as far as stop.
001BA234 KN
001BA241 KN
Marks on tank cap and fuel tank must Tank cap is locked.
line up.
001BA233 KN
If the tank cap cannot be locked in the
fuel tank opening
N While holding the cap depressed, Bottom of cap is twisted in relation to

turn it clockwise until it engages in top.
position.
001BA237 KN
N Remove the cap from the fuel tank

and check it from above.
N Remove the cap.
Filling up with fuel

001BA231 KN
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling

and do not overfill the tank.
The marks on the tank cap and fuel tank
STIHL recommends you use the STIHL
are then in alignment.
filler nozzle for fuel (special accessory).
N Fill up with fuel.
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Chain Lubricant Filling Chain Oil Tank
For automatic and reliable lubrication of

1 the chain and guide bar – use only an
environmentally compatible quality
001BA238 KN
chain and bar lubricant. Rapidly
biodegradable STIHL BioPlus is
Preparing the machine
recommended.
Left: Bottom of cap is twisted –
inner mark (1) in line with NOTICE
outer mark.
Biological chain oil must be resistant to
Right: Bottom of cap in correct posi-
aging (e.g. STIHL BioPlus), since it will
tion – inner mark is under the
otherwise quickly turn to resin. This
grip. It is not in line with the
results in hard deposits that are difficult
outer mark.
001BA158 KN
to remove, especially in the area of the
chain drive and chain. It may even cause
the oil pump to seize.
The service life of the chain and guide N Thoroughly clean the filler cap and
bar depends on the quality of the the area around it to ensure that no
lubricant. It is therefore essential to use dirt falls into the tank
only a specially formulated chain
001BA239 KN
N Always position the machine so that

lubricant.
the filler cap is facing upwards
WARNING N Open the filler cap

N Place the cap on the opening and
rotate it counterclockwise until it Do not use waste oil. Renewed contact Filling chain oil tank
engages the filler neck. with waste oil can cause skin cancer.
Moreover, waste oil is environmentally
N Continue rotating the cap
harmful. Standard oil pump setting
counterclockwise (about a quarter
turn) – this causes the bottom of the
cap to be turned to the correct NOTICE
position.
Waste oil does not have the necessary
N Turn the cap clockwise and lock it in lubricating properties and is unsuitable
position – see section on "Closing". for chain lubrication.
1166BA033 AM
N Refill the chain oil tank every time
you refuel
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Oil pump setting for increased oil

delivery rate Checking Chain Lubrication Chain Brake
Locking the chain
1166BA034 AM
Frequent checking and refilling of the oil
tank is necessary – see "Adjusting oil
quantity".
N Refill the chain oil tank when the fuel
tank is approximately half empty
All oil pump settings
143BA024 KN
Take care not to spill chain oil during
refilling and do not overfill the tank.
STIHL recommends use of the STIHL
filling system for chain oil (special The saw chain must always throw off a
accessory). small amount of oil.
N Close filler cap
143BA011 KN
NOTICE
There must still be a small amount of
chain oil in the oil tank when the fuel tank Never operate your saw without chain
is empty. lubrication. If the chain runs dry, the
whole cutting attachment will be – in an emergency
If the oil tank is still partly full, the reason irretrievably damaged within a very short
may be a problem in the oil supply – when starting
time. Always check chain lubrication and
system: Check chain lubrication, clean the oil level in the tank before starting – at idling speed
the oil passages, contact your servicing work.
dealer for assistance if necessary. The chain brake is activated by pushing
STIHL recommends that maintenance Every new chain has to be broken in for the hand guard toward the bar nose with
and repair work be carried out only by about 2 to 3 minutes. your left hand – or by inertia in certain
authorised STIHL dealers. kickback situations: The chain is
After breaking in the chain, check chain
stopped and locked.
tension and adjust if necessary – see
"Checking Chain Tension".
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Releasing the chain brake The chain brake will operate only if the
hand guard has not been modified in any Winter Operation
way.
Check operation of the chain brake
Before starting work: Run engine at idle

speed, engage the chain brake (push Pre-heat carburetor at temperatures
hand guard toward bar nose) and open below +10 °C
the throttle wide for no more than
3 seconds – the chain must not rotate.
The hand guard must be free from dirt
and move freely.
1
Chain brake maintenance
1166BA031 AM
The chain brake is subject to normal 2
143BA012 KN
wear. It is necessary to have it serviced

