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General| Engine Power | 4.2 kW |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 70.7 cm³ |
| Weight | 6.6 kg |
| Chain Oil Capacity | 0.36 L |
| Sound pressure level | 106 dB(A) |
| Vibration level left/right | 4.5/4.5 m/s² |
Explains activation by inertia in kickback situations.
Details manual activation via the front hand guard.
Describes manual activation by releasing the rear handle.
Explains pictograms and symbols used in the manual.
Covers machine features and engineering updates.
Summarizes warnings on kickback and selected risks from ANSI B 175.1.
Outlines crucial safety measures for chain saw operation.
Emphasizes understanding safety rules and the hazards of chainsaw use.
Stresses the importance of the operator's physical and mental condition.
Discusses vibration effects (whitefinger) and prevention methods.
Details necessary protective clothing and sturdy, slip-resistant footwear.
Advises on wearing safety hard hats and sound barriers for hearing protection.
Recommends goggles, protective glasses, and face shields for eye safety.
Warns against modifications and advises checking for damage before use.
Provides instructions for safely carrying and transporting the chainsaw.
Covers precautions for handling flammable gasoline and proper storage.
Details the process of fueling and correctly tightening the fuel cap.
Guides on inspecting the saw for proper condition and operation before starting.
Stresses the critical nature of chain tension and its adjustment.
Provides a general outline of the engine starting procedure.
Explains the recommended method for starting the saw on the ground.
Describes an alternative method for starting the saw without placing it on the ground.
Details how to adjust engine speed immediately after starting.
Guides on how to hold and control the chainsaw firmly with both hands.
Lists essential safety practices during operation, including one-handed use and hand/foot placement.
Advises on maintaining footing and balance, especially in challenging terrain or weather.
Covers safe working posture, avoiding ladders, and not working above shoulder height.
Emphasizes safe work areas, visibility, and proper ventilation against exhaust fumes.
Discusses risks associated with inhaling dusts and airborne contaminants.
Alerts users to the severe dangers of asbestos dust inhalation.
Covers throttle lock, emergency stop, engine shutdown, flywheel effect, and chain catcher.
Details maintenance for buffers, misuse, foreign contact, hot parts, and muffler.
Focuses on safe operation and maintenance of the catalytic converter system.
Explains reactive forces and their potential to cause loss of control and injury.
Defines kickback and lists factors influencing its occurrence and force.
Refers to the ANSI B 175.1-2000 standard for chainsaw kickback criteria.
Outlines ANSI requirements for saw displacement and kickback angles.
Introduces the STIHL Quickstop chain brake as a kickback injury reduction device.
Explains STIHL's reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains.
Defines "low kickback saw chain" based on ANSI performance requirements.
States that reduction features do not eliminate kickback risk.
Discusses reduced kickback bars and warns against using bow guides.
Lists techniques to avoid kickback situations like firm grip and avoiding nose contact.
Provides specific advice to prevent pull-in incidents during cutting.
Lists methods to prevent pushback, such as avoiding top bar use and not twisting the saw.
Covers assessing tree conditions and planning for felling direction.
Provides instructions for felling, including safety distances and warnings.
Details how to plan and clear escape routes before felling a tree.
Guides on how to cut large buttress roots before felling.
Explains how to use the saw's sight for accurate felling direction.
Describes the steps for making a conventional felling notch cut.
Details the open-face technique for making a felling notch.
Explains the purpose and technique of making sapwood cuts.
Covers the execution of the felling cut, including hinge creation.
Guides on inserting wedges to control tree fall direction and safety.
Describes a simple fan cut method for felling small diameter trees.
Introduces dangerous methods for felling trees wider than the guide bar.
Explains the sectioning method for felling large trees.
Details the plunge-cut method for felling large trees, emphasizing danger.
Warns about the extreme danger of kickback during plunge cuts.
Guides on safely removing branches from a fallen tree.
Advises caution when cutting limbs under tension to prevent springback.
Covers safety rules for bucking, like not standing on logs and watching for rolling logs.
Provides guidance on cutting small logs using sawhorse supports.
Explains how to manage logs under strain to avoid pinching and ensure safe cutting.
Covers user maintenance, professional repair, and warranty implications.
