Stihl MSA 160 C Instruction Manual page 15

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WARNING
￭ If components do not comply with safety requirements, they
will no longer function properly and safety devices may be
rendered inoperative. This can result in serious or fatal
injuries.
► Work only with an undamaged chainsaw.
► If the saw is dirty: Clean the saw.
► Work only with an undamaged chain catcher.
► Never modify your chainsaw. Exception: Mounting a
combination of guide bar and saw chain recommended
in this instruction manual.
► If the controls do not function properly: Do not use your
saw.
► Only fit original STIHL accessories designed for this saw
model.
► Mount the guide bar and chain as described in this
instruction manual.
► Mount accessories as described in this instruction
manual or the instructions supplied with the accessory. ►
Never insert objects in the saw‟s openings.
► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL servicing
dealer for assistance.
4.6.2 Guide Bar
The guide bar is in a safe condition if the following points are
observed:
– Guide bar is not damaged.
– Guide bar is not deformed.
– The minimum groove depth is maintained, @ 19.3.
– Bar rails are free from burrs.
– Bar groove is not pinched or splayed.
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WARNING
￭ If the guide bar is not in a safe condition, it can no longer
support and guide the saw chain properly. The rotating saw
chain can jump off the guide bar. This can result in serious
or fatal injuries.
► Work only with an undamaged guide bar.
► If the groove depth is less than the minimum depth:
Mount a new guide bar.
► Deburr the guide bar every week.
► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL servicing
dealer.
4.6.3 Saw Chain
The saw chain is in a safe condition if the following conditions
are fulfilled:
– The saw chain is undamaged.
– The saw chain has been sharpened as specified.
– The height of the cutter depth gauges is between the
service marks.
– The length of the cutters is between the wear marks.
WARNING
￭ Parts that are not in a safe condition cannot function
properly and safety devices can be disabled. People can
be seriously injured or killed.
► Never use a damaged saw chain.
► Sharpen chain as specified.
► If in any doubt: Contact a STIHL servicing dealer.
4.6.4 Battery
The battery is in a safe condition if the following points are
observed:
– Battery is undamaged.
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