Preparing The Saw For Operation - Stihl MSA 300.0 Instruction Manual

5 Preparing the Saw for Operation

► Pack the battery in packaging in such a way
that it cannot move.
► Secure the packaging so that it cannot
move.
4.10 Storing
4.10.1 Chainsaw
WARNING
■ Children are not aware of and cannot assess
the dangers of a chainsaw and can be seri‐
ously injured.
► Remove the battery.
► Engage the chain brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely cov‐
ers the guide bar.
► Store the saw out of the reach of children.
■ Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts
on the saw and metal components. This can
damage the saw.
► Remove the battery.
► Store the saw in a clean and dry condition.
4.10.2 Battery
WARNING
■ Children are not aware of and cannot assess
the dangers of the battery Children may be
seriously injured.
► Store the battery out of the reach of chil‐
dren.
■ The battery is not protected against all ambi‐
ent conditions. If the battery is exposed to cer‐
tain ambient conditions, the battery may be
irreparably damaged.
► Store the battery in a clean and dry condi‐
tion.
► Store the battery in an enclosed space.
► Store the battery separately from the chain‐
saw.
► If the battery is stored in the charger, dis‐
connect the mains plug and store the bat‐
tery at a state of charge between 40% and
60% (2 lit green LEDs).
► Do not store the battery outside of the
specified temperature limits,
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4.11
■ The saw may start unintentionally if the battery
is left in place during cleaning, maintenance or
repair operations. This may result in serious
injury to people and damage to property.
► Engage the chain brake.
■ Aggressive cleaning agents, a water jet or
pointed objects can damage the chainsaw,
guide bar, the saw chain and the battery. If the
saw, guide bar, saw chain or battery are not
cleaned correctly, components may no longer
function properly or safety devices may be
rendered inoperative. They may cause serious
injury to persons.
► Clean the saw, guide bar, saw chain and
■ If the saw, guide bar, saw chain or battery are
not properly serviced or repaired, components
may no longer function properly or safety devi‐
ces may be rendered inoperative. This may
result in serous or fatal injury to people.
► Do not attempt to service or repair the
► If the chainsaw or the battery require servic‐
► Service or repair the guide bar and saw
■ The user may be cut by the sharp cutters
while cleaning or servicing the saw chain. This
may result in injury to the user.
► Wear work gloves made from resistant
5
5.1
The following steps must be performed before
commencing work:
21.5.
Cleaning, Maintenance and
Repair
WARNING
► Remove the battery.
battery as described in this instruction man‐
ual.
chainsaw or battery.
ing or repairs: Contact your STIHL servicing
dealer for assistance.
chain as described in this User Manual.
material.
Preparing the Saw for
Operation
Preparing the Chainsaw for
Operation
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