Stihl MS 881 User Manual

► With arms outstretched, cut through the hold‐
ing strap from outside at a downward angle.
The tree falls.
11.9.10 Felling a large diameter leaner
A leaner is felled with a felling cut and holding
strap. This felling cut must be performed if the
tree diameter is greater than the guide bar’s
length.
► Shout a warning.
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► Apply the spiked bumper behind the holding
strap at the same height as the felling cut and
use it as a pivot.
► Hold the saw horizontally and swing it into the
felling cut as far as possible.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
► Move to the other side of the tree.
► Apply the spiked bumper behind the hinge at
the same height as the felling cut and use it as
a pivot.
► Hold the saw horizontally and swing it into the
felling cut as far as possible.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
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► Shout a warning.
► With arms outstretched, cut through the hold‐
ing strap from outside at a downward angle.
The tree falls.
12 After Finishing Work
12.1 After Finishing Work
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Allow chainsaw to cool down.
► If the saw is wet: Allow the saw to dry.
► Clean the saw.
► Clean the bar and chain.
► Loosen nuts on the chain sprocket cover.
► Turn the tensioning screw two full turns coun‐
terclockwise.
The chain is now slack.
► Tighten down nuts on the chain sprocket
cover.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers
the guide bar.
13 Transporting
13.1 Transporting the Chainsaw
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers
the guide bar.
Carrying the saw
► Carry the saw by holding the front handle in
your right hand with the guide bar pointing to
the rear.
Transporting the saw in a vehicle
► Secure the saw to prevent turnover and move‐
ment.
14 Storing
14.1 Storing the Chainsaw
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers
the guide bar.
► Observe the following points when storing the
saw:
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Saw is out of the reach of children.
–
The saw is clean and dry.
15 Cleaning
15.1 Cleaning the chainsaw
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Allow the chainsaw to cool down.
► Clean the chainsaw with a damp cloth or
STIHL resin solvent.
► Clean vents with a paintbrush.
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Stihl MS 881 Specifications

General

Idle speed	2800 RPM
Motor type	2-stroke motor
Chain pitch	1/2.47 \
Blade length	900 mm
Product color	Black, Grey, Orange
Motor speed (max)	8500 RPM
Oil tank capacity	0.7 L
Fuel tank capacity	1.3 L
Engine displacement	121.6 cm³
Kickback protection	Yes
Engine power	8.7 hp
Power source	Gasoline
Sound power level	118 dB
Vibration emission	8.9 m/s²
Sound pressure level	106 dB

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	9800 g