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STIHL 017 018 Instruction Manual Owner's Manual Assembling Safety Precautions Operating Instructions Maintenance Warning! Read and follow all safety precautions in Owner's Manual - improper use can cause serious or fatal injury. To reduce risk of kickback injury use STIHL reduced kickback bar and - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 2
STIHL has developed a color code system using green and yellow to help you select a powerhead, bar and chain combination that complies with the kickback requirements of the ANSI Standard. See the sections entitled "Safety Precautions" and "Specifications" of this manual of the guide bar instructions - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 3
43 Maintenance Chart 46 Specifications 47 Ordering Spare Parts 48 Stihl Incorporated Limited Warranty Federal and California Emission Control Systems Utility Engines 49 This manual contains operating and safety instructions for all STIHL 017, 018 series chainsaws. Pay special attention to - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 4
2 = Spark plug boot 3 = Decompression valve * 4 = Chain brake 5 = Chain sprocket 6 = Chain sprocket cover 7 = Chain catcher 8 = Chain tensioner 9 = Adjusting wheel of quick tensioner * 10 = Bumper spike 11 = Guide bar 12 = Oilomatic saw chain 13 = Oil filler cap 14 = Muffler 15 = Front hand guard 16 - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 5
Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for carburetor box cover. 2. Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug adjustment of chain tension. 9. Adjusting Wheel Permits precise adjustment of chain tension. 10. Bumper Spike Toothed stop for holding saw steady against wood. 017, 018 11. Guide Bar Supports and guides - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 6
and warnings. Read the Owner's Manual and the safety instructions periodically. Pay special attention to the STIHL chainsaws. Different models may have different parts and controls. See the appropriate section of your Owner's Manual for a description of the controls and function of the parts - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 7
those persons using chainsaws on a regular or sustained basis. - Wear gloves and keep your hands warm. Heated handles, which are available on most STIHL powerheads, are recommended for cold weather use. - Keep the saw chain sharp and the saw, including the AV system, well maintained. A dull chain - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 8
parts supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for use with the specific STIHL saw models are authorized. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the STIHL guard (scabbard) should be over the chain and the guide bar, which should point backwards. When carrying your saw, - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 9
chapter "Mounting the Bar and Chain" of your Owner's Manual. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must match each other in gauge and that combustible fuel vapors may be vented from the fuel system. Fueling Instructions !Warning! Fuel your chainsaw in well-ventilated areas, outdoors only. - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 10
by hand with as much force as possible. The screwdriver end of the STIHL combination wrench or other similar tool can be used as an aid in your saw without assistance. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of the Owner's Manual. Proper starting methods reduce the risk of - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 11
starting. Never attempt to start the chainsaw when the guide bar is in a cut or kerf. !Warning adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of your Owner's Manual. If you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your saw and make proper adjustments or repairs. After adjusting - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 12
engine. To reduce risk of burns do not touch the muffler and other parts while they are hot. Don't work alone. Keep within calling distance any questions as to whether the buffers should be replaced, consult your STIHL servicing dealer. !Warning! Take extreme care in wet and freezing weather (rain - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 13
trigger. Left-handers should follow these instructions too. Wrap your fingers tightly around the Never touch a chain with your hand or any part of your body when the engine is running, even Never work on a ladder, or on any other insecure support. Never use the saw above shoulder height. !Warning! - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 14
. Under some cutting circumstances the bar moves towards the operator, who may suffer severe or fatal injury. Kickback may occur when the nose of the guide bar is pinched unexpectedly, unintentionally contacts solid material in the wood or is incorrectly used to begin a plunge or boring cut. 12 - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 15
force of the kickback reaction. Some STIHL bar and chain types are designed to reduce kickback forces. STIHL recommends the use of reduced kickback bars listed as complying in the "Specifications" section of the Owner's Manual or - other replacement bar and chain combinations marked in accordance - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 16
if the chain brake does not function properly. Take the saw to your local STIHL Service Centre! Do not use the saw until the problem has been rectified (see the section "Chain Brake"). Quickstop chain brake STIHL has developed a chain stopping system designed to reduce the risk of injury in certain - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 17
Brake". Also make sure that the chain is not turning at idle speed (see above "Important Adjustments"). Low kickback saw chain and reduced kickback bars" STIHL offers a variety of bars and chains. STIHL reduced kickback bars and low kickback chains are designed to reduce the risk of kickback injury - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 18
aggressive chains, these bars may be less effective in reducing kickback, and may result in higher kickback forces. Bow Guides !Warning! Do not mount a bow guide on any STIHL chainsaw. Any chainsaw equipped with a bow guide is potentially very dangerous. The risk of kickback is increased with a bow - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 19