Details checking the spark plug and ignition lead for proper function.
Stresses that the chain brake requires proper maintenance to function effectively.
Explains the need to keep the chain brake system clean for proper operation.
Guides on correctly mounting the chainsaw's guide bar and chain.
Details the steps for fitting the chain and adjusting its tension.
Explains how to retension the chain while cutting if it becomes loose.
Lists the required gasoline and STIHL two-stroke oil mix ratio.
Recommends high-quality unleaded gasoline and warns about fuel additives.
Provides essential advice on safe gasoline handling to prevent spills and fires.
Advises on mixing fuel in appropriate quantities and storing it safely.
Details cleaning the filler area and the procedure for opening the fuel cap.
Guides on properly closing the fuel cap to ensure a secure fit.
Explains the annual procedure for changing the fuel pickup body.
Explains the two main functions of the STIHL chain brake system.
Details how the chain brake is activated and disengaged.
Outlines rules for engaging the chain brake and warns about high revs with it applied.
Guides on checking the operation of both rear-handle and hand-guard activated brakes.
Lists recommended intervals for professional chain brake inspection and servicing.
Explains how to adjust the carburetor for cold weather to prevent icing.
Guides on installing the optional cover plate for extremely cold conditions.
Provides instructions for starting the chainsaw when it is very cold.
Defines the functions of the Master Control lever's positions.
Outlines the sequence of actions required for starting the engine.
Provides a step-by-step guide for starting the chainsaw while it is on the ground.
Describes an alternative method for starting the chainsaw, holding it between the knees.
Details actions after the engine first fires, including throttle blip and lever movement.
Explains how to disengage the chain brake and prepare the saw for use.
Covers specific procedures for low temperatures and engine shutdown.
Guides on restarting the engine after refueling.
Addresses issues like a flooded engine and provides solutions.
Recommends practices for the engine's break-in period to ensure longevity.
Explains how to check and adjust chain tension during operation.
Advises on slackening the chain after use to prevent damage.
Covers cooling the engine after heavy use and preparing for short-term storage.
Explains how to adjust the oiler screw for proper chain lubrication.
Details guide bar maintenance, including turning, cleaning, and measuring groove depth.
Introduces the air filter system and the choice between standard and HD filters.
Details cleaning procedures for the HD filter and its prefilter components.
Explains the factory standard carburetor setting and how to adjust it.
Addresses issues like engine stalling or chain movement at idle.
Explains when to replace the chain sprocket and the importance of using genuine parts.
Guides on the correct procedure for installing a new spur or rim sprocket.
Explains the benefits of a sharp chain and the risks of using a dull one.
Details the specific angles required for sharpening chain cutters correctly.
Guides on using a file holder for consistent angles and checking them with a gauge.
Explains how to file cutters from inside to outside and the importance of file stroke direction.
Details how to set the depth gauge to control chip thickness.
Explains how to check and lower depth gauges after sharpening the chain.
Guides on filing the depth gauge parallel to the service mark.
Explains how to use a filing gauge to ensure the depth gauge is set correctly.
Lists specifications for sharpening tools like files, holders, and gauges.
Identifies parts shown in the top view diagram of the chainsaw.
Identifies parts shown in the side view diagram of the chainsaw.
Defines terms for controls like levers, triggers, and buttons.
Defines terms for cutting parts (chain, bar) and engine parts (clutch).
Defines terms for other parts like the anti-vibration system.
Details EPA/CEPA and CARB emission compliance periods.
Lists engine displacement, bore, stroke, speeds, and spark plug details.
Provides specifications for the carburetor, fuel/oil capacities, and saw weight.
Lists cutting attachments recommended for kickback compliance.
Clarifies which maintenance tasks users can perform and which require authorized shops.
Explains warranty claim requirements, emphasizing the use of original STIHL parts.
Outlines the user's rights and responsibilities under the warranty.
Specifies what the manufacturer's warranty covers for emission control systems.
States the warranty duration and provides contact details for inquiries.
Details specific parts covered and the period for emission system warranty.
Explains diagnosis procedures, warranty work, and common warranty exclusions.
Lists STIHL's registered trademarks and color combination registration.
Lists STIHL's common law trademarks.
