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► If the oil tank cap cannot be pulled upwards and off: Fold
down the grip on the oil tank cap.
The oil tank is closed.
If the oil tank cap can be pulled upwards and off, perform the
following steps:
► Place the oil tank cap in the filler opening – in any position.
► Press the cap down and rotate it clockwise as far as stop.
► Press the cap down and rotate it counterclockwise until
mark (1) points to mark (2).
► Now try again to close the oil tank.
► If the oil tank still cannot be closed properly: Do not use
the chainsaw and contact a STIHL dealer for assistance.
The chainsaw is not in a safe condition.
6.4
Mounting the Spiked Bumper
► Take out the screw (4) and remove the chain catcher (3).
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7 Engaging and Disengaging the Chain Brake
► Place the spiked bumper (1) in position.
► Fit the screw (2).
► Place the chain catcher (3) in position.
► Insert and tighten down the screw (4) firmly.
► Tighten down the screw (2) firmly.
7 Engaging and Disengaging the Chain
Brake
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7.1
Engaging the Chain Brake
The saw is equipped with a chain brake.
The chain brake is activated by the inertia of the front hand
guard if the kickback force is high enough or can be engaged
by the operator.
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► Push the hand guard away from the front handle with your
left hand.
The hand guard engages with an audible click. The chain
brake is engaged.
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