STIHL MS 460 Instruction Manual

English

Contents

Guide to Using this Manual 2 Main Parts 46 Dear Customer,

Safety Precautions 3 Specifications 47 Thank you for choosing a quality
Reactive Forces 8 Ordering Spare Parts 48 engineered STIHL product.
Original Instruction Manual

Working Techniques 9 Maintenance and Repairs 48 It has been built using modern
Cutting Attachment 18 Disposal 49 production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Mounting the Bar and Chain 19 EC Declaration of Conformity 49
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 25 concerning this product.

Filling Chain Oil Tank 25 Your
Checking Chain Lubrication 26
Chain Brake 26
Winter Operation 27
Information Before You Start 28
Printed on chlorine-free paper

Starting / Stopping the Engine 29 Dr. Nikolas Stihl

Operating Instructions 31
Oil Quantity Control 32
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 33
Air Filter System 34
Remove Air Filter 34
Cleaning the Air Filter 35
Adjusting the Carburetor 35
Spark Plug 36
Storing the Machine 37
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2019

Checking and Replacing the Chain

Sprocket 38
Maintaining and Sharpening the
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Saw Chain 39
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Maintenance and Care 43

Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 45

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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 ignition lead (insulation in good servicing dealer – do not use the
condition, secure connection). machine until the malfunction has been
remedied, see "Chain brake".
Always switch off the engine before any Check that the muffler is in perfect
repair, cleaning or maintenance work working condition.
and any work on the chain. Risk of injury Do not use the machine if the muffler is
if the engine starts inadvertently! damaged or missing – risk of fire,
Exception: adjustment of carburettor damage to hearing!
and idle speed. 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

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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

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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.
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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:

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– 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.

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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

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1 1/ 2 1
21/2

Maintain a distance of at least 2 1/2 tree

lengths from the next felling site.
2 Determining 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°

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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

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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 Ø
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 tree diameter risk of kickback. Start cutting at full
higher than bottom of felling throttle until depth of kerf is twice the Choosing right felling cut
notch (C). width of the guide bar.
The holding strap (F) or stabilizing 2nd 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

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– 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.
N Enlarge felling cut as far as
– Do not cut into the hinge.
hinge (2).
N Enlarge felling cut as far as
– Do not cut into the hinge.
stabilizing strap (2).
N Enlarge felling cut as far as
– Do not cut into the stabilizing strap.
stabilizing strap (3).
– 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.
stabilizing strap (5).
– Do not cut into the stabilizing strap.

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 With outstretched arms, cut through
of the trunk. the holding strap at a downward
angle from outside.
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

– Do not cut into the hinge.

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.
N Enlarge felling cut as far as
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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Disengaging the chain brake.

Mounting the Bar and Chain

3 1 1
Removing the chain sprocket cover
2 4

001BA187 KN
001BA186 KN
N Fit the guide bar over the studs (1) –
the cutting edges on the top of the
bar must point to the right.
Pull the hand guarad towards the

143BA034 KN
N
front handle until there is an audible N Engage the peg of the tensioner
click – the chain brake is slide in the locating hole (2) –- place
disengaged. the chain over sprocket (3) at the
N Unscrew the nuts and take off the same time.
chain sprocket cover. Fitting the chain N Turn the tensioning
screw (4)clockwise until there is
very little chain sag on the
1 underside of the bar – and the drive
link tangs are engaged in the bar
groove.
2 N Refit the sprocket cover and screw
001BA185 KN

on the nuts only fingertight.

143BA003 KN
N Go to chapter on "Tensioning the
Saw Chain"
N Turn the screw (1)
counterclockwise until the tensioner
slide (2) butts against the left end of WARNING
the housing slot.
Wear work gloves to protect your hands
from the sharp cutters.
N Fit the chain – start at the bar nose.

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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 Different markings on filler caps
Examples requirements.
Gasoline STIHL engine oil 50:1 Filler caps and fuel tanks can be marked
differently.
Liters Liters (ml)
1 0.02 (20) Depending on the version, filler cap and
fuel tank may be available with or
5 0.10 (100)
without markings.
10 0.20 (200)
15 0.30 (300)
20 0.40 (400)
25 0.50 (500)
N Use a canister approved for storing
fuel. Pour oil into canister first, then
add gasoline and mix thoroughly.

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001BA221 KN
001BA240 KN

001BA224 KN
left: Filler cap - without markings N Remove the filler cap N Hold the filler cap down and turn it
right: Filler cap - with markings on clockwise until it engages
Filling with fuel
cap and fuel tank
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling
Filler cap without marking and do not overfill the tank.
STIHL recommends using the STIHL
filling system for fuel (special
To open: accessory).

