STIHL MS 250 manual Contents

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Contents

Printed on chlorine-free paperOriginal Instruction Manual Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.

Guide to Using this Manual	2
Safety Precautions	3
Reactive Forces	15
Working Techniques	20
Cutting Attachment	26
Mounting the Bar and Chain	26
Tensioning the Chain	27
Checking Chain Tension	28
Fuel	28
Fueling	29
Chain Lubricant	31
Filling Chain Oil Tank	31
Checking Chain Lubrication	32
Chain Brake	32
Winter Operation	33
Starting / Stopping the Engine	34
Operating Instructions	38
Taking Care of the Guide Bar	39
Air Filter System	40
Cleaning the Air Filter	40
Engine Management	41
Adjusting the Carburetor	41
Spark Plug	43
Engine Running Behavior	44
Rewind Starter	44

Specifications

Special Accessories

Ordering Spare Parts

Maintenance and Repairs

Disposal

STIHL Incorporated Federal

Emission Control Warranty

Statement

Trademarks

54	Allow only persons who fully understand
55	this manual to operate your chain saw.
	To receive maximum performance and
55
55	satisfaction from your STIHL chain saw,
	it is important that you read, understand
56
	and follow the safety precautions and
	the operating and maintenance
56	instructions in chapter "Safety
	Precautions and Working Techniques"

58before 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.

© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2014 0458-208-8621-B. VA2.M13. 0000001880_012_GB

Storing the Machine	45
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket	45
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain	46
Maintenance and Care	50
Main Parts	52

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