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STIHL MS 170, 180 Instruction Manual
English Contents Guide to Using this Manual 2 Checking and Replacing the Chain Dear Customer, Safety Precautions 3 Sprocket 36 Thank you for choosing a quality Reactive Forces 8 Maintaining and Sharpening the engineered STIHL product. Saw Chain 36 Original Instruction Manual Working Techniques 9 It has been built using modern Maintenance and Care 40 production techniques and Cutting Attachment 18 Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 42 comprehensive quality assurance. Mounting the Bar and Chain (front Main Parts 43 Every effort has been made to ensure chain tensioner) 18 your satisfaction and trouble-free use of Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick Specifications 44 the product. chain tensioner) 19 Ordering Spare Parts 46 Please contact your dealer or our sales Mounting the Bar and Chain (side Maintenance and Repairs 46 company if you have any queries chain tensioner) 21 Disposal 46 Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled. concerning this product. Tensioning the Saw Chain (front EC Declaration of Conformity 47 chain tensioner) 22 Your Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick chain tensioner) 23 Tensioning the Saw Chain (side chain tensioner) 23 Printed on chlorine-free paper Checking Chain Tension 23 Dr. Nikolas Stihl Fuel 24 Fueling 25 Chain Lubricant 25 Filling Chain Oil Tank 26 Checking Chain Lubrication 26 Chain Brake 27 Starting / Stopping the Engine 28 Operating Instructions 31 Taking Care of the Guide Bar 32 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2020 Shroud 33 Cleaning the Air Filter 33 0458-206-0121-B. VB5.J20. Adjusting the Carburetor 34 0000006734_012_GB Spark Plug 34 Storing the Machine 35 This instruction manual is protected by copyright. All rights reserved, especially the rights to reproduce, translate and process with electronic systems. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 1
English Intake air baffle: winter Engineering improvements Guide to Using this Manual operation STIHL's philosophy is to continually This Instruction Manual refers to a improve all of its products. For this Intake air baffle: summer STIHL chain saw, also called a machine reason we may modify the design, operation in this Instruction Manual. engineering and appearance of our products periodically. Pictograms Handle heating Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may not be covered Pictograms that appear on the machine in this manual. are explained in this Instruction Manual. Actuate decompression Depending on the machine and valve equipment version, the following pictograms may appear on the machine. Fuel tank; fuel mixture of Actuate manual fuel gasoline and engine oil pump Tank for chain oil; chain oil Symbols in text Engage and release chain brake WARNING Warning where there is a risk of an Coasting brake accident or personal injury or serious damage to property. Direction of chain travel NOTICE Caution where there is a risk of damaging the machine or its individual components. Ematic; chain oil flow adjustment Tension saw chain 2 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English Do not lend or rent your chain saw Clothing and Equipment Safety Precautions without the instruction manual. Be sure that anyone using it understands the information contained in this manual. Wear proper protective clothing and Special safety precau- equipment. tions must be observed to To operate a chain saw you must be reduce the risk of per- rested, in good physical condition and Clothing must be sturdy sonal injury when mental health. If you have any condition and snug-fitting, but allow working with a chain saw that might be aggravated by strenuous complete freedom of because of the very high work, check with your doctor before movement. Wear snug chain speed and very operating a chain saw. fitting clothing with cut- sharp cutters. retardant pads – no Do not operate the chain saw if you are loose-fitting jacket. It is important that you under the influence of any substance (drugs, alcohol) which might impair Avoid clothing that could get caught on read the instruction man- vision, dexterity or judgment. branches, brush or moving parts of the ual before first use and machine. Do not wear a scarf, necktie or keep it in a safe place for To reduce the risk of accidents or injury, jewellery. Tie up and confine long hair future reference. Non- put off the work in poor weather (headscarf, cap, hard hat, etc.). observance of the conditions (rain, snow, ice, wind). instruction manual may Wear suitable safety result in serious or even Persons with pacemakers only: The shoes – with cut-retard- fatal injury. ignition system of your chain saw ant material, non-slip produces an electromagnetic field of a soles and steel toe caps. General very low intensity. This field may interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce health risks, STIHL recommends Observe all applicable local safety that persons with pacemakers consult WARNING regulations, standards and ordinances. their physician and the pacemaker To reduce the risk of eye The use of noise emitting power tools manufacturer before operating this injuries, wear tight-fitting may be restricted to certain times by power tool. safety goggles conform- national or local regulations. ing to standard EN 166 or Intended use a face shield. Make sure If you have not used this model before: that the safety goggles Have your dealer or other experienced The machine may only be used to saw and the face shield fit user show you how to operate your wood and wooden objects. correctly. machine or attend a special course in its operation. Do not use the machine for any other Wear "personal" hearing protection – for Minors should never be allowed to use a purpose – risk of accidents! example, ear defenders. chain saw. Do not modify the machine in any way – Wear a hard hat wherever there is any Keep bystanders, especially children, this may increase the risk of personal risk of falling objects. and animals away from the work area. injury. STIHL excludes all liability for personal injury and damage to property The user is responsible for avoiding caused while using unauthorised injury to third parties or damage to their attachments. property. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 3
