Instruction manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2009 0458-543-8621-A. M1-1.C9.PM. 0000001281_003_GB
MS 362 C
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this Manual to operate your chain saw.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL chain saw,
it is important that you read and
understand and follow the maintenance
and safety precautions in chapter
"Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques" before using your chain
saw. For further information you can go
to www.stihlusa.com.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
Warning!
Because a chain saw is a high-speed
wood-cutting tool, some special safety
precautions must be observed as with
any other power saw to reduce the risk
of personal injury.
Careless or improper use may cause
serious or even fatal injury.
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improvements
may be made from time-to-time. If the
operating characteristics or the
appearance of your chain saw differs
from those described in this manual,
please contact your STIHL dealer for
information and assistance.
Secondary Chain Braking System 2
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 3
Cutting Attachment 24
Mounting the Bar and Chain 24
Tensioning the Chain 25
Check Chain Tension 25
Fuel 26
Fueling 26
Chain Lubricant 28
Filling Chain Oil Tank 28
Checking Chain Lubrication 29
Chain Brake 29
Winter Operation 31
Starting / Stopping the Engine 32
Operating Instructions 35
Oil Quantity Control 36
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 37
Air Filter System 37
Cleaning the Air Filter 38
Engine Management 39
Adjusting the Carburetor 39
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 40
Spark Plug 40
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 42
Storing the Machine 44
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 44
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 45
Maintenance and Care 49
Main Parts 51
Specifications 53
Special Accessories 54
Ordering Spare Parts 54
Maintenance and Repairs 55
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 55
Trademarks 57