STIHL MS 362 C-M 2 - 40 Instruction Manual
English 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a quality engineered STIHL product. Please contact your dealer or our sales company if you have any queries concerning this product. Dr. Nikolas Stihl 1 Guide to Using this Manual This Instruction Manual refers to a STIHL chain saw, also called a machine in this Instruction Manual. 1.1 Pictograms Pictograms that appear on the machine are explained in this Instruction Manual.
2 Safety Precautions 1.2 Symbols in text WARNING Warning where there is a risk of an accident or personal injury or serious damage to property. NOTICE Caution where there is a risk of damaging the machine or its individual components. 1.3 Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. For this reason we may modify the design, engineering and appearance of our products periodically.
English 2 Safety Precautions 2.6 WARNING To reduce the risk of eye injuries, wear tight-fitting safety goggles con‐ forming to standard EN 166 or a face shield. Make sure that the safety gog‐ gles and the face shield fit correctly. Wear "personal" hearing protection – for exam‐ ple, ear defenders. Wear a hard hat wherever there is any risk of falling objects. Wear sturdy protective gloves made of a resistant material (e.g. leather).
– – – – – – – – – cap, hose connections and the manual fuel pump (on machines so equipped). If there are any leaks or damage, do not start the engine – risk of fire. Have your saw repaired by a serv‐ icing dealer before using it again. Check operation of chain brake, front hand guard Correctly mounted guide bar Correctly tensioned chain The trigger and trigger lockout must move freely and spring back to the idle position when they are released.
English Examine the saw chain periodically at short inter‐ vals and as soon as you note any tangible changes: – Switch off the engine; wait until the saw chain is stationary – Check condition and secure fitting – Check sharpness Never touch the saw chain when the engine is running.
3 Reactive Forces English STIHL recommends that maintenance and repair work be carried out only by authorised STIHL dealers. STIHL dealers receive regular training and are supplied with technical information. Always store fuel and chain lubricant only in the specified type of containers and ensure they are correctly labelled. Store in a dry, cool and secure place protected against light and sunlight. Use only high-quality spare parts.
English 3.3 4 Working Techniques 3.6 Quickstop chain brake: Pushback (B) 3.4 To reduce the risk of kickback – Work cautiously and avoid situations which could cause kickback. – Hold the saw firmly with both hands and main‐ tain a secure grip. – always cut at full throttle. – Be aware of the location of the guide bar nose at all times. – do not cut with the bar nose. – Take special care with small, tough limbs, they may catch the chain. – never cut several limbs at once. – do not overreach.
4 Working Techniques 4.1 English Sawing Do not operate your saw with the starting throttle lock engaged. Engine speed cannot be control‐ led with the throttle trigger in this position. that you ask the responsible forestry office about the current fire hazard. Work calmly and carefully – in daylight conditions and only when visibility is good. Ensure you do not endanger others – stay alert at all times.
English 4 Working Techniques 1 2 Maintain a distance of at least 2 1/2 tree lengths from the next felling site. ► Make relieving cut at the compression side (1) ► Make bucking cut at the tension side (2) Be wary of pushback when making bucking cut from the bottom upwards (underbuck). NOTICE Do not cut a lying log at a point where it is touch‐ ing the ground because the saw chain will other‐ wise be damaged.
4 Working Techniques English Preparing work area at base of tree – First clear the tree base and work area from interfering limbs and brush to provide a secure footing. – Carefully clear the base of the trunk (e.g.
English 4.4 4 Working Techniques Sapwood cuts – With rotten trunks, leave a wider strip Sapwood cuts in long-fibered softwood help pre‐ vent sapwood splintering when the tree falls. Make cuts at both sides of the trunk at same height as bottom of felling notch to a depth of about 1/10 of trunk diameter. On large diameter trees, cut to no more than width of guide bar. Do not make sapwood cuts if wood is diseased. Basic information on felling cut C C 1/10 Ø E G 3. 2.
4 Working Techniques English Select suitable felling wedges dependent on the trunk diameter and the width of the kerf (ana‐ logue to felling cut (E)). Contact the STIHL dealer for the selection of the felling wedge (suitable length, width and height). 4.6 Selecting the appropriate felling cut The selection of the appropriate felling cut is dependent on the same tree characteristics that must be noted when determining the direction of fall and the escape paths.
English 4 Working Techniques – Do not cut into the stabilizing strap – Cut horizontally – Do not cut into the holding strap. The felling cut must be continued on the oppo‐ site side of the trunk. 001BA266 KN Ensure that the second cut is at the same level as the first cut.
5 Cutting Attachment English Shout a second warning immediately before the tree falls. ► With outstretched arms, cut through the hold‐ ing strap at a downward angle from outside. Cutting Attachment Depending on the model, the scabbard exten‐ sion either comes standard with the saw or is available as a special accessory. 2 5.2 001BA248 KN 3 – The pitch (t) of the saw chain (1), chain sprocket and the nose sprocket of the Rollo‐ matic guide bar must match.
