Operation Manual

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© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2013 0458-706-9921-A. VA2.L13. 0000006530_003_GB
MSA 160 T
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
It has been built using modern
production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and troublefree use of
the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 46
Safety Precautions 46
Reactive Forces 53
Working Techniques 54
Description of Operation 56
Cutting Attachment 56
Mounting the Bar and Chain 57
Tensioning the Chain 58
Checking Chain Tension 59
Chain Lubricant 59
Filling Chain Oil Tank 59
Checking Chain Lubrication 61
Coasting Brake 62
Chain Brake 62
Connecting Charger to Power
Supply 63
Charging the Battery 63
Light Emitting Diodes (LED) on
Battery 64
Light Emitting Diodes (LED) on
Charger 66
Switching On 66
Operating Instructions 67
Switching Off 68
Clean the machine 69
Storing the Machine 69
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 70
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 70
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 71
Maintenance and Care 75
Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 77
Main Parts 78
Specifications 79
Special Accessories 81
Ordering Spare Parts 81
Troubleshooting 82
Maintenance and Repairs 84
Disposal 84
EC Declaration of Conformity 84
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings 86