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Replacing Starter Rope / Rewind
Spring
:
Remove the shroud.
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Unscrew the oil tank filler cap and
drain the tank.
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Unscrew the fuel tank filler cap and
drain the tank.
Always keep chain oil and fuel mix
in approved safety-type canisters.
:
Remove screws from fan housing
and hand guard.
:
Lift away the fan housing.
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Tension the starter rope or rewind
spring or replace as necessary.
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Storing the Machine
For periods of about 3 months or longer:
:
Drain and clean the fuel tank in a
well ventilated area.
:
Dispose of remaining fuel and
cleaning solution properly in
accordance with local
environmental requirements.
:
Run engine until carburetor is dry,
this helps prevent the carburetor
diaphragms sticking together.
:
Remove the saw chain and guide
bar, clean them and spray with
corrosion inhibiting oil.
:
Thoroughly clean the unit,
pay special attention to the cylinder
fins and air filter.
:
If you use a biological chain and bar
lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus,
completely fill the chain oil tank.
:
Store the unit in a dry and high or
locked location, out of the reach of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
Checking and Replacing
Chain Sprocket
:
Remove the chain sprocket cover,
chain and guide bar.
:
Disengage the chain brake:
Pull hand guard toward the front
handle.
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Replace the chain sprocket after
using two Oilomatic chains.
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Replace sooner if the wear marks
on the sprocket are deeper than
approx. 0.02 in (0.5 mm) since this
would reduce the life of the chain.
You can use a gauge ("Special
Accessories") to check the depth of
the wear marks on sprockets.
It is best to use two chains in
rotation with one sprocket.
Use only original STIHL chain sprockets
to ensure correct operation of the chain
brake.
MS 170, MS 180, MS 180 C