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Motor Cooling
Use a dry brush or similar tool to
N
clean the cooling slots at regular
intervals – see "Maintenance
Chart".
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Storing the Machine
For periods of 3 months or longer
Disconnect the plug from the wall
N
outlet.
Remove the saw chain and guide
N
bar, clean them and spray with
corrosion inhibiting oil.
Thoroughly clean the machine,
N
especially the cooling air inlets.
If you use a biological chain and bar
N
lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus,
completely fill the chain oil tank.
Store the machine in a dry and
N
secure location – out of the reach of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
Checking and Replacing the
Chain Sprocket
Disconnect the plug from the wall
N
outlet.
Remove the chain sprocket cover,
N
chain and guide bar.
Replace the chain sprocket
a
1
2
1
7-tooth sprocket (MSE 210 C)
2
6-tooth sprocket with washer
(MSE 170 C)
after using two saw chains or
–
sooner
if the wear marks (a) are deeper
–
than 0.02 in (0.5 mm) since this
would reduce the life of the chain.
Use a gauge (special accessory) to
check the depth of the wear marks.
It is best to use two saw chains in
rotation with one sprocket.
STIHL recommends the use of original
STIHL sprockets to ensure correct
operation of the chain brake.
MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C
a