English Wear sturdy protective Clean the dust and dirt off the machine – Open the fuel filler cap carefully so that gloves made of a resist- do not use any grease solvents for this any excess pressure is relieved ant material (e.g. purpose. gradually and fuel does not splash out. leather). Clean the ventilation slots if necessary. The machine may only be refuelled in a well ventilated place. Clean the machine Do not use a high-pressure cleaner to STIHL can supply a comprehensive immediately if fuel is spilled. Do not spill clean the machine. The hard jet of water range of personal protective equipment. fuel over your clothing – contaminated can damage parts of the machine. clothing must be changed immediately. Transport Accessories The machines can be equipped with the following filler caps as standard: Before any transport – even over short Only use those tools, guide bars, chains, Screw-type tank cap distances – switch off the machine, chain sprockets, accessories or engage the chain brake and attach the After fueling, tighten technically equivalent components that down the screw-type fuel chain scabbard. This avoids the risk of have been approved by STIHL for this the saw chain starting unintentionally. cap as securely as machine. If you have any questions in possible. this respect, consult a servicing dealer. Use only high quality tools and accessories. Otherwise, there may be a This reduces the risk of unit vibrations risk of accidents and damage to the causing the fuel cap to loosen or come machine. off and spill quantities of fuel. STIHL recommends the use of genuine Check for leakage. To 001BA115 KN STIHL tools, guide bars, chains, chain reduce the risk of serious sprockets and accessories. They are of fatal burn injuries, do specifically designed to match your not start or run the engine Always carry the chain saw by the model and meet your performance until leak is fixed. handle – with the hot muffler away from requirements. your body, the guide bar must point to Before Starting Work the rear. Avoid touching hot parts of the Refuelling machine, especially the surface of the Check that your saw is properly muffler – risk of burns! assembled and in good condition – refer Gasoline is an extremely In vehicles: Properly secure the machine flammable fuel – keep to appropriate chapters in the instruction to prevent tipping, damage and chain oil clear of naked flames and manual. or fuel spillage. fire – do not spill any fuel – Check the fuel system for leaks, – no smoking. paying special attention to visible Cleaning parts such as the tank cap, hose Switch off the engine before refuelling. connections and the manual fuel Never refuel the machine while the pump (on machines so equipped). If Clean plastic parts with a cloth. Harsh engine is still hot – the fuel may spill over detergents can damage the plastic. – risk of fire! 4 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English there are any leaks or damage, do Your chain saw is a one-person saw. Do Never let the machine run unattended. not start the engine – risk of fire. not allow other persons to be in the Exercise caution with slippery surfaces, Have your saw repaired by a working area – not even while starting. water, snow, ice, steep slopes, uneven servicing dealer before using it Do not start the chain saw if the chain is ground or green wood that has just been again. in a cut. stripped of its bark – danger of slipping! – Check operation of chain brake, Move at least 3 meters away from the Use caution with tree stumps, roots, front hand guard place where the machine was refuelled ditches – danger of stumbling! – Correctly mounted guide bar and never start the motor in enclosed Do not work alone – keep within calling spaces. – Correctly tensioned chain distance of others who are trained in Lock the chain with the chain brake emergency procedures and can provide – The trigger and trigger lockout must before starting – risk of injury due to help in an emergency. Helpers at the move freely and spring back to the rotating chain! cutting site must also wear protective idle position when they are clothing (helmet!) and stand well clear of released. Do not drop-start the engine – start as the branches being cut. described in the Instruction Manual. – Master Control lever must move More care and attention than usual are easily to STOP, 0 or † During operation required when wearing ear protection, – Check that the spark plug boot is as warning sounds (shouts, beeps, etc.) secure – a loose boot may cause cannot be heard properly. arcing that could ignite combustible Ensure you always have a firm and safe footing. Take special care when the bark Take a break in good time to avoid fumes and cause a fire. is wet – danger of slipping! tiredness or exhaustion – risk of – Never attempt to modify the controls accidents! or safety devices in any way. Dust (e. g., sawdust), fumes and smoke – Keep the handles dry and clean – produced while using the machine may free from oil and dirt – for safe be hazardous to health. If dust is control of the saw. generated, wear a dust mask. – Make sure there is sufficient fuel When the engine is running: Note that 001BA087 LÄ and chain oil in the tanks. the saw chain continues to rotate for a To reduce the risk of personal injury, do short period after you let go of the not operate your saw if it is damaged or throttle trigger – coasting effect. not properly assembled. Always hold the chain saw firmly with No smoking when working with or near both hands: Right hand on the rear the chain saw - risk of fire! Combustible Starting the chain saw handle – even if you are left-handed. To fuel vapour may escape from the fuel ensure reliable control, wrap your system. thumbs tightly around the handlebar and Always work on a level surface. Ensure handle. a firm and secure footing. Hold the machine securely – the chain must not In the event of impending danger or in touch any objects or the floor – danger of an emergency, switch off the engine injury due to the rotating saw chain. immediately by moving the Master Control lever / stop switch to STOP, 0 or †. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 5
English Examine the saw chain periodically at a machine that is not in perfect working Storage short intervals and as soon as you note order. In case of doubt, have the unit any tangible changes: checked by your servicing dealer. When the machine is not in use, it – Switch off the engine; wait until the Check for correct idling, so that the saw should be stored in such a way that no- saw chain is stationary chain stops moving when the throttle one is endangered. Secure the machine trigger is released. Check the idle setting against unauthorised use. – Check condition and secure fitting regularly and correct when possible. – Check sharpness Have the machine repaired by a STIHL Store the machine in a safe, dry room. Never touch the saw chain when the servicing dealer if the saw chain still continues to move during idling. Vibrations engine is running. If the saw chain becomes jammed by an object, switch The chain saw produces off the engine immediately before poisonous exhaust gases Prolonged use of the power tool may attempting to remove the object – risk of as soon as the engine result in vibration-induced circulation injury! starts. These gases may problems in the hands (whitefinger be colourless and odour- disease). Always turn off the engine before leaving the machine unattended. less and may contain No general recommendation can be unburnt hydrocarbons given for the length of usage because it To change the saw chain, switch off the and benzene. Never work depends on several factors. engine. Risk of injury from the motor with the machine indoors starting unintentionally! or in poorly ventilated The period of usage is prolonged by: Keep easily combustible materials areas, even if your – Hand protection (wearing warm (e. g., wood chips, bark, dry grass, fuel) machine is equipped with gloves) away from hot exhaust gases and hot a catalytic converter. – Work breaks mufflers – risk of fire! Mufflers with Ensure proper ventilation when working catalytic converters can become in trenches, hollows or other confined The period of usage is shortened by: especially hot. locations – risk of fatal injury from – Any personal tendency to suffer Never work without chain lubrication – breathing toxic fumes! from poor circulation (symptoms: monitor the oil level in the oil tank. Stop If you feel sick, have a headache, vision frequently cold fingers, tingling work immediately if the oil level in the oil problems (e. g., your field of vision gets sensations). tank is too low and top up with chain oil smaller), hearing problems, dizziness or – Low outside temperatures. – see also "Topping up with chain oil" inability to concentrate, stop work and "Check chain lubrication". – The force with which the handles immediately. Such symptoms may be are held (a tight grip restricts If the machine is subjected to unusually caused by an excessively high circulation). high loads for which it was not designed concentration of exhaust emissions – (e. g., heavy impact or a fall), always risk of accident! Continual and regular users should check that it is in good condition before monitor closely the condition of their continuing work – see also "Before After finishing work hands and fingers. If any of the above starting work". symptoms appear (e.g. tingling sensation in fingers), seek medical Check the fuel system for leaks and Switch off the motor, engage the chain advice. make sure the safety devices are brake and attach the chain scabbard. working properly. Never continue using 6 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English Maintenance and repairs Check ignition lead (insulation in good servicing dealer – do not use the condition, secure connection). machine until the malfunction has been remedied, see "Chain brake". Always switch off the engine before any Check that the muffler is in perfect repair, cleaning or maintenance work working condition. and any work on the chain. Risk of injury Do not use the machine if the muffler is if the engine starts inadvertently! damaged or missing – risk of fire, Exception: adjustment of carburettor damage to hearing! and idle speed. Never touch a hot muffler – risk of burns! The machine must be serviced regularly. The condition of the anti-vibration Do not attempt any maintenance or elements influences vibration behaviour repair work not described in the – inspect anti-vibration elements Instruction Manual. All other work should periodically. be carried out by a servicing dealer. Inspect chain catcher – replace if STIHL recommends that maintenance damaged. and repair work be carried out only by authorised STIHL dealers. STIHL Switch off the engine dealers receive regular training and are – To check the chain tension supplied with technical information. – To retension the chain Use only high-quality spare parts. Otherwise, there may be a risk of – To replace the chain accidents and damage to the machine. If – For remedying malfunctions you have any questions in this respect, consult a servicing dealer. Observe sharpening instructions – for safe and proper handling, always keep Do not modify the machine in any way – the chain and guide bar in flawless this may increase the risk of personal condition. Keep the chain properly injury –risk of accidents! sharpened, tensioned and well To reduce the risk of fire due to ignition lubricated. outside the cylinder, move the master Change chain, guide bar and chain control level to STOP, 0 or † before sprocket in due time. turning the engine over on the starter when the spark plug boot is removed or Regularly check that the clutch drum is the spark plug is unscrewed! in perfect working condition. Do not service or store the machine near Always store fuel and chain lubricant a naked flame – risk of fire due to the only in the specified type of containers fuel. and ensure they are correctly labelled. Store in a dry, cool and secure place Check fuel cap regularly for tightness. protected against light and sunlight. Use only spark plugs that are in perfect In the event of a chain brake condition and have been approved by malfunction, switch off the machine STIHL – see "Specifications". immediately – risk of injury! Consult a MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 7
English Kickback occurs if, for example, – Be especially careful with small, Reactive Forces tough limbs, undergrowth and offshoots – the saw chain may The most common reactive forces are: become caught in them kickback, pushback and pull-in. – Never cut several limbs at once – Do not lean too far forward Dangers of kickback – Do not cut above shoulder height 001BA257 KN Kickback can result in – Use extreme caution when re- fatal cuts. entering a previous cut – Do not attempt plunge cuts if you – The saw chain in the area of the are not experienced in this cutting upper quarter of the guide bar nose technique unintentionally comes into contact with wood or a solid object – e. g., – Be alert for shifting of the log or unintentionally touches another limb other forces that may cause the cut during limbing to close and pinch the chain – The saw chain at the nose of the – Always cut with a correctly guide bar is briefly pinched in the cut sharpened, properly tensioned saw chain – the depth gauge setting must not be too large QuickStop chain brake: – Use low-kickback saw chains as well as narrow-radius guide bars This device reduces the risk of injury in certain situations – it cannot prevent Pull-in (A) kickback. If activated, the brake stops the saw chain within a fraction of a second – refer to chapter "Chain brake" in this Instruction Manual. 001BA036 KN Reducing the risk of kickback 001BA037 KN Kickback occurs when the saw is suddenly thrown up and back in an – Work cautiously and methodically uncontrolled arc towards the operator. – Hold the chain saw firmly with both A hands and maintain a secure grip When the chain on the bottom of the bar – Always cut at full throttle – overbucking – is suddenly pinched, caught or encounters a foreign object in – Be aware of the location of the guide the wood, the chain saw may suddenly bar nose – Do not cut with the guide bar nose 8 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English be drawn forward toward the log – to Dead wood (brittle, rotten or dead wood) avoid this, engage the bumper spike poses a significant, highly unpredictable Working Techniques firmly in the wood. hazard. It is extremely difficult or even practically impossible to recognise the Sawing and felling work, including all Pushback (B) danger. Use aids such as winches or related work (plunge cutting, limbing, draglines. etc.) may only be carried out by persons When felling close to roads, rail lines, who have been specially trained and power lines, etc., work with particular instructed. Persons who are not care. If necessary, notify police, power experienced chain saw users should not companies or railway authorities. carry out any such work – increased risk of accidents! Country-specific legislation on felling 001BA038 KN technique must be complied with during B felling work. When the chain on the top of the bar – Cutting underbucking – is suddenly pinched, caught or encounters a foreign object in Do not operate your saw with the the wood, the chain saw may suddenly starting throttle lock engaged. Engine be driven straight back toward the speed cannot be controlled with the operator – to avoid this: throttle trigger in this position. – Do not allow the top of the guide bar Work calmly and carefully – in daylight to become jammed conditions and only when visibility is – Do not twist the guide bar in the cut good. Ensure you do not endanger others – stay alert at all times. Be very careful First-time users are advised to practice cutting logs on a sawhorse – see "When – With freely hanging limbs cutting small logs". – With trunks that are under tension Use the shortest possible guide bar: The between other trees because they chain, guide bar and chain sprocket fell unfavourably must match each other and your saw. – When working in windbreaks In these cases, do not use a chain saw – use a hoist, winch or dragline instead. Pull out trunks that are lying about and have been cut free. Whenever possible, deal with them in open areas. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 9
