Stihl Chainsaws Ms 180 C Manual

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Anti-vibration elementsCheck XX
Have them replaced by a servicing dealer1)X
Air intake on fan housing CleanXX X
Cylinder fins CleanXX
CarburetorCheck idle adjustment – saw chain must not 
rotateXX
Set the idle speed, have the chain saw repaired 
by a servicing dealer
1)X
Spark plugAdjust electrode gapX
Replace after 100 hours of operation
All accessible screws, nuts and bolts (not adjusting 
screws)Tighten
2)X
Spark arresting screen in mufflerHave checked by...

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501Shroud Lock
2Carburetor Adjusting Screw
3Chain Brake
4Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen
5Chain Sprocket
6Chain Sprocket Cover
7Chain Catcher
8Side Chain Tensioner
1)
9Front Chain Tensioner1)
10Guide Bar
11Oilomatic Saw Chain
12Adjusting Wheel for Quick Chain 
Tensioner
1)
13Handle of Wingnut for Quick Chain 
Tensioner1)
14Oil Filler Cap
15Bumper Spike
16Front Hand Guard
17Front Handle (Handlebar)
18Spark Plug Boot
19Starter Grip
20Master Control Lever...

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Definitions
1 Shroud Lock
Lock for the shroud.
2 Carburetor Adjusting Screw
For tuning the carburetor.
3Chain Brake
A device to stop the rotation of the 
chain. Is activated in a kickback 
situation by the operator's hand or 
by inertia.
4 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen
Muffler reduces engine exhaust 
noises and diverts exhaust gases 
away from operator.
Spark arresting screen is designed 
to reduce the risk of fire.
5 Chain Sprocket
The toothed...

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EPA / CEPA
The Emission Compliance Period 
referred to on the Emissions 
Compliance Label indicates the number 
of operating hours for which the engine 
has been shown to meet Federal 
emission requirements.
Category
CARB
The Emission Compliance Period used 
on the CARB-Air Index Label indicates 
the terms:
Engine
STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine
MS 170MS 180, MS 180 C
Ignition System
Electronic (breakerless) magneto 
ignition
Fuel System
All position...

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53 Saw chain 3/8" P – MS 170
Saw chain 3/8" P – MS 180
Chain sprocket
To comply with the 45 degree computed 
kickback angle requirement of Section 
5.11 of ANSI/OPEI B175.1-
2012, use 
replacement saw chains listed above or 
elsewhere by STIHL as conforming with 
that requirement when used on this 
model chain saw or use saw chains 
classified as "low kickback" in 
accordance with 
ANSI/OPEI B175.1-
2012.
Since new bar/chain combinations may 
be...

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54 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.STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty 
Policy
This product is sold subject to the STIHL 
Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy, 
available at...

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55 Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage
In the U.S., 1997 and later model year 
small off-road equipment engines are 
warranted for two years. If any emission-
related part on your engine is defective, 
the part will be repaired or replaced by 
STIHL Incorporated free of charge.
Owner's Warranty Responsibilities
As the small off-road equipment engine 
owner, you are responsible for the 
performance of the required 
maintenance listed in your instruction...

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56 The following list specifically defines the 
emission-related warranted parts:
–Air Filter
–Carburetor (if applicable)
–Fuel Pump
–Choke (Cold Start Enrichment 
System) (if applicable)
–Control Linkages
–Intake Manifold
–Magneto or Electronic Ignition 
System (Ignition Module or 
Electronic Control Unit)
–Flywheel
–Spark Plug
–Solenoid Valve (if applicable)
–Injection Valve (if applicable)
–Injection Pump (if applicable)
–Throttle Housing (if applicable)...

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57 Manufacturer’s Warranty 
Responsibilities
This emissions control system is 
warranted for two years in California. If 
any emissions-related part on your 
equipment is defective, the part will be 
repaired or replaced by STIHL 
Incorporated free of charge.
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities
As the small off-road equipment engine 
owner, you are responsible for 
performance of the required 
maintenance listed in your instruction 
manual. STIHL Incorporated...

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58that part. If the part fails prior to the 
first scheduled replacement, the 
part must be repaired or replaced by 
the engine manufacturer according 
to Subsection (4) below. Any such 
part repaired or replaced under 
warranty must be warranted for the 
remainder of the period prior to the 
first scheduled replacement point 
for the part.
4.Repair or replacement of any 
warranted part under the warranty 
must be performed at a warranty 
station at no charge to...