Instruction Manual
Table Of Contents
- STIHL MS 500i
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Guide to Using this Manual
- 3 Overview
- 4 Safety Precautions
- 5 Preparing the Saw for Operation
- 6 Assembling the Saw
- 7 Engaging and Disengaging the Chain Brake
- 8 Mixing Fuel and Refueling the Chainsaw
- 9 Starting and Stopping the Engine
- 10 Checking the Saw
- 11 Operating the Saw
- 12 After Finishing Work
- 13 Transporting
- 14 Storing
- 15 Cleaning
- 16 Maintenance
- 17 Repairing
- 18 Troubleshooting
- 19 Specifications
- 20 Bar and Chain Combinations
- 21 Spare Parts and Accessories
- 22 Disposal
- 23 EC Declaration of Conformity
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► Plunge the guide bar into the felling cut until it
is visible at the other side of the trunk,
11.5.5.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
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► Shout a warning.
► With arms outstretched, cut through the hold‐
ing strap from outside at a downward angle.
The tree falls.
11.5.10 Felling a large diameter leaner
A leaner is felled with a felling cut and holding
strap. This felling cut must be performed if the
tree diameter is greater than the guide bar’s
length.
► Shout a warning.
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2.
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5.
6.
4.
► Apply the spiked bumper behind the holding
strap at the same height as the felling cut and
use it as a pivot.
► Hold the saw horizontally and swing it into the
felling cut as far as possible.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
► Move to the other side of the tree.
► Apply the spiked bumper behind the hinge at
the same height as the felling cut and use it as
a pivot.
► Hold the saw horizontally and swing it into the
felling cut as far as possible.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
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► Shout a warning.
► With arms outstretched, cut through the hold‐
ing strap from outside at a downward angle.
The tree falls.
12 After Finishing Work
12.1 After Finishing Work
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Allow chainsaw to cool down.
► If the saw is wet: Allow the saw to dry.
► Clean the saw.
► Clean the bar and chain.
► Loosen nuts on the chain sprocket cover.
► Turn the tensioning screw two full turns coun‐
terclockwise.
The chain is now slack.
► Tighten down nuts on the chain sprocket
cover.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers
the guide bar.
13 Transporting
13.1 Transporting the Chainsaw
► Shut off the engine and engage the chain
brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers
the guide bar.
Carrying the saw
► Carry the saw by holding the front handle in
your right hand with the guide bar pointing to
the rear.
Transporting the saw in a vehicle
► Secure the saw to prevent turnover and move‐
ment.
12 After Finishing Work English
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