MS 362 C-M
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felling cut. The chain brake will operate
only if it has been properly maintained
and the hand guard has not been
modified in any way.
Check operation of chain brake
Before starting work: Run engine at idle
speed, engage the chain brake (push
hand guard toward bar nose).
Accelerate up to full throttle for no more
than 3 seconds – the chain must not
rotate. The hand guard must be free
from dirt and move freely.
Chain brake maintenance
The chain brake is subject to normal
wear. It is necessary to have it serviced
and maintained regularly by trained
personnel, such as your STIHL servicing
dealer, at the following intervals:
Preheating the carburetor
N Remove the shroud – see "Shroud".
At temperatures below +50°F (+10°C)
N Pull the shutter (1) out of the
summer position (s).
N Fit the shutter in the winter
position (r) – symbol r must face
up.
N Install the shroud – see "Shroud".
Heated air is now drawn in from around
the cylinder to warm the carburetor – this
helps prevent carburetor icing.
At temperatures above +70°F (+20°C)
N Always return the shutter to the
summer position (s ) to avoid
engine running problems and
overheating.
At temperatures below +14°F (-10°C)
It is advisable to fit the cover plate kit
(special accessory) if you use your saw
in extremely cold conditions
(temperatures below +14 °F (-10°C), in
powder or drifting snow).
Cover plate
The cover plate (special accessory)
helps prevent snow being sucked into
the machine.
When the cover plate is fitted, the
shutter must be in the winter position.
In the event of engine running problems,
first check that conditions for use of the
cover plate still apply.
Fitting the cover plate
N Place the cover plate (1) in position,
engage the two tabs (arrows), and
secure it with the screws (2).
Full-time usage: every 3
months
Part-time usage: every 6
months
Occasional usage: every 12
months
Winter Operation
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