001BA222 KN
N Fill with fuel

Closing
N Fold down the bracket as far as it
will go

Checking the lock

001BA218 KN

001BA220 KN
N Open bracket until it is vertical

001BA223 KN
Bracket is in an upright position:
N Position filler cap – position
markings on the filler cap and the
filler port must be aligned with each
001BA219 KN

– The lug on the bracket must engage

other. entirely in the recess (arrow)
N Push the filler cap down as far as it
N Turn the filler cap counterclockwise will go
(approx. 1/4 turn)

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001BA232 KN
001BA226 KN
001BA225 KN
N Grip the filler cap – if the filler cap N Fit filler cap and turn it N Turn filler cap (approx. 1/4 turn)
cannot be moved or removed, then counterclockwise until it engages in
it is closed properly the seat of the filling port

If the filler cap can be moved or removed N Continue to turn the filler cap
counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn)
The base of the filler cap is twisted in – this will twist the base of the cap
relation to the upper part. into the correct position

001BA234 KN
N Turn the filler cap clockwise and
close it – see the section "Closing"
and "Checking the lock"
Markings on filler cap and fuel tank must
Filler cap with marking align
001BA227 KN

To open:

left: Base of filler cap twisted

right: Base of filler cap correctly

001BA237 KN
positioned
001BA236 KN

N Remove the filler cap

Filling with fuel

N Open bracket Take care not to spill fuel while fueling
and do not overfill the tank.
STIHL recommends using the STIHL
filling system for fuel (special
accessory).
N Fill with fuel

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Closing

001BA238 KN
001BA235 KN
001BA234 KN
N Close bracket lock left: Base of filler cap is twisted –
Bracket is in an upright position: interior marking (1) is aligned
with the exterior marking
N Position filler cap – markings on filler right: Base of filler cap is in the cor-
cap and fuel tank must align rect position – interior
N Push the filler cap down as far as it marking is below the bracket.
will go It does not align with the

001BA241 KN
exterior marking

Filler cap is locked

If the filler cap will not lock onto the fuel

001BA233 KN

tank

001BA239 KN
The base of the filler cap is twisted in
relation to the upper part.
N Hold the filler cap down and turn it
N Remove the filler cap from the fuel Fit filler cap and turn it
clockwise until it engages N
tank and look at it from above counterclockwise until it engages in
the seat of the filling port
N Continue to turn the filler cap
counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn)
– this will twist the base of the cap
into the correct position
001BA231 KN

N Turn the filler cap clockwise and

close it – see section "Closing"

Then the markings on filler cap and fuel

tank will align

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All versions
Chain Lubricant Filling Chain Oil Tank
Take care not to spill chain oil while
refilling and do not overfill the tank.
For automatic and reliable lubrication of
the chain and guide bar – use only an STIHL recommends use of the STIHL
environmentally compatible quality filling system for chain oil (available
chain and bar lubricant. Rapidly option).
biodegradable STIHL BioPlus is N Close the filler cap
Preparing the machine
recommended.
There must still be a small amount of oil
in the oil tank when the fuel tank is
NOTICE empty.
Biological chain oil must be resistant to If the oil tank is still partly full, the reason
aging (e.g. STIHL BioPlus), since it will may be a problem in the oil supply
otherwise quickly turn to resin. This system: Check chain lubrication, clean
results in hard deposits that are difficult the oil passages, contact a servicing

001BA158 KN
to remove, especially in the area of the dealer if necessary. STIHL recommends
chain drive and chain. It may even cause that maintenance and repair work be
the oil pump to seize. carried out only by authorized STIHL
dealers.
The service life of the chain and guide N Thoroughly clean the oil filler cap
bar depends on the quality of the and the area around it to ensure that
lubricant. It is therefore essential to use no dirt falls into the oil tank.
only a specially formulated chain
N Always position the machine so that
lubricant.
the filler cap is facing upwards.

WARNING N Open the filler cap.

Do not use waste oil. Renewed contact Filling the chain oil tank
with waste oil can cause skin cancer.
Moreover, waste oil is environmentally
harmful. Standard oil pump
N Fill the chain oil tank each time the
NOTICE fuel tank has been filled
Waste oil does not have the necessary
lubricating properties and is unsuitable Oil pump with increased delivery rate
for chain lubrication. (available option)
It is necessary to check and refill the oil
tank frequently – see "Adjusting the oil
quantity".
N Refill the oil tank when the fuel tank
is approximately half empty

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Releasing the chain brake

Checking Chain Lubrication Chain Brake

Locking the chain

143BA012 KN
143BA024 KN

N Pull the hand guard back toward the

The saw chain must always throw off a front handle,
small amount of oil.

NOTICE

143BA011 KN
NOTICE
Always disengage chain brake before
Never operate your saw without chain accelerating the engine (except when
lubrication. If the chain runs dry, the checking its operation) and before
whole cutting attachment will be – in an emergency starting cutting work.
irretrievably damaged within a very short
– when starting High revs with the chain brake engaged
time. Always check chain lubrication and
the oil level in the tank before starting – at idling speed (chain locked) will quickly damage the
work. powerhead and chain drive (clutch,
The chain brake is activated by pushing chain brake).
Every new chain has to be broken in for the hand guard toward the bar nose with
about 2 to 3 minutes. your left hand – or by inertia in certain The chain brake is also activated by the
kickback situations: The chain is inertia of the front hand guard if the
After breaking in the chain, check chain kickback force of the saw is high
stopped and locked.
tension and adjust if necessary – see enough: The hand guard is accelerated
"Checking Chain Tension". toward the bar nose – even if your left
hand is not behind the hand guard, e.g.
during felling cut.

