Removing The Battery; Switching The Saw On/Off; Switching On; Switching Off - Stihl MSA 161 T Instruction Manual

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► Push the battery (1) into the battery compartment (2) as
far as stop.
The battery (1) engages in position with a click.
8.2

Removing the Battery

► Stand the saw on a level surface.
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► Depress both locking levers (1).
The battery (2) is unlocked and can be removed.

9 Switching the Saw On/Off

9.1

Switching On

► Hold the saw with your right hand on the control handle –
wrap your thumb around the control handle.
► Disengage the chain brake.
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► Hold the saw with your left hand on the front handle – wrap
your thumb around the handlebar.
► Depress the lockout button (2) with your thumb and hold it
there.
► Depress the Ergo lever (1) with your hand and hold it
there.
Release the lockout button (2).
► Pull the trigger (3) with your index finger and hold it there.
The motor is accelerated and the chain rotates.
9.2

Switching Off

► Release the trigger and Ergo lever
The chain stops rotating.
► If the chain continues to rotate: Engage the chain brake,
remove the battery and contact your STIHL servicing
dealer for assistance.
The saw has a malfunction.

10 Testing the Chain Saw and Battery

10.1 Checking the Chain Sprocket

► Switch off the chain saw, engage the chain brake and
remove the battery.
► Disengage the chain brake.
► Remove the chain sprocket cover.
► Remove the bar and chain.
9 Switching the Saw On/Off
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