Instruction Manual

MS 201 C-M
English
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N Engage the chain brake.
N Do not use your chainsaw and
contact your STIHL servicing dealer
for assistance. Your saw has a
malfunction.
As soon as the engine speed drops
noticeably:
N Release the throttle trigger.
The engine runs at idling speed Your
saw is calibrated and ready for
operation.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire caused by hot
particles escaping from the machine,
never operate the machine without a
spark arresting screen, or with the spark
arresting screen damaged. Do not
modify the muffler or spark arresting
screen. To reduce the risk of fire from
accumulated debris such as pine
needles, branches or leaves, ensure
that the muffler plugs are in place before
taking up work.
NOTICE
According to the law or regulations in
some countries or federal states, certain
operations may only be carried out if a
properly serviced spark arresting screen
is provided.
N If the engine is down on power,
check the spark arresting screen in
the muffler
N Wait for the muffler to cool down
N Remove the chain sprocket cover –
see "Mounting the Guide Bar and
Saw Chain"
N Undo screw (1)
N Pull out the spark arresting
screen (2)
N Clean the dirty spark arresting
screen, replace if damaged or
heavily carbonized
N Refit the spark arresting screen
N Insert the screw
N Install the chain sprocket cover
N If the muffler plugs are missing or
damaged, mount new plugs
Spark Arresting Screen in
Muffler
0011BA018 KN
1
0011BA019 KN
2