Instruction manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2012 0458-553-8221-A. VA4.A12. 0000001119_007_GB
MS 362, MS 362 C
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
This machine has been built using
modern production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and troublefree use of
the machine.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning your machine.
Your
Hans Peter Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Cutting Attachment 14
Mounting the Bar and Chain (side
chain tensioner) 14
Mounting the Bar and Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 15
Tensioning the Saw Chain (side
chain tensioner) 17
Tensioning the Saw Chain (quick
chain tensioner) 18
Checking Chain Tension 18
Fuel 18
Fueling 19
Chain Lubricant 23
Filling Chain Oil Tank 23
Checking Chain Lubrication 24
Chain Brake 24
Winter Operation 25
Electric Handle Heating 26
Starting / Stopping the Engine 27
Operating Instructions 30
Oil Quantity Control 31
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 31
Air Filter System 32
Cleaning the Air Filter 32
Engine Management 33
Adjusting the Carburetor 34
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 35
Spark Plug 35
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 36
Storing the Machine 38
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 39
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 40
Maintenance and Care 44
Main Parts 46
Specifications 48
Special Accessories 49
Ordering Spare Parts 49
Maintenance and Repairs 50
Important Safety Instructions 50
Key to Symbols 52
STIHL Limited Emission Control
Warranty Statement 53
CSA Standard 55