English materials, dry plants or scrub. Always Note when reaching the end of a cut that contact your local forest authority for the saw is no longer supported in the information on a possible fire risk. kerf. You have to take the full weight of the machine since it might otherwise go out of control. When cutting small logs: 001BA082 KN – Use a sturdy and stable support – sawhorse. Position the saw so that your body is – Never hold the log with your leg or clear of the cutting attachment. foot. Always pull the saw out of the cut with – Never allow another person to hold the chain running. the log or help in any other way. Use your chain saw for cutting only. It is Limbing: not designed for prying or shoveling – Use a low kickback chain. away limbs, roots or other objects. – Work with the saw supported Do not underbuck freely hanging limbs. wherever possible. 001BA033 KN Take care when cutting scrub and young – Do not stand on the log while trees. The saw chain may catch and limbing it. throw thin shoots in your direction. – Do not cut with the bar nose. To reduce the risk of injury, take special If on a slope, stand on the uphill side of care when cutting shattered wood the log. Watch out for rolling logs. – Watch for limbs which are under because of the risk of injury from slivers tension. being caught and thrown in your When working at heights: – Never cut several limbs at once. direction. – Always use a lift bucket Lying or standing logs under tension: Make sure your saw does not touch any – Never work on a ladder or in a tree foreign materials: Stones, nails, etc. may Always make cuts in the correct be flung off and damage the saw chain. – Never work on an insecure support sequence (first at the compression The saw may kick back unexpectedly – – Do not work above shoulder height side (1), then at the tension side (2), the risk of accidents. saw may otherwise pinch or kick back – – Never operate your power tool with risk of injury. If the rotating chain makes contact with one hand a rock or other solid object there is a risk Begin cutting with the saw at full throttle of sparking which may cause easily and engage the spiked bumper firmly in combustible material to catch fire under the wood, and then continue cutting. certain circumstances. Dry plants and scrub are also easily combustible, Never work without the spiked bumper especially in hot and dry weather because the saw may pull you forwards conditions. If there is a risk of fire, do not and off balance. Always engage the use your chainsaw near combustible spiked bumper securely in the tree or limb. 10 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English Ripping cut: 1 001BA088 LÄ 2 001BA151 KN 1 1/ 2 1 21/2 Maintain a distance of at least 2 1/2 tree lengths from the next felling site. 2 Determining direction of fall and escape path 1 Select gap in stand into which you want 001BA152 KN the tree to fall. Pay special attention to the following 001BA189 KN points: N Make relieving cut at the – The natural inclination of the tree compression side (1) Cutting technique in which the spiked – Unusually heavy limb structure, N Make bucking cut at the tension asymmetrical growth, damage to side (2) bumper is not used – risk of pull-in – start the cut with the guide bar at the tree Be wary of pushback when making shallowest possible angle – take extra – The wind direction and speed – do bucking cut from the bottom upwards care since there is an increased danger not fell in high winds (underbuck). of kickback. – Direction of slope NOTICE Preparing for felling – Neighboring trees Do not cut a lying log at a point where it – Snow load is touching the ground because the saw Check that there are no other persons in – Take the general condition of the chain will otherwise be damaged. the felling area – other than helpers. tree into account – be especially Make sure no-one is endangered by the careful with trunk damage or falling tree – the noise of your engine deadwood (brittle, rotten or dead may drown any warning calls. wood) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 11
English Preparing work area at base of tree Felling notch – First clear the tree base and work B area from interfering limbs and Preparing the felling notch brush to provide a secure footing. – Carefully clear the base of the trunk (e.g., with an axe) – sand, stones 45° and other foreign objects will blunt the saw chain A C 45° 001BA146 KN 001BA040 KN B C – Remove largest buttresses: first the A Direction of fall 001BA271 KN largest buttress – saw first vertically, B Escape path (escape routes) then horizontally – only if the tree is – Establish escape paths for each in sound condition worker – approx. 45° diagonally The felling notch (C) determines the opposite to the direction of fall direction of fall. – Clear escape paths, eliminate Important: obstacles – Make a felling notch at right angle to – Put down tools and equipment at a direction of fall safe distance – but not on the escape paths – Saw as close to the ground as possible – When felling, stand only to the side of the falling trunk and only move – Cut to a depth of approx. 1/5 to 1/3 back laterally onto the escape path of the diameter of the trunk – Plan escape paths on slopes parallel to the slope – When walking away along the escape path, watch out for falling limbs and watch the top of the tree. 12 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English Determine direction of fall with gunning Checking the direction of fall felling notch to a depth of about 1/10 of sight on cover and fan housing trunk diameter. On large diameter trees, cut to no more than width of guide bar. Do not make sapwood cuts if wood is diseased. Basic information on felling cut 001BA153 KN 001BA153 KN Basic dimensions N Insert the chainsaw with guide bar in Your chainsaw has a gunning sight on the bottom of the felling notch. The the cover and fan housing. Use this gunning sight must point in the gunning sight. planned direction of fall – if necessary, correct direction of fall Making the felling notch C by re-cutting the felling notch. 1/10 When making a felling notch, align the Ø chainsaw so that the notch lies at a right Sapwood cuts angle to the direction of fall. During the procedure, various sequences are permitted for making a felling notch with a bottom (horizontal) cut and top (angled) cut – comply with C E national legislation regarding felling technique. 001BA259 KN N Make a bottom (horizontal) cut G N Make the top (angled) cut approx. 45°- 60° to the bottom cut The felling notch (C) determines the direction of fall. The hinge (D) functions like a real hinge to guide the tree to the ground. – Width of hinge: approx. 1/10 of the trunk diameter 001BA150 KN – Never saw through the hinge while felling – otherwise the tree will fall in a direction other than the one Sapwood cuts in long-fibered softwood planned – risk of accident! help prevent sapwood splintering when the tree falls. Make cuts at both sides of – With rotten trunks, leave a wider the trunk at same height as bottom of hinge MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 13
