After Finishing Work; Transporting; Transporting The Chainsaw; Storing - Stihl MS 500i W Instruction Manual

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► With arms outstretched, cut through the holding strap from
outside at a downward angle.
The tree falls.

12 After Finishing Work

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

13 Transporting

13.1 Transporting the Chainsaw

► Shut off the engine and engage the chain brake.
► 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.

14 Storing

14.1 Storing the Chainsaw

► Shut off the engine and engage the chain brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers the guide bar.
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► Observe the following points when storing the saw:
– 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.
► Open the fuel tank cap.
► Drain the fuel tank.
► Close the fuel tank.
► Have fuel tank cleaned by a STIHL servicing dealer.
► Start the engine, engage the chain brake and run the
engine at idling speed until it stops.

15 Cleaning

15.1 Cleaning the Saw

► Shut off the engine and engage the chain brake.
► Allow chainsaw to cool down.
► Clean the saw with a damp cloth or STIHL resin solvent.
► Clean cooling air slots with a soft brush.
► Rotate the filter cover lock (1) a quarter turn
counterclockwise.
► Remove the filter cover (2).
► Rotate the shroud lock (1) a quarter turn
counterclockwise.
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