Stihl 038 - Definitions

Definitions
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. Oilomatic Saw Chain. A loop of chain having cutters,
tie straps and drive links.
- Guide Bar. Supports and guides the saw chain.
. Guide Bar Nose. The exposed end of the guide bar.
. Bumper Spike. Toothed stop for holding saw steady
against wood.
. Chain Brake. A device to stop the rotation of the
chain if activated in a kickback situtation by the
operator’s hand or by inertia.
. Front Hand Guard. Provides protection against pro-
jecting branches and helps prevent the left hand from
touching the chain if it slips off the handle bar.
Front Handle. Handle bar for the left hand at front of
saw.
- Spark Plug Terminal. Connects the spark plug with
the ignition wire.
- Handle Heating Switch. For switching the electric
handle heating on and off.
- Rear Handle. The support handle for the right hand,
located at or toward the rear of the saw.
. Rear Hand Guard. Gives added protection to
operator’s right hand.
Chain Sprocket. The toothed wheel that drives the
saw chain.
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. Chain Catcher. Helps to reduce the risk of operator
contact by a chain when it breaks or comes off the bar.
. Chain Sprocket Cover. Covers the clutch and the
sprocket.
Twist Lock. Lock for carburetor box cover.
Master Control Lever. Lever for choke control,
starting throttle, run and stop switch position.
Throttle Trigger Interlock. Must be depressed before
the throttle trigger can be activated.
Throttle Trigger. Controls the speed of the engine.
Chain Guard (Scabbard). Covers the bar and the
chain when the saw is not in use.
Muffler. Reduces engine exhaust noise and directs
the exhaust gases.
Starter Grip. The grip of the starter, for starting the
engine.
Oil Filler Cap. For closing the oil tank.
Fuel Filler Cap. For closing the fuel tank.
Clutch. Couples engine to chain sprocket when
engine is accelerated beyond idle speed.
(Not illustrated.)
Anti-Vibration System. The anti-vibration system in-
cludes a number of buffers designed to reduce the
transmission of vibrations created by the engine and
cutting attachment ti the operator’s hands.
(not illustrated).
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