and maintained regularly by trained
personnel. STIHL recommends that you N Remove the filter cover.
have servicing and repair work carried
N Pull the hand guard back toward the out exclusively by an authorized STIHL N in the filter cover, move the slide (1)
front handle, servicing dealer. Maintain the following from summer position to winter
servicing intervals: position (2)
NOTICE Heated air is now drawn in from around
Full-time usage: every 3
the cylinder and mixed with cold air – this
Always disengage chain brake before months
helps prevent carburetor icing.
accelerating the engine (except when Part-time usage: every 6
checking its operation) and before months N At temperatures above +20 °C:
starting cutting work. always return the slide to the
Occasional usage: every 12
summer position –
High revs with the chain brake engaged months
(chain locked) will quickly damage the
powerhead and chain drive (clutch, NOTICE
chain brake).
otherwise risk of engine malfunction due
The chain brake is also activated by the to overheating!
inertia of the front hand guard if the
If engine trouble occurs, first return the
kickback force of the saw is high
slide from winter to summer position.
enough: The hand guard is accelerated
toward the bar nose – even if your left
hand is not behind the hand guard, e.g.
during felling cut.
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At temperatures below -10 °C Mounting the cover plate (special

accessory) Electric Handle Heating
Switching on the handle heating system
1166BA029 AM
2 (depending on equipment version)
1166BA030 AM
2
1
Under extreme winter conditions
(temperatures below -10 °C, powdered N Insert cover plate (1) with both tabs
or drifting snow), it is recommended to (arrows) and snap it onto the fan
mount the cover plate (special housing
accessory) on the fan housing.
N Screw in screws (2)
1166BA024 AM
The partial covering of the slits in the fan
When the mounting kit is used, the slide
housing keeps out powdered or drifting
must be in the winter position.
snow.
If engine trouble occurs, first check
N If the chain saw is extremely cold N Set switch to F – to switch off, return
whether use of the cover plate is
(frost formation) – after starting, switch to the 0 position
necessary.
bring the engine up to operating
Overheating during continuous use is
temperature at medium speed
impossible. The heating system is
(disengage chain brake!)
maintenance-free.
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Setting the Master Control Lever On the ground

Starting / Stopping the
Engine
To move the Master Control lever from
the run position F to start }, depress
Positions of Master Control Lever
the trigger lockout and the throttle trigger
and hold them in that position – set the
Master Control lever to start } and let
go of the throttle trigger and trigger
lockout.
The Master Control lever moves from
the start position (}) to the run
position (F) when you press down the
throttle trigger lockout and squeeze the
throttle trigger at the same time.
To switch off the engine, move the
Master Control lever in the direction of
STOP or † – when released, the Master
1166BA036
Control lever springs back to the run
position F.
N Place your saw on the ground.
Holding the Saw Make sure you have a firm footing –
1166BA025 AM
check that the chain is not touching

There are two ways of holding the saw any object or the ground.
when starting. N Hold the saw firmly on the ground
STOP or † – Master Control lever must with your left hand on the front
be pushed in direction of STOP or † to handle – your thumb should be
switch off ignition. The Master Control under the handle.
lever springs back to the run position F
when it is released. N Put your right foot into the rear
handle or your right heel on the rear
hand guard and press down.
WARNING
The ignition is switched on again
automatically after the engine stops.
Engine can be started by operating the
rewind starter.
Run position F – a hot engine is started
in this position or the engine runs in this
position.
Start position } – a cold engine is
started in this position.
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Between knees or thighs Cranking Starting the Saw
Decompression valve
1166BA028 AM
N Press in the button to open the
decompression valve.
The decompression valve closes as
soon as the engine fires. For this reason
1166BA037
you must press in the button before each
1166BA038
starting attempt.
N Hold the rear handle tightly between
your legs, just above the knees. N Pull the starter grip slowly with your WARNING
right hand until you feel it engage – Bystanders must be well clear of the
N Hold the front handle firmly with
and then give it a brisk strong pull general work area of the saw.
your left hand – your thumb should
be under the handle. and push down the front handle at
the same time. Do not pull out the
starter rope to full length – it might
otherwise break. Do not let the
starter grip snap back. Guide it
slowly back into the housing so that
the starter rope can rewind properly.
Machines without additional manual fuel
pump: If the engine is new or after a long
out-of-service period or if the tank has
been run dry (engine stops), it may be
necessary to pull the starter rope several
times to prime the fuel system.
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As soon as the engine runs At very low outside temperatures
N Change over to winter operation if

necessary – see “Winter Operation”.
0
0 Stopping the Engine
1
1
1166BA027 AM
2
N If the engine was started in the start 0

2 position }: Press down trigger 1
1166BA032 AM
lockout and the pull the throttle
3 trigger (2) at the same time – the
1166BA026 AM
Master Control lever (1) moves to

the run position (F) and the engine
settles down to idling speed. N Move the Master Control lever in the
direction of STOP or † – when
N Push the hand guard (1) forward – released, the Master Control lever
the chain is locked. springs back to the normal run
The Master Control lever is in the normal position F.
run position F.
If engine does not start
N If the engine is cold: Press down the
001BA186 KN
trigger lockout (2) and pull the
throttle trigger (3) at the same time. N Check that all settings are correct.
Hold both levers in that position and
N Check that there is fuel in the tank
set the Master Control lever to start
N Pull the hand guard back towards and refuel if necessary.
symbol }.
the front handle. N Check that the spark plug boot is
N Hold your saw firmly.
The chain brake is now disengaged – properly connected.
N Pull the starter grip quickly and your saw is ready for operation. N Repeat the starting procedure.
firmly as often as necessary until the
engine starts. or:
NOTICE
N If the engine does not start: Move It is possible that the fuel-air mixture in
the Master Control lever to start Always disengage chain brake before the combustion chamber is over-rich
position } and repeat starting accelerating the engine. High revs with and has flooded the engine.
procedure. the chain brake engaged (chain locked)
will quickly damage the clutch and chain N Remove the spark plug – see
brake. "Spark Plug".
N Dry the spark plug.
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N Hold the saw on the ground. Chain at operating temperature

