Instruction manual

MS 362 C
English
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If there is a noticeable loss of engine
power
Removing the shroud
N Kombihebel auf Stoppstellung 0)
N Push the hand guard forward – the
chain is locked.
N Open the twist locks (1) by turning
them 1/4 turn counterclockwise with
the combination wrench.
N Remove the shroud (2).
Removing the air filter
N Clean away loose dirt from around
the filter.
N Pull the retainer (1) upwards to the
rear, tilt air filter in direction of rear
handle and lift it away.
N Always replace damaged filters.
Versions with fleece filter and felt
prefilter
N Separate the felt prefilter (1) from
the fleece filter (2) and clean – see
below.
Cleaning the air filter
N Knock the filter out on the palm of
your hand or blow it clear with
compressed air from the inside
outwards.
If filter is caked with dirt:
N Wash the filter in STIHL special
cleaner (special accessory) or a
clean, non-flammable solution (e.g.
warm soapy water) and then dry.
Installing the air filter
N Slip the felt prefilter over the fleece
filter and press it home at all four
corners – only versions with fleece
filter and felt prefilter.
N Engage the tabs (1) in the
recesses (2).
N Swing the air filter in the direction of
the filter housing and lock with
retainer.
N Fit the shroud.
Cleaning the Air Filter
To avoid damaging the filter, do
not use tools for removing and
installing the air filter.
1
1
1
001BA199 KN
2
Do not use a brush to clean the
fleece filter.
0001BA006 KN
1
0001BA012 KN
1
2
0001BA007 KN
1
2