Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
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© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2020
0458-764-8221-A. VA4.E20.
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MSE 250 C
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
It has been built using modern
production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and trouble-free use of
the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions 2
Reactive Forces 7
Working Techniques 9
Cutting Attachment 17
Mounting the Bar and Chain (side
chain tensioner) 18
Tensioning the Saw Chain (side
chain tensioner) 19
Checking Chain Tension 19
Chain Lubricant 20
Filling Chain Oil Tank 20
Checking Chain Lubrication 22
Coasting Brake 22
Chain Brake 23
Connecting to Power Supply 23
Switching On 24
Switching Off 25
Overload Cutout 25
Operating Instructions 26
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 26
Motor Cooling 27
Storing the Machine 27
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 28
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 28
Maintenance and Care 32
Main Parts 33
Specifications 34
Ordering Spare Parts 35
Maintenance and Repairs 35
Disposal 36
Key to Symbols 37
CSA Standard 38
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings 39