Operating Instructions
N Push the Master Control lever as far The chain stretches and begins to sag.
as stop in direction of STOP or † The drive links must not come out of the
and hold it there. bar groove on the underside of the bar –
During the break-in period
the chain may otherwise jump off the
WARNING bar. Retension the chain – see
A factory new machine should not be run "Tensioning the Saw Chain".
An ignition spark may occur if the Master at high revs (full throttle off load) for the
Control lever is not held against STOP first three tank fillings. This avoids
or †. NOTICE
unnecessarily high loads during the
N Operate the rewind starter several break-in period. As all moving parts The chain contracts as it cools down. If it
times. have to bed in during the break-in is not slackened off, it can damage the
period, the frictional resistances in the crankshaft and bearings.
N Release the Master Control lever – it shortblock are greater during this period.
springs back to the run position F. The engine develops its maximum After a long period of full-throttle
N Install the spark plug – see "Spark power after about 5 to 15 tank fillings. operation
Plug". After a long period of full-throttle
During work operation, allow engine to run for a while
N Hold and start your saw as
described. at idle speed so that the heat in the
engine can be dissipated by flow of
NOTICE cooling air. This protects engine-
mounted components (ignition,
Open the throttle only when the chain carburetor) from thermal overload.
brake is off. Running the engine at high
revs with the chain brake engaged After finishing work
(chain locked) will quickly damage the
engine and chain drive (clutch, chain
brake). N Slacken off the chain if you have
retensioned it at operating
Check chain tension frequently temperature during work.
A new saw chain must be retensioned
more frequently than one that has been NOTICE
in use already for an extended period.
Always slacken off the chain again after
Chain cold finishing work. The chain contracts as it
cools down. If it is not slackened off, it
Tension is correct when the chain fits can damage the crankshaft and
snugly against the underside of the bar bearings.
but can still be pulled along the bar by
hand. Retension if necessary – see
"Tensioning the Saw Chain".
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Short-term storage Setting for increased oil delivery rate

Oil Quantity Control
Wait for engine to cool down. Keep the
machine with a full tank of fuel in a dry
place, well away from sources of
ignition, until you need it again.
Long-term storage
Varying cutting lengths, types of wood
See "Storing the machine"
1166BA010 AM
and work techniques require varying
amounts of oil.
Standard setting
If necessary, the oil flow can be
increased beyond the standard setting.
N Press in end stop (2) using a
suitable tool – end stop is no longer
functional, the oil flow can be
increased further
1
If the end stop has been pressed in, it
1166BA009 AM
remains in this position.
2
To increase oil flow –
N turn the adjusting screw clockwise
The oil flow can be adjusted as needed
using the adjusting screw (1) (on the To reduce oil flow –
bottom of the machine). N turn the adjusting screw
Ematic position (E), medium oil flow – counterclockwise
N Turn adjusting screw to "E" (Ematic In adjustment range a, the oil tank may
position) run dry before the fuel tank, thus
resulting in the saw chain running dry.
To increase oil flow –
N In adjustment range a, fill the fuel
N Turn the adjusting screw clockwise tank only half full or refill the oil tank
– adjusting screw is limited by end when the fuel tank is approximately
stop (2) half empty
To reduce oil flow –
N turn the adjusting screw NOTICE
counterclockwise
If an increased oil flow is no longer
required, reset the adjusting screw to the
NOTICE standard setting.
The saw chain must always be coated
with oil.
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Taking Care of the Guide Bar Picco 3/8“ P 5.0 mm Remove Air Filter
Rapid 3/8“; 0.325“ 6.0 mm
Rapid 0.404“ 7.0 mm
If the groove is not at least this deep:
N Replace guide bar
2 Otherwise the drive links will grind

against the base of the groove – the
1166BA011 AM
bottoms of the cutters and the tie straps
will not lie against the bar.
N Turn the knob above the rear handle

in the direction of the arrow and
remove the carburetor box cover
143BA026 KN
1 3
1166BA012 AM
N Flip the bar – after each sharpening
and each time the chain is changed
– to avoid uneven wear, especially
at the sprocket nose and on the N Remover filter
bottom
N Periodically clean the oil inlet
hole (1), oil outlet channel (2) and
bar groove (3)
N Measure groove depth – using the
measuring tool on the file gauge
(special accessory) – in the area
with the greatest wear
Chain type Chain pitch Minimum

groove depth
Picco 1/4“ P 4.0 mm
Rapid 1/4“ 4.0 mm
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Calibrating the Chain Saw