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The chain brake will operate only if the At temperatures below -10 °C
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

145BA041 KN
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 Under extreme winter conditions
and move freely. (temperatures below -10 °C, powdered
1 or drifting snow), it is recommended to
Chain brake maintenance mount the cover plate (special
accessory) on the fan housing.

145BA040 KN
The chain brake is subject to normal 2 The partial covering of the slits in the fan
wear. It is necessary to have it serviced housing keeps out powdered or drifting
and maintained regularly by trained snow.
personnel. STIHL recommends that you
N Remove the carburetor box cover In case of erratic idling behavior or poor
have servicing and repair work carried
out exclusively by an authorized STIHL N in the carburetor box cover, move acceleration
servicing dealer. Maintain the following the slide (1) from summer position N Turn the low speed screw (L)
servicing intervals: to winter position (2) 1/4 turn counterclockwise
Full-time usage: every 3 Heated air is now drawn in from around Whenever the low speed screw (L) has
months the cylinder and mixed with cold air – this been adjusted, it is usually also
helps prevent carburetor icing. necessary to adjust the idle speed
Part-time usage: every 6
months N At temperatures above +20 °C: screw (LA), see "Setting the carburetor".
Occasional usage: every 12 always return the slide to the All other work should be carried out by a
months summer position – servicing dealer
When the cover plate is mounted, the
NOTICE slide must be in winter position in the
otherwise risk of engine malfunction due carburetor box cover.
to overheating!

Air filter system

N Retrofit new air filter if necessary –

see "Air filter system"

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N if the chain saw is extremely cold To set the Master Control lever to warm
(frost formation) – after starting, Information Before You Start start n, first set it to cold start l, then
bring the engine up to operating push the Master Control lever into the
temperature at increased idle speed warm start n position.
(disengage chain brake!) The four positions of the Master Control
Changing to warm start n is only
lever
N if engine trouble occurs, first check possible from the cold start l position.
whether use of intake air pre-
When the throttle trigger is squeezed,
heating is necessary
the Master Control lever returns from
warm start n to the operating
position F.
STOP
To switch off the engine, set the Master
Control lever to Stop 0.

001BA140 KN
Stop 0 – engine off – ignition is switched
off
Operating position F – engine is running
or can start
Warm start n – this position is for
starting the warm engine
Cold start l – this position is for starting
the cold engine

Adjust Master Control lever

The throttle trigger lockout and throttle

trigger must be pressed simultaneously
to adjust the Master Control lever from
the operating position F to cold start l.

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Starting / Stopping the

Engine STOP

145BA007 K
3

143BA018 KN
133BA001 K

N Push the hand guard (1) forward: N Place your saw on the ground.
The chain is now locked. Make sure you have a firm footing –
check that the chain is not touching
N Press down the trigger lockout (2)
any object or the ground.
N Press in the button to open the and pull the throttle trigger (3) at the
decompression valve. same time. Hold both levers in that
position and set the Master Control WARNING
The decompression valve closes as
lever to: Bystanders must be well clear of the
soon as the engine fires.
l if the engine is cold general work area of the saw.
N For this reason you must press in
the button before each starting n If the engine is warm, i.e. if it has N Hold the saw firmly on the ground
attempt. been running for about one minute with your left hand on the front
handle – your thumb should be
N Observe safety precautions.
under the handle.
N Put your right foot into the rear
handle and press down.

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When engine begins to fire

STOP

4
143BA019 KN

143BA020 KN

145BA008 KN
5
Alternative method of starting: N Pull the starter grip slowly with your
right hand until you feel it engage –
N Hold the rear handle tightly between N Press in the decompression valve
and then give it a brisk strong pull
your legs, just above the knees. button again.
and push down the front handle at
N Hold the front handle firmly with the same time. Do not pull out the N Move the Master Control lever (4)
your left hand – your thumb should starter rope to full length – it might to n and continue cranking. As
be under the handle. otherwise break. Do not let the soon as the engine runs,
starter grip snap back. Guide it immediately blip the throttle
slowly back into the housing so that trigger (5), the Master Control
the starter rope can rewind properly. lever (4) moves the the normal run
position F (6) and the engine settles
If the engine is new, pull the starter rope
down to idling speed.
several times to prime the fuel system.

NOTICE
As the chain brake is still engaged, the
engine must be returned to idling speed
immediately – or the engine housing and
chain brake might otherwise be
damaged.

