Stihl Ms230c Manual
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MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C English 49 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 rotor (12) and secure it with a simple overhand knot. NGo to "Installing the Rope Rotor".Models without ElastoStart and models with Easy2Start NRemove the remaining rope from the rotor and starter grip. NThread the new starter rope through the rotor and secure it with a simple overhand knot. NThread the other end of the rope through the rope guide bushing (from inside) and the underside of the starter grip and secure it with one of the special knots shown – do not wind the rope onto the rotor. 10 208BA014 KN a 135BA036 KN 1211 108BA015 KN 135BA032 LÄ
MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C English 50 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 point clockwise as shown in the illustration.Versions with Easy2Start 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 pawls (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 point clockwise as shown in the illustration.Tensioning the Rewind Spring NMake a loop in the starter rope and use it to turn the rope rotor six full revolutions in the direction of the arrow. NHold the rotor steady. Pull out and straighten the twisted rope. NRelease the rope rotor. NRelease the rope slowly so that it winds onto the rotor. The starter grip must sit firmly in the rope bushing. If the grip droops to one side: Add one more turn on the rope rotor to increase spring tension. 7 8 9 208BA013 KN 7 8 9 208BA017 KN 9 108BA014 KN
MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C English 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 crankcase. Replacing a Broken Rewind Spring NRemoving the Rope Rotor WARNING The bits of spring may still be under tension and could fly apart when you take them out of the housing. To reduce the risk of injury, wear face protection and work gloves. NCarefully remove the parts of the spring. NLubricate the new spring with a few drops of non-resinous oil.NPlace the new spring with frame in position in the fan housing – the anchor loop must engage the lug in the housing. NApply suitable tools (screwdriver, punch, etc.) to the recesses and push the spring into its seat in the fan housing – it slips out of the frame in this process. NTake the frame out of the fan housing. NReinstall the rope rotor, tension the rewind spring, fit the fan housing and secure it in position.For periods of 3 months or longer NDrain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area. NDispose of fuel properly in accordance with local environmental requirements. NRun the engine until the carburetor is dry – this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. NRemove the saw chain and guide bar, clean them and spray with corrosion inhibiting oil. NThoroughly clean the machine – pay special attention to the cylinder fins and air filter. NIf you use a biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. NStore the machine in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons. 001BA126 KN 6WRULQJWKH0DFKLQH
MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C English 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 original chain sprockets to help ensure reliable functioning of the chain brake.NUse a screwdriver to remove the E- clip (1) NRemove the washer (2) NRemove rim sprocket (3) (if so equipped), clutch drum (4) and needle cage (6). NInspect transport profile for rim sprocket on the clutch drum (4) – if there are also heavy signs of wear, also replace the clutch drum NRemove clutch drum with integrated spur chain sprocket (5) (if so equipped) including needle cage (6) from the crankshaft – for powerheads with Quickstop Plus chain brake system, depress throttle trigger lockout beforehand Install spur chain sprocket / rim sprocket NClean crankshaft stub and needle cage and lubricate with STIHL lubricant (special accessory) NSlide needle cage onto the crankshaft stub NAfter refitting, turn the clutch drum and/or spur chain sprocket approx. 1 full turn so that the carrier for the oil pump drive engages NRefit the rim sprocket – cavities toward the outside NRefit washer and E-clip on the crankshaftChecking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket 001BA121 KN 001BA122 KN 1 2 45 61 2 3 6
MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C English 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 parts to the remaining parts in terms of shape and level of wear – rework accordingly Carbide-tipped (Duro) saw chains are especially wear-resistant. For an optimal sharpening result, STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers. WARNING Compliance with the angles and dimensions listed below is absolutely necessary. An improperly sharpened saw chain – especially depth gauges that are too low – can lead to increased kickback tendency of the chain saw – risk of injury! Chain pitch The chain pitch marking (a) is embossed in the area of the depth gauge of each cutter. The diameter of file to be used depends on the chain pitch – see table "Sharpening tools". The angles of the cutter must be maintained during resharpening.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 chain, increased wear – even to the point of saw chain breakage.Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain Marking (a)Chain pitch Inches mm 71/4P6.35 1 or 1/4 1/4 6.35 6, P or PM 3/8 P 9.32 2 or 325 0.325 8.25 3 or 3/8 3/8 9.32 4 or 404 0.404 10.26 689BA027 KN a 7RRWKVKDSHV $QJOH r $% 0LFUR VHPLFKLVHOWRRWK H J 30 50 50 6XSHU IXOOFKLVHOWRRWK H J 36 56 56 5LSSLQJFKDLQH J 30; 50; A B 689BA021 KN
MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C English 54 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 sharpening and side plate angles, depth gauge setting, and tooth length, as well as cleaning grooves and oil inlet holes. Proper sharpening NSelect sharpening tools in accordance with chain pitch NClamp guide bar if necessary NBlock saw chain – push the hand guard forward NTo advance the saw chain, pull the hand guard toward the handlebar: The chain brake is disengaged. With the Quickstop Plus chain brake system, additionally press the throttle trigger lockout NSharpen frequently, removing little m a t e r i a l – t w o o r t h r e e s t r o k e s o f t h e file are usually sufficient for simple resharpening NGuide the file: horizontally ( a t a r i g h t angle to the side surface of the guide bar) in accordance with the specified angle – according to the markings 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 heights also vary and cause rough running of the saw chain and chain breakage. NAll cutters must be filed down equal to the length of the shortest cutter – ideally, one should have this done by a servicing dealer using an electric sharpener Depth gauge setting The depth gauge determines the depth to which the cutter penetrates the wood and thus the chip thickness. 689BA025 KN 001BA203 KN 689BA018 KN 90° 689BA043 KN 689BA023 KN a
MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C English 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 the depth gauge protrudes past the file gauge, the depth gauge must be reworkedSaw chains with humped drive link (2) – upper part of the humped drive link (2) (with service mark) is lowered at the same time as the depth gauge of the cutter. WARNING The rest of the humped drive link must not be filed; otherwise, this could increase the tendency of the chain saw to kick back. NR e w o r k t h e d e p t h g a u g e s o t h a t i t i s flush with the file gauge NAfterwards, dress the leading edge of the depth gauge parallel to the service mark (see arrow) – when doing this, be careful not to further lower the highest point of the depth gauge 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 gauge NAfter 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 Chain pitch Depth gauge Distance (a) Inches (mm) mm (Inches) 1/4 P (6.35) 0.45 (0.018) 1/4 (6.35) 0.65 (0.026) 3/8 P (9.32) 0.65 (0.026) 0.325 (8.25) 0.65 (0.026) 3/8 (9.32) 0.65 (0.026) 0.404 (10.26) 0.80 (0.031) 2 689BA061 KN 1 689BA051 KN 689BA044 KN 689BA052 KN
MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C English 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 750 4327 1110 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1027 0.325 (8.25) 4.8 (3/16) 5605 772 4806 5605 750 4328 1110 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1028 3/8 (9.32) 5.2 (13/64) 5605 772 5206 5605 750 4329 1110 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1029 0.404 (10.26) 5.5 (7/32) 5605 772 5506 5605 750 4330 1106 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1030 1)consisting of file holder with round file, taper square file and file gauge
MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C English 57 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
MS 210, MS 210 C, MS 230, MS 230 C, MS 250, MS 250 C English 58 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 monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required Complete machineVisual inspection (condition, leaks)XX CleanX Throttle trigger, trigger lockout, choke lever, stop switch, Master Control lever (depending on version)Check operationXX Chain brakeCheck operationXX Have checked by dealer 1)X Pickup body/filter in fuel tankCheckX Clean, replace filter elementXX ReplaceXXX Fuel tank CleanX Chain oil tank CleanX Chain lubrication CheckX Saw chainInspect, also check sharpnessXX Check chain tensionXX SharpenX Guide barCheck (wear, damage)X Clean and turn overX DeburrX ReplaceXX Chain sprocket CheckX Air filterCleanXX ReplaceX Antivibration elementsCheck XX Have replaced by dealer 1)X