Cleaning the Air Filter M-Tronic
If the external temperature is below -
If there is a noticeable loss of engine During operation the chain saw 10°C or the engine is cold:
power: automatically adjusts to the optimum
power. N Start engine and release chain
N Wash the filter in STIHL special- brake.
purpose cleaner (special Depending on the STIHL M-Tronic
accessory) or a clean, non- version the chain saw can be adjusted N Warm up engine for about 1 minute
flammable cleaning liquid (e.g., more quickly to the optimum power in by blipping the throttle.
warm soapy water) – rinse the filter two different ways: N Switch off engine.
from inside to out under a water jet
– “Speeding up automatic adaptation To calibrate the chain saw, carry out the
– do not use high-pressure cleaners
of the chain saw” following steps:
N Dry all filter parts – do not expose to
– “Calibrating the chain saw”
extreme heat 1 A B C
min
N Do not oil the filter
N Reinstall filter
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30-60 s > 30 s s
N Set master control lever to }

The STIHL M-Tronic version is indicated position.
on the approval label of the chain saw, N Engage chain brake.
e.g. "M3.0" indicates the
N Start engine without depressing the
STIHL M-Tronic version 3.0.
throttle trigger. The engine runs and
N If the STIHL M-Tronic version is the master control lever remains in
lower than 3.0: “Speeding up the } position.
automatic adaptation of the chain
N Allow engine to run for at least 30 to
saw”.
max. 60 seconds (A) without
N If the STIHL M-Tronic version is 3.0 depressing the throttle trigger.
or higher: “Calibrating the chain
saw”.
WARNING
Speeding Up Automatic Adaptation of The saw chain may rotate when the
the Chain Saw chain brake is released - risk of injury!
Hold the chain saw as described in the
N Carry out five uniform cuts to length Instruction Manual and do not touch the
at full throttle. moving saw chain.
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N Release chain brake. The engine idles. The chain saw is

calibrated and ready for use. Spark Arresting Screen in
Muffler
NOTICE
N If engine performance deteriorates,
If the throttle trigger is released before check the spark arresting screen in
the chain saw has been fully calibrated, the muffler
calibration will be aborted. Calibration
has to be started again from the N Let the muffler cool down
beginning.
N Fully depress throttle trigger and
hold it there.
1
NOTICE
1166BA016 AM
If the throttle trigger is not fully
depressed during calibration, the chain
saw may not adjust correctly. The chain
saw may be damaged.
N Fully depress throttle trigger and
hold it there.
N Depress and hold down throttle
trigger for at least 30 seconds (B). 2 3
1166BA017 AM
The engine accelerates and the saw
chain rotates. The chain saw is being
calibrated. The engine speed fluctuates
and increases perceptibly during N Remove four screws
calibration.
N Remove exhaust casing (1) of the
If the engine stops: muffler
N try again to calibrate the chain saw. N Bend back the retaining lugs (2)
If the engine repeatedly stops: N Pull out spark arresting screen (3)
N Engage chain brake. N Clean the dirty spark arresting
N Do not use the chain saw. Consult a screen, replace if damaged or
STIHL servicing dealer. The chain heavily carbonised
saw has a fault. N Refit the spark arresting screen in
As soon as the engine speed audibly reverse order of steps
and perceptibly drops (C):
N Release throttle trigger.
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Checking the Spark Plug N Use resistor type spark plugs with a
Spark Plug properly tightened adapter nut.
N If the engine is down on power, Installing the spark plug

difficult to start or runs poorly at idle
speed, first check the spark plug.
N Fit a new spark plug after about 100 1
000BA039 KN
operating hours – or sooner if the
electrodes are badly eroded. Install
only suppressed spark plugs of the A
type approved by STIHL – see
1166BA018 AM
"Specifications". N Clean dirty spark plug.
N Check electrode gap (A) and
Removing the spark plug
readjust if necessary – see
"Specifications". N Screw in the spark plug
N Rectify the problems which have N Press on the spark plug boot (1)
caused fouling of the spark plug. firmly
Possible causes are: N Mount filter cover
– Too much oil in fuel mix.

1166BA011 AM
– Dirty air filter.

– Unfavorable running conditions.
N Turn the cap above the rear handle

in the direction of the arrow and
remove the filter cover 1
1 000BA045 KN
1166BA018 AM
WARNING
Arcing may occur if the adapter nut (1) is
loose or missing. Working in an easily
N Unplug spark plug boot (1) combustible or explosive atmosphere
N Unscrew spark plug may cause a fire or an explosion. This
can result result in serious injuries or
damage to property.
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Storing the Machine Checking and Replacing the

