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General| Engine Power | 2.0 kW |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 40.2 cc |
| Weight | 4.6 kg |
| Power Output | 2.0 kW |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" |
| Powerhead Weight | 4.6 kg |
| Bar Length | 40 cm |
| Oil Capacity | 200 cc |
| Bar Lengths Available | 35 cm (14") / 40 cm (16") |
General warnings about operating the chainsaw safely to avoid injury.
Specific warnings regarding minors, bystanders, and unattended use.
Warnings against unauthorized modifications and using damaged tools.
Information on the required fuel mix and safety during fueling.
Detailed steps and warnings for safely fueling the chainsaw.
Warning against operating damaged or improperly assembled saws.
Guidelines for safe starting location and operating solo.
Requirement to engage the chain brake before starting.
Warning against dangerous drop-starting methods.
Ensure the guide bar and chain are clear of obstructions before starting.
How to firmly grip the chainsaw with both hands for control.
Warnings against working on ladders or overreaching.
Precautions for working in trees, requiring training and safety gear.
Keep bystanders clear and avoid working alone.
Risks of toxic exhaust fumes and ventilation requirements.
Danger of asbestos dust and contacting employer/OSHA.
Explains how reactive forces can cause injury and loss of control.
Defines kickback and its causes, like bar nose contact.
Describes the rotational force during kickback and its danger.
Factors influencing kickback force and occurrence.
Explains the Quickstop chain brake system.
Role of the front hand guard in protecting the hand and activating brake.
STIHL's recommendations for reduced kickback bars/chains.
Reduced kickback features reduce risk, not prevent kickback.
Impact of dull or improperly sharpened chains on kickback.
Practical techniques to avoid kickback situations.
Explains pull-in, a reactive force, and how it occurs.
Explains pushback, a reactive force, and its causes.
Factors affecting fall direction and risks with decayed trees.
Establishing and clearing escape paths before felling.
Extreme danger of kickback during plunge cutting.
Safety measures when the tree is about to fall.
Precautions for dealing with trees that do not fall completely.
Warnings and techniques for removing branches from a fallen tree.
Safe practices for cutting logs into sections.
Caution when cutting limbs or logs under tension (spring poles).
Managing pinch risk when cutting logs under strain.
Warnings about working in tangled or "blow down" areas.
Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for safety.
Engine must be stopped for all maintenance and repair work.
Warnings about operating with a damaged muffler or screen.
Regular servicing of the chain brake system.
Details on required gasoline and STIHL two-stroke oil mix.
Precautions for safe fueling and canister handling.
Warning against using waste oil due to health and environmental risks.
Explains how to lock the chain using the brake.
How to release the chain brake before operation.
Procedure to check the chain brake operation before starting.
Risks of high revs with engaged chain brake.
Explains the four positions of the Master Control lever.
General steps for starting the chainsaw.
How to properly shut down the engine.
Actions when the engine begins to fire.
Troubleshooting steps if the engine does not start.
Warning against high revs with engaged chain brake.
Importance of checking chain tension during operation.
Steps for cleaning or replacing air filter elements.
Actions to take if there is a noticeable loss of engine power.
Procedures for adjusting idle speed for various conditions.
Steps to check, clean, and gap the spark plug.
Warnings about spring tension and protective gear.
Benefits of a properly sharpened chain and risks of dull chains.
Steps for correctly filing the chain cutters and depth gauges.
Essential compliance with sharpening angles and dimensions.
