Overview - Stihl MSA 300.0 Instruction Manual

3 Overview

2.3 Symbols in Text
This symbol refers to a chapter in this
instruction manual.
3 Overview
3.1 Chainsaw and Battery
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1 Rear hand guard
The rear hand guard protects the right hand
against contact with the saw chain if the chain
breaks or comes off the bar.
2 Spiked bumper
The spiked bumper supports the chainsaw
against the wood while cutting.
3 Saw chain
The saw chain cuts the wood.
4 Guide bar
The guide bar supports and guides the saw
chain.
5 Chain catcher
The chain catcher catches the saw chain if it
breaks or comes off the bar.
6 Tensioning screw
The tensioning screw is used to adjust the
chain tension.
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The cover is part of the motor housing. Only remove the cover to install a Smart Connector 2 A and
store it safely for later re-installation. Always use the chainsaw with the cover or Smart Connector 2 A
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7 Chain sprocket
The chain sprocket drives the saw chain.
8 Chain sprocket cover
The chain sprocket cover covers the chain
sprocket and fastens the guide bar to the
chainsaw.
9 Nuts
Secure the chain sprocket cover to the chain‐
saw.
10 Chain scabbard
The chain scabbard protects against contact
with the saw chain.
11 Front hand guard
The front hand guard protects the operator's
left hand against contact with the saw chain
and is used to engage the chain brake in the
event of kickback.
12 Handlebar
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The handlebar is used to hold, control and
carry the chainsaw.
13 Locking lever
The locking lever holds the battery in the bat‐
tery compartment.
14 Battery compartment
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The battery compartment holds the battery.
15 Trigger lockout
The trigger lockout unlocks the trigger.
16 Control handle
The control handle is used to control, hold
and guide the chainsaw.
17 Trigger
The trigger turns the chainsaw on and off.
18 Unlock button
The unlock button is used to turn on the
chainsaw.
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19 Cover
The cover is the placeholder for a Smart Con‐
nector 2 A.
20 Pushbutton
The pushbutton is used to set the power
level.
21 Oil tank cap
The oil tank cap closes the oil tank.
22 Felling notch
The felling direction can be controlled by the
felling notch.
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