Stihl MSA 160 C User Manual

MSA 160 C, MSA 200 C
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N During operation, check the level of
the chain oil tank frequently – see
"Filling chain oil"
Checking the chain tension
Check chain tension frequently
A new saw chain must be retensioned
more frequently than one that has been
in use already for an extended period.
Chain cold
Tension is correct when the chain fits
snugly against the underside of the bar
but can still be pulled easily along the
bar by hand. Retension the saw chain if
necessary – see "Tensioning the Chain".
Chain at operating temperature
The chain stretches and begins to sag.
The drive links must not come out of the
bar groove on the underside of the bar –
the chain may otherwise jump off the
bar. Retension the saw chain – see
"Tensioning the Chain"
After finishing work
N Set hand guard to ƒ
N Remove the battery from the
machine
N Slacken off the chain if you have
retensioned it at operating
temperature during work
NOTICE
Always slacken off the chain after
finishing work. The chain contracts as it
cools down. If it is not slackened off, it
can damage the drive shaft and
bearings.
Long-term storage
See "Storing the machine"
N Flip the bar – after each sharpening
and each time the chain is changed
– to avoid uneven wear, especially
at the sprocket nose and on the
bottom
N Periodically clean the oil inlet
hole (1), oil outlet channel (2) and
bar groove (3)
N Measure groove depth – using the
measuring tool on the file gauge
(special accessory) – in the area
with the greatest wear
If the groove is not at least this deep:
N Replace guide bar
Operating Instructions Taking Care of the Guide Bar
Chain type Chain pitch Minimum
groove depth
Picco 1/4" P 0.16"
(4.0 mm)
3
2
3999BA019 KN
1
3

Stihl MSA 160 C Specifications

General

Voltage	36 V
Bar Length	12 in
Chain Gauge	0.043 in
Power Source	Battery
Bar Length (cm)	30 cm
STIHL Oilomatic saw chain type	Picco Micro 3 (PM3)
Sound Power Level	96 dB(A)
Chain Pitch	0.25 in
Recommended Battery	AP 300
Recommended Charger	AL 300