Switching On - Stihl MSA 160 C Instruction Manual

Switching On

When delivered, the battery is not fully
charged.
It is advisable to charge the battery
completely before using it for the first
time.
Before inserting the battery, remove
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the battery compartment cover if
there is one; to do this, press both
safety catches at the same time –
cover is unlocked – and remove the
cover
Inserting the battery
Insert battery in the battery
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compartment of the machine –
press gently until it clicks into place
– top of battery must be flush with
the top edge of the housing
Switching on the machine
Remove the chain scabbard
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Assume a firm and secure stance
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Ensure that there are no other
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persons within the swivel range of
the machine
MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C
Hold the machine with both hands –
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wrap hands tightly around the
handles
Make certain that the saw chain has
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not yet been positioned for cutting
and is not touching any other
objects
Pull hand guard towards the front
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handle until it engages audibly and
the hand guard is in the position ‚
– chain brake is released
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2
Press trigger switch lockout (1) with
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thumb
Depress trigger switch (2) with
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index finger
Guide the machine into the wood
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with the saw chain running
The motor will not run unless the hand
guard is set to ‚ and the trigger switch
lockout (1) and trigger switch (2) are
pressed at the same time.
Trigger switch
The motor speed can be controlled
using the trigger switch. The more the
trigger switch is depressed, the higher
the motor speed.
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