Stihl MSE 250 C Instruction Manual - Page 3

Contents English Original Instruction Manual Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 General Power Tool Safety Warnings 22 Cutting Attachment 25 Mounting the Bar and Chain (side chain tensioner) 25 Tensioning the Saw Chain (side chain tensioner) 26 Checking Chain Tension 27 Chain Lubricant 27 Filling Chain Oil Tank 27 Checking Chain Lubrication 29 Coasting Brake 30 Chain Brake 30 Connecting to Power Supply 31 Switching On 31 Switching Off 32 Overload Cutout 33 Operating Instructions 33 Taking Care of the Guide Bar 34 Motor Cooling 34 Storing the Machine 35 Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 35 Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain 36 Maintenance and Care 40 Main Parts 41 Specifications 42 Ordering Spare Parts 43 Maintenance and Repairs Disposal Limited Warranty Trademarks Addresses 44 Allow only persons who fully understand 44 this manual to operate your chain saw. 44 To receive maximum performance and 45 satisfaction from your STIHL chain saw, it is important that you read, understand 46 and follow the safety precautions and the operating and maintenance instructions in chapter "Safety Precautions and Working Techniques" before using your chain saw. For further information you can go to www.stihlusa.com. 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 chain saw 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. MSE 250 C This instruction manual is protected by copyright. All rights reserved, especially the rights to reproduce, translate and process with electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2020 0458-764-8621-B. VA6.G20. 0000006569_007_GB