Instruction Manual
Table Of Contents
- STIHL MS 462 C-M
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Guide to Using this Manual
- 3 Overview
- 4 Safety Precautions
- 5 Preparing the Saw for Operation
- 6 Assembling the Saw
- 7 Engaging and Disengaging the Chain Brake
- 8 Mixing Fuel and Refueling the Chainsaw
- 9 Starting and Stopping the Engine
- 10 Checking the Saw
- 11 Operating the Saw
- 12 After Finishing Work
- 13 Transporting
- 14 Storing
- 15 Cleaning
- 16 Maintenance
- 17 Repairing
- 18 Troubleshooting
- 19 Specifications
- 20 Bar and Chain Combinations
- 21 Spare Parts and Accessories
- 22 Disposal
- 23 EC Declaration of Conformity
Condition Cause Remedy
Insufficient chain oil
in the tank.
► Fill up with chain oil.
Chain lubrication sys‐
tem is supplying
insufficient chain oil.
► Increase oil feed rate.
The chain is over-ten‐
sioned.
► Tension the chain properly.
Chainsaw is not
being used properly.
► Have correct use explained, then practice.
18.2 Clearing the Combustion
Chamber
► Engage the chain brake.
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► Rotate the shroud fasteners (1) a quarter turn
counterclockwise.
► Remove the shroud (2).
► Pull off the spark plug boot (3).
► Unscrew the spark plug.
► Dry the spark plug.
WARNING
■ Unconfined sparks may occur if the starter grip
is pulled after the spark plug boot has been
removed. Sparks may cause a fire or an
explosion in an easily combustible or explo‐
sive environment. This can result in serious or
fatal injuries and damage to property.
►
Move the Master Control lever to position
and hold it there before pulling the starter
grip.
►
Move the Master Control lever to position
and hold it there.
► Pull the starter grip (3) and guide it back sev‐
eral times.
The combustion chamber is cleared.
► Insert and tighten down the spark plug.
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► Connect the spark plug boot (3) and press it
down firmly.
► Place the shroud (2) in position.
► Rotate the shroud fasteners (1) clockwise until
you hear a click.
The shroud fasteners are locked.
19 Specifications
19.1 STIHL MS 462 C-M Chainsaw
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Displacement: 72.2 cc
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Engine power to ISO 7293: 4.4 kW (6 bhp)
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Idle speed to ISO 11681: 2,800 ± 50 rpm
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Approved spark plug: NGK CMR6H from
STIHL
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Electrode gap: 0.5 mm
Dry weight without guide bar and chain
•
MS 462 C‑M: 6.0 kg
•
MS 462 C‑M with handle and carburetor
heating: 6.1 kg
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Max. fuel tank capacity: 720 cc (0.72 l)
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Max. oil tank capacity: 340 cc (0.34 l)
19.2 Chain Sprockets and Chain
Speeds
The following chain sprockets may be used:
7-tooth for 3/8"
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Maximum chain speed according to
ISO 11681: 28.9 m/s
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Chain speed at maximum power: 21.7 m/s
19 Specifications English
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