Cutting Techniques Felling Felling is cutting down a tree. 001BA037 LÄ 001BA038 LÄ Before felling a tree, consider carefully all conditions which may affect the direction of fall, including: A = Pull-in: B = Pushback: The intended direction of the fall. Pull-in occurs when the chain on the - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 20
001BA088 LÄ 001BA040 LÄ 001BA041 LÄ 1 1/2 1 21/2 Felling Instructions: When felling, maintain a distance of at least 21/2 tree lengths from the nearest person. When felling in the vicinity of roads, railways and power lines, - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 21
001BA019 KN 001BA042 LÄ Gunning sight When making the felling notch, use the gunning sight on the shroud and housing to check the required direction of fall: • Position the saw so that the gunning sight points exactly in the direction you want the tree to fall. Conventional cut A = felling notch - - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 22
height as subsequent felling cut. • Cut to no more than width of guide bar. This is especially important in soft wood in summer - it helps prevent never stand directly behind the tree when it is about to fall, since part of the trunk may split and come back towards the operator (barber-chairing), - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 23
Be extremely careful with partially fallen trees which are poorly supported. When the tree hangs or for some other reason these techniques. Sectioning method For the sectioning method make the first part of the felling cut with the guide bar fanning in toward the hinge. Then, using the bumper spike - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 24
notch. The plunge cut is made with the guide bar nose. Begin the plunge cut by applying the lower portion of the guide bar nose to the tree at slip or the log may roll. Start limbing by leaving the lower limbs to support the log off the ground. When underbucking freely hanging limbs, a pinch may - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 25
logs, place log through "V" - shaped supports on top of a sawhorse. Never permit instructions in the appropriate section of your Owner's Manual, especially those in the chapters "Mounting the Bar and Chain", "Maintaining and Sharpening" and "Chain Brake". !Warning! Use only STIHL replacement parts - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 26
repair work not described in your Owner's Manual. Have such work performed at your STIHL service shop only. !Warning! Never test the bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use. !Warning! In order for the chain brake on your STIHL chainsaw to properly perform its - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 27
at the bar nose - disengage the chain brake: Pull hand guard (3) toward the front handle. • Fit the guide bar over the studs (4) so that the chain cutting edges on the top of the bar point toward the bar the nuts only fingertight. • Now refer to chapter "Tensioning the Saw Chain". 017, 018 25 - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 28
sprocket (see "Specifications") The chain pitch must match the guide bar. In addition, the drive link gauge must match the guide bar groove width. • Pull out the hinged handle (1) the screw (5). • Position the tensioning gear (6) against the guide bar (7). • Fit and tighten down the screw (8). 26 - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 29
brake: Pull hand guard (10) toward the front handle. • Turn the guide bar so that the tensioning gear is facing you. • Fit the chain over the sprocket (11) and slip the guide bar over the stud (12) - the head of the rear collar stud must - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 30
sprocket cover in position engage guide lugs in recesses in engine housing and check that the teeth of the adjusting wheel and tensioning gear mesh. If necessary, turn the adjusting wheel (13) slightly until "During Operation". • Now refer to chapter "Checking Chain Tension" 017, 018 143BA038 KN - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 31
tension frequently see section "During Operation". 017, 018 143BA007 KN Fuel Mix This carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines etc.), but magnesium castings as well. This could cause running problems first, and then add gasoline. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent branded TC oils) US - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 32
as possible by hand. Use a suitable tool (e.g. screwdriver end of combination wrench) to tighten slotted fuel caps. 30 Change the fuel pick up body every year. Before storing your machine for a long period, drain and clean the fuel tank and run engine until carburetor is dry. 017, 018 - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 33
in the oil tank when the fuel tank is empty. If the oil tank is still partly full, the reason may be a problem in the oil supply system: Check chain lubrication, clean the oil passages, contact your STIHL dealer for assistance if necessary. 143BA010 KN 143BA024 KN The saw chain must always throw - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 34
Chain brake maintenance The chain brake is subject to normal wear and tear. It must therefore be checked and serviced regularly by trained personnel (e.g. STIHL dealer) at the following intervals: Full-time professional users: every 3 months Semi-professional users: every 6 months Occasional - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 35
the Master Control lever upward to "STOP" position $ b (4): The stop contact should engage the contact spring this cuts off the ignition system. 017, 018 Starting Only machines with easy start system: • Press in the button to open the decompression valve. The valve closes automatically as soon as - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 36
tightly between your legs, just above the knees. • Grip the front handle firmly with your left hand your thumb should be under the handle. 34 017, 018 - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 37