English 6 Mounting the Bar and Chain 6.3 Fitting the chain Removing the chain sprocket cover 143BA034 KN 143BA003 KN 6.1 6 Mounting the Bar and Chain ► Unscrew the nuts and take off the chain sprocket cover. WARNING Wear work gloves to protect your hands from the sharp cutters. ► Fit the chain – start at the bar nose. 1 ► Turn the screw (1) counterclockwise until the tensioner slide (2) butts against the left end of the housing slot. Disengaging the chain brake. 001BA186 KN 6.
8 Checking Chain Tension English Retensioning during cutting work: ► Shut off the engine. ► Loosen the nuts. ► Hold the bar nose up. ► Use a screwdriver to turn the tensioning screw (1) clockwise until the chain fits snugly against the underside of the bar. ► While still holding the bar nose up, tighten down the nuts firmly. ► Go to "Checking Chain Tension". STIHL MotoMix uses STIHL HP Ultra two-stroke engine oil for an extra long engine life. MotoMix is not available in all markets. 9.
English 9.3 10 Fueling 10.2 Storing Fuel Opening Store fuel only in approved safety-type fuel can‐ isters in a dry, cool and safe location protected from light and the sun. STIHL MotoMix may be stored for up to 2 years without any problems. ► Thoroughly shake the mixture in the canister before fueling your machine. 001BA236 KN Fuel mix ages – only mix sufficient fuel for a few weeks work. Do not store fuel mix for longer than 30 days.
10 Fueling 10.3 English Filling Up with Fuel Take care not to spill fuel while fueling and do not overfill the tank. 10.4 001BA235 KN STIHL recommends you use the STIHL filler noz‐ zle for fuel (special accessory). ► Fill the fuel tank. Closing Grip must be vertical: ► Fit the cap – marks on tank cap and fuel tank must line up. ► Press the cap down as far as stop. 001BA241 KN 001BA234 KN ► Fold the grip down. Tank cap is locked. 10.
English 11 Chain Lubricant WARNING 001BA239 KN Do not use waste oil. Renewed contact with waste oil can cause skin cancer. Moreover, waste oil is environmentally harmful. ► Place the cap on the opening and rotate it counterclockwise until it engages the filler neck. ► Continue rotating the cap counterclockwise (about a quarter turn) – this causes the bottom of the cap to be turned to the correct position. ► Turn the cap clockwise and lock it in position – see section on "Closing".
13 Checking Chain Lubrication Checking Chain Lubrica‐ tion due to kickback: Saw chain is blocked - and stops running. 14.2 Disengage the chain brake. The saw chain must always spin off a small amount of oil. ► Pull the hand guard back towards the front handle. NOTICE Never operate your machine without chain lubri‐ cation. If the saw chain runs dry, the cutting attachment may very quickly be damaged beyond repair. Before starting work, always check the chain lubrication and oil level in the tank.
English 15 Winter Operation Part-time use: occasional use: 15 15.3 every six months annually Cover plate The cover plate (special accessory) helps pre‐ vent snow being sucked into the machine. Winter Operation When the cover plate is fitted, the shutter must be in the winter position. ► Remove the shroud – see "Shroud". In the event of engine running problems, first check that conditions for use of the cover plate still apply. 15.1.1 15.3.
17 Starting / Stopping the Engine 17 17.1 English Starting / Stopping the Engine The Master Control lever moves from the start position (}) to the run position (F) when you press down the throttle trigger lockout and squeeze the throttle trigger at the same time. Positions of Master Control Lever To switch off the engine, move the Master Con‐ trol lever in the direction of STOP or † – when released, the Master Control lever springs back to the run position F. 17.
English 17.3.2 17 Starting / Stopping the Engine ► Pull the starter grip slowly with your right hand until you feel it engage – and then give it a brisk strong pull and push down the front han‐ dle at the same time. Do not pull out the starter rope to full length – it might otherwise break. Do not let the starter grip snap back. Guide it slowly back into the housing so that the starter rope can rewind properly.
17 Starting / Stopping the Engine English 17.6 WARNING As soon as the engine runs Bystanders must be well clear of the general work area of the saw. 4 2 3 0001BA040 KN STOP ► If the engine was started in the start posi‐ tion }: Press down trigger lockout (2) and the pull the throttle trigger (3) at the same time – the Master Control lever (4) moves to the run position F and the engine settles down to idling speed. 1 2 ► Push the hand guard (1) forward – the chain is locked.
English 17.8 18 Operating Instructions Stopping the engine this period. The engine develops its maximum power after about 5 to 15 tank fillings. STOP 18.2 NOTICE 0001BA041 KN 4 ► Move the Master Control lever in the direction of STOP or † – when released, the Master Control lever springs back to the normal run position F. 17.9 During work If the engine does not start ► Check that all settings are correct. ► Check that there is fuel in the tank and refuel if necessary.
