Instruction Manual

The following information applies in normal operat‐
ing conditions. The specified intervals must be
shortened accordingly when working for longer
than normal or under difficult cutting conditions
(extensive dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber
from tropical trees, etc.). If you only use the tool
occasionally, extend the intervals accordingly.
Before starting work
At the end of work and/or daily
Whenever tank is refilled
Weekly
Monthly
Annually
If faulty
If damaged
As required
replace
X
Safety information label replace X
1)STIHL recommends STIHL dealers2)Firmly tighten down the cylinder base screws of chainsaws
(3.4 kW or more) after 10 to 20 hours of operation.
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Damage
Compliance with the specifications of this
Instruction Manual will avoid excessive wear and
damage to the machine.
The machine must be used, maintained and
stored as carefully as described in this Instruc‐
tion Manual.
The user is responsible for all damage caused by
failure to comply with the safety, operating and
maintenance instructions. This applies in particu‐
lar for:
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Product modifications not authorized by STIHL
–
Use of tools or accessories that are not
approved for the machine, unsuitable or of
inferior quality
–
Use of the machine in a manner not in keeping
with the intended use
–
Use of the machine in sporting events or com‐
petitions
–
Consequential damages due to continued use
of a machine with defective components
32.1 Maintenance work
All of the tasks listed under "Maintenance and
Care" must be carried out periodically. If the user
does not carry out these maintenance tasks him-
or herself, they should be delegated to a dealer.
STIHL recommends that maintenance and repair
work be carried out only by authorized STIHL
dealers. STIHL dealers receive regular training
and are supplied with technical information.
If these tasks are not performed or are per‐
formed improperly, this may result in damage for
which the user is responsible. These include,
among others:
–
Engine damage due to delayed or insufficient
maintenance (e. g., air and fuel filters) or insuf‐
ficient cleaning of the cooling air routing (air
intake slits, cylinder fins)
–
Corrosion damage and other consequential
damages due to improper storage
–
Damage to the machine as a result of using
replacement parts of inferior quality
32.2 Parts Subject to Wear and Tear
Some parts of the power tool are subject to nor‐
mal wear and tear even during regular operation
in accordance with instructions and, depending
on the type and duration of use, have to be
replaced in good time. Among other parts, this
includes:
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Saw chain, guide bar
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Drive components (clutch, clutch drum, chain
sprocket)
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Filters (air, oil, fuel)
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Starter mechanism
–
Spark plug
–
Components of antivibration system
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