Stihl MS 462 User Manual

0458-786-0121-A
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English 1 Introduction
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing STIHL. We develop and
manufacture our quality products to meet our customers’
requirements. The products are designed for reliability even
under extreme conditions.
STIHL also stands for premium service quality. Our
specialist dealers guarantee competent advice and
instruction as well as comprehensive service support.
We thank you for your confidence in us and hope you will
enjoy working with your STIHL product.
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE.
2.1 Symbols used with warnings in the text
WARNING
This symbol indicates dangers that can cause serious
injuries or death.
► The measures indicated can avoid serious injuries or
death.
15.4 Cleaning the Spark Plug
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16 Maintenance
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16.1 Maintenance Intervals
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16.2 Deburring the Guide Bar
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16.3 Sharpening the Saw Chain
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17 Repairing
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17.1 Repairing the Chain Saw, Guide Bar and Saw
Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
18 Troubleshooting
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18.1 Troubleshooting Chainsaw
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18.2 Standard Setting
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18.3 Adjusting Idle Speed
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18.4 Clearing the Combustion Chamber
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19 Specifications
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19.1 STIHL MS 462 Chainsaw
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19.2 Chain Sprockets and Chain Speeds
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19.3 Minimum Groove Depth of Guide Bars
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19.4 Noise and Vibration Data
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19.5 REACH
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19.6 Exhaust Emissions
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20 Bar and Chain Combinations
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20.1 STIHL MS 462 Chainsaw
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21 Spare Parts and Accessories
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21.1 Spare Parts and Accessories
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22 Disposal
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22.1 Disposing of Chainsaw
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23 EC Declaration of Conformity
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23.1 STIHL MS 462 Chainsaw
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1 Introduction
2 Guide to Using this Manual

Stihl MS 462 Specifications

General

Displacement	72.2 cc
Power-to-Weight Ratio	1.5 kg/kW
Weight (without cutting equipment)	6.0 kg
Fuel Capacity	0.73 l
Chain Oil Capacity	0.36 l
Vibration Level (left/right)	4.8/3.6 m/s²
Chain Pitch	3/8"
Engine Power	4.4 kW
Guide Bar Length	50-63 cm (20-25 in)