Battery; Cleaning; Cleaning The Chain Saw And Battery; Cleaning The Guide Bar And Saw Chain - Stihl MSA 300.0 Instruction Manual

23 Cleaning

When storing the saw for three months or longer:
► Remove any wood chips or debris from the battery
compartment.
► Remove the chain and guide bar.
► Clean and spray the guide bar with a resin solvent, such
as STIHL Resin Remover and Lubricant.
► Clean the saw, @ 23.
► Fill up the chain oil tank, @ 14.4.2.
► Store the saw indoors in a dry and secure location, out of
the reach of children and other unauthorized persons.

22.2 Battery

WARNING
To reduce the risk of a short circuit, which could lead to
electric shock, fire and explosion, never store the battery in
a metal container or near metal objects, @ 9. If the battery
is damp or wet, allow it to dry thoroughly before storing,
@ 9.
WARNING
Extreme temperatures can damage the battery and may also
cause the battery to generate heat, rupture, leak, ignite or
explode, resulting in severe or fatal personal injury or
property damage. Use and store the battery only within an
ambient temperature range of 14 °F to 122 °F (- 10 °C to
50 °C), @ 9. Never store the battery in direct sunlight or
inside a vehicle in hot weather, @ 9.
To properly store the battery:
► Remove the battery from the chain saw or the charger.
► Make sure the battery is dry and store it indoors in a dry
and secure location.
► Keep it out of the reach of children and other unauthorized
persons.
► Protect the battery against dampness and corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
► Protect the battery from exposure to conductive liquids
such as salt water.
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► For maximum battery life, store the battery at an ambient
temperature between 50 °F and 68 °F (10 °C and 20 °C)
with a charge between 40 % and 60 % (2 green LEDs).
► Do not leave spare batteries unused. Use them in rotation.
23 Cleaning

23.1 Cleaning the Chain Saw and Battery

WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation, remove the battery and engage the chain brake
before carrying out any cleaning work, @ 9. Users of this
chain saw should carry out only the cleaning described in
this manual.
To clean the chain saw and battery:
► Clean the chain saw's polymer components with a slightly
dampened cloth. Do not use detergents or solvents. They
may damage the polymer components.
► Remove the sprocket cover and clean the area around the
chain sprocket with a slightly dampened cloth or resin
solvent, such as STIHL Resin Remover & Lubricant.
► Do not use a pressure washer to clean the chain saw or
otherwise spray it with water or other liquids.
► Keep the battery housing and guides free from foreign
matter and clean as necessary with a soft brush or soft,
dry cloth.

23.2 Cleaning the Guide Bar and Saw Chain

WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation, remove the battery and engage the chain brake
before carrying out any cleaning work, @ 6.4. Users of this
chain saw should carry out only the cleaning described in
this manual.To help prevent injuries, always wear heavy-
duty work gloves when handling the chain.
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