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How do you break in a Stihl chain?

How do you break in a Stihl chain?

How to Break In a New Stihl Chainsaw

  1. Break in the chainsaw blade prior to cutting with the chainsaw by running the chainsaw at a low speed for approximately three minutes.
  2. Avoid running the chainsaw at full throttle for the first three full tanks of fuel.

Can a chainsaw chain brake?

The inertia chain brake is a very important safety feature of the modern chain saw. It improves the safe use of the chainsaw in 3 separate ways: It acts as a hand guard protecting your left hand from being slapped and stabbed by tree branches while limbing, bucking, and clearing.

Should you start a chainsaw with the chain brake on?

When using a chainsaw, you should always start it with the chain brake engaged so the chain does not move.

Do you need to break in a STIHL chainsaw?

If you just purchased a new Stihl chainsaw, it’s a good idea to break it in before using it for any cutting projects. Immediately using it to cut anything, particularly very heavy or dense wood, can ruin the chain.

Do I need to break in my new Stihl chainsaw?

Related Articles. If you just purchased a new Stihl chainsaw, it’s a good idea to break it in before using it for any cutting projects. Immediately using it to cut anything, particularly very heavy or dense wood, can ruin the chain.

How do you activate the chain brake on a Stihl MS 361 c?

MS 361 C This STIHL chainsaw is equipped with a chain brake system that can be activated in three different ways. As before, the chain brake can be activated by the inertia of the front hand guard in certain kickback situations or manually by pushing the front hand guard toward the bar nose.

What kind of fuel does a Stihl MS 361 use?

MS 341, MS 361, MS 361 C Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oil- gasoline mixture for fuel (see the chap- ter on “Fuel” of your instruction manual). Warning! Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. If spilled and ignited by a spark or other ignition source, it can cause fire and serious burn injury or property damage.

Where do you put the chain on a MS 361?

MS 361 C : Pull the hand guard (6)back toward the front handle. Wear work gloves to protect your hands from the sharp cutters. : Fit the chain – start at the bar nose.