Overview - Stihl MSA 161 T Notice D'emploi

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Overview

3.1 Chainsaw and Battery
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1 Chain sprocket
The chain sprocket drives the saw chain.
2 Tensioning screw
The tensioning screw is used to adjust the
chain tension.
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3 Spiked bumper
The spiked bumper supports the chainsaw
against the wood while cutting.
4 Chain catcher
The chain catcher catches the saw chain if it
breaks or comes off the bar.
5 Guide bar
The guide bar supports and guides the saw
chain.
6 Saw chain
The saw chain cuts the wood.
7 Chain sprocket cover
The chain sprocket cover covers the chain
sprocket and fastens the guide bar to the
chain saw.
8 Nut
The nut secures the chain sprocket cover to
the chainsaw.
9 Chain scabbard
The chain scabbard protects against contact
with the saw chain.
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The chainsaw is standard equipped without the spiked bumper. The spiked bumper is available as an
accessory.
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10 Front hand guard
The front hand guard protects the operator's
left hand against contact with the saw chain
and is used to engage the chain brake in the
event of kickback.
11 Ergo lever
The ergo lever holds the locking button in
position when the trigger is released.
12 Locking button
The locking button unlocks the trigger.
13 Control handle
The control handle is used to control, hold
and guide the chainsaw.
14 Locking lever
The locking lever holds the battery in the bat‐
tery compartment.
15 Battery compartment
The battery compartment holds the battery.
16 Oil tank cap
The oil tank cap closes the oil tank.
17 Handlebar
The handlebar is used to hold, control and
carry the chainsaw.
18 Trigger
The trigger turns the chainsaw on and off.
19 Ring
The ring is used for hanging the chainsaw
while working in a tree.
20 Battery
The battery supplies the chainsaw with
power.
21 Button
The button activates the LEDs on the battery.
22 LEDs
The LEDs indicate the state of charge of the
battery and any faults.
# Rating plate with the machine number
3.2 Symbols
Meanings of symbols that may be on the chain‐
saw and battery:
This symbol shows the direction of
rotation of the chain.
Turn in this direction to tension the saw
chain.
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