Transporting; Transporting The Chainsaw; Transporting The Battery; Storing - Stihl MSA 160 C Instruction Manual

13 Transporting

13 Transporting

13.1 Transporting the Chainsaw

► Switch off the chainsaw, engage the chain brake and
remove the battery.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers the guide bar.
► Carry the saw by holding the front handle in your right
hand with the guide bar pointing to the rear.
► Transporting the saw in a vehicle: Secure the saw to
prevent turnover and movement.

13.2 Transporting the Battery

► Switch off the chain saw, engage the chain brake and
remove the battery.
► Make sure the battery is in a safe condition.
► Observe the following points when packing the battery:
– The packaging must be non-conductive.
– Make sure the battery cannot shift inside the packaging.
► Secure the packaging so that it cannot move.
The battery is subject to the requirements for the transport
of dangerous goods. The battery is classified as UN 3480
(lithium-ion batteries) and has been tested in accordance
with UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, sub-section
38.3.
For transport regulations see www.stihl.com/safety-data-
sheets

14 Storing

14.1 Storing the Chainsaw

► Switch off the chainsaw, engage the chain brake and
remove the battery.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers the guide bar.
► Observe the following points when storing the saw:
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– Saw is out of the reach of children.
– The saw is clean and dry.
► If you store the saw for more than 3 months: Remove the
bar and chain.

14.2 Storing the Battery

STIHL recommends that you store the battery with a charge
between 40% and 60% (2 LEDs glow green).
► Observe the following points when storing the battery:
– Battery is out of the reach of children.
– Battery is clean and dry.
– Battery is in an enclosed space.
– Store the battery separately from the saw and charger.
– Battery is in non-conductive packaging.
– Battery is in a temperature range between -10°C and
+50°C.

15 Cleaning

15.1 Cleaning the Saw

► Switch off the chain saw, engage the chain brake and
remove the battery.
► Clean the chain saw with a damp cloth or STIHL resin
solvent.
► Remove the chain sprocket cover.
► Clean the area around the sprocket with a damp cloth or
STIHL resin solvent.
► Remove foreign matter from the battery compartment and
clean the battery compartment with a damp cloth.
► Clean electrical contacts in the battery compartment with
a soft brush.
► Fit the chain sprocket cover.

15.2 Cleaning the Bar and Chain

► Switch off the chainsaw, engage the chain brake and
remove the battery.
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