5
Chain Sprocket
For periods of 3 months or longer N Remove chain sprocket cover, saw
chain and guide bar. 6
N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a 2
well ventilated area. N Release chain brake – pull hand 1
guard against the front handle
N Dispose of fuel properly in
accordance with local
environmental requirements. Fit new chain sprocket 4
N Run the engine until the carburetor
is dry – this helps prevent the 3
carburetor diaphragms sticking
together. 6
2
N Remove the saw chain and guide 1
001BA122 KN
bar, clean them and spray with
corrosion inhibiting oil.
001BA121 KN
N Thoroughly clean the machine – pay
special attention to the cylinder fins N Use a screwdriver to remove the E-
and air filter. clip (1)
– after use of two saw chains or
N If you use a biological chain and bar earlier N Remove the washer (2)
lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus, – if the wear marks (arrows) are N Remove rim sprocket (3)
completely fill the chain oil tank. deeper than 0.5 mm – otherwise the N Inspect transport profile on the
N Store the machine in a dry, high or service life of the saw chain is clutch drum (4) – if there are also
locked location, out of the reach of reduced – use check gauge (special heavy signs of wear, also replace
children and other unauthorized accessory) to test the clutch drum
persons. Using two saw chains in alternation N Remove clutch drum or spur chain
helps preserve the chain sprocket. sprocket (5) including needle
STIHL recommends use of original cage (6) from the crankshaft – with
STIHL chain sprockets in order to QuickStop Super chain brake, press
ensure optimal functioning of the chain throttle trigger lockout beforehand
brake.
Install spur chain sprocket / rim sprocket
N Clean crankshaft stub and needle

cage and lubricate with STIHL
lubricant (special accessory)
N Slide needle cage onto the
crankshaft stub
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N After refitting, turn the clutch drum Chain pitch

and/or spur chain sprocket approx. Maintaining and Sharpening
1 full turn so that the carrier for the the Saw Chain
oil pump drive engages – with
QuickStop Super chain brake, press Sawing effortlessly with a properly
throttle trigger lockout beforehand sharpened saw chain
N Refit the rim sprocket – cavities a
toward the outside A properly sharpened saw chain cuts
689BA027 KN
N Refit washer and E-clip on the through wood effortlessly even with very
crankshaft little pushing.
Never use a dull or damaged saw chain
– this leads to increased physical strain, The chain pitch marking (a) is embossed
increased vibration load, unsatisfactory in the area of the depth gauge of each
cutting results and increased wear. cutter.
N Clean the saw chain Marking (a) Chain pitch
N Check the saw chain for cracks and Inches mm
damaged rivets 7 1/4 P 6.35
N Replace damaged or worn chain 1 or 1/4 1/4 6.35
components and adapt these parts 6, P or PM 3/8 P 9.32
to the remaining parts in terms of
2 or 325 0.325 8.25
shape and level of wear – rework
accordingly 3 or 3/8 3/8 9.32
4 or 404 0.404 10.26
Carbide-tipped (Duro) saw chains are
especially wear-resistant. For an optimal The diameter of file to be used depends
sharpening result, STIHL recommends on the chain pitch – see table
STIHL servicing dealers. "Sharpening tools".
The angles of the cutter must be
WARNING maintained during resharpening.
Compliance with the angles and
dimensions listed below is absolutely
necessary. An improperly sharpened
saw chain – especially depth gauges
that are too low – can lead to increased
kickback tendency of the chain saw –
risk of injury!
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Sharpening and side plate angles File holder Proper sharpening
N Select sharpening tools in

A accordance with chain pitch
N Clamp guide bar if necessary
N Block saw chain – push the hand
guard forward
689BA025 KN
689BA021 KN
B N To advance the saw chain, pull the
hand guard toward the handlebar:
The chain brake is disengaged.
A Sharpening angle N Use a file holder With the Quickstop Super chain
brake system, additionally press the
STIHL saw chains are sharpened with a Always use a file holder (special throttle trigger lockout
30° sharpening angle. Ripping chains, accessory, see table "Sharpening tools")
which are sharpened with a 10° when sharpening saw chains by hand. N Sharpen frequently, removing little
sharpening angle, are exceptions. File holders have markings for the material – two or three strokes of the
Ripping chains have an X in the sharpening angle. file are usually sufficient for simple
designation. resharpening
Use only special saw chain files! Other
B Side plate angle files are unsuitable in terms of shape
and type of cutting.
The correct side plate angle results
automatically when the specified file
holder and file diameter are used. To check the angles
Tooth shapes Angle (°) 90°
689BA018 KN
A B
Micro = semi-chisel tooth, 30 75
e. g., 63 PM3, 26 RM3,
36 RM
Super = full chisel tooth, 30 60 001BA203 KN
e. g., 63 PS3, 26 RS,

