Storing The Machine; Checking And Replacing The Chain Sprocket - Stihl MS 200 Instruction Manual

English
N Apply suitable tools (screwdriver,
punch, etc.) to the recesses
(arrows) and push the spring into its
seat in the housing – the spring
slides out of the frame.
N Reinstall the rope rotor, tension the
rewind spring, replace the fan
housing and screw it into place
32

Storing the Machine

For periods of 3 months or longer
N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a
well ventilated area.
N Dispose of fuel properly in
accordance with local
environmental requirements.
N Run the engine until the carburetor
is dry – this helps prevent the
carburetor diaphragms sticking
together.
N Remove the saw chain and guide
bar, clean them and spray with
corrosion inhibiting oil.
N Thoroughly clean the machine –
pay special attention to the cylinder
fins and air filter.
N If you use a biological chain and bar
lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus,
completely fill the chain oil tank.
N Store the machine in a dry, high or
locked location, out of the reach of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
Checking and Replacing
the Chain Sprocket
N Remove the chain sprocket cover,
chain and guide bar.
N Disengage the chain brake: Pull the
hand guard toward the front handle.
Replace the chain sprocket
– after using two saw chains or
sooner
– if the wear marks (arrows) on the
sprocket are deeper than approx.
0.5 mm since this would reduce the
life of the chain. You can use a
gauge (special accessory) to check
the depth of the wear marks.
It is best to use two saw chains in
rotation with one sprocket.
STIHL recommends the use of original
STIHL sprockets to ensure correct
operation of the chain brake.
Removing
N Pull off the spark plug boot.
MS 200