English The tree is felled with the felling cut (E). 1. Begin cut by applying the lower Select suitable felling wedges portion of the guide bar nose – do dependent on the trunk diameter and the – Cut horizontally not use upper portion because of width of the kerf (analogue to felling cut – 1/10 (at least 3 cm) of tree diameter risk of kickback. Cut at full strength (E)). higher than bottom of felling until the depth of the kerf is twice the Contact the STIHL dealer for the notch (C). width of the guide bar selection of the felling wedge (suitable The holding strap (F) or stabilizing 2. Swing the machine slowly into the length, width and height). strap (G) supports the tree and helps plunge cutting position – risk of prevent it from falling prematurely. kickback and pushback! Selecting the appropriate felling cut – Width of strip: approx. 1/10 to 1/5 of 3. Make the plunge cut very carefully. the trunk diameter Risk of pushback. The selection of the appropriate felling – Do not cut into the strip during the cut is dependent on the same tree felling cut characteristics that must be noted when determining the direction of fall and the – With rotten trunks, leave a wider escape paths. strip There are various different features of Plunge cutting these characteristics. This User Manual 001BA270 KN – For relieving cuts during shortening will only describe the two most commonly occurring variants: – For wood carving Where possible, use a plunge blade. The plunge blade and the upper/lower side of the guide bar are parallel. During plunge cutting, the plunge bar helps to keep the hinge parallel in form, 001BA260 KN i.e. the same thickness at all points. To do this, guide the plunge bar parallel to the sink chord. Felling wedges left: Normal tree – vertically upright tree with uniform Insert the felling wedge as soon as 1. crown possible, i.e. as soon as no obstruction of saw control is to be expected. Position right: Leaner tree - crown pointing in the felling wedge in the felling cut and direction of fall 3. drive in with suitable tools. 2. 001BA269 KN Only use aluminum or plastic wedges – do not use steel wedges. Steel wedges can seriously damage the saw chain and N Use a low kickback saw chain and cause dangerous kickback. proceed with special care 14 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English Felling cut with stabilizing strap (normal – Do not cut into the stabilizing strap tree) A) Thin trunks 1. 2. Implement this felling cut when the trunk 3. diameter is smaller than the cutting length of the chainsaw. 3. 4. 5. 001BA263 KN 1. 2. 001BA273 KN Shout a warning before starting the felling cut. N Set the felling wedge (3) N Engage the spiked bumper at the Shout a second warning immediately height of the felling cut and use this before the tree falls. as the rotation point – reposition the 001BA261 KN N Cut through the stabilizing strap, chainsaw as little as possible horizontal level with the felling cut, N Tip of the guide bar must penetrate with arms fully extended the wood before the hinge (1) – Shout a warning before starting the B) Thick trunks guide the chainsaw absolutely felling cut. horizontally and swivel as widely as Implement this felling cut when the trunk N Plunge cut the felling cut (E) – diameter is greater than the cutting possible plunge the guide bar fully in length of the machine. N Make the felling cut up to the N Engage the spiked bumper behind hinge (2) the hinge and use this as the – Do not cut into the hinge rotation point – reposition the chainsaw as little as possible N Make the felling cut up to the stabilizing strap (3) N Make the felling cut up to the hinge (1) – Do not cut into the stabilizing strap – Do not cut into the hinge The felling cut must be continued on the opposite side of the trunk. N Make the felling cut up to the stabilizing strap (2) Ensure that the second cut is at the same level as the first cut. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 15
English N Plunge cut the felling cut N Make the felling cut up to the hinge (4) – Do not cut into the hinge N Make the felling cut up to the stabilizing strap (5) 1. 2. – Do not cut into the stabilizing strap 001BA266 KN 001BA265 KN 6. N Plunge cut the guide bar into the Shout a second warning immediately trunk until it exits on the other side before the tree falls. N Make the felling cut (E) towards the N With outstretched arms, cut through hinge (1) the holding strap at a downward angle from outside. – Cut horizontally 001BA274 KN – Do not cut into the hinge N Make the felling cut towards the N Set the felling wedge (6) holding strap (2) Shout a second warning immediately – Cut horizontally before the tree falls. – Do not cut into the holding strap. N Cut through the stabilizing strap, horizontal level with the felling cut, with arms fully extended Felling Cut with Holding Strap (Leaner) A) Thin trunks Implement this felling cut when the trunk diameter is smaller than the cutting length of the chainsaw. 16 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English B) Thick trunks The felling cut must be continued on the N With outstretched arms, cut through opposite side of the trunk. the holding strap at a downward angle from outside. Ensure that the second cut is at the same level as the first cut. 1. N Engage the spiked bumper behind 2. 3. the hinge and use this as the rotation point – reposition the chainsaw as little as possible N Tip of the guide bar must penetrate the wood before the holding strap (4) – guide the chainsaw absolutely horizontally and swivel as widely as possible 5. 6. N Make the felling cut up to the 4. hinge (5) 001BA267 KN – Do not cut into the hinge N Make the felling cut up to the holding strap (6) Perform this felling cut when the tree – Do not cut into the holding strap. diameter is greater than the cutting length of the chainsaw. N Engage the spiked bumper behind the holding strap and use it as a pivot – avoid repositioning the chainsaw more than necessary. N The guide bar nose enters the wood (1) before it reaches the hinge – hold the chainsaw horizontally and swing it as far as possible. – Do not cut into the holding strap or hinge. N Make the felling cut up to the hinge (2) – Do not cut into the hinge 001BA268 KN N Make the felling cut up to the holding strap (3) – Do not cut into the holding strap. Shout a second warning immediately before the tree falls. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 17
