Instruction Manual
Table Of Contents
- STIHL MS 311, 391
- 1 Guide to Using this Manual
- 2 Safety Precautions
- 3 Reactive Forces
- 4 Working Techniques
- 5 Cutting Attachment
- 6 Mounting the Bar and Chain
- 7 Tensioning the Chain
- 8 Checking Chain Tension
- 9 Fuel
- 10 Fueling
- 11 Chain Lubricant
- 12 Filling Chain Oil Tank
- 13 Checking Chain Lubrication
- 14 Chain Brake
- 15 Winter Operation
- 16 Starting / Stopping the Engine
- 17 Operating Instructions
- 18 Oil Quantity Control
- 19 Taking Care of the Guide Bar
- 20 Cleaning the Air Filter
- 21 Adjusting the Carburetor
- 22 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler
- 23 Spark Plug
- 24 Storing the Machine
- 25 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket
- 26 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain
- 27 Maintenance and Care
- 28 Main Parts
- 29 Specifications
- 30 Ordering Spare Parts
- 31 Maintenance and Repairs
- 32 Disposal
- 33 EC Declaration of Conformity
Sharpening tools (special accessories)
0.325 (8.25) 4.8 (3/16) 5605 772
4806
5605 750
4328
1110 893
4000
0814 252
3356
5605 007
1028
3/8 (9.32) 5.2 (13/64) 5605 772
5206
5605 750
4329
1110 893
4000
0814 252
3356
5605 007
1029
0.404 (10.26) 5.5 (7/32) 5605 772
5506
5605 750
4330
1106 893
4000
0814 252
3356
5605 007
1030
1)consisting of file holder with round file, taper square file and file gauge
27 Maintenance and Care
The following maintenance intervals apply for normal operat‐
ing conditions only. When working under difficult conditions
(high accumulation of dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber
from tropical trees, etc.) or longer than normal each day, the
specified intervals must be shortened accordingly. 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
Complete machine Visual inspection (condition,
leaks)
X X
Clean X
Throttle trigger, throttle trigger
lockout, choke lever, stop
switch, master control lever
(dependent on equipment)
Function test X X
Chain brake Function test X X
Have checked by dealer
1)
X
Manual fuel pump (if present) check X
Have repaired by a specialist
dealer
1)
X
Fuel pick-up body / filter in fuel
tank
check X
Clean, replace filter insert X X
replace X X X
Fuel tank Clean X
Lubricating oil tank Clean X
Chain lubrication check X
Saw chain Check, pay attention to
sharpness
X X
Checking the chain tension X X
sharpen X
Guide bar Check (wear, damage) X
Clean and turn over X
Deburr X
replace X X
Chain sprocket check X
1)
STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealer
2)
When using professional chainsaws (with a power output of 3.4 kW or more) for the first time,
tighten the cylinder block screws after 10 to 20 hours of operation
27 Maintenance and Care English
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