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Stopping the Engine

Operating Instructions
N Move the Master Control lever to the
stop position (0). During the break-in period

If the engine does not start

A factory new machine should not be run
at high revs (full throttle off load) for the
If you did not move the choke lever first three tank fillings. This avoids
quickly enough to n (warm start) after unnecessarily high loads during the
the engine began to fire, the engine is break-in period. As all moving parts
flooded. have to bed in during the break-in
N Move the Master Control lever to the period, the frictional resistances in the
stop position (0). shortblock are greater during this period.
The engine develops its maximum
N Remove the spark plug – see power after about 5 to 15 tank fillings.
143BA012 KN

"Spark Plug".
N Dry the spark plug. During work

N Pull the hand guard back towards N Crank the engine several times with
the front handle. U. The chain the starter to clear the combustion
brake is now disengaged – your saw chamber. NOTICE
is ready for operation. N Install the spark plug – see "Spark Do not make the mixture leaner to
Plug". achieve an apparent increase in power –
NOTICE N Reassemble all parts. this could damage the engine – see
"Adjusting the Carburetor".
Always disengage chain brake before N Set the choke lever to n – even if
accelerating the engine. High revs with the engine is cold.
the chain brake engaged (chain locked) NOTICE
N Now start the engine.
will quickly damage the powerhead and Open the throttle only when the chain
chain drive (clutch, chain brake). brake is off. Running the engine at high
If fuel tank has been run until empty and
N Always check operation of chain then refueled: revs with the chain brake engaged
lubrication before starting work. (chain locked) will quickly damage the
shortblock and chain drive (clutch, chain
At very low outside temperatures N Start as described for warm engine brake).
(warm start n)
Check chain tension frequently
N Allow engine to warm up at part If fuel tank has been run completely dry A new saw chain must be retensioned
throttle. (engine stops) and then refueled more frequently than one that has been
N Change over to winter operation if in use already for an extended period.
necessary – see “Winter Operation”. N Start as described for a cold engine
(cold start l)

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Chain cold
NOTICE
Oil Quantity Control
Tension is correct when the chain fits
snugly against the underside of the bar Always slacken off the chain again after
but can still be pulled along the bar by finishing work. The chain contracts as it
hand. Retension if necessary – see cools down. If it is not slackened off, it
"Tensioning the Saw Chain". can damage the crankshaft and
bearings.
Chain at operating temperature Varying cutting lengths, types of wood
Short-term storage and working techniques require varying
The chain stretches and begins to sag.
quantities of oil.
The drive links must not come out of the Wait for engine to cool down. Keep the
bar groove on the underside of the bar – machine with a full tank of fuel in a dry
the chain may otherwise jump off the place, well away from sources of Standard oil pump
bar. Retension the chain – see ignition, until you need it again.
"Tensioning the Saw Chain".
Long-term storage
NOTICE See "Storing the machine"
The chain contracts as it cools down. If it
is not slackened off, it can damage the

001BA157 KN
crankshaft and bearings. 1
After a long period of full-throttle
operation
The oil delivery rate can be adjusted as
After a long period of full-throttle needed using the adjusting screw (1)
operation, allow engine to run for a while (on the bottom of the machine).
at idle speed so that the heat in the
engine can be dissipated by flow of Ematic setting (E), moderate oil delivery
cooling air. This protects engine- rate –
mounted components (ignition, N Turn adjusting screw to "E" (Ematic
carburetor) from thermal overload. setting)

After finishing work Increase oil delivery rate –

N Turn the adjusting screw clockwise
N Slacken off the chain if you have Reduce oil delivery rate –
retensioned it at operating
N Turn the adjusting screw
temperature during work.
counterclockwise

NOTICE
The saw chain must always be coated
with chain oil.

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Oil pump with increased delivery rate Picco 3/8“ P 5.0 mm

(available option) Taking Care of the Guide Bar
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
bottoms of the cutters and the tie straps
will not lie against the bar.

The oil pump with increased delivery

rate can be identified by the groove (2)
in the adjusting screw.
With this oil pump, in setting range a, the
oil tank can run empty before the fuel
tank, thus causing the saw chain to run

143BA026 KN
dry. 1 3
N in setting range a, fill the fuel tank
only half full or refill the oil tank
when the fuel tank is approximately N Flip the bar – after each sharpening
half empty and each time the chain is changed
– to avoid uneven wear, especially
at the sprocket nose and on the
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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Fouled air filters will impair engine

Air Filter System performance, increase fuel consumption Remove Air Filter
and make the machine more difficult to
The air filter system can be adapted to start.
different operating conditions by the
insertion of different air filters.
Retrofitting is simple.

145BA027 K
N Turn the knob above the rear handle
001BA210 KN in the direction of the arrow and
remove the carburetor box cover

N HD2-Filter (black filter frame. folded

filter fabric) Universal filter for
almost all conditions of use (from
very dusty to wintry conditions etc.)

145BA028 K
N Remove filter
001BA212 KN

N Wire mesh filter (green filter

housing) Use in extra-ordinary
conditions e.g. extremely wintry
conditions of use - such as powder
snow or drift snow. Rather
unsuitable in very dusty conditions.
When dry, STIHL filters attain a long
service life.
N Always use STIHL filters dry

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Carburetors with H = 1 and L = 1

Cleaning the Air Filter Adjusting the Carburetor

If there is a noticeable loss of engine

General Information
power:
H L
N Wash the filter in STIHL special-
purpose cleaner (special The carburetor comes from the factory

176BA008 KN
accessory) or a clean, non- with a standard setting.
flammable cleaning liquid (e.g., This setting provides an optimum fuel-air
warm soapy water) – rinse the filter mixture under most operating
from inside to out under a water jet conditions. N Carefully screw both adjusting
– do not use high-pressure cleaners screws down onto their seats
Changing the setting of the high speed
Dry all filter parts – do not expose to (clockwise).
N screw alters the engine's power output
extreme heat and the maximum off-load engine N Turn the high speed screw (H) one
N Do not oil the filter speed. full turn counterclockwise.