English Chain Scabbard Cutting Attachment Mounting the Bar and Chain (front chain tensioner) A cutting attachment consists of the saw chain, guide bar and chain sprocket. Removing the chain sprocket cover The cutting attachment that comes standard is designed to exactly match the chain saw. 001BA244 KN 1 2 Your saw comes standard with a chain 143BA034 KN scabbard that matches the cutting 001BA248 KN attachment. a 3 If guide bars of different lengths are N Unscrew the nut and remove the mounted to the saw, always use a chain chain sprocket cover. scabbard of the correct length which – The pitch (t) of the saw chain (1), covers the complete guide bar. chain sprocket and the nose The length of the matching guide bars is sprocket of the Rollomatic guide bar marked on the side of the chain must match. scabbard. – The drive link gauge (2) of the saw chain (1) must match the groove 1 207BA009 KN width of the guide bar (3). 2 If non-matching components are used, the cutting attachment may be damaged N Turn the screw (1) beyond repair after a short period of counterclockwise until the operation. tensioning nut (2) butts against the left end of the housing slot. 18 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English Disengage the chain brake. Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick chain tensioner) 3 1 1 Removing the chain sprocket cover 2 4 207BA010 KN 001BA186 KN N Fit the guide bar over the studs (1) – the cutting edges on the top of the 1 bar must point to the right. 3 2 Pull the hand guard towards the 2310BA013 KN N front handle until there is an audible N Engage the peg of the tensioner click – the chain brake is slide in the locating hole (2) –- place disengaged. the chain over the sprocket (3) at the same time. N Swing grip (1) into position (until it Fitting the chain N Turn the tensioning screw (4) engages) clockwise until there is very little N Turn the wing nut (2) to the left until chain sag on the underside of the it hangs loosely in the chain bar – and the drive link tangs are sprocket cover (3) engaged in the bar groove. N Remove chain sprocket cover (3) N Refit the sprocket cover and screw on the nut only fingertight. Mounting the tensioning gear 143BA003 KN N Go to chapter on "Tensioning the Saw Chain" WARNING 1 Wear work gloves to protect your hands 2310BA014 KN from the sharp cutters. N Fit the chain – start at the bar nose. N Remove and reverse tensioning gear (1) MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 19
English Releasing the chain brake N Fit the saw chain – starting at the nose of the guide bar – pay attention 2 to the position of the tensioning gear and the cutting edges N Turn tensioning gear (1) to the right as far as possible 2310BA015 KN N Turn the guide bar so that the tensioning gear faces the user 001BA186 KN N Remove screw (2) 1 N Pull hand guard towards the front 3 handle until it engages audibly – 2 chain brake is released 181BA013 KN 3 Fitting the saw chain 2310BA016 KN N Place the saw chain on the chain sprocket (2) N Position tensioning gear (1) and guide bar (3) relative to one another N Slide the guide bar over the collar screw (3); the head of the rear collar screw must protrude into the oblong hole 2 2310BA017 KN N Insert and tighten screw (2) 1 181BA012 KN WARNING Put on protective gloves – risk of injury by the sharp cutters. 20 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English N turn the adjusting wheel (4) a little until the chain sprocket cover can Mounting the Bar and Chain be slid completely against the (side chain tensioner) engine housing Removing the chain sprocket cover N Swing grip (5) into position (until it engages) N Fit wing nut and tighten lightly N Next step: see "Tensioning the Saw Chain" 143BA034 KN 135BA011 KN N Unscrew nuts and remove chain sprocket cover N Guide the drive link into the bar groove (see arrow) and turn the 1 tensioning gear to the left as far as possible N Fit chain sprocket cover, sliding the 2 001BA185 KN guide lugs into the engine housing openings N Turn screw (1) to the left until the 4 tensioner slide (2) butts against the left end of the housing slot 5 2310BA018 KN When fitting the chain sprocket cover, the teeth of the adjusting wheel and the tensioning gear must mesh; if necessary, MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 21
English Releasing the chain brake Tensioning the Saw Chain (front chain tensioner) 3 1 1 2 4 001BA187 KN 001BA186 KN 143BA045 KN N Position the guide bar over the 1 bolts (1) – the cutting edges of the saw chain must point to the right N Pull hand guard towards the front handle until it engages audibly – N Position the locating hole (2) over Retensioning during cutting work: chain brake is released the peg of the tensioner slide – N Switch off the engine. simultaneously place the saw chain Fitting the saw chain over the sprocket wheel (3) N Loosen the nuts. N Turn screw (4) to the right until there N Hold the bar nose up. is very little chain sag on the N Use a screwdriver to turn the underside of the bar – and the drive tensioning screw (1) clockwise until link tangs engage in the bar groove the chain fits snugly against the N Refit the chain sprocket cover – and underside of the bar. then screw on the nut by hand until N While still holding the bar nose up, it is fingertight 143BA003 KN tighten down the nuts firmly. N Go to chapter "Tensioning the saw N Go to "Checking Chain Tension". chain" A new chain has to be retensioned more often than one that has been in use for WARNING some time. Put on protective gloves – risk of injury N Check chain tension frequently – by the sharp cutters see chapter on "Operating Instructions". N Fit the chain starting at the nose of the guide bar 22 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English Tensioning the Saw Chain Tensioning the Saw Chain Checking Chain Tension (quick chain tensioner) (side chain tensioner) 1 2 1 133BA024 KN 001BA112 KN 143BA007 KN Retensioning during cutting work: Retensioning during cutting work: N Shut off the engine. N Shut off the engine. N Shut off the engine. N Wear work gloves to protect your hands. N Pull out the hinged clip and loosen N Loosen the nuts. the wingnut. N The chain must fit snugly against N Hold the bar nose up. the underside of the bar and it must N Turn the adjusting wheel (1) N Use a screwdriver to turn the still be possible to pull the chain clockwise as far as stop. tensioning screw (1) clockwise until along the bar by hand. N Tighten down the wingnut (2) firmly the chain fits snugly against the N If necessary, retension the chain. by hand. underside of the bar. A new chain has to be retensioned more N Fold down the hinged clip. N While still holding the bar nose up, often than one that has been in use for tighten down the nuts firmly. N Go to "Checking Chain Tension" some time. N Go to "Checking Chain Tension". A new chain has to be retensioned more N Check chain tension frequently – often than one that has been in use for A new chain has to be retensioned more see chapter on "Operating some time. often than one that has been in use for Instructions". some time. N Check chain tension frequently – see chapter on "Operating N Check chain tension frequently – Instructions". see chapter on "Operating Instructions". MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 23