) it might otherwise break. • Do not let the starter grip snap back - guide it slowly into the housing so that the starter rope can rewind properly. • If engine is new, pull starter grip several times to prime the fuel line. 017, 018 When engine begins to fire: • Move Master Control lever (3) to - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 38
the engine several times with the starter to clear the combustion chamber. • Refit the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot reassemble all other parts • Set Master Control lever to "warm start" even if engine is cold. • Now start the engine. Fuel tank run until dry and then refueled • Pull - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 39
avoids unnecessary high loads during the break-in period. As all moving parts have to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances a long period - Drain and clean the fuel tank. •• Run engine until carburetor is dry. After a long period of full-throttle operation Allow engine to run - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 40
Cleaning Air Filter Taking Care of Guide Bar 2 143BA022 KN 143BA054 ST 143BA055 KN Dirty air groove depth Picco-Mini 3/8" 5.0 mm (0.20") If groove depth is less than specified: • Replace the guide bar. The drive link tangs will otherwise scrape along the bottom of the groove - the cutters and - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 41
for machines with a conventional carburetor does not apply to this version. No provision is made for adjustment of maximum engine speed. On these machines it is only possible to correct the idling speed within narrow limits. 017, 018 L LA - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 42
a turn. 11 3 2 4 143BA048 KN 143BA029 KN The carburetor is set at the factory to provide an optimum fuel-air mixture under all operating conditions. Adjusting idle speed • Check air filter and fit a new one if screen, place the shroud in position and secure with the screws. 40 017, 018 - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 43
trouble problems which have caused fouling of spark plug: Incorrect carburetor setting, too much oil in fuel mix, dirty air filter, unfavorable running conditions, e.g. operating at part load. 017 service guide bush. Always replace a damaged starter rope in good time or have it replaced by your STIHL - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 44
the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. • Remove the saw chain and guide bar, clean them and protect with corrosion inhibiting oil. • Thoroughly clean the machine pay special attention to the cylinder fins and air filter. • If you use a biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. STIHL Bioplus - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 45
. Clean and check your chain for cracks in the links and damaged rivets replace any damaged or worn parts of the chain and match the new parts to the shape and size of the original parts. Important: It is absolutely imperative to comply with the angles and dimensions specified below. If the saw - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 46
constant practice: Use a file holder.* A file holder must be used for manual resharpening of Super chain. The correct filing angle is marked on the file and side plate angles, depth gauge setting and cutter length. Also cleans the guide bar groove and oil inlet hole. File correctly • If you use a - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 47
lubricate the chain by immersing it in an oil bath. Before long out-of-service period Clean the chain with a brush and immerse it in an oil bath. 772 4806 5.2 (13/64) 5605 772 5206 5.5 (7/32) 5605 772 5506 File holder Part No. 5605 750 4327 5605 750 4327 5605 750 4327 5605 750 4328 5605 750 4329 - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 48
brake Filter in fuel tank Fuel tank Chain oil tank Chain lubrication Saw chain Guide bar Chain sprocket Air filter Cooling inlets Cylinder fins Carburetor Spark plug All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Rubber vibration buffers Spark arresting screen in muffler Chain catcher Visual - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 49
) long Fuel/Oil System Carburetor: All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Air 017: 3.9 kg (8.60 lbs) 018: 3.9 kg (8.60 lbs) 017, 018 Cutting Attachment Recommended cutting attachments for compliance with § 5.12 of ANSI Standard B 175.1-1991 (see page 12 of this Manual): STIHL - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 50
of the parts. Model Machine number Guide bar part number Chain part number Sprocket part number Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STlHL spare parts. Original STIHL parts can be identified - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 51
which cause the failure of a warranted part for a period of two years. C. What is Covered: 1. Repair or Replacement of Parts Repair or replacement of any warranted part will be performed at no charge to the owner at an authorized Stihl servicing dealer. To obtain information about the authorized - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 52
charge to the owner if the part is still under warranty. H. Emission Control Warranty Parts List The following parts are covered by this warranty if the maintenance procedures according to the instructions in this owners manual are carried out: Carburetor Ignition system (ignition module) Spark - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 53
Keep all parts of your guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and the muffler away from your body. 10. Do not operate a chainsaw that is damaged, improperly adjusted service, other than the items listed in the Owner's Manual maintenance instructions, should be performed by competent chainsaw service - Stihl 017 | Instruction Manual - Page 54
ä WARNING! The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. englisch / english / USA / CARB / EPA
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STIHL 017 018
Assembling
Safety Precautions
Operating Instructions
Maintenance
Instruction Manual
Owner’s Manual
Warning!
Read and follow all safety precautions
in Owner’s Manual – improper use
can cause serious or fatal injury.
To reduce risk of kickback injury use STIHL reduced kickback
bar and STIHL PMN (
3
/
8
±
Picco) or PM 1 (
3
/
8
±
Picco) chain depending
on sprocket pitch or other available low kickback components.
© Andreas Stihl 1993