Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2010
0458-146-0121-A. M0-6.G10.DDS.
0000000499_003_GB
MS 270, MS 270 C, MS 280, MS 280 C
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
This machine 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 machine.
Please contact your dealer or our
sales company if you have any
queries concerning your machine.
Your
Hans Peter Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Cutting Attachment 14
Mounting the Bar and Chain (side
chain tensioner) 14
Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 15
Tensioning the Saw Chain (side
chain tensioner) 17
Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 17
Checking Chain Tension 18
Fuel 18
Fueling 19
Chain Lubricant 20
Filling Chain Oil Tank 21
Checking Chain Lubrication 21
Chain Brake 22
Winter Operation 23
Starting / Stopping the Engine 23
Operating Instructions 27
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 28
Air Filter System 28
Cleaning the Air Filter 29
Adjusting the Carburetor 29
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 31
Spark Plug 31
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 32
Storing the Machine 34
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 35
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 36
Maintenance and Care 39
Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 41
Main Parts 42
Specifications 43
Special Accessories 44
Ordering Spare Parts 45
Maintenance and Repairs 45
EC Declaration of Conformity 45
Quality Certification 46
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