N Reinstall filter N Turn the low speed screw (L) one

Standard Setting full turn counterclockwise.

N Stopping the Engine Carburetors with H = 3/4 and L = 1/4

N Check the air filter and clean or

replace if necessary.
Check the spark arresting screen
H
N L
(not in all models, country-specific) H L
in the muffler and clean or replace if

137BA023 KN
necessary.

N Turn high speed screw (H)

counterclockwise as far as stop (no
more than 3/4 turn).
N Turn the low speed screw (L)
carefully clockwise as far as stop,
then turn it back 1/4 turn.

Adjusting Idle Speed

N Carry out the standard setting.

N Start and warm up the engine.

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Fine Tuning for Operation at High

Altitude Spark Plug

A slight correction of the setting may be N If the engine is down on power,

L
necessary if engine does not run difficult to start or runs poorly at idle
satisfactorily: speed, first check the spark plug.

137BA024 KN
LA
N Carry out the standard setting. N Fit a new spark plug after about 100
operating hours – or sooner if the
N Warm up the engine. electrodes are badly eroded. Install
Engine stops while idling N Turn the high speed screw (H) only suppressed spark plugs of the
slightly clockwise (leaner). On type approved by STIHL – see
N Turn the idle speed screw (LA)
carburetors with H = 3/4, turn no "Specifications".
clockwise until the chain begins to
run – then back it off 1/4 turn. further than stop.
Removing the Spark Plug
Saw chain runs while engine is idling NOTICE
N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) N Move the Master Control lever to the
After returning from high altitude, reset
counterclockwise until the chain stop position (0).
the carburetor to the standard setting.
stops moving – then turn it another
1/4 turn in the same direction. If the setting is too lean there is a risk of
engine damage due to insufficient
lubrication and overheating.
WARNING
If the chain continues moving when the
engine is idling, have your saw checked

145BA027 K
and repaired by your servicing dealer.

Erratic idling behavior, poor acceleration

(even though standard setting of low N Open the twist lock above the rear
speed screw is correct) handle in the direction of the arrow
and remove the carburetor box
Idle setting is too lean
cover.
N Turn the low speed screw (L)
counterclockwise, no further than
stop, until the engine runs and
accelerates smoothly.
It is usually necessary to change the
setting of the idle speed screw (LA) after
every correction to the low speed
screw (L).

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Storing the Machine

1 1
For periods of 3 months or longer
2 N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a

145BA039 KN

000BA045 KN
well ventilated area.
N Dispose of fuel properly in
accordance with local
N Take out the air baffle (1) upwards. environmental requirements.
WARNING Run the engine until the carburetor
N Remove the spark plug boot (2). N
Arcing may occur if the adapter nut (1) is is dry – this helps prevent the
N Unscrew the spark plug. loose or missing. Working in an easily carburetor diaphragms sticking
combustible or explosive atmosphere together.
Checking the Spark Plug may cause a fire or an explosion. This N Remove the saw chain and guide
can result result in serious injuries or bar, clean them and spray with
damage to property. corrosion inhibiting oil.
N Use resistor type spark plugs with a N Thoroughly clean the machine – pay
properly tightened adapter nut. special attention to the cylinder fins
and air filter.
Installing the Spark Plug
If you use a biological chain and bar
000BA039 KN

N
lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus,
A N Fit the spark plug and screw it home completely fill the chain oil tank.
by hand.
N Store the machine in a dry, high or
N Clean dirty spark plug. N Tighten down the spark plug with locked location, out of the reach of
the combination wrench. children and other unauthorized
N Check electrode gap (A) and
Press the boot firmly onto the spark persons.
readjust if necessary – see N
"Specifications". plug.
N Rectify the problems which have N Fit the carburetor box cover.
caused fouling of the spark plug.
Possible causes are:
– Too much oil in fuel mix.
– Dirty air filter.
– Unfavorable running conditions.

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N After refitting, turn the clutch drum

Checking and Replacing the and/or spur chain sprocket approx.
5
Chain Sprocket 1 full turn so that the carrier for the
oil pump drive engages – with
N Remove chain sprocket cover, saw
QuickStop Super chain brake, press
chain and guide bar. 6
2 throttle trigger lockout beforehand
N Release chain brake – pull hand 1 N Refit the rim sprocket – cavities
guard against the front handle
toward the outside
Fit new chain sprocket 4 N Refit washer and E-clip on the
crankshaft
3
6
2
1

001BA122 KN
001BA121 KN

N Use a screwdriver to remove the E-

clip (1)
– after use of two saw chains or
earlier N Remove the washer (2)
– if the wear marks (arrows) are N Remove rim sprocket (3)
deeper than 0.5 mm – otherwise the N Inspect transport profile on the
service life of the saw chain is clutch drum (4) – if there are also
reduced – use check gauge (special heavy signs of wear, also replace
accessory) to test the clutch drum
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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Chain pitch Sharpening and side plate angles

