Stihl MS 461 User Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2014 0458-776-8621-A. VA7.C14. 0000006256_007_GB
MS 461 R
English
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Contents
The Rescue Saw is specially designed
for rescue operations. Only persons
specifically trained for rescue operations
should use the STIHL Rescue Saw.
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your STIHL
Rescue Saw.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL Rescue
Saw, it is important that you read, follow
and understand the safety precautions
and the operating and maintenance
instructions in chapter "Safety
Precautions and Working Techniques"
before using your Rescue Saw. For
further information you can go to
www.stihlusa.com.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
WARNING
Because a Rescue Saw is a high-speed
wood-cutting tool, some special safety
precautions must be observed as with
any other power saw to reduce the risk
of personal injury. Careless or improper
use may cause serious or even fatal
injury.
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 3
Depth Limiter 27
Adjusting Cutting Depth 28
Cutting Attachment 29
Mounting the Bar and Chain 30
Tensioning the Chain 31
Checking Chain Tension 31
Fuel 32
Fueling 33
Chain Lubricant 35
Filling Chain Oil Tank 35
Checking Chain Lubrication 36
Chain Brake 36
Winter Operation 37
Starting / Stopping the Engine 38
Operating Instructions 42
Oil Quantity Control 43
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 43
Air Filter System 44
Remove air filter 44
Cleaning the Air Filter 45
Engine Management 45
Adjusting the Carburetor 45
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 47
Spark Plug 47
Rewind Starter 49
Storing the Machine 49
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 49
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 50
Maintenance and Care 55
Main Parts 57
Specifications 59
Special Accessories 60
Ordering Spare Parts 60
Maintenance and Repairs 61
Disposal 61
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 62
Trademarks 64

Stihl MS 461 Specifications

General

Motor type	2-stroke motor
Chain gauge	1.6 mm
Chain pitch	3/8 \
Automatic oiling	Yes
Oil tank capacity	0.325 L
Fuel tank capacity	0.8 L
Engine displacement	76.5 cm³
Engine power	6 hp
Power source	Gasoline

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	6700 g