Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2010
0458-212-8721-A. M2-5.L10.MET.
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MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 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 52
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 52
Cutting Attachment 64
Mounting the Bar and Chain (side
chain tensioner) 64
Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 65
Tensioning the Saw Chain (side
chain tensioner) 67
Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 67
Checking Chain Tension 68
Fuel 68
Fueling 69
Chain Lubricant 71
Filling Chain Oil Tank 71
Checking Chain Lubrication 72
Chain Brake 72
Winter Operation 73
Electric Handle Heating 74
Starting / Stopping the Engine 74
Operating Instructions 77
Oil Quantity Control 78
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 79
Air Filter System 79
Cleaning the Air Filter 80
Adjusting the Carburetor 80
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 81
Spark Plug 82
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 83
Storing the Machine 85
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 85
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 86
Maintenance and Care 90
Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 92
Main Parts 93
Specifications 94
Special Accessories 95
Ordering Spare Parts 96
Maintenance and Repairs 96
EC Declaration of Conformity 96
Quality Certification 97