Maintaining and Sharpening
the Saw Chain
Sawing effortlessly with a properly A
sharpened saw chain
a
A properly sharpened saw chain cuts

689BA027 KN

689BA021 KN
through wood effortlessly even with very
little pushing.
B
Never use a dull or damaged saw chain
– this leads to increased physical strain, The chain pitch marking (a) is embossed A Sharpening angle
increased vibration load, unsatisfactory in the area of the depth gauge of each
STIHL saw chains are sharpened with a
cutting results and increased wear. cutter.
30° sharpening angle. Ripping chains,
N Clean the saw chain Marking (a) Chain pitch which are sharpened with a 10°
sharpening angle, are exceptions.
N Check the saw chain for cracks and Inches mm
Ripping chains have an X in the
damaged rivets 7 1/4 P 6.35 designation.
N Replace damaged or worn chain 1 or 1/4 1/4 6.35
B Side plate angle
components and adapt these parts 6, P or PM 3/8 P 9.32
to the remaining parts in terms of The correct side plate angle results
2 or 325 0.325 8.25
shape and level of wear – rework automatically when the specified file
accordingly 3 or 3/8 3/8 9.32 holder and file diameter are used.
4 or 404 0.404 10.26
Carbide-tipped (Duro) saw chains are Tooth shapes Angle (°)
especially wear-resistant. For an optimal The diameter of file to be used depends
on the chain pitch – see table A B
sharpening result, STIHL recommends
STIHL servicing dealers. "Sharpening tools". Micro = semi-chisel tooth, 30 75
e. g., 63 PM3, 26 RM3,
The angles of the cutter must be 36 RM
WARNING maintained during resharpening.
Super = full chisel tooth, 30 60
Compliance with the angles and e. g., 63 PS3, 26 RS,
dimensions listed below is absolutely 36 RS3
necessary. An improperly sharpened Ripping chain, e. g., 10 75
saw chain – especially depth gauges 63 PMX, 36 RMX
that are too low – can lead to increased
kickback tendency of the chain saw – The angles must be identical for all
risk of injury! cutters in the saw chain. Varying angles:
Rough, uneven running of the saw
chain, increased wear – even to the
point of saw chain breakage.

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File holder Proper sharpening markings on the file holder – rest the
file holder on the tooth head and the
depth gauge
N Select sharpening tools in
accordance with chain pitch N File only from the inside outward
N Clamp guide bar if necessary N The file only sharpens on the
forward stroke – lift the file on the
N Block saw chain – push the hand backstroke
guard forward

689BA025 KN
N Do not file tie straps and drive links
N To advance the saw chain, pull the
hand guard toward the handlebar: N Rotate the file a little periodically in
The chain brake is disengaged. order to avoid uneven wear
N Use a file holder With the Quickstop Super chain N To remove file burr, use a piece of
brake system, additionally press the hardwood
Always use a file holder (special throttle trigger lockout
accessory, see table "Sharpening tools") N Check angle with file gauge
when sharpening saw chains by hand. N Sharpen frequently, removing little
File holders have markings for the material – two or three strokes of the All cutters must be equally long.
sharpening angle. file are usually sufficient for simple With varying cutter lengths, the cutter
resharpening heights also vary and cause rough
Use only special saw chain files! Other
files are unsuitable in terms of shape running of the saw chain and chain
and type of cutting. breakage.
N All cutters must be filed down equal
To check the angles to the length of the shortest cutter –
ideally, one should have this done
90° by a servicing dealer using an

689BA018 KN
electric sharpener

Depth gauge setting

001BA203 KN

a
689BA043 KN

STIHL filing gauge (special accessory,

see table "Sharpening tools") – a

689BA023 KN
universal tool for checking sharpening
and side plate angles, depth gauge
setting, and tooth length, as well as N Guide the file: horizontally (at a right
cleaning grooves and oil inlet holes. angle to the side surface of the
The depth gauge determines the depth
guide bar) in accordance with the
to which the cutter penetrates the wood
specified angle – according to the
and thus the chip thickness.

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a Required distance between depth Saw chains with humped drive link (2) –
gauge and cutting edge upper part of the humped drive link (2) WARNING
(with service mark) is lowered at the Depth gauges that are too low increase
When cutting softwood outside of the
same time as the depth gauge of the the kickback tendency of the chain saw.
frost season, the distance can be
cutter.
increased by up to 0.2 mm (0.008").