English Gasoline with an ethanol content of Storing Fuel Fuel more than 10% can cause running problems in engines with a manually adjustable carburetor and should not be Store fuel only in approved safety-type Your engine requires a mixture of fuel canisters in a dry, cool and safe gasoline and engine oil. used in such engines. location protected from light and the sun. Engines equipped with M-Tronic deliver full power when run on gasoline with an Fuel mix ages – only mix sufficient fuel WARNING for a few weeks work. Do not store fuel ethanol content of up to 25% (E25). For health reasons, avoid direct skin mix for longer than 30 days. Exposure to contact with gasoline and avoid inhaling Engine Oil light, the sun, low or high temperatures gasoline vapor. can quickly make the fuel mix unusable. If you mix the fuel yourself, use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or another STIHL MotoMix may be stored for up to STIHL MotoMix 2 years without any problems. high-performance engine oil in accordance with JASO FB, JASO FC, N Thoroughly shake the mixture in the STIHL recommends the use of STIHL JASO FD, ISO-L-EGB, ISO-L-EGC or canister before fueling your MotoMix. This ready-to-use fuel mix ISO-L-EGD. machine. contains no benzol or lead, has a high STIHL specifies STIHL HP Ultra two- octane rating and ensures that you stroke engine oil or an equivalent high- WARNING always use the right mix ratio. performance engine oil in order to Pressure may build up in the canister – STIHL MotoMix uses STIHL HP Ultra maintain emission limits over the open it carefully. two-stroke engine oil for an extra long machine’s service life. engine life. N Clean the fuel tank and canister Mix Ratio from time to time. MotoMix is not available in all markets. STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil: 50 Dispose of remaining fuel and cleaning Mixing Fuel parts gasoline to 1 part oil fluid properly in accordance with local regulations and environmental Examples requirements. NOTICE Gasoline STIHL engine oil 50:1 Liters Liters (ml) Unsuitable fuels or lubricants or mix ratios other than those specified may 1 0.02 (20) result in serious damage to the engine. 5 0.10 (100) Poor quality gasoline or engine oil may 10 0.20 (200) damage the engine, sealing rings, hoses 15 0.30 (300) and the fuel tank. 20 0.40 (400) Gasoline 25 0.50 (500) Use only high-quality brand-name N Use a canister approved for storing gasoline with a minimum octane rating fuel. Pour oil into canister first, then of 90 – leaded or unleaded. add gasoline and mix thoroughly. 24 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English Fuel pick-up body replacement Fueling Chain Lubricant For automatic and reliable lubrication of the chain and guide bar – use only an environmentally compatible quality chain and bar lubricant. Rapidly Preparing the machine biodegradable STIHL BioPlus is recommended. NOTICE Biological chain oil must be resistant to aging (e.g. STIHL BioPlus), since it will otherwise quickly turn to resin. This results in hard deposits that are difficult 143BA000 KN to remove, especially in the area of the chain drive and chain. It may even cause 143BA009 KN the oil pump to seize. N Before fueling, clean the filler cap The service life of the chain and guide and the area around it so that dirt bar depends on the quality of the cannot fall into the tank. Change the fuel pick-up body every lubricant. It is therefore essential to use year; to do this: only a specially formulated chain N Always position the machine so that the filler cap is facing upwards lubricant. N Drain the fuel tank N Open the filler cap N Pull the fuel pick-up body out of the WARNING tank with a hook and disconnect it Refueling from the hose Do not use waste oil. Renewed contact with waste oil can cause skin cancer. N Connect a new fuel pick-up body to Moreover, waste oil is environmentally Take care not to spill fuel while fueling the hose harmful. and do not overfill the tank. N Return the fuel pick-up body to the STIHL recommends use of the STIHL tank NOTICE filling system for fuel (special accessory). Waste oil does not have the necessary lubricating properties and is unsuitable for chain lubrication. WARNING After fueling, tighten down the filler cap by hand as securely as possible. Use a suitable tool (e. g., screwdriver of the combination wrench) for slotted filler caps. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 25
English If the oil level in the tank does not go Filling Chain Oil Tank down, the reason may be a fault in the oil Checking Chain Lubrication supply system: Check chain lubrication, clean the oilways, contact your dealer for assistance if necessary STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing Preparations dealer. 001BA158 KN 143BA024 KN N Thoroughly clean the oil filler cap and the area around it to ensure that no dirt falls into the tank. The saw chain must always throw off a N Position the machine so that the small amount of oil. filler cap is facing up. N Open the filler cap. NOTICE Fill up with chain oil. Never operate your saw without chain lubrication. If the chain runs dry, the whole cutting attachment will be N Refill the chain oil tank every time irretrievably damaged within a very short you refuel. time. Always check chain lubrication and Take care not to spill chain oil while the oil level in the tank before starting refilling and do not overfill the tank. work. STIHL recommends you use the STIHL Every new chain has to be broken in for filler nozzle for chain oil (special about 2 to 3 minutes. accessory). After breaking in the chain, check chain N Close the filler cap. tension and adjust if necessary – see "Checking Chain Tension". There must still be a small amount of oil in the oil tank when the fuel tank is empty. 26 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English Releasing the chain brake The chain brake will operate only if the Chain Brake hand guard has not been modified in any way. Check operation of the chain brake Before starting work: Run engine at idle Locking the chain speed, engage the chain brake (push hand guard toward bar nose) and open the throttle wide for no more than 3 seconds – the chain must not rotate. The hand guard must be free from dirt and move freely. Chain brake maintenance The chain brake is subject to normal 143BA012 KN wear. It is necessary to have it serviced and maintained regularly by trained personnel. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried N Pull the hand guard back toward the out exclusively by an authorized STIHL front handle, servicing dealer. Maintain the following servicing intervals: NOTICE Full-time usage: every 3 143BA011 KN Always disengage chain brake before months accelerating the engine (except when Part-time usage: every 6 checking its operation) and before months – in an emergency starting cutting work. Occasional usage: every 12 – when starting High revs with the chain brake engaged months – at idling speed (chain locked) will quickly damage the powerhead and chain drive (clutch, The chain brake is activated by pushing chain brake). the hand guard toward the bar nose with your left hand – or by inertia in certain The chain brake is also activated by the kickback situations: The chain is inertia of the front hand guard if the stopped and locked. kickback force of the saw is high enough: The hand guard is accelerated toward the bar nose – even if your left hand is not behind the hand guard, e.g. during felling cut. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 27
