Stihl MS 171 Product Instruction Manual - Page 26
Cutting Attachment, Mounting the Bar and, Chain side chain, tensioner
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English Cutting Attachment STIHL is the only manufacturer in the industry to produce its own chain saws, guide bars, saw chains and chain sprockets. A cutting attachment consists of the saw chain, guide bar and chain sprocket. The cutting attachment that comes standard is designed to exactly match the chain saw. 1 2 a 3 t = a : 2 - The pitch (t) of the saw chain (1), chain sprocket and the nose sprocket of the Rollomatic guide bar must match. - The drive link gauge (2) of the saw chain (1) must match the groove width of the guide bar (3). If non-matching components are used, the cutting attachment may be damaged beyond repair after a short period of operation. 001BA191 KN Mounting the Bar and Chain (side chain tensioner) Removing the chain sprocket cover N Unscrew the nut and remove the chain sprocket cover. 1 2 N Turn the screw (1) counterclockwise until the tensioner slide (2) butts against the left end of the housing slot. 001BA185 KN 533BA001 KN Disengage the chain brake. N Pull the hand guard towards the front handle until there is an audible click - the chain brake is disengaged. Fitting the chain Wear work gloves to protect your hands from the sharp cutters. N Fit the chain - start at the bar nose. 143BA003 KN 001BA186 KN 24 MS 171, MS 181, MS 181 C, MS 211, MS 211 C