Stihl MS 462 C-M User Manual

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English 4 Safety Symbols on the Product
Clutch (not illustrated)
Engages the chain sprocket when the engine is
accelerated beyond idle speed.
Anti-Vibration System (not illustrated)
The anti-vibration system includes a number of anti-
vibration elements designed to reduce the transmission
of vibration created by the engine and cutting attachment
to the operator's hands.
# Rating Plate
Contains the product's serial number.
3.2 Features
The chainsaw may be equipped with the following features:
1 Handle Heating Switch
Switches the handle heating on and off.
Carburetor heating (not illustrated)
Heats the carburetor when the engine is running. Saws
with a handle heating system also have carburetor
heating.
4.1 Chain Saw
The following safety symbols are found on the chain saw:
5.1 Intended Use
WARNING
￭ This chain saw is designed for cutting trees, branches and
limbs. Use of the chain saw for operations different than
intended could result in serious injury or death.
– Cut wood only. For example, do not use chain saw
for cutting metal, plastic or masonry.
– Read and follow the operating and use instructions
in this manual for approved applications and
recommended working techniques.
￭ The saw chain has many sharp cutters. If they contact
your flesh, they will cut you even if the chain is not moving.
– Always wear heavy-duty work gloves when handling
the saw or its chain.
– Keep hands, feet and other parts of your body away
from the chain.
4 Safety Symbols on the Product
1
0000-GXX-3167-A0
To reduce the risk of injury, follow the specified
safety precautions.
Read and follow all safety precautions in the
instruction manual. Improper use can lead to
serious or fatal personal injury or property
damage.
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury and
hearing loss, always wear proper eye protection,
hearing protection and an approved protective
helmet, @ 5.3.
Avoid contact of the bar tip with any object. This
can cause the bar to kick suddenly up and back,
which may result in serious or fatal injury. Always
use two hands to operate the saw, @ 6.
5 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

Stihl MS 462 C-M Specifications

General

Idle speed	- RPM
Chain pitch	3/8 \
Blade length	710 mm
Product color	Black, Grey, Orange
Chain tensioner	Yes
Engine displacement	72.2 cm³
Power source	Gasoline
Sound power level	119 dB
Vibration emission	4.8 m/s²
Sound pressure level	108 dB