Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2015
0458-207-8321-B. VA1.B15.
0000006694_002_GB
MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
It has been built using modern
production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and troublefree use of
the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions 3
Reactive Forces 8
Working Techniques 9
Cutting Attachment 18
Mounting the Bar and Chain (front
chain tensioner) 18
Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 19
Tensioning the Saw Chain (front
chain tensioner) 21
Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 22
Checking Chain Tension 22
Fuel 22
Fueling 24
Chain Lubricant 24
Filling Chain Oil Tank 25
Checking Chain Lubrication 25
Chain Brake 26
Starting / Stopping the Engine 27
Operating Instructions 30
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 31
Shroud 32
Cleaning the Air Filter 32
Adjusting the Carburetor 32
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 33
Spark Plug 33
Rewind Starter 34
Storing the Machine 35
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 35
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 36
Maintenance and Care 40
Main Parts 42
Specifications 43
Ordering Spare Parts 44
Maintenance and Repairs 45
Disposal 45
EC Declaration of Conformity 45