The Stihl MS 170/170 C/180/180 C chain saw instruction manual provides safety guidelines, operating steps, maintenance procedures, and specifications.
This manual covers all essential information for safely operating the Stihl MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180 and MS 180 C chain saws. It begins with safety precautions, required protective equipment, and pictograms, then explains fueling, chain lubrication, and proper handling of the saw.
Detailed sections describe starting and stopping the engine, chain tensioning, bar and chain mounting, carburetor adjustment, and routine maintenance such as cleaning the air filter, checking the spark plug, and sharpening the chain. The document also lists technical specifications, optional accessories, spare‑part ordering information, and the EC Declaration of Conformity.
| Displacement (MS 170) | 30.1