Stihl 038 User Manual

Warning!
Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel.
If spilled or ignited by a spark or other
ignition source, it can cause fire and
serious burn injury or property damage.
Use extreme caution when handling
gasoline or fuel mix.
Do not smoke or bring
any fire or flame near the
fuel.
Fueling Instructions
Fuel your chainsaw in well-ventilated
areas, outdoors only.
Always shut off the engine and allow it to
cool before refueling. Gasoline vapor
pressure may build up inside the gas-
tank of a two cycle engine depending on
the fuel used, the weather conditions,
and the venting system of the tank. In
order to reduce the risk of burns or other
personal injury from escaping gas vapor
and fumes, remove the gas cap on the
STIHL product carefully so as to allow
any pressure build-up in the tank to
release slowly. Never remove fuel filler
cap while engine is running.
Select bare ground for fueling and move
at least 10 feet (3 m) from fueling spot
before starting the engine. Wipe off any
spilled fuel before starting your saw, and
check for leakage.
Check for fuel leakage while refueling
and during operation. If fuel or oil leakage
is found, do not start or run the engine
until leak is fixed and spilled fuel has
been wiped away. Take care not to get
fuel on your clothing. If this happens,
change your clothing immediately.
Warning!
Unit vibrations can cause an improperly
tightened fuel cap to loosen or come off
and spill quantities of fuel. In order to re-
duce risk of fuel spillage and fire, tighten
fuel cap by hand with as much force as
possible.
The screw driver end of
OWL the STIHL combination
wrench or other similar
A tool can be used as an aid
in tightening slotted fuel
caps.
Starting
The chain brake must be blocked when
starting the saw
Warning!
Your chainsaw is a one-person saw.
Do not allow other persons to be near
the running chainsaw. Start and operate
your saw without assistance.
For specific starting instructions, see the
appropriate section of the Owner's
Manual. Proper starting methods reduce
the risk of injury.
Do not drop start. This method is very
dangerous because you may lose
control of the saw.
There are two recommended methods
for starting your chainsaw.
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With the first method, the chainsaw is
started on the ground. Engage the chain
brake (see "Chain Brake" chapter in
your Owner’s Manual) and place the
chainsaw on firm ground or other solid
surface in an open area. Maintain good
balance and secure footing.
Grip the front handlebar of the saw firmly
with your left hand and press down.
For saws with a rear handle level with
the ground, put the toe of your right foot
into the rear handle and press down.
With your right hand pull out the starter
grip slowly until you feel a definite
resistance and then give it a brisk, strong
pull.
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Stihl 038 Specifications

General

Brand	Stihl
Model	038
Category	Saw
Language	English