Stihl MS 191 T Instruction Manual - Page 2

Contents English / USA Printing inks contain vegetable oils; paper can be recycled. Printed on chlorine-free paper. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Some Important Safety Precautions for Chain Saw Users ..... 3 Safety Precautions 5 Mounting the Bar and Chain 22 Tensioning the Saw Chain 23 Checking Chain Tension 23 Fuel 24 Fueling 25 Chain Lubricant 25 Filling Chain Oil Tank 26 Checking Chain Lubrication 26 Chain Brake 27 Information Before You Start .......... 28 Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 28 Operating Instructions 32 Taking Care of Guide Bar 33 Cleaning the Air Filter 33 Motor Management 34 Adjusting the Carburetor 34 Spark Arresting Screen* in Muffler 36 Checking the Spark Plug 36 Replacing Starter Rope / Rewind Spring 37 Storing the Machine 38 Checking and Replacing Chain Sprocket 38 Maintaining and Sharpening Saw Chain 39 Maintenance Chart 43 Parts and Controls 45 Specifications 47 * see "Guide to Using this Manual" STIHl MS 191 T Special Accessories 48 Ordering Spare Parts 48 Maintenance and Repairs 49 STIHL Incorporated Federal and California Emission Control Warranty Statement 50 This manual contains operating and safety instructions for all STIHL MS 191 T series power saws. The STIHL MS 191 T chainsaw is designed especially for tree maintenance, tree surgery and other cutting work in confined spaces. Allow only persons who understand this Manual to operate your chainsaw. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL chainsaw, it is important that you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on page 3, before using your chainsaw. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you do not understand any of the instructions in this Manual. !Warning! Because a chainsaw is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be observed as with any other power saw to reduce the risk of personal injury. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from time-to-time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your chainsaw differs from those described in this Manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2003 0458 163 3021. M1. L3. PM. Printed in USA