English Adjusting the master control lever Holding the chain saw Starting / Stopping the Engine To adjust the master control lever from There are two ways to hold the chain run F to cold start l, press and hold saw during starting. Positions of the master control lever down the throttle trigger lockout and throttle trigger simultaneously – set On the ground master control lever. To set the master control lever to warm start n, first set it to cold start l, then STOP push the master control lever into the warm start n position. Switching to the warm start n position 0 is only possible from the cold start l position. Simultaneously pressing the throttle trigger lockout and blipping the throttle trigger causes the master control lever to jump from the warm start n position to run F. To switch off the engine, set the master 001BA140 KN control lever to Stop 0. 207BA020 KN Position cold start l Stop 0 – engine off – ignition is switched – If the engine is cold N Place the chain saw securely on the off – If the engine stalls during opening of ground and assume a steady Run F – Engine running or can start throttle after starting stance – the saw chain must not – If the fuel tank has run empty touch any objects and also must not Warm start n – this position is for (engine stalled out) touch the ground starting the warm engine – the master control lever returns to run when the N With the left hand on handlebar, Position warm start n throttle trigger is squeezed press the chain saw firmly against – If engine is warm (once the engine the ground – thumb wrapped Cold start l – this position is for has been running for approx. one around the handlebar starting the cold engine minute) N Place your right foot into the rear – When the engine has fired for the handle first time – After ventilation of the combustion chamber, if the engine was flooded 28 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English Between the knees or thighs Starting Versions with ErgoStart The ErgoStart stores the energy for starting the chain saw. For this reason, a Standard versions few seconds may pass between the pulling of the starter rope and the starting of the engine. N With the right hand, pull the starter grip slowly and smoothly – simultaneously press down on the handlebar – do not pull the starter rope out all the way – risk of breakage! N Do not let the starter grip snap back – guide it vertically back into the housing so that the starter rope can rewind properly 207BA021 KN Starting the chain saw 207BA022 KN N Clamp the rear handle between the knees or thighs WARNING N Grip the handlebar firmly with the There must not be anyone within the N With the right hand, pull the starter left hand – thumb wrapped around swivel range of the chain saw. grip slowly until you feel it engage – the handlebar and then give it a brisk strong pull – N Observe safety precautions simultaneously press down on the handlebar – do not pull the starter rope out all the way – risk of breakage! Do not let the starter grip snap back – guide it vertically back into the housing so that the starter rope can rewind properly With a new engine or after a long period of disuse, it may be necessary to pull the starter rope several times – to prime the fuel line. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 29
English For all versions When the engine has turned over for the first time STOP 207BA019 KN 0 0 3 1 207BA023 KN N Pull the hand guard toward the handlebar The chain brake is released - the chain N Move master control lever (3) to saw is ready for use. 2 warm start n and continue cranking NOTICE Once the engine is running Open the throttle only when the chain 207BA025 KN brake is off. Increased engine speeds with the chain brake on (saw chain is stationary) will quickly damage the N Push the hand guard (1) forwards – STOP clutch and chain brake. the saw chain is blocked 0 N Simultaneously press and hold At very low temperatures down the throttle trigger lockout (2) 3 2 and throttle trigger – set master 207BA024 KN N Let the engine warm up briefly with control lever 4 the throttle slightly open Position cold start l Switching off the engine – If engine is cold (even if the engine N Press the throttle trigger lockout (2) has stalled during opening of and blip the throttle trigger (4); the throttle after starting) master control lever (3) jumps to N Move the master control lever to the run F and the engine begins to idle stop position 0 Position warm start n – If engine is warm (once the engine If the engine does not start NOTICE has been running for approx. one minute) The engine must be switched to idle immediately – otherwise, damage to the The master control lever was not N Hold and start the chain saw returned from the position cold start l engine housing and chain brake may occur when the chain brake is locked. to warm start n in time, the engine may be flooded. 30 MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English N Move the master control lever to the Chain cold stop position 0 Operating Instructions Tension is correct when the chain fits N Remove the spark plug - see "Spark snugly against the underside of the bar plug" but can still be pulled along the bar by During the break-in period hand. Retension if necessary – see N Dry the spark plug "Tensioning the Saw Chain". N Crank the engine several times with A factory new machine should not be run the starter – to clear the combustion at high revs (full throttle off load) for the Chain at operating temperature chamber first three tank fillings. This avoids The chain stretches and begins to sag. N Replace the spark plug – see "Spark unnecessarily high loads during the The drive links must not come out of the plug" break-in period. As all moving parts bar groove on the underside of the bar – have to bed in during the break-in the chain may otherwise jump off the N Set the master control lever to warm period, the frictional resistances in the bar. Retension the chain – see start n – even if the engine is cold shortblock are greater during this period. "Tensioning the Saw Chain". N Restart the engine The engine develops its maximum power after about 5 to 15 tank fillings. NOTICE During work The chain contracts as it cools down. If it is not slackened off, it can damage the crankshaft and bearings. NOTICE After a long period of full-throttle Do not make the mixture leaner to operation achieve an apparent increase in power – After a long period of full-throttle this could damage the engine – see operation, allow engine to run for a while "Adjusting the Carburetor". at idle speed so that the heat in the engine can be dissipated by flow of NOTICE cooling air. This protects engine- mounted components (ignition, Open the throttle only when the chain carburetor) from thermal overload. brake is off. Running the engine at high revs with the chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly damage the After finishing work shortblock and chain drive (clutch, chain brake). N Slacken off the chain if you have retensioned it at operating Check chain tension frequently temperature during work. A new saw chain must be retensioned more frequently than one that has been in use already for an extended period. MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C 31
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