19 Oil Quantity Control English NOTICE NOTICE Always slacken off the chain again after finishing work. The chain contracts as it cools down. If it is not slackened off, it can damage the crankshaft and bearings. 18.3.1 The chain must always be wetted with a film of lubricant. 20 Short-term storage Taking Care of the Guide Bar Wait for engine to cool down. Keep the machine with a full tank of fuel in a dry place, well away from sources of ignition, until you need it again. 18.3.
English 22 Cleaning the Air Filter NOTICE 1 – Allow air filter to dry without using any external source of heat. – Do not impregnate the filter with oil. 22.1.3 ► Open the twist locks (1) by turning them 1/4 turn counterclockwise with the combination wrench. ► Remove the shroud (2). 21.2 2. Installing the Shroud Installing the Air Filter 1. 5902BA011 KN 1 ► Allow air filter to dry. ► Install the air filter. ► Place the shroud in position.
24 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler ► Start the engine without depressing the throttle trigger. The engine runs and the Master Con‐ trol lever remains in position }. ► Run the engine for at least 30 seconds but no more than 60 seconds without depressing the throttle trigger. WARNING If the chain brake is disengaged, the chain may rotate ‑ risk of injury. Hold your chainsaw as described in the instruc‐ tion manual and do not touch the rotating saw chain. ► Disengage the chain brake.
English 25 Spark Plug ► If the muffler plugs are missing or damaged, mount new plugs 25 Spark Plug 1 25.1 000BA045 KN ► If the engine is down on power, difficult to start or runs poorly at idle speed, first check the spark plug. ► Fit a new spark plug after about 100 operating hours – or sooner if the electrodes are badly eroded. Install only suppressed spark plugs of the type approved by STIHL – see "Specifica‐ tions". WARNING Removing the Spark Plug ► Remove the shroud – see "Shroud".
27 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket English ► Store the machine in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons. 27 5 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 6 ► Remove chain sprocket cover, saw chain and guide bar. ► Release chain brake – pull hand guard against the front handle 27.1 2 1 Fit new chain sprocket 4 3 1 001BA121 KN – after use of two saw chains or earlier – if the wear marks (arrows) are deeper than 0.
English 28.1 Maintaining and Sharpen‐ ing the Saw Chain The diameter of file to be used depends on the chain pitch – see table "Sharpening tools". Sawing effortlessly with a prop‐ erly sharpened saw chain A properly sharpened saw chain cuts through wood effortlessly even with very little pushing. Never use a dull or damaged saw chain – this leads to increased physical strain, increased vibration load, unsatisfactory cutting results and increased wear.
28 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain File holder 689BA025 KN 90° 689BA018 KN 28.4 English ► Use a file holder Always use a file holder (special accessory, see table "Sharpening tools") when sharpening saw chains by hand. File holders have markings for the sharpening angle. To check the angles 001BA203 KN 28.
English 28.7 28 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain Depth gauge setting mark) is lowered at the same time as the depth gauge of the cutter. WARNING a 689BA023 KN The rest of the humped drive link must not be filed; otherwise, this could increase the tendency of the chain saw to kick back. 689BA051 KN The depth gauge determines the depth to which the cutter penetrates the wood and thus the chip thickness.
29 Maintenance and Care English ► Lay the file gauge on the saw chain – the high‐ est point of the depth gauge must be flush with the file gauge ► After sharpening, clean the saw chain thor‐ oughly, removing any filings or grinding dust – lubricate the saw chain thoroughly ► In the event of extended periods of disuse, store saw chains in cleaned and oiled condi‐ tion Sharpening tools (special accessories) Chain pitch Round file Round file File holder File gauge Taper square Sharpening file ^ set1) Inches
As required X X If faulty Annually Monthly Weekly Whenever tank is refilled Fuel pick-up body / filter in fuel tank If damaged check Clean, replace filter insert replace Fuel tank Clean Lubricating oil tank Clean Chain lubrication check Saw chain Check, pay attention to sharpness Checking the chain ten‐ sion sharpen Guide bar Check (wear, damage) Clean and turn over Deburr replace Chain sprocket check Air filter Clean replace Anti-vibration elements check Have replaced by serv‐ icing dealer1) A
As required If damaged If faulty Annually Monthly Weekly X Check or replace1) check Chain catcher Whenever tank is refilled 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.
English 32 Ordering Spare Parts Engine power to ISO 7293: 3.5 kW (4.8 bhp) at 10,000 rpm 2,800 rpm Idle speed:1) 31.2 Ignition System Electronic magneto ignition Spark plug (resistor type): NGK CMR 6 H, BOSCH USR 4AC Electrode gap: 0.5 mm 31.3 Fuel System All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 31.4 600 cc (0.6 l) Chain Lubrication Fully automatic, speed-controlled oil pump with rotary piston. Additional manual oil flow control Oil tank capacity: 325 cc (0.
33 Maintenance and Repairs English 35 Guide bar part number Chain part number 33 ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Badstr. 115 D-71336 Waiblingen Maintenance and Repairs Germany Users of this machine may only carry out the maintenance and service work described in this user manual. All other repairs must be carried out by a servicing dealer. declare under our sole responsibility that STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an author‐ ized STIHL servicing dealer.
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