Chain pitch Depth gauge WARNING

Distance (a) The rest of the humped drive link must
Inches (mm) mm (Inches) not be filed; otherwise, this could
1/4 P (6.35) 0.45 (0.018) increase the tendency of the chain saw

689BA052 KN
1/4 (6.35) 0.65 (0.026) to kick back.
3/8 P (9.32) 0.65 (0.026)
0.325 (8.25) 0.65 (0.026)
N Lay the file gauge on the saw chain
3/8 (9.32) 0.65 (0.026)
– the highest point of the depth
0.404 (10.26) 0.80 (0.031) gauge must be flush with the file
gauge

689BA051 KN
Lowering the depth gauges
N After sharpening, clean the saw
chain thoroughly, removing any
The depth gauge setting is lowered filings or grinding dust – lubricate
when the cutter is sharpened. N Rework the depth gauge so that it is the saw chain thoroughly
Check the depth gauge setting after flush with the file gauge
N N In the event of extended periods of
each sharpening disuse, store saw chains in cleaned
and oiled condition

2 689BA044 KN
1
689BA061 KN

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
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
depth gauge must be reworked

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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 maintenance intervals apply to normal usage and operating conditions. If your daily

after finishing work or daily

working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work area, resin-rich wood, trop-

after each refueling stop

ical wood, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. If you only use your power tool
occasionally, extend the intervals accordingly.

before starting work

every 12 months

as required
if damaged
if problem
monthly
weekly
Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X X
Complete machine
Clean X

Throttle trigger, trigger lockout, choke lever, stop

switch, Master Control lever (depending on Check operation X X
version)

Check operation X X
Chain brake
1)
Have checked by servicing dealer X

Check X
Manual fuel pump (if fitted)
Have repaired by servicing dealer1) X

Check X

Pickup body/filter in fuel tank Clean, replace filter element X X

Replace X X X

Fuel tank Clean X

Chain oil tank Clean X

Chain lubrication Check X

Inspect, also check sharpness X X

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

Clean X X
Air filter
Replace X

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The following maintenance intervals apply to normal usage and operating conditions. If your daily

after finishing work or daily

working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work area, resin-rich wood, trop-

after each refueling stop

ical wood, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. If you only use your power tool
occasionally, extend the intervals accordingly.

before starting work

every 12 months

as required
if damaged
if problem
monthly
weekly
Check X X
Antivibration elements
Have replaced by servicing dealer1) X

Air inlet on fan housing Clean X X X

Cylinder fins Clean X X X

Check idle adjustment – chain must not rotate X X
Carburetor Adjust idle speed; if necessary, have saw ser-
X
viced or repaired by dealer1)

Readjust electrode gap X

Spark plug
Replace after every 100 hours of operation

All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting

Retighten2) X
screws)

Check X
Chain catcher
Replace X

Decoke after first 139 hours of operation, then

Exhaust port X
every 150 hours of operation
Safety labels Replace X

1)
STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer
2)
Firmly tighten down the cylinder base screws of professional saws (3.4 kW or more) after 10 to 20 hours of operation.

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servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are

Minimize Wear and Avoid regularly given the opportunity to attend
Damage training courses and are supplied with
the necessary technical information.
Observing the instructions in this manual
helps reduce the risk of unnecessary If these maintenance operations are not
wear and damage to the power tool. carried out as specified, the user
assumes responsibility for any damage
The power tool must be operated,
that may occur. Among other parts, this
maintained and stored with the due care
includes:
and attention described in this owner's
manual. – Damage to the engine due to
neglect or deficient maintenance
The user is responsible for all damage
(e.g. air and fuel filters), incorrect
caused by non-observance of the safety
carburetor adjustment or
precautions, operating and maintenance
inadequate cleaning of cooling air
instructions in this manual. This includes
inlets (intake ports, cylinder fins).
in particular:
– Corrosion and other consequential
– Alterations or modifications to the
damage resulting from improper
product not approved by STIHL.
storage.
– Using tools or accessories which
– Damage to the machine resulting
are neither approved or suitable for
from the use of poor quality
the product or are of a poor quality.
replacement parts.
– Using the product for purposes for
which it was not designed. Parts Subject to Wear and Tear
– Using the product for sports or
competitive events. Some parts of the power tool are subject
– Consequential damage caused by to normal wear and tear even during
continuing to use the product with regular operation in accordance with
defective components. instructions and, depending on the type
and duration of use, have to be replaced
Maintenance Work in good time. Among other parts, this
includes:

All the operations described in the – Saw chain, guide bar

"Maintenance Chart" must be performed – Drive components (clutch, clutch
on a regular basis. If these maintenance drum, chain sprocket)
operations cannot be performed by the
– Filters (air, oil, fuel)
owner, they should be performed by a
servicing dealer. – Starter mechanism
STIHL recommends that you have – Spark plug
servicing and repair work carried out
– Components of antivibration system
exclusively by an authorized STIHL

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Main Parts

1 Carburetor box cover lock

2 Spark plug boot
3 Handle heating switch
4 Chain sprocket cover
5 Chain sprocket
2 6 Chain brake
1 7 Chain catcher
8 Chain tensioner
# 9 Bumper spike
6 9 10 Guide bar
3 11 Oilmatic saw chain
5 8 10 12 Oil filler cap
13 Muffler
4 14 Front hand guard
11 15 Front handle (handlebar)
7 16 Decompression valve
17 Starter grip
18 Fuel filler cap
15 19 Master Control lever
14 20 Throttle trigger
21 Throttle trigger interlock
16
22 Rear handle
17 23 Rear hand guard
# Serial number

13 21
19
22
20
12 18 23
175BA016 KN

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Weight For further details on compliance with

