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  • Page 1 STIHL MS 201 C-M 2 - 39 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Mounting the Bar and Chain..... 15 Guide to Using this Manual Tensioning the Saw Chain (side chain ten‐ sioner)............17 This Instruction Manual refers to a STIHL chain Checking Chain Tension......17 saw, also called a machine in this Instruction Fuel............17 Manual.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Engineering improvements the work in poor weather conditions (rain, snow, ice, wind). STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. For this reason we may modify Persons with pacemakers only: The ignition sys‐ the design, engineering and appearance of our tem of your chain saw produces an electromag‐...
  • Page 4 (e.g. leather). match your model and meet your performance requirements. Refuelling STIHL can supply a comprehensive range of per‐ Gasoline is an extremely flammable sonal protective equipment. fuel – keep clear of naked flames and fire – do not spill any fuel – no smok‐...
  • Page 5 2 Safety Precautions English cap, hose connections and the manual fuel pump (on machines so equipped). If there are any leaks or damage, do not start the engine – risk of fire. Have your saw repaired by a serv‐ icing dealer before using it again. –...
  • Page 6 (e.g. tingling correct when possible. Have the machine sensation in fingers), seek medical advice. repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer if the saw chain still continues to move during idling. 2.14 Maintenance and repairs...

  • Page 7: Reactive Forces

    – risk of fire due to the fuel! Check fuel cap regularly for tightness. Use only spark plugs that are in perfect condition and have been approved by STIHL – see "Speci‐ fications". Check ignition lead (insulation in good condition, secure connection).

  • Page 8: Working Techniques

    English 4 Working Techniques Quickstop chain brake: Pushback (B) This device reduces the risk of injury in certain situations – it cannot prevent kickback. When activated, the chain brake stops the saw chain within a fraction of a second – see the section "Saw chain"...
  • Page 9 4 Working Techniques English Sawing that you ask the responsible forestry office about the current fire hazard. Do not operate your saw with the starting throttle lock engaged. Engine speed cannot be control‐ led with the throttle trigger in this position. Work calmly and carefully –...
  • Page 10 English 4 Working Techniques Make sure no-one is endangered by the falling tree – the noise of your engine may drown any warning calls. Maintain a distance of at least 2 1/2 tree lengths from the next felling site. Determining direction of fall and escape path Select gap in stand into which you want the tree to fall.
  • Page 11 4 Working Techniques English – When felling, stand only to the side of the fall‐ Determine direction of fall with gunning sight on ing trunk and only move back laterally onto the cover and fan housing escape path – Plan escape paths on slopes parallel to the slope –...
  • Page 12 English 4 Working Techniques Sapwood cuts – With rotten trunks, leave a wider strip Plunge cutting – For relieving cuts during shortening – For wood carving Sapwood cuts in long-fibered softwood help pre‐ vent sapwood splintering when the tree falls. Make cuts at both sides of the trunk at same ►...
  • Page 13 ► Engage the spiked bumper behind the hinge logue to felling cut (E)). and use this as the rotation point – reposition Contact the STIHL dealer for the selection of the the chainsaw as little as possible felling wedge (suitable length, width and height).
  • Page 14 English 4 Working Techniques – Do not cut into the stabilizing strap – Cut horizontally – Do not cut into the holding strap. The felling cut must be continued on the oppo‐ site side of the trunk. Ensure that the second cut is at the same level as the first cut.

  • Page 15: Cutting Attachment

    5 Cutting Attachment English Chain Scabbard – Do not cut into the hinge ► Make the felling cut up to the holding strap (6) – Do not cut into the holding strap. Your saw comes standard with a chain scabbard that matches the cutting attachment.
  • Page 16 English 6 Mounting the Bar and Chain ► Rotate the captive nut (1) counterclockwise until it hangs loosely in the sprocket cover. ► Remove the sprocket cover (2) with captive nut. Mounting the Guide Bar ► Turn the screw (2) clockwise until there is very little chain sag on the underside of the bar –...

  • Page 17: Tensioning The Saw Chain (Side Chain Tensioner)

    Engine Oil ► Shut off the engine. ► Wear work gloves to protect your hands. If you mix the fuel yourself, use only STIHL two- ► The chain must fit snugly against the under‐ stroke engine oil or another high-performance...

  • Page 18: Fueling

    30 days. Exposure to light, the sun, low or high temperatures can quickly make the fuel mix unusable. STIHL MotoMix may be stored for up to 2 years without any problems. ► Thoroughly shake the mixture in the canister before fueling your machine.
  • Page 19 Filling Up with Fuel in alignment. Take care not to spill fuel while fueling and do not overfill the tank. STIHL recommends you use the STIHL filler noz‐ zle for fuel (special accessory). ► Fill the fuel tank. 10.4 Closing ►...

  • Page 20: Chain Lubricant

    Biological chain oil must be resistant to aging Bottom of cap is twisted in relation to top. (e.g. STIHL BioPlus), since it will otherwise ► Remove the cap from the fuel tank and check quickly turn to resin. This results in hard deposits it from above.

  • Page 21: Checking Chain Lubrication

    13 Checking Chain Lubrication English 14.1 Locking the Chain STIHL recommends you use the STIHL filler noz‐ zle for chain oil (special accessory). ► Close the tank cap. There must still be a small amount of oil in the oil tank when the fuel tank is empty.

