Instruction Manual

► If the engine does not stop:
► Move the Master Control lever to posi‐
tion
.
The engine stops.
► Do not use your chainsaw and contact your
STIHL servicing dealer for assistance.
Your saw has a malfunction.
10.6 Checking Chain Lubrication
► Start the engine and disengage the chain
brake.
► Hold the guide bar over a light surface.
► Open the throttle.
Chain oil is thrown off the chain and is visible
on the light surface. Chain lubrication is oper‐
ating properly.
11 Operating the Saw
11.1 Winter Operation
The carburetor may ice up if the engine is oper‐
ated at temperatures below +10°C. The shutter
must be set to the winter mode so that the carbu‐
retor is additionally heated by warm air from
around the engine.
NOTICE
■ The engine may overheat if is operated in the
winter mode at temperatures above +10°C.
► Change setting to summer mode.
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
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► Rotate the shroud fasteners (1) a quarter turn
counterclockwise.
► Remove the shroud (2).
► Pull out the shutter (3).
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3
4
► Hold the shutter (3) so that the lug (4) points to
the winter symbol.
► Push the shutter (3) into the guide as far as
stop.
You will feel it engage.
► Place the shroud (2) in position.
► Rotate the shroud fasteners (1) clockwise until
you hear a click.
The shroud fasteners (1) are locked.
11.2 Summer Operation
The shutter must be set to summer mode when
working at temperatures above +10°C.
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
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► Rotate the shroud fasteners (1) a quarter turn
counterclockwise.
► Remove the shroud (2).
► Pull out the shutter (3).
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4
► Hold the shutter (3) so that the lug (4) points to
the summer symbol.
► Push the shutter (3) into the guide as far as
stop.
You will feel it engage.
► Place the shroud (2) in position.
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