Specifications Vibration Directive 2002/44/EC see
[Link]/vib/
dry, without bar and chain
Engine MS 460: 6.6 kg Sound pressure level Lpeq to ISO 7182
MS 460 with handle heating: 6.7 kg 101 dB(A)
STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine MS 460 with handle and carbu-
retor heating: 6.8 kg Sound power level Lpeq to ISO 9207
Displacement: 76.5 cc
MS 460 Rescue saw: 7.0 kg
Bore: 52 mm 113 dB(A)
Stroke: 36 mm Cutting Attachment Vibration measurement ahv,eq to
Engine power to 4.4 kW (6 bhp) at ISO 7505
ISO 7293: 9,500 rpm
Actual cutting length may be less than
Idle speed: 2,500 rpm Handle, Handle,
the specified length
left right
Max. permissible
speed (with cutting Rollomatic guide bars MS 460 4.2 m/s2 6.0 m/s2
attachment): 13,500 rpm MS 460 Rescue
Cutting lengths: 37, 40, 45, 50, 63, Saw 3.1 m/s2 6.4 m/s2
75 cm
Ignition System The K-factor in accordance with
Pitch: 3/8" Directive 2006/42/EC is 2.0 dB(A) for
Groove width: 1.6 mm the sound pressure level and sound
Electronic magneto ignition
power level; the K-factor in accordance
3/8" chains with Directive 2006/42/EC is 2.0 m/s2
Spark plug (resistor Bosch WSR 6 F,
type): NGK BPMR 7 A Rapid Micro (36 RM) Type 3652 for the vibration level.
Electrode gap: 0.5 mm Rapid Super (36 RS) Type 3621
REACH
Rapid Super 3 (36 RS3) Type 3626
Fuel System
Pitch: 3/8" (9.32 mm)
REACH is an EC regulation and stands
Drive link gauge: 1.6 mm for the Registration, Evaluation,
All position diaphragm carburetor with
integral fuel pump Chain sprockets Authorisation and Restriction of
Chemical substances.
Fuel tank capacity: 800 cc (0.8 l) 7-tooth for 3/8" (rim sprocket) For information on compliance with the
8-tooth for 3/8" (ring sprocket) REACH regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006
Chain Lubrication see [Link]/reach.
Noise and Vibration Data
Fully automatic, speed-controlled Exhaust Emissions
reciprocating oil pump. Additional Noise and vibration data measurements
manual oil flow control include idling, full load and rated The CO2value measured in the EU type
Oil tank capacity: 325 cc (0.325 l) maximum speed with the same duration approval procedure is specified at
of exposure. [Link]/co2.

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The measured CO2value was

determined on a representative engine Ordering Spare Parts Maintenance and Repairs
in accordance with a standardized test
procedure under laboratory conditions Please enter your saw model, serial Users of this machine may only carry out
and does not represent either an explicit number as well as the part numbers of the maintenance and service work
or implied guarantee of the performance the guide bar and saw chain in the described in this user manual. All other
of a specific engine. spaces provided. This will make re- repairs must be carried out by a
The applicable exhaust emission ordering simpler. servicing dealer.
requirements are fulfilled by the The guide bar and saw chain are subject STIHL recommends that you have
intended usage and maintenance to normal wear and tear. When servicing and repair work carried out
described in this instruction manual. The purchasing these parts, always quote exclusively by an authorized STIHL
type approval expires if the engine is the saw model, the part numbers and servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are
modified in any way. names of the parts. regularly given the opportunity to attend
training courses and are supplied with
Model the necessary technical information.
When repairing the machine, only use
Serial number replacement parts which have been
approved by STIHL for this power tool or
are technically identical. Only use high-
Guide bar part number quality replacement parts in order to
avoid the risk of accidents and damage
to the machine.
Chain part number STIHL recommends the use of original
STIHL replacement parts.
Original STIHL parts can be identified by
the STIHL part number, the {
logo and the STIHL parts symbol K
(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 all MS 460 K-EG-2009/3186
declare in exclusive responsibility that models:
the product Technical documents deposited at:

Category: Chain saw ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG

000BA073 KN
Produktzulassung (Product Licensing)
Make: STIHL
Model: MS 460 The year of manufacture and serial
number are applied to the product.
MS 460 R
STIHL products must not be thrown in Done at Waiblingen, 27.11.2018
the garbage can. Take the product, MS 460-W
accessories and packaging to an Serial identification: 1128 ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG
approved disposal site for environment- Displacement: 76.5 cc
friendly recycling.
conforms to the provisions of Directives
Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for 2011/65/EU, 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU
the latest information on waste disposal. and 2000/14/EC and has been
developed and manufactured in
compliance with the following standards
in the versions valid at the time of Thomas Elsner
production:
Director Product Management and
EN ISO 11681-1, EN 55012, EN 61000- Services
6-1
The measured and guaranteed sound
power levels were determined according
to Directive 2000/14/EC, Annex V, using
the ISO 9207 standard.
Measured sound power level

all MS 460 models: 115 dB(A)

Guaranteed sound power level

all MS 460 models: 116 dB(A)

The EC type examination was carried
out by

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G

[Link]

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