Stihl 201 Tcm Manual

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Sharpening and side plate angles 
ASharpening angle
STIHL saw chains are sharpened with a 
30° sharpening angle. Ripping chains, 
which are sharpened with a 10° 
sharpening angle, are exceptions. 
Ripping chains have an X in the 
designation.
BSide plate angle
The correct side plate angle results 
automatically when the specified file 
holder and file diameter are used.
The angles must be identical for all 
cutters in the saw chain. Varying angles: 
Rough, uneven running of the saw...

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30markings on the file holder – rest the 
file holder on the tooth head and the 
depth gauge
NFile only from the inside outward
NThe file only sharpens on the 
forward stroke – lift the file on the 
backstroke
NDo not file tie straps and drive links
NRotate the file a little periodically in 
order to avoid uneven wear
NTo remove file burr, use a piece of 
hardwood
NCheck angle with file gauge
All cutters must be equally long.
With varying cutter lengths, the cutter 
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WARNING
Depth gauges that are too low increase 
the kickback tendency of the chain saw.
NLay the file gauge on the saw chain 
– the highest point of the depth 
gauge must be flush with the file 
gaugeNAfter sharpening, clean the saw 
chain thoroughly, removing any 
filings or grinding dust – lubricate 
the saw chain thoroughly
NIn the event of extended periods of 
disuse, store saw chains in cleaned 
and oiled condition
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Maintenance and Care
The following information applies in normal operating conditions. The specified inter-
vals must be shortened accordingly when working for longer than normal or under 
difficult cutting conditions (extensive dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber from trop-
ical trees, etc.). If the machine is only used occasionally, the intervals can be 
extended accordingly.
Before starting work
At the end of work and/or 
daily
Whenever tank is refilled
Weekly
Monthly
Yearly
If...

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Air filterCleanXX
ReplaceX
Anti-vibration elementsCheckXX
Have them replaced by a servicing 
dealer
1)X
Air intake on fan housing CleanXX X
Cylinder fins CleanXX X
CarburetorCheck idle adjustment – saw chain must 
not rotateXX
If the saw chain rotates in idle, have the 
chain saw serviced by a servicing 
dealer
1)X
Spark plugAdjust electrode gapX
Replace after 100 hours of operationX
Accessible screws, nuts and bolts Tighten
2)X
Chain catcherCheckX
ReplaceX
Exhaust boreDecarbonize...

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34 Compliance with the specifications of 
this Instruction Manual will avoid 
excessive wear and damage to the 
machine.
The machine must be used, maintained 
and stored as carefully as described in 
this Instruction Manual.
The user is responsible for all damage 
caused by failure to comply with the 
safety, operating and maintenance 
instructions. This applies in particular 
for:
–Product modifications not 
authorized by STIHL
–Use of tools or accessories that are 
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35 1Control handle
2Throttle trigger lockout
3Master Control lever
4Throttle trigger
5Shutter (winter and summer mode)
6Spark plug
7Muffler
8Chain sprocket cover
9Chain sprocket
10Oil quantity control
11Chain brake
12Chain tensioner
13Chain catcher
14Guide bar
15Oilomatic chain
16Spiked bumper
17Oil filler cap
18Hand guard
19Handlebar
20Starter grip
21Carburetor box cover
22Twist lock
23Fuel filler cap
24Ring
#Serial number
Main Parts
9
13
24
23
2221
18
1920
17
16
10
5
12
7
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Engine
Single-cylinder two-stroke engine
Ignition system
Electronic magneto ignition
Fuel system
All-position diaphragm carburetor with 
integral fuel pump
Chain lubrication
Fully automatic, speed-controlled oil 
pump, additional manual oil flow control
Weight
Cutting attachment
The actual bar length may be less than 
the specified bar length.
Rollomatic guide bars
Carving guide bars
3/8" Picco saw chains
1/4” saw chainsChain sprockets
The average chain speed during 
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37 power level; the K-factor in accordance 
with Directive 2006/42/EC is 2.0 m/s
2 
for the vibration level.
REACH
REACH is an EC regulation and stands 
for the Registration, Evaluation, 
Authorisation and Restriction of 
Chemical substances.
For information on compliance with the 
REACH regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 
see www.stihl.com/reach.Please enter your saw model, serial 
number as well as the part numbers of 
the guide bar and saw chain in the 
spaces provided. This will make...

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38 Observe all country-specific waste 
disposal rules and regulations.
STIHL products must not be thrown in 
the garbage can. Take the product, 
accessories and packaging to an 
approved disposal site for environment-
friendly recycling.
Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for 
the latest information on waste disposal.ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG
Badstr. 115
D-71336 Waiblingen
Germany
declare in exclusive responsibility that 
the product
conforms to the relevant provisions of 
Directives...