Stihl MS 661 C-M, Instruction Manual

The chain brake is engaged and disen‐

gaged in this direction.
This symbol shows the direction of

rotation of the chain.
This symbol marks the oil pump adjust‐

ing screw and the chain oil feed rate.

Rotate in this direction to increase chain

tension.
Shutter is in winter mode in this position.

Shutter is in summer mode in this position.

This symbol marks the handle heating

switch.
This symbol marks the decompression

valve.

Master Control lever is moved in this direc‐

tion to stop the engine.
Master Control lever is moved to this posi‐

tion to stop the engine.
Engine is operated or started with the Mas‐

ter Control lever in this position.
Engine can be started with the Master

Control lever in this position.

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Guaranteed sound power level accord‐

ing to directive 2000/14/EC in dB(A) in

order to make sound emissions of

products comparable.

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Safety Precautions

4.1

Warning Signs

Meanings of warning signs on the chainsaw:

Observe safety notices and take the

necessary precautions.

Read, understand and save the

instruction manual.

Wear safety glasses, hearing protec‐

tion and a hard hat.

Observe safety notices on kickback

and take the necessary precautions.

4.2

Intended Use

The STIHL MS 462 is designed for cutting wood,

limbing and felling trees.

WARNING

■ Using the chainsaw for purposes for which it is

not designed may result in serious or fatal inju‐

ries and damage to property.

► Use the chainsaw as described in this

instruction manual.

4.3

The Operator

WARNING

■ Users without adequate training or instruction

cannot recognize or assess the risks involved

in using the chainsaw. The user or other per‐

sons may sustain serious or fatal injuries.

► Read, understand and save the

instruction manual.

► If the chainsaw is passed on to another per‐

son: Always give them the instruction man‐

ual.

► Make sure the user meets the following

requirements:

–

The user must be rested.

–

The user must be in good physical condi‐

tion and mental health to operate and

work with the chainsaw. If the user’s

physical, sensory or mental ability is

restricted, he or she may work only under

the supervision of or as instructed by a

responsible person.

–

The user can identify and assess the

dangers of the chainsaw.

–

The user must be of legal age or is being

trained in a trade under supervision in

accordance with national rules and regu‐

lations.

–

The user has received instruction from a

STIHL servicing dealer or other experi‐

enced user before working with the

chainsaw for the first time.

–

The user must not be under the influence

of alcohol, medication or drugs.

► If the user is working with a chainsaw for the

first time: Practice cutting logs on a saw‐

horse or other support.

► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL

servicing dealer for assistance.

■ The chainsaw’s ignition system produces an

electromagnetic field. This field may interfere

with some pacemakers. This can result in seri‐

ous or fatal injuries.

► If the user has a pacemaker: Make sure the

pacemaker is not affected.

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