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► File down the depth gauges with a flat file so
that they are level with the STIHL filing gauge
18 Troubleshooting
18.1
Troubleshooting the Chainsaw
Most problems can be attributed to the same cause.
► Carry out the following measures:
► Clean the air filter.
► Clean or replace the spark plug.
► Adjust the idle speed.
► If the problem continues: Carry out the measured listed below.
Fault
The engine does not
start.
The engine idles
erratically.
The engine stops
while idling.
Poor acceleration.
The saw chain does
not start running
when revved up.
Engine does not
reach maximum
power.
Smoke or burning
smell while cutting.
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Cause
There is not enough
fuel in the fuel tank.
The engine has floo‐
ded.
The carburetor is too
hot.
The carburetor has
iced up.
The carburetor has
iced up.
The carburetor has
iced up.
The saw chain is
over-tensioned.
The chain brake is
engaged.
The saw chain is
over-tensioned.
The sprocket nose of
the guide bar is
blocked.
The muffler is soiled. ► Contact a STIHL servicing dealer.
The saw chain has
not been correctly
sharpened.
and parallel to the service mark. The STIHL fil‐
ing gauge must match the chain pitch.
► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL
servicing dealer for assistance.
17 Repairing
17.1
Repairing the Chain Saw,
Guide Bar and Saw Chain
The chain saw, guide bar and saw chain cannot
be repaired by the user.
► If the saw, guide bar or saw chain is damaged:
Do not use your saw, guide bar or saw chain,
and contact your STIHL servicing dealer.
Remedy
► Mix the fuel and top up the chainsaw.
► Vent the combustion chamber.
► Allow the chainsaw to cool down.
► If a manual fuel pump is fitted: Press the manual fuel
pump at least 10 times before starting the engine.
► Allow the chainsaw to warm up to +10 °C.
► Allow the chainsaw to warm up to +10 °C.
► Allow the chainsaw to warm up to +10 °C.
► Tension the saw chain as specified.
► Disengage the chain brake.
► Tension the saw chain as specified.
► Clean the sprocket nose of the guide bar with STIHL
resin solvent.
► Sharpen chain as specified.
17 Repairing
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