Stihl MS 261 C-M Instruction Manual page 6

English
In vehicles: Properly secure your
machine to prevent turnover, damage
and fuel spillage.
Refueling
Gasoline is an extremely
flammable fuel – keep
clear of naked flames and
fire – do not spill any fuel
– no smoking.
Switch off the engine before refueling.
Never refuel the machine while the
engine is still hot – the fuel may spill over
– risk of fire!
Open the fuel filler cap carefully so that
any excess pressure is relieved
gradually and fuel does not splash out.
The machine may only be refueled in a
well ventilated place. Clean the machine
immediately if fuel is spilled. Change
your clothes immediately if they are
contaminated with fuel.
Place the cliplock filler
cap (bayonet-type) in
position, turn as far as
stop and fold the cliplock
down.
This helps reduce the risk of unit
vibrations causing an incorrectly
tightened filler cap to loosen or come off
and spill quantities of fuel.
Check for fuel leakage
while refueling and during
operation. Never start the
engine if fuel has been
spilled or is leaking –
Fatal burns may result!
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Before starting
Check that saw is properly assembled
and in good condition – refer to
appropriate chapters in the Instruction
Manual:
Functional chain brake, front hand
–
guard
Correctly mounted guide bar
–
Correctly tensioned chain
–
The throttle trigger and throttle
–
trigger lockout must move easily –
throttle trigger must return
automatically to the idle position
when released
The master control lever must be
–
easy to push towards STOP or †
and then spring back to the run
position F
Check that the spark plug boot is
–
secure. A loose boot can lead to
flying sparks which may ignite the
escaping fuel/air mixture – risk of
fire!
Never attempt to modify the controls
–
or safety devices
Keep the handles dry and clean –
–
free from oil and pitch – for safe
control of the chain saw.
The chain saw should only be used if it
is in full working order – risk of accident!
Starting the engine
Move at least 3 meters away from the
place at which the machine was refueled
and never start the machine in enclosed
spaces.
The machine may only be used on level
ground. Ensure a firm and secure
footing and hold the machine firmly. The
cutting wheel must not touch any objects
and must not touch the ground, because
it may begin to rotate when the machine
is started.
The machine is operated by only one
person – there should not be any other
person within the working area – not
even when starting the machine.
Lock the chain with the chain brake
before starting – risk of injury due to
rotating chain!
Do not drop-start the engine – start as
described in the Instruction Manual.
Do not start the chain saw if the chain is
in a cut.
Holding and guiding the machine
Always hold the chain saw firmly with
both hands: Right hand on the rear
handle – even if you are left-handed. To
ensure reliable control, wrap your
thumbs tightly around the handlebar and
handle.
MS 261 C-M