  • Page 22: Winter Operation

    The chain brake is subject to normal wear. It is necessary to have it serviced and maintained regularly by trained personnel. STIHL recom‐ mends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Maintain the following servicing intervals: Full-time usage:...
  • Page 23 16 Starting / Stopping the Engine English ► Hold the saw firmly on the ground with your and the throttle trigger and hold them in that left hand on the front handle – your thumb position – set the Master Control lever to start } should be under the handle.
  • Page 24 English 16 Starting / Stopping the Engine 16.5 Cranking 16.6 Starting the Saw 16.5.1 Standard Version WARNING Bystanders must be well clear of the general work area of the saw. 16.6.1 Version with ErgoStart ► Press the manual fuel pump bulb at least five times –...

  • Page 25: Operating Instructions

    17 Operating Instructions English ► If the engine is cold: Press down the trigger NOTICE lockout (2) and pull the throttle trigger (3) at the same time. Hold both levers in that posi‐ Always disengage chain brake before accelerat‐ tion and set the Master Control lever (4) to ing the engine.

  • Page 26: Oil Quantity Control

    English 18 Oil Quantity Control resistances in the shortblock are greater during NOTICE this period. The engine develops its maximum power after about 5 to 15 tank fillings. Always slacken off the chain again after finishing work. The chain contracts as it cools down. If it is 17.2 During work not slackened off, it can damage the crankshaft...

  • Page 27: Taking Care Of The Guide Bar

    Chain type Chain pitch Minimum ► Remove the air filter upwards. groove ► Wash the filter in STIHL special cleaner (spe‐ depth cial accessory) or a clean, non-flammable sol‐ Picco 1/4" P 4.0 mm ution (e.g. warm soapy water) and then dry.

  • Page 28: Spark Plug

    The engine runs and the Master Con‐ eroded. Install only suppressed spark plugs of trol lever remains in position }. the type approved by STIHL – see "Specifica‐ ► Run the engine for at least 30 seconds but no tions".

  • Page 29: Storing The Machine

    – see "Specifications". ► If you use a biological chain and bar lubricant, ► Rectify the problems which have caused foul‐ e.g. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil ing of the spark plug. tank. Possible causes are: ►...

  • Page 30: Maintaining And Sharpening The Saw Chain

    Carbide-tipped (Duro) saw chains are especially angles wear-resistant. For an optimal sharpening result, STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers. A Sharpening angle STIHL saw chains are sharpened with a 30° sharpening angle. Ripping chains, which are sharpened with a 10° sharpening angle, are 0458-598-0121-C...
  • Page 31 ► To remove file burr, use a piece of hardwood ► Check angle with file gauge STIHL filing gauge (special accessory, see table All cutters must be equally long. "Sharpening tools") – a universal tool for check‐...
  • Page 32 English 25 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain ► Lay the appropriate file gauge (1) for the chain With varying cutter lengths, the cutter heights pitch on the saw chain and press it against the also vary and cause rough running of the saw cutter to be checked –...
  • Page 33 25 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain English WARNING Depth gauges that are too low increase the kick‐ back tendency of the chain saw. ► Lay the file gauge on the saw chain – the high‐ est point of the depth gauge must be flush with the file gauge ►...

  • Page 34: Maintenance And Care

    English 26 Maintenance and Care 26 Maintenance and Care The following information applies in normal operat‐ ing conditions. The specified intervals must be shortened accordingly when working for longer than normal or under difficult cutting conditions (extensive dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber from tropical trees, etc.).

  • Page 35: Minimize Wear And Avoid Damage

    Safety information label replace 1)STIHL recommends STIHL dealers2)Firmly tighten down the cylinder base screws of chainsaws (3.4 kW or more) after 10 to 20 hours of operation. 27 Minimize Wear and Avoid – Consequential damages due to continued use...

  • Page 36: Main Parts

    Oil tank capacity: 220 cc (0.22 l) 6 Chain sprocket cover 29.5 Weight 7 Chain sprocket dry, without bar and chain 8 Oil quantity control MS 201 C-M: 4.0 kg 9 Chain brake to ISO 11681 +/- 50 rpm 0458-598-0121-C...

  • Page 37: Ordering Spare Parts

    ISO 22867 29.6 Cutting Attachment Handle, left Handle, right Actual cutting length may be less than the speci‐ MS 201 C-M with 3.3 m/s 3.3 m/s fied length 3/8" P chain: MS 201 C-EM with 3.3 m/s 3.3 m/s 29.6.1...

  • Page 38: Maintenance And Repairs

    Certification No.: K-EG -2010/5599 Technical documents deposited at: ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG STIHL products must not be thrown in the gar‐ Produktzulassung bage can. Take the product, accessories and packaging to an approved disposal site for envi‐ The year of manufacture and serial number are ronment-friendly recycling.
  • Page 39 33 EC Declaration of Conformity English Dr. Jürgen Hoffmann Head of Product Data, Regulations and Licens‐ 0458-598-0121-C...
  • Page 40 *04585980121C* 0458-598-0121-C...

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