Stihl MSE 210 C-BQ Instruction Manual - Page 8

English By vehicle: When transporting in a vehicle, keep saw chain and bar covered with the chain guard (scabbard). Properly secure your chain saw to prevent turnover and damage to the chain saw. Before Operation Take off the chain guard (scabbard) and inspect the chain saw for proper condition and operation. (See the maintenance chart near the end of the instruction manual.) WARNING Always check your chain saw for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the trigger switch, trigger switch lockout, front handle guard and cutting attachment. The trigger switch and the trigger switch lockout must move freely and always spring back to the idle position. Ensure that the trigger switch will not engage when the trigger switch lockout is not pressed. Never attempt to modify the controls or safety devices. For proper assembly of the bar and chain follow the procedure described in the chapter "Mounting the Bar and Chain" of your instruction manual. STIHL Oilomatic saw chain, guide bar and sprocket must match each other in gauge and pitch. Before replacing any bar and chain, see the chapter entitled "Specifications" in the instruction manual and the chapter "Reactive Forces including Kickback". Since longer bars add weight and may be more difficult to control, select the shortest bar that will meet your cutting needs. WARNING Proper tension of the saw chain is extremely important. In order to avoid improper setting, the tensioning procedure must be followed as described in your manual. Always make sure the hexagonal nut(s) for the sprocket cover is (are) tightened securely after tensioning the saw chain in order to secure the bar. Never start the chain saw with the sprocket cover loose. Check saw chain tension once more after having tightened the nut(s) and thereafter at regular intervals (whenever the saw is shut off). If the saw chain becomes loose while cutting, switch off the motor, disconnect the chain saw from the power supply and then tighten. Never try to adjust the saw chain while the motor is running! WARNING After adjusting a saw chain, start the chain saw, let the motor run for a while, then switch motor off and recheck saw chain tension. Proper saw chain tension is very important at all times. Keep the handles clean and dry at all times; it is particularly important to keep them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease or resin in order for you to maintain a firm grip and properly control your chain saw. WARNING Be sure that the guide bar and saw chain are clear of you and all other obstructions and objects, including the ground. If the upper quadrant of the tip of the bar touches any object, it may cause kickback to occur (see section on reactive forces). Never attempt to start the chain saw when the guide bar is in a cut or kerf. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your instruction manual. Electric Precautions Special precautions for electric chain saws must be observed to reduce the risk of personal injury and property damage from fire and electric shock. This electric chain saw is doubleinsulated. WARNING To reduce risk of serious or fatal injury from electrocution, never use your chain saw if casing around motor is cracked or damaged. WARNING The electrical power voltage must agree with the voltage specified on the chain saw's name plate. Improper voltage may cause the motor to overheat, which will damage the chain saw and may cause personal injury. WARNING To reduce the risk of electrocution never work in rain or wet places - the electric motor is not waterproof! Do not leave the chain saw outdoors in the rain and do not operate it if it shows any signs of dampness. 6 MSE 170 C, MSE 210 C