Instruction Manual

► Turn the cap clockwise and lock it in position –
see section on "Closing the filler cap".
13.6 Checking oil level
9931BA040 KN
1
► Check the oil level regularly during operation.
► Top up the oil tank when the oil level reaches
the "min" mark (1) or earlier.
If the oil level in the tank does not go down, the
reason may be a fault in the oil supply system:
Check chain lubrication, clean the oilways, con‐
tact your dealer for assistance if necessary
STIHL recommends that you have servicing and
repair work carried out exclusively by an author‐
ized STIHL servicing dealer.
14 Checking Chain Lubrica‐
tion
143BA024 KN
The saw chain must always spin off a small
amount of oil.
NOTICE
Never operate your machine without chain lubri‐
cation. If the saw chain runs dry, the cutting
attachment may very quickly be damaged
beyond repair. Before starting work, always
check the chain lubrication and oil level in the
tank.
Every new saw chain needs a run-in time of 2 to
3 minutes.
After the saw chain has run in, check the tension
of the chain and correct if necessary – see
"Checking the chain tension".
15 Coasting Brake
9931BA002 KN
2
1
The coasting brake brings the running chain to a
standstill when you fully let go of the trigger
switch.
1 Coasting brake off
2 Coasting brake activated
16 Chain Brake
16.1 Locking the chain
9931BA003 KN
–
in an emergency
The chain brake is activated by pushing the hand
guard toward the bar nose with your left hand
(position ƒ) – or by inertia in certain kickback sit‐
uations: The chain is stopped and locked.
English 14 Checking Chain Lubrication
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