Owner's Manual
MS 362
English
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If groove depth is less than specified:
N Replace the guide bar.
The drive link tangs will otherwise
scrape along the bottom of the groove –
the cutters and tie straps will not ride on
the bar rails.
The air filter system can be adapted to
suit different operating conditions by
installing a choice of filters. Changing
the filter is quick and simple.
The saw comes standard with either a
fleece filter or a fabric filter.
Fleece filter with felt prefilter
For normal, dry and very dusty work
areas.
Fabric filter
For severe winter conditions (e.g.
powder and drifting snow, frost).
If there is a noticeable loss of engine
power
Removing the shroud
N Move the Master Control lever to the
stop position (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.
Chain type Pitch Minimum
groove
depth
Picco 3/8" P 0.20"
(5.0 mm)
Rapid 1/4" 0.16"
(4.0 mm)
Rapid 3/8"; 0.325" 0.24"
(6.0 mm)
Rapid 0.404" 0.28"
(7.0 mm)
Air Filter System Cleaning the Air Filter
To avoid damaging the filter, do
not use tools for removing and
installing the air filter.
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