36 RS3
Ripping chain, e. g., 10 75
63 PMX, 36 RMX
689BA043 KN
STIHL filing gauge (special accessory,
The angles must be identical for all see table "Sharpening tools") – a
cutters in the saw chain. Varying angles: universal tool for checking sharpening
Rough, uneven running of the saw and side plate angles, depth gauge
setting, and tooth length, as well as N Guide the file: horizontally (at a right
chain, increased wear – even to the angle to the side surface of the
point of saw chain breakage. cleaning grooves and oil inlet holes.
guide bar) in accordance with the
specified angle – according to the
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markings on the file holder – rest the a Required distance between depth Saw chains with humped drive link (2) –
file holder on the tooth head and the gauge and cutting edge upper part of the humped drive link (2)
depth gauge (with service mark) is lowered at the
When cutting softwood outside of the
same time as the depth gauge of the
N File only from the inside outward frost season, the distance can be
cutter.
increased by up to 0.2 mm (0.008").
N The file only sharpens on the
forward stroke – lift the file on the Chain pitch Depth gauge WARNING
backstroke
Distance (a) The rest of the humped drive link must
N Do not file tie straps and drive links Inches (mm) mm (Inches) not be filed; otherwise, this could
N Rotate the file a little periodically in 1/4 P (6.35) 0.45 (0.018) increase the tendency of the chain saw
order to avoid uneven wear 1/4 (6.35) 0.65 (0.026) to kick back.
N To remove file burr, use a piece of 3/8 P (9.32) 0.65 (0.026)
hardwood 0.325 (8.25) 0.65 (0.026)
N Check angle with file gauge 3/8 (9.32) 0.65 (0.026)
All cutters must be equally long. 0.404 (10.26) 0.80 (0.031)
With varying cutter lengths, the cutter
689BA051 KN
Lowering the depth gauges
heights also vary and cause rough
running of the saw chain and chain
breakage. The depth gauge setting is lowered
when the cutter is sharpened. N Rework the depth gauge so that it is
N All cutters must be filed down equal
to the length of the shortest cutter – N Check the depth gauge setting after flush with the file gauge
ideally, one should have this done each sharpening
by a servicing dealer using an
electric sharpener
Depth gauge setting

2
689BA044 KN
1 689BA061 KN
a N Afterwards, dress the leading edge

N Lay the appropriate file gauge (1) of the depth gauge parallel to the
for the chain pitch on the saw chain service mark (see arrow) – when
689BA023 KN
and press it against the cutter to be doing this, be careful not to further
checked – if the depth gauge lower the highest point of the depth
protrudes past the file gauge, the gauge
The depth gauge determines the depth depth gauge must be reworked
to which the cutter penetrates the wood
and thus the chip thickness.
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N After sharpening, clean the saw

WARNING chain thoroughly, removing any
Depth gauges that are too low increase filings or grinding dust – lubricate
the kickback tendency of the chain saw. the saw chain thoroughly
N In the event of extended periods of
disuse, store saw chains in cleaned
689BA052 KN
and oiled condition
N Lay the file gauge on the saw chain

– the highest point of the depth
gauge must be flush with the file
gauge
Sharpening tools (special accessories)
Chain pitch Round file ^ Round file File holder File gauge Taper square file Sharpening set1)
Inches (mm) mm (Inches) Part number Part number Part number Part number Part number
1/4P (6.35) 3.2 (1/8) 5605 771 3206 5605 750 4300 0000 893 4005 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1000
1/4 (6.35) 4.0 (5/32) 5605 772 4006 5605 750 4327 1110 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1027
3/8 P (9.32) 4.0 (5/32) 5605 772 4006 5605 750 4327 1110 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1027
0.325 (8.25) 4.8 (3/16) 5605 772 4806 5605 750 4328 1110 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1028
3/8 (9.32) 5.2 (13/64) 5605 772 5206 5605 750 4329 1110 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1029
0.404 (10.26) 5.5 (7/32) 5605 772 5506 5605 750 4330 1106 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1030
1) consisting of file holder with round file, taper square file and file gauge
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Maintenance and Care
The following information applies in normal operating conditions. The specified inter-
vals must be shortened accordingly when working for longer than normal or under
At the end of work and/or
Whenever tank is refilled

difficult cutting conditions (extensive dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber from trop-
ical trees, etc.). If the machine is only used occasionally, the intervals can be
Before starting work

extended accordingly.
As required
If damaged
Monthly
Weekly
If faulty
Yearly
daily
Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X X
Complete machine
Clean X
Throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout,

choke lever, choke control, stop switch,
Function tests X X
master control lever (dependent on
equipment)
Function tests X X
Chain brake
Have checked by a specialist dealer1) X
Check X
Manual fuel pump (if present)
Have repaired by a specialist dealer1) X
Check X
Fuel pick-up body / filter in fuel tank Clean, replace filter insert X X
Replace X X X
Fuel tank Clean X
Lubricating oil tank Clean X

Chain lubrication Check X
Check, pay attention to sharpness X X
Saw chain Check chain tension X X
Sharpen X
Check (wear, damage) X
Clean and turn over X

