Stihl Chainsaws Ms 180 C Manual
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MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 49 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 a specialist dealer 1)X Have cleaned by a specialist dealer, or replaced if necessary 1)X Chain catcherCheckX ReplaceX Exhaust boreDecarbonise after 139 hours of operation, subse- quently after every 150 hours of operationX Safety information label ReplaceX 1)STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers2)During initial use of professional chain saws (with a power output of 3.4 kW or more), tighten the cylinder block screws after 10 to 20 hours of operation The following information applies under normal operating conditions. The specified intervals must be shortened accordingly when working for longer than normal each day or under difficult conditions (extensive dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber from tropical 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 faulty If damaged As required
MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 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 21Fuel Filler Cap 22Throttle Trigger 23Throttle Trigger Lockout 24Rear Handle 25Rear Hand Guard #Serial Number Main Parts 16 1514 25 24 22 23 21 20 19 18 17 8 1 5 23 47 13 # 7 9 10 6 11 12 6 207BA040 KN HSHQGLQJRQ0RGHO
MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 51 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 wheel that drives the saw chain. 6 Chain Sprocket Cover Covers the clutch and chain sprocket. 7 Chain Catcher Helps to reduce the risk of operator contact by a chain when it breaks or comes off the bar. 8 Side Chain Tensioner Permits precise adjustment of chain tension. 9 Front Chain Tensioner Permits precise adjustment of chain tension. 10 Guide Bar Supports and guides the saw chain.11 Oilomatic Saw Chain A loop consisting of cutters, tie straps and drive links. 12 Adjusting Wheel for Quick Chain Tensioner Permits precise adjustment of chain tension. 13 Handle of Wingnut for Quick Chain Tensioner Has to be released to tension chain with adjusting wheel. 14 Oil Filler Cap For closing the oil tank. 15 Bumper Spike Toothed stop for holding saw steady against wood. 16 Front Hand Guard Provides protection against projecting branches and helps prevent left hand from touching the chain if it slips off the handlebar. It also serves as the lever for chain brake activation. 17 Front Handle (Handlebar) Handlebar for the left hand at the front of the saw. 18 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with the ignition lead. 19 Starter Grip The grip of the pull starter, for starting the engine. 20 Master Control Lever Lever for choke control, starting throttle, run and stop switch position.21 Fuel Filler Cap For closing the fuel tank. 22 Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of the engine. 23 Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 24 Rear Handle The support handle for the right hand, located at the rear of the saw. 25 Rear Hand Guard Gives added protection to operator's right hand. Guide Bar Nose The exposed end of the guide bar. (not illustrated, see chapter "Tensioning the Saw Chain") Clutch Couples engine to chain sprocket when engine is accelerated beyond idle speed. (not illustrated) Anti-Vibration System The anti-vibration system includes a number of anti-vibration elements designed to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by the engine and cutting attachment to the operator's hands. (not illustrated)
MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 52 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 diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Chain Lubrication Fully automatic, speed-controlled oil pump with rotary piston Weight Cutting Attachments Recommended cutting attachments conforming with the 45 degree computed kickback angle requirement of Section 5.11 of ANSI/OPEI B175.1- 2012 when used on this model chain saw (see the chapter on "Safety Precautions and Working Techniques"): Rollomatic E guide bars Actual cutting length will be less than listed bar length. Specifications A = 300 hours B = 125 hours C = 50 hours Extended = 300 hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Displacement: 1.84 cu.in (30.1 cc) Bore: 1.45 in 37 mm Stroke: 1.1 in 28 mm Engine power to ISO 7293:1.7 hp (1.3 kW) at 8,500 rpm Idle speed: 2,800 rpmDisplacement: 1.94 cu.in 31.8 cc Bore: 1.50 in 38 mm Stroke: 1.1 in 28 mm Engine power to ISO 7293:2.0 hp (1.5 kW) at 9,000 rpm Idle speed: 2,800 rpm Spark plug (resistor type):Bosch WSR 6 F, NGK BPMR 7 A Electrode gap: 0.02 in 0.5 mm Fuel tank capacity: 8.5 fl.oz (0.25 l) Oil tank capacity: 4.9 fl.oz (0.145 l)dry, without bar and chain MS 170: 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) MS 180: 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) MS 180 C with quick chain adjuster:8.8 lbs (4.0 kg) MS 180 C with quick chain adjuster and Easy2Start:9.3 lbs (4.2 kg) Reduced kickback STIHL guide bars (with green label) Bar lengths: 30, 35, 40 cm (12, 14, 16 in.) Pitch: 3/8" P(9.32 mm) Groove width (MS 170): 1.1 mm (0.043 in) Groove width (MS 180): 1.3 mm (0.050 in.) Sprocket nose: 10- tooth
MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 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 developed after publication of this Manual, ask your STIHL dealer for the latest STIHL recommendations.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 re- ordering simpler. The guide bar and saw chain are subject to normal wear and tear. When purchasing these parts, always quote the saw model, the part numbers and names of the parts. See "Specifications" in this manual for the recommended reduced kickback cutting attachments.Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in this manual. STIHL recommends that other repair work be performed only by authorized STIHL servicing dealers using genuine STIHL replacement parts. Genuine STIHL parts can be identified by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in some cases, by the STIHL parts symbol K. The symbol may appear alone on small parts. For repairs of any component of this unit’s air emissions control system, please refer to the air emissions systems warranty in this manual. Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with green label) Picco Micro Mini 3 (61 PMM3) Type 3610 Pitch: 3/8" (9.32 mm) Drive link gauge: 1.1 mm (0.043 in) Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with green label) Picco Micro 3 (63 PM3) Type 3636 Pitch: 3/8" (9.32 mm) Drive link gauge: 1.3 mm (0.050 in) 6-tooth for 3/8" P (spur sprocket) Ordering Spare Parts Model Serial number Guide bar part number Chain part number Maintenance and Repairs
MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 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 http://www.stihlusa.com/warranty.html. It can also be obtained from your authorized STIHL dealer or by calling 1- 800- GO- STIHL (1- 800- 467- 8445).Not for California Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your equipment type engine. In the U.S. new 1997 and later model year small off-road equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small non road engines. The equipment engine must be free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U.S. EPA standards for the first two years of engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser. STIHL Incorporated must warrant the emission control system on your small off-road engine for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your small off-road equipment engine. Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor and the ignition system. Also included may be hoses, and connectors and other emission-related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will repair your small off-road equipment engine at no cost to you, including diagnosis (if the diagnostic work is performed at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. Disposal 000BA073 KN /LPLWHG:DUUDQW\67,+/,QFRUSRUDWHG)HGHUDO (PLVVLRQ&RQWURO:DUUDQW\ 6WDWHPHQW
MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 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 manual. STIHL Incorporated recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off- road equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. Any replacement part or service that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce the warranty obligations of the engine manufacturer. As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you should be aware, however, that STIHL Incorporated may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road equipment engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. You are responsible for presenting your small off-road equipment engine to a STIHL service center as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs will be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at 1-800-467- 8445 or you can write to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015 www.stihlusa.com Coverage by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your small off-road equipment engine will be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet all applicable emissions regulations. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform with applicable emissions regulations for a period of two years. Warranty Period The warranty period will begin on the date the utility equipment engine is purchased by the initial purchaser. Product registration is recommended, so that STIHL has a means to contact you if there ever is a need to communicate repair or recall information about your product, but it is not required in order to obtain warranty service. If any emission-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be replaced by STIHL Incorporated at no cost to the owner. Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of "repair or replace as necessary" will be warranted for the warranty period. Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance will be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part. Diagnosis You, as the owner, shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted emissions part is defective. However, if you claim warranty for an emissions component and the machine is tested as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will charge you for the cost of the emission test. Mechanical diagnostic work will be performed at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Emission test may be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at any independent test laboratory. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Any such work shall be free of charge to the owner if it is determined that an emissions warranted part is defective. Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may be used for any warranty maintenance or repairs on emission-related parts and must be provided without charge to the owner. STIHL Incorporated is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty.
MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 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) –Cylinder –Muffler –Catalytic Converter (if applicable) –Fuel Tank –Fuel Cap –Fuel Line –Fuel Line Fittings –Clamps –Fasteners Where to make a Claim for Warranty Service Bring the product to any authorized STIHL servicing dealer.Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in this manual are based on the application of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Deviations from this recommendation regarding quality and mixing ratio of fuel and oil may require shorter maintenance intervals. Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following: Nrepair or replacement required because of misuse, neglect or lack of required maintenance, Nrepairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to STIHL Incorporated specifications that adversely affect performance and/or durability, and alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and Nreplacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled replacement point. For California only Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and STIHL Incorporated are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2017 and later small off-road equipment engine. In California, new equipment that uses small off-road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards. STIHL Incorporated must warrant the emissions control system on your small off-road engine for the period listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your small off-road engine. Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel-injection system, the ignition system, and catalytic converter. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors or other emission-related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will repair your small off-road equipment engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement
MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 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 recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off- road equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you should however be aware that STIHL Incorporated may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road equipment engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. You are responsible for presenting your small off-road equipment engine to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as the problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at 1-800-467- 8445 or you can write toSTIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. www.stihlusa.com Coverage by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your small off-road equipment engine is designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet all applicable emission regulations. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform to applicable emission regulations for a period of two years. Defects Warranty Period The warranty periods will begin on the date the utility equipment engine is purchased by the initial purchaser. If any emission-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be replaced by STIHL Incorporated at no cost to the owner. Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by CARB may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. STIHL Incorporated will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part.The warranty on emissions-related parts will be interpreted as follows: 1.Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions required in the Emission Warranty Parts List (see below) must be warranted for the warranty period defined in Subsection COVERAGE BY STIHL INCORPORATED, see above. If any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage, it must be repaired or replaced by the manufacturer according to Subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be warranted for the remaining warranty period. 2.Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions required by the Emission Warranty Parts List (see below) must be warranted for the warranty period defined in Subsection COVERAGE BY STIHL INCORPORATED, see above. A statement in such written instructions to the effect of "repair or replace as necessary" will not reduce the period of warranty coverage. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty must be warranted for the remaining warranty period. 3.Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions required by the Emission Warranty Parts List (see below) must be warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for
MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C English 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 the owner. 5.Notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection (4) above, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all manufacturer distribution centers that are authorized to service the subject engines. 6.The owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Any such work shall be free of charge to the owner if it is determined that a warranted part is defective. Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part may be used for any warranty maintenance or repairs on emission-related parts and must be provided without charge to the owner. STIHL Incorporated is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. Emission Warranty Parts List 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), Fly Wheel, Spark Plug, Solenoid Valve (if applicable), Injection Valve (if applicable), Injection Pump (if applicable), Throttle Housing (if applicable), Cylinder, Muffler, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. Where to make a Claim for Warranty Service Bring the STIHL product to any authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Limitations The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if STIHL Incorporated demonstrates that the STIHL product has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part. That notwithstanding, any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage. STIHL Registered Trademarks STIHL ® { K The color combination orange-grey (U.S. Registrations #2,821,860; #3,010,057, #3,010,058, #3,400,477; and #3,400,476) AutoCut ® FARM BOSS® iCademy® MAGNUM® MasterWrench Service® MotoMix® OILOMATIC® Trademarks