Operation Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2012 0458-776-8621-A. VA4.L12. 0000006256_003_GB
MS 461 R
English
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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 25
Adjusting Cutting Depth 27
Cutting Attachment 27
Mounting the Bar and Chain 28
Tensioning the Chain 29
Checking Chain Tension 30
Fuel 31
Fueling 32
Chain Lubricant 34
Filling Chain Oil Tank 34
Checking Chain Lubrication 35
Chain Brake 35
Winter Operation 36
Starting / Stopping the Engine 37
Operating Instructions 40
Oil Quantity Control 41
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 42
Air Filter System 42
Remove air filter 43
Cleaning the Air Filter 43
Engine Management 44
Adjusting the Carburetor 44
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 45
Spark Plug 46
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 47
Storing the Machine 49
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 49
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 50
Maintenance and Care 55
Main Parts 57
Specifications 59
Special Accessories 60
Ordering Spare Parts 60
Maintenance and Repairs 61
Disposal 61
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 62
Trademarks 64