Stihl MS 261-MS 261 C Instruction Manual - Page 35
Maintenance, Repair and Storage, 8.1 Warnings and Instructions, 9 Before Starting Work
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8 Maintenance, Repair and Storage 8 Maintenance, Repair and Storage 8.1 Warnings and Instructions WARNING ■ There are no user-authorized repairs for the chain saw. To reduce the risk of fire or other personal injury and property damage: - Users may carry out only the cleaning and maintenance operations described in this manual. - Strictly follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions in the appropriate sections of this instruction manual. - STIHL recommends that all repair work be performed by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. ■ To reduce the risk of personal injury and property damage from unintentional starting: - Shut off the engine and engage the chain brake by moving the front hand guard forward before inspecting the chain saw or carrying out any cleaning, maintenance or repair work. Always shut off the engine before storing the chain saw, and any other time it is not in use. ■ Proper maintenance will help maintain cutting performance and reduce the risk of personal injury caused by chain derailment and reactive forces. - Wear gloves when handling the saw chain. - Keep the chain, guide bar and sprocket clean. - Replace the chain and guide bar when they become worn or damaged. - Keep the chain sharp and at proper tension. - Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws after each use. ■ Like an automobile brake, the chain brake on your chain saw incurs wear each time it is engaged. In order for the chain brake on your STIHL chain saw to function properly, it must be properly maintained. Return the chain saw to 0458-573-8621-D English your STIHL servicing dealer for periodic inspection and servicing of the brake system according to the following schedule: - Heavy Usage: every 3 months - Moderate Usage: every 6 months - Occasional Usage: every 12 months ■ Return the chain saw immediately for maintenance whenever the brake system cannot be thoroughly cleaned or there is a change in its operating characteristics. ■ Use of parts that are not authorized or approved by STIHL may cause serious or fatal injury or property damage. - STIHL recommends that only identical STIHL replacement parts be used for repair or maintenance. ■ Improper storage can result in unauthorized use, damage to the chain saw and an increased risk of fire and other personal injury or property damage. - Shut off the engine and engage the chain brake by moving the front hand guard forward before storing. - Store the chain saw indoors in a dry, secure place that cannot be accessed by children or other unauthorized users. 9 Before Starting Work 9.1 Preparing the Chain Saw for Operation Before starting work: ► Mount the guide bar and saw chain, @ 10.2.1. ► Tension the chain, @ 10.3. ► Fill the chain oil tank, @ 11.2. ► Refuel the chain saw, @ 13.2. ► Check the chain brake, @ 16.1. ► Check the controls for proper function and condition, @ 16.2. ► Check the chain oil flow rate, @ 16.3. 33