Instruction Manual

MS 362
English
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felling cut. The chain brake will operate
only if it has been properly maintained
and the hand guard has not been
modified in any way.
Check operation of chain brake
Before starting work: Run engine at idle
speed, engage the chain brake (push
hand guard toward bar nose).
Accelerate up to full throttle for no more
than 3 seconds – the chain must not
rotate. The hand guard must be free
from dirt and move freely.
Chain brake maintenance
The chain brake is subject to normal
wear. It is necessary to have it serviced
and maintained regularly by trained
personnel, such as your STIHL servicing
dealer, at the following intervals:
Removing the Shroud
N Move Master Control lever to
STOP, 0 or †.
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).
Preheating the Carburetor
At temperatures below +10°C (+50°F)
N Pull the shutter (1) out of the
summer position (s).
N Fit the shutter in the winter
position (r).
N Fit the shroud.
Heated air is now drawn in from around
the cylinder to warm the carburetor – this
helps prevent carburetor icing.
At temperatures above +20°C (+70°F)
N Always return the shutter to the
summer position (s) to avoid
engine running problems and
overheating.
Full-time usage: every 3
months
Part-time usage: every 6
months
Occasional usage: every 12
months
Winter Operation
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001BA199 KN
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