Stihl MSE 140 C User Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2012 0458-181-8221. VA3.F12. 0000001823_005_GB
MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
This machine has been built using
modern production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and troublefree use of
the machine.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning your machine.
Your
Hans Peter Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Cutting Attachment 14
Mounting the Bar and Chain (front
chain tensioner) 14
Mounting the Bar and Chain (side
chain tensioner) 15
Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 16
Tensioning the Saw Chain (front
chain tensioner) 18
Tensioning the Saw Chain (side
chain tensioner) 19
Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 19
Checking Chain Tension 19
Chain Lubricant 20
Filling Chain Oil Tank 20
Checking Chain Lubrication 21
Coasting Brake 21
Chain Brake 21
Connecting to Power Supply 22
Switching On 23
Switching Off 23
Overload Cutout 23
Operating Instructions 24
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 25
Motor Cooling 25
Storing the Machine 26
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 26
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 27
Maintenance and Care 30
Main Parts 31
Specifications 32
Special Accessories 33
Ordering Spare Parts 34
Maintenance and Repairs 34
Disposal 34
Important Safety Instructions 35
Key to Symbols 36
CSA Standard 37

Stihl MSE 140 C Specifications

General

Brand	Stihl
Model	MSE 140 C
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English