After Finishing Work; Transporting; Transporting The Chainsaw; Transporting The Battery - Stihl MSA 161 T Instruction Manual

12 After Finishing Work

12 After Finishing Work
12.1 After Finishing Work
► Switch off the chainsaw, engage the chain brake and
remove the battery.
► If the saw is wet: Allow the saw to dry.
► If the battery is wet: Allow the battery to dry.
► Clean the saw.
► Clean the bar and chain.
► Loosen nut on the chain sprocket cover.
► Turn the tensioning screw two full turns counterclockwise.
The chain is now slack.
► Tighten down the nut.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers the guide bar.
► Clean the battery.

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.
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The chainsaw can be carried by attaching the ring (1) to your
waist belt or a rope.

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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