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Stihl MS 211 C Safety Manual

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  • Page 1 Chain Saw Safety Manual...
  • Page 3 You should therefore always refer to the instruction manual of your particular saw model. Please contact your STIHL dealer if you any questions after reading this manual. This instruction manual is protected by copyright. All rights reserved, especially the rights to reproduce, translate and process with electronic systems.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions And Working Techniques

    STIHL recommends the use of STIHL Because a chain saw is a The use of noise emitting power tools original tools, guide bars, chains, chain...
  • Page 5 – if fuel gets on Check that the spark plug boot is – your clothing, change immediately. STIHL offers a comprehensive range of secure – a loose boot may cause Your power tool comes standard with personal protective clothing and...
  • Page 6 English be clear of the ground and all other In the event of impending danger or in Your power tool produces obstructions because it may begin to run an emergency, switch off the engine toxic exhaust fumes as when the engine starts. immediately by moving the Master soon as the engine is Control lever / stop switch to STOP or 0.
  • Page 7 English Do not touch the chain while the engine Dangers of kickback Kickback occurs, e.g. is running. If the chain becomes jammed Kickback can result in by an obstruction, switch off the engine serious or fatal injury. immediately before attempting to remove the obstruction.
  • Page 8 English Never cut several limbs at once. Pushback (B) When felling in the vicinity of roads, – railways, power lines, etc., take extra Do not overreach. – precautions. If necessary, inform the Never cut above shoulder height. police, utility company or railway –...
  • Page 9 English To reduce the risk of injury, take special Begin cutting with the saw at full throttle Determine direction of fall and escape care when cutting shattered wood and engage the spiked bumper firmly in paths because of the risk of injury from slivers the wood, and then continue cutting.
  • Page 10 – observe direction of fall. Preparing work area at base of tree country-specific regulations on felling techniques. STIHL recommends the following First clear the tree base and work – method: area from interfering limbs and brush to provide a secure footing.
  • Page 11 English Sapwood cuts Felling The hinge (E) helps control the falling tree. Sapwood cuts in long-fibered softwood Shout a warning before starting the Do not cut through the hinge – you help prevent sapwood splintering when felling cut. – could lose control of the direction of the tree falls.
  • Page 12 English Small diameter trees: Simple fan cut Large diameter trees: Sectioning method When repositioning the saw for the next cut, keep the guide bar fully Apply the spiked bumper behind the engaged in the kerf to keep the hinge – pivot the saw around this If the diameter of the tree is greater than felling cut straight –...
  • Page 13 English On trees that are difficult to fell (oak, When cutting small logs – beech), to prevent heartwood splintering and maintain planned Use a sturdy and stable support – – direction of fall. sawhorse. On soft deciduous trees to relieve –...
  • Page 14 – take extra Use only a spark plug of the type care since there is an increased danger approved by STIHL and make sure it is Service the machine regularly. Do not of kickback. in good condition – see "Specifications".
  • Page 15 English To reduce the risk of fire and damage to hearing, do not operate your machine if the muffler is damaged or missing. – Do not touch a hot muffler since burn injury will result. Vibration behavior is influenced by the condition of the AV elements –...

  • Page 16: Maintenance And Care

    English Maintenance and Care The following maintenance intervals apply for normal operating conditions only. If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work area, resin-rich wood, tropical wood, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. If you only use the saw occasionally, extend the intervals accordingly.
  • Page 17 Clean, replace if necessary Check Chain catcher Replace Safety labels Replace STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. Firmly tighten down the cylinder base screws of professional saws (3.4 kW or more) after 10 to 20 hours of operation. Chain Saw Safety Manual...

  • Page 18: Main Parts

    English Main Parts Shroud slide Carburetor adjusting screws Fuel pump (Easy Start Slide (summer operation/ winter operation, MS 211 only) Chain brake Chain sprocket Chain sprocket cover Chain catcher Side chain tensioner 10 Bumper spike 11 Guide bar 12 Oilomatic saw chain 13 Adjusting wheel (quick tensioner) 14 Wings of the wing nut (quick...
  • Page 20 0457-184-0121 englisch www.stihl.com *04571840121* 0457-184-0121...

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