Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2016
0458-756-8221-A. VA2.K16.
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MSE 170 C, MSE 210 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 2
Reactive Forces 7
Working Techniques 9
Packing List 17
Cutting Attachment 18
Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 18
Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 20
Checking Chain Tension 21
Chain Lubricant 21
Filling Chain Oil Tank 21
Checking Chain Lubrication 23
Coasting Brake 24
Chain Brake 24
Connecting to Power Supply 25
Switching On 25
Switching Off 26
Overload Cutout 27
Operating Instructions 27
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 28
Motor Cooling 28
Storing the Machine 29
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 29
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 30
Maintenance and Care 34
Main Parts 35
Specifications 36
Ordering Spare Parts 38
Maintenance and Repairs 38
Disposal 39
Key to Symbols 40
CSA Standard 41
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings 42