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Stihl MSE 170 C User Manual

Stihl MSE 170 C
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STIHL MSE 170 C, 210 C
Instruction Manual
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Table of Contents

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Stihl MSE 170 C Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandStihl
ModelMSE 170 C
CategoryChainsaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Guide to Using this Manual

Symbols in text

Explanation of symbols used to indicate warnings and notices in the manual.

Pictograms

Explanation of pictograms found on the machine and their meanings.

Engineering improvements

Information regarding STIHL's continuous product improvement policy.

Safety Precautions

General

General safety advice for operating the chainsaw, emphasizing awareness and proper use.

Intended Use

Clothing and Equipment

Transporting

Cleaning

Accessories

Electrical Connection

Before Starting Work

Switching On the Saw

During Operation

Take special care in slippery conditions

Advice on maintaining balance and footing in slippery or uneven conditions.

Watch out for obstacles

Awareness of potential tripping hazards in the work area.

Do not work alone

Recommendation to have assistance available in case of emergencies.

Check the saw chain at regular short intervals

Procedure for checking chain tension and condition during operation.

After Finishing Work

Storing

Vibrations

Maintenance and Repairs

Reactive Forces

Dangers of kickback

Explanation of the risks associated with kickback and its potential consequences.

Reducing the risk of kickback

Methods and techniques to minimize the risk of experiencing kickback.

Pull-in

Pushback

Be very careful

Working Techniques

Sawing

Techniques for safe and effective sawing of wood.

When working at heights:

Safety instructions for operating the chainsaw at elevated positions.

Sawing thin wood:

Limbing:

Lying or standing logs under tension:

Ripping:

Preparing for felling

Preparing the work area at the trunk

Felling notch

Making a felling notch

Step-by-step instructions for creating the felling notch.

Checking the direction of fall

Ensuring the felling notch is correctly aligned for the desired tree fall direction.

Sapwood cuts

Backcutting principles

Basic dimensions

Key measurements and guidelines for making the backcut.

Plunge cutting

Technique for using plunge cutting during backcutting.

Felling wedges

Select the appropriate backcut

Back cut with safety strip (normal tree)

Procedure for making a backcut on a normal tree, including safety strip.

B) Thick trunks

Backcut with holding wood (leaner tree)

Cutting Attachment

Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick chain tensioner)

Removing the chain sprocket cover

Steps for safely removing the chain sprocket cover.

Fitting the tensioning gear

Instructions for fitting the chain tensioning gear.

Fitting the chain

Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick chain tensioner)

Retensioning during cutting work:

Procedure for re-tensioning the saw chain while in use.

Checking Chain Tension

Chain Lubricant

Filling Chain Oil Tank

Filling up with chain oil

Closing the filler cap

Instructions for properly closing and locking the chain oil filler cap.

Checking oil level

Checking Chain Lubrication

Coasting Brake

Chain Brake

Locking the chain

How the chain brake is activated and locked.

Checking operation of the chain brake

Procedure to verify the chain brake is functioning correctly.

Connecting to Power Supply

Extension cords

Specifications and precautions for using extension cords with the chainsaw.

Switching On

Switching Off

Overload Cutout

Operating Instructions

During operation

Key operational checks and considerations while using the chainsaw.

Chain cold

How to check and adjust chain tension when the chain is cold.

Chain at operating temperature

How to check and adjust chain tension when the chain is warm.

After finishing work

Taking Care of the Guide Bar

Storing the Machine

Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket

Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain

Cutting effortlessly with a correctly sharpened chain

Benefits of a properly sharpened chain for cutting efficiency.

Chain pitch

Identification of chain pitch and its importance.

Filing and side plate angles

Correct angles for filing chain cutters and side plates.

File correctly

Depth gauge setting

Procedure for setting the depth gauge to ensure proper chip removal.

Lowering depth gauges

Sharpening Tools (special accessories)

Maintenance and Care

Main Parts

Specifications

Motor

Technical specifications for the chainsaw motor.

Chain Lubrication

Details on the automatic chain lubrication system.

Cutting attachment (MSE 170 C)

Cutting attachment (MSE 210 C)

Ordering Spare Parts

Maintenance and Repairs

Disposal

Key to Symbols

CSA Standard

Definition of the Chain Saw Classes according to CSA-Standard Z 62.1-11

Classification of chain saws based on CSA standards.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

1) Work area safety

Guidelines for maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

2) Electrical safety

Critical safety measures related to the electrical operation of the tool.

3) Personal safety

4) Power tool use and care

5) Service

Chain saw safety warnings

Causes and operator prevention of kickback

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