Guide bar
Deburr X
Replace X X
Chain sprocket Check X
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The following information applies in normal operating conditions. The specified inter-
vals must be shortened accordingly when working for longer than normal or under
At the end of work and/or
Whenever tank is refilled

difficult cutting conditions (extensive dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber from trop-
ical trees, etc.). If the machine is only used occasionally, the intervals can be
Before starting work

extended accordingly.
As required
If damaged
Monthly
Weekly
If faulty
Yearly
daily
Clean X X
Air filter
Replace X
Check X X
Anti-vibration elements Have them replaced by a servicing
X
dealer1)
Air intake on fan housing Clean X X X
Cylinder fins Clean X X X
Check idle adjustment – saw chain must

X X
not rotate
Carburetor If the saw chain rotates in idle, have the
chain saw serviced by a servicing X
dealer1)
Adjust electrode gap X

Spark plug
Replace after 100 hours of operation X
2)
Accessible screws, nuts and bolts Tighten X
Have checked by a specialist dealer1) X

Spark arresting screen in muffler Have cleaned by a specialist dealer, or
X
replaced if necessary1)
Check X
Chain catcher
Replace X
Decarbonise after 139 hours of opera-

Exhaust bore tion, subsequently after every 150 hours X
of operation
Safety information label Replace X

1)
STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers
2)
During initial use of chain saws (with a power output of 3.4 kW or more), tighten the cylinder block screws after 10 to 20 hours of operation
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Main Parts
1 Filter cover cap

2 Spark plug boot
3 Handle heating switch (depending
on equipment version)
4 Chain brake
1 2 5 Chain sprocket
6 Chain sprocket cover
3 # 7 Chain catcher
8
8 Bumper spike
4 9 Chain tensioner
5 9 10 Guide bar
10
11 Oilomatic saw chain
12 Oil filler cap
6 11 13 Muffler
14 Front hand guard
8 15 Front handle (handlebar)
16 Decompression valve
17 Starter grip
18 Fuel filler cap
15 6
19 Master control lever
14 20 Throttle trigger
16 7 21 Throttle trigger lockout
22 Rear handle
17 23 Rear hand guard
# Machine number
13
21
19
20 22
1166BA023 AM
12 18 23
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Weight Saw chains 3/8"

Specifications
Rapid Micro (36 RM) Type 3652
Dry, without cutting attachment Rapid Super (36 RS) Type 3621
Engine MS 661 C-M 7.4 kg Rapid Super 3 (36 RS3) Type 3626
MS 661 C-M with handle Pitch: 3/8" (9.32 mm)
STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine heating 7.5 kg Drive link gauge: 1.6 mm
Displacement: 91.1 cm3 Cutting Attachment Chain sprocket
Cylinder bore: 56 mm
7-tooth for 3/8" (rim sprocket)
Piston stroke: 37 mm Actual cutting length may be less than
Max. chain speed to
Engine power the specified length
ISO 11681: 27.5 m/s
according to 5.4 kW (7.3 HP)
ISO 7293: at 9500 rpm Rollomatic E guide bars Chain speed at maximum
power output: 21.7 m/s
Idle speed:1) 2800 rpm Cutting lengths: 40, 45, 50, 63 cm
1) to ISO 11681 +/- 50 rpm Pitch: 3/8" Sound and vibration levels
Groove width: 1.6 mm
Ignition system Sprocket nose: 10-tooth with cutting For further details concerning
lengths 40, 45, compliance with the Physical Agents
50 cm Directive Vibration 2002/44/EC, see
Electronic magneto ignition
11-tooth with cutting www.stihl.com/vib/
(breakerless)
lengths 40, 45, 50,
Spark plug Bosch WSR 6 F, 63 cm Sound pressure level Lpeq to ISO 22868
(suppressed): NGK BPMR 7 A
Rollomatic ES guide bars 105 dB(A)
Electrode gap: 0.5 mm
Cutting lengths: 40, 45, 50, 55, 71, Sound power level Lw to ISO 22868
Fuel system 75, 80, 90 cm
118 dB(A)
Pitch: 3/8"
All position diaphragm carburettor with Groove width: 1.6 mm Vibration level ahv,eq to ISO 22867
integral fuel pump Sprocket nose: 11-tooth
Left handle: 6.9 m/s2
Fuel tank capacity: 850 cm3 (0.85 l) Rollomatic ES Light guide bars Right handle: 5.6 m/s2
Chain lubrication Cutting lengths: 71, 80, 90 cm The K-factor in accordance with
Directive 2006/42/EC is 2.0 dB(A) for
Pitch: 3/8"
the sound pressure level and sound
Fully automatic, speed-controlled oil Groove width: 1.6 mm power level; the K-factor in accordance
pump with reciprocating piston - Sprocket nose: 11-tooth with Directive 2006/42/EC is 2.0 m/s2
additional manual oil flow control for the vibration level.
Oil tank capacity: 400 cm3 (0.4 l)
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REACH
Ordering Spare Parts Maintenance and Repairs
REACH is an EC regulation and stands
for the Registration, Evaluation, Please enter your saw model, serial Users of this machine may only carry out
Authorisation and Restriction of number as well as the part numbers of the maintenance and service work
Chemical substances. the guide bar and saw chain in the described in this user manual. All other
spaces provided. This will make re- repairs must be carried out by a
For information on compliance with the ordering simpler. servicing dealer.
REACH regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006
see www.stihl.com/reach. The guide bar and saw chain are subject STIHL recommends that you have
to normal wear and tear. When servicing and repair work carried out
Exhaust Emissions purchasing these parts, always quote exclusively by an authorized STIHL
the saw model, the part numbers and servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are
names of the parts. regularly given the opportunity to attend
The CO2value measured in the EU type training courses and are supplied with
approval procedure is specified at Model the necessary technical information.
www.stihl.com/co2.
When repairing the machine, only use
The measured CO2value was Serial number replacement parts which have been
determined on a representative engine approved by STIHL for this power tool or
in accordance with a standardized test are technically identical. Only use high-
procedure under laboratory conditions Guide bar part number quality replacement parts in order to
and does not represent either an explicit avoid the risk of accidents and damage
or implied guarantee of the performance to the machine.
of a specific engine. Chain part number STIHL recommends the use of original
The applicable exhaust emission STIHL replacement parts.
requirements are fulfilled by the
intended usage and maintenance Original STIHL parts can be identified by
the STIHL part number, the {
described in this instruction manual. The
logo and the STIHL parts symbol K
type approval expires if the engine is
modified in any way. (the symbol may appear alone on small
parts).
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DPLF
Disposal EC Declaration of Conformity Deutsche Prüf- und Zertifizierungsstelle
für Land- und Forsttechnik (NB 0363)
Observe all country-specific waste ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Spremberger Straße 1
disposal rules and regulations. Badstr. 115 D-64823 Groß-Umstadt
D-71336 Waiblingen Certification No.
Germany K-EG-2012/6332
declare in exclusive responsibility that Technical documents deposited at:
the product
ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG
Category: Chain saw Produktzulassung (Product Licensing)
000BA073 KN
Make: STIHL The year of manufacture and serial
Model: MS 661 C-M number are applied to the product.
Serial identification: 1144 Done at Waiblingen, 28.10.2016
STIHL products must not be thrown in
the garbage can. Take the product, Displacement: 91.1 cc ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG
accessories and packaging to an conforms to the relevant provisions of
approved disposal site for environment- Directives 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU and
friendly recycling. 2000/14/EC and has been developed
and manufactured in compliance with
Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for
the following standards in the versions
the latest information on waste disposal.
valid on the date of production:
EN ISO 11681-1, EN 55012, Thomas Elsner
EN 61000-6-1
Director Product Management and
The measured and guaranteed sound Services
power levels were determined according
to Directive 2000/14/EC, Annex V, using
the ISO 9207 standard.
Measured sound power level
118 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level
120 dB(A)
The EC type examination was carried
out by
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STIHL MS 661 C-M Instruction Manual

