Stihl 171 User Manual

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STIHL MS 171, 181, 211
Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
Read and follow all safety precautions in
Instruction Manual – improper use can cause
serious or fatal injury.
Lea y siga todas las precauciones de
seguridad dadas en el manual de
instrucciones – el uso incorrecto puede causar
lesiones graves o mortales.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of kickback injury use
STIHL reduced kickback bar and STIHL
PMMC3 (3/8" Picco) or PMC3 (3/8" Picco)
chain depending on sprocket pitch or other
available low kickback components.
Advertencia!
Para reducir el riesgo de lesionarse como
resultado de un culatazo, utilice la barra de
contragolpe reducido y la cadena PMMC3
(Picco de 3/8 pulg) o PMC3 (Picco de 3/8 pulg)
de STIHL, dependiendo de la rueda dentada
usada y de otros componentes reductores de
contragolpe.

Stihl 171 Specifications

General

Fuel Capacity	250 ml
Chain Oil Capacity	145 ml
Engine Power	1.3 kW
Displacement	30.1 cc
Weight	4.3 kg
Bar Length	30 cm
Chain Pitch	3/8"

Summary

Introduction to the Manual

Understanding Manual Symbols and Pictograms

Explains the meaning of symbols and pictograms used throughout the manual for clarity.

Product Improvement Information

Notes that STIHL continuously improves products, potentially affecting manual content.

Chainsaw Safety Precautions

General Safety Rules and Operator Responsibilities

Covers crucial safety measures, including reactive forces, user duties, and minors.

Operator Preparedness and Health Considerations

Emphasizes the importance of the operator's physical state and awareness of vibration risks.

Protective Clothing, Footwear, and Hearing Safety

Recommends specific attire, footwear, and hearing protection for safe operation.

Tool Handling, Transport, and Fueling Safety

Guidelines for safe handling, transport, fueling, and general tool operation.

Engine Starting, Stopping, and Control Procedures

Step-by-step guide for safely starting, stopping, and controlling the engine.

Safe Working Conditions and Environmental Awareness

Guidelines for operating in safe environments, managing fumes and dust.

Understanding Reactive Forces and Kickback Hazards

Explains reactive forces like kickback, their causes, and severe injury risks.

Kickback Injury Reduction Measures and Devices

Covers ANSI standards and devices to minimize kickback hazards, including chain brake.

Chainsaw Operation and Cutting Techniques

Safe Tree Felling Procedures and Techniques

Comprehensive guide to felling trees, including escape paths and safety considerations.

Felling Cut Methods, Notches, and Tree Size Considerations

Details various felling cuts, notches, and techniques for different tree sizes.

Limbing and Bucking Log Cutting Procedures

Instructions and safety precautions for removing branches and cutting logs.

Chainsaw Maintenance and Technical Procedures

Cutting Attachment Installation and Chain Tensioning

Steps for mounting the bar, chain, and tensioning the chain correctly.

Chain Lubrication and Brake System Checks

Procedures for checking chain lubrication and chain brake operation.

Carburetor, Spark Plug, and Air Filter Service

Adjusting carburetor, servicing spark plug, and cleaning/replacing air filter.

Chain Sharpening and Guide Bar Maintenance

Instructions for sharpening the saw chain and maintaining the guide bar.

Starter Rope and Rewind Spring Replacement

Guide for replacing starter rope and rewind spring components.

Storing the Chainsaw Safely

Guidelines for storing the chainsaw for short and long periods.

Product Information and Warranty

Chainsaw Main Parts Identification

Diagram identifying main components and labels for the chainsaw.

Technical Specifications for MS 171, 181, 211

Detailed technical data for the MS 171, 181, and 211 models.

Special Accessories and Spare Parts Ordering

Information on available accessories and how to order replacement parts.

Federal Emission Control System Warranty

Details the warranty coverage for emission control systems as per Federal regulations.

California Emission Control System Warranty

Specific warranty provisions for emissions control systems in California.

Trademarks

STIHL Registered Trademarks

Lists registered trademarks of STIHL.

STIHL Common Law Trademarks

Lists common law trademarks owned by STIHL.