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Stihl MS170 User Manual

Stihl MS170
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MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English
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If groove depth is less than specified:
N Replace the guide bar.
The drive link tangs will otherwise
scrape along the bottom of the groove –
the cutters and tie straps will not ride on
the bar rails.
Removing the shroud
N Use a suitable tool to open the catch
by turning it 90° to the left
N Lift off the shroud
Refitting the shroud
Install parts in reverse order.
If there is a noticeable loss of engine
power
N Simultaneously press the throttle
trigger lockout and throttle trigger
and set the Master Control lever to
cold start l
N Clean away loose dirt from around
the filter
N Remove the shroud – see "Shroud"
N Pull the filter upwards to remove
N Knock out the filter or blow it clear
with compressed air from the inside
outwards - do not wash
Do not clean fleece filters with a brush!
If the filter cannot be cleaned or is
damaged, replace the filter
N Reinstall air filter
Chain
type
Chain pitch Minimum
groove depth
Picco 1/4" P 0.16" (4.0 mm)
Rapid 1/4" 0.16" (4.0 mm)
Picco 3/8" P 0.20" (5.0 mm)
Rapid 3/8"; 0.325" 0.24" (6.0 mm)
Rapid 0.404" 0.28" (7.0 mm)
Shroud
207BA039 KN
Cleaning the Air Filter
207BA037 KN

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Stihl MS170 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Displacement30.1 cc
Powerhead Weight3.9 kg (8.6 lbs)
Sound Pressure Level100 dB(A)
Engine Power1.7 bhp
Weight8.6 lbs
Fuel Capacity8.5 oz
Chain Oil Capacity145 ml (4.9 fl oz)
Oilomatic Chain Pitch3/8 in
Chain Pitch3/8 in
Guide Bar Length30-35 cm (12-14 in.)

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