Guide to Using this Manual 2 Specifications 44 Dear Customer,

Working Techniques 9 Disposal 46 It has been built using modern

Chain Lubricant 23 concerning this product.

Starting / Stopping the Engine 27 Dr. Nikolas Stihl

Checking and Replacing the Chain

Maintaining and Sharpening the

Maintenance and Care 41

Intake air baffle: winter Engineering improvements

Tank for chain oil; chain

Engage and release

Direction of chain travel NOTICE

Tension saw chain

Do not lend or rent your chain saw Clothing and Equipment

Kickback occurs if, for example, – Be especially careful with small,

Reducing the risk of kickback

When the chain on the top of the bar – Cutting

– When working in windbreaks

Maintain a distance of at least 2 1/2 tree

1 Select gap in stand into which you want

the tree to fall.

Preparing work area at base of tree Felling Notch

Basic Information on Felling Cut

N Position the saw in the horizontal

The felling notch (C) determines the

never steel. Steel wedges can seriously guide bar.

N Plunge the guide bar into the trunk

N Insert a felling wedge (6). N Enlarge the felling cut (E) in

1. N Engage the spiked bumper behind

– Do not cut into the hinge.

Chain Scabbard Fitting Chain Scabbard Extension

A cutting attachment consists of the saw

Releasing the chain brake

Tensioning the Chain Checking Chain Tension Fuel

Your engine requires a mixture of

1 For health reasons, avoid direct skin

Gasoline with an ethanol content of Storing Fuel

N While holding the cap depressed, Bottom of cap is twisted in relation to

N Remove the cap from the fuel tank

N Remove the cap.

Filling up with fuel

Take care not to spill fuel while fueling

Chain Lubricant Filling Chain Oil Tank

For automatic and reliable lubrication of

N Always position the machine so that

WARNING N Open the filler cap

Oil pump setting for increased oil

Locking the chain

All oil pump settings

N Close filler cap

Check operation of the chain brake

Before starting work: Run engine at idle

wear. It is necessary to have it serviced

At temperatures below -10 °C Mounting the cover plate (special

Switching on the handle heating system

Setting the Master Control Lever On the ground

check that the chain is not touching

Between knees or thighs Cranking Starting the Saw