Stihl USG User Manual

Explanation of symbols used on the machine and in the manual.

Different ways text elements are marked for procedures and important notes.

Notes on components not installed in all models, marked with an asterisk (*).

STIHL's philosophy of continuous improvement and handling model differences.

Recommendations for protective clothing, including eye and hand protection.

Checks to perform before operating the sharpener for safety.

Guidelines for performing maintenance and repairs safely.

Instructions on how to securely mount the sharpener on a wall or workbench.

Steps to attach the specific mounting for saw chains.

How to adjust the clamp to suit the drive link gauge for accurate sharpening.

Instructions on how to correctly position the saw chain for sharpening.

How to adjust the lateral stop for precise cutter positioning.

Detailed steps for sharpening the first cutter (master cutter).

Procedure to set the correct grinding depth for the cutter.

Instructions for sharpening the second row of cutters.

How to check and adjust the depth gauge setting using a filing gauge.

Specifies scale settings for different hedge trimmer blade types.

Explanation of how the clamp mechanism operates for securing blades.

Instructions for fitting a single-sided cutting blade.

Instructions for fitting a double-sided cutting blade.

Fine-tuning the lateral stop for accurate blade sharpening.

Procedure for sharpening the teeth in a row on hedge trimmer blades.

Steps to securely clamp a circular saw blade for sharpening.

How to mount the special attachment for saw blade sharpening.

Adjusting the lateral stop for correct tooth positioning during sharpening.

Setting the correct depth for sharpening the saw blade teeth.

Details on different sharpening profiles for various tooth types.

Method to check and correct the tooth set after sharpening.

Step-by-step guide to sharpening the initial tooth on the saw blade.

Process for sharpening the rest of the teeth on the saw blade.

Importance of regular maintenance as per the chart.

Identification of components that are prone to normal wear.

List of optional accessories available for the sharpener.

Guidelines on who should perform maintenance and repairs.

Information on the ISO 9001 quality management system certification.