Stihl Ms230c Manual

MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C
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Replacing the Starter Rope
Models with ElastoStart
NPry the cap (10) out of the grip.
NRemove the remaining rope from 
the rotor and starter grip.
NThread the new rope through the 
starter grip and tie a simple 
overhand knot. Dimension "a" 
should be about 0.16 in (4 mm) to 
0.23 in (7 mm).
NPull the knot back into the grip.
NRefit the cap in the grip.Thread the end of the rope
Nthrough the top of the guide 
bushing (11) and rope...

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Installing the Rope Rotor
Standard versions
NCoat the rope rotor bearing bore 
with non-resinous oil.
NSlip the rotor over the starter post – 
turn it back and forth to engage the 
anchor loop of the rewind spring.
NRefit the pawl (9) in the rotor.
NFit the washer (8) on the starter 
post.
NUse a screwdriver or suitable pliers 
to install the spring clip (7) on the 
starter post and engage it on the 
pawl's peg – the spring clip must...

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51 NOTICE
When the starter rope is fully extended it 
must still be possible to rotate the rotor 
another half turn. If this is not the case, 
the spring is overtensioned and could 
break.
NTake one turn of the rope off the 
rotor.
Versions with Easy2Start
NFit the spring housing, driver and 
washer on the starter post. 
NUse circlip pliers to carefully install 
the circlip in the starter post groove.
All versions
NFit the fan housing on the...

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52 NRemove chain sprocket cover, saw 
chain and guide bar.
NRelease chain brake – pull hand 
guard against the front handle
Fit new chain sprocket
–after use of two saw chains or 
earlier
–if the wear marks (arrows) are 
deeper than 0.02 in (0.5 mm) – 
otherwise the service life of the saw 
chain is reduced – use check gauge 
(special accessory) to test
Using two saw chains in alternation 
helps preserve the chain sprocket.
Use only STIHL...

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53 Sawing effortlessly with a properly 
sharpened saw chain
A properly sharpened saw chain cuts 
through wood effortlessly even with very 
little pushing.
Never use a dull or damaged saw chain 
– this leads to increased physical strain, 
increased vibration load, unsatisfactory 
cutting results and increased wear.
NClean the saw chain
NCheck the saw chain for cracks and 
damaged rivets
NReplace damaged or worn chain 
components and adapt these...

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File holder
NUse a file holder
Always use a file holder (special 
accessory, see table "Sharpening tools") 
when sharpening saw chains by hand. 
File holders have markings for the 
sharpening angle.
Use only special saw chain files! Other 
files are unsuitable in terms of shape 
and type of cutting.
To check the angles
STIHL filing gauge (special accessory, 
see table "Sharpening tools") – a 
universal tool for checking...

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55 aRequired distance between depth 
gauge and cutting edge
When cutting softwood outside of the 
frost season, the distance can be 
increased by up to 0.2 mm (0.008").
Lowering the depth gauges
The depth gauge setting is lowered 
when the cutter is sharpened.
NCheck the depth gauge setting after 
each sharpening
NLay the appropriate file gauge (1) 
for the chain pitch on the saw chain 
and press it against the cutter to be 
checked – if...

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56 Sharpening tools (special accessories)
Chain pitch Round file ^Round file File holder File gaugeTaper square file Sharpening set 
1)
Inches (mm) mm (Inches) Part number Part number Part number Part number Part number
1/4 P (6.35) 3.2 (1/8) 5605 771 32065605 750 4300 0000 893 4005 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1000
1/4 (6.35) 4.0 (5/32) 5605 772 40065605 750 4327 1110 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1027
3/8 P (9.32) 4.0 (5/32) 5605 772 4006 5605...

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Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler
Spark arresting screen in muffler (not all 
markets)
NIf the engine is down on power, 
check the spark arresting screen in 
the muffler.
STIHL recommends that you have 
servicing and repair work carried out 
exclusively by an authorized STIHL 
servicing dealer.
Inspections and Maintenance 
by Dealer 

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Maintenance and Care
The following maintenance intervals apply for normal operating conditions only. If your daily working 
time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work area, resin-rich wood, tropical 
wood, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. If you only use the saw occasionally, extend 
the intervals accordingly.
before starting work
after finishing work or daily
after each refueling stop
weekly...