Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2019
0458-180-8221-A. VA2.A19.
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MS 461 R
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
It has been built using modern
production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and trouble-free use of
the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions 2
Mounting the depth limiter 3
Adjusting Cutting Depth 3
Chain lubrication 4
Converting a chain saw 4
Tensioning the saw chain (depth
limiter installed) 7
Checking the chain tension (depth
limiter installed) 7
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 8
Main Parts 10
Disposal 12