Instruction Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
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© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2018 0458-776-8621-A. VA6.E18. 0000006256_013_GB
MS 461 R
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Contents
The Rescue Saw is specially designed
for rescue operations. Only persons
specifically trained for rescue operations
should use the STIHL Rescue Saw.
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your STIHL
Rescue Saw.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL Rescue
Saw, it is important that you read, follow
and understand the safety precautions
and the operating and maintenance
instructions in chapter "Safety
Precautions and Working Techniques"
before using your Rescue Saw. For
further information you can go to
www.stihlusa.com.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
WARNING
Because a Rescue Saw is a high-speed
wood-cutting tool, some special safety
precautions must be observed as with
any other power saw to reduce the risk
of personal injury. Careless or improper
use may cause serious or even fatal
injury.
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 3
Depth Limiter 28
Adjusting Cutting Depth 29
Cutting Attachment 30
Mounting the Bar and Chain 31
Tensioning the Chain 32
Checking Chain Tension 33
Fuel 33
Fueling 35
Chain Lubricant 37
Filling Chain Oil Tank 38
Checking Chain Lubrication 38
Chain Brake 39
Winter Operation 40
Starting / Stopping the Engine 41
Operating Instructions 44
Oil Quantity Control 45
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 45
Air Filter System 46
Remove Air Filter 47
Cleaning the Air Filter 47
Engine Management 47
Adjusting the Carburetor 48
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 49
Spark Plug 50
Storing the Machine 51
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 51
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 52
Maintenance and Care 57
Main Parts 59
Specifications 61
Ordering Spare Parts 62
Maintenance and Repairs 62
Disposal 63
Limited Warranty 63
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 64
Trademarks 66