Storing The Machine; Checking And Replacing The Chain Sprocket - Stihl MSE 250 C Instruction Manual

Storing the Machine

For periods of 3 months or longer
Disconnect the plug from the wall
N
outlet.
Remove the saw chain and guide
N
bar, clean them and spray with
corrosion inhibiting oil.
Thoroughly clean the machine,
N
especially the cooling air inlets.
If you use a biological chain and bar
N
lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus,
completely fill the chain oil tank.
Store the machine in a dry and
N
secure location – out of the reach of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
MSE 250 C
Checking and Replacing the
Chain Sprocket
Disconnect the plug from the wall
N
outlet.
Remove the chain sprocket cover,
N
chain and guide bar.
Replacing the Chain Sprocket
a
1 Chain sprocket (7 teeth)
replace after using two saw chains
–
or sooner
if the wear marks (a) on the
–
sprocket are deeper than 0.5 mm –
the life of the chain would otherwise
be reduced. Use reference gauge
(special accessory) to check the
depth of the wear marks.
It is best to use two saw chains in
rotation with one sprocket.
STIHL recommends the use of original
STIHL sprockets to ensure correct
operation of the chain brake.
3
2
1
Ease the E-clip (1) off the shaft.
N
Remove and inspect the washer (2)
N
– replace it if it shows signs of wear.
Remove the chain sprocket (3).
N
Install the new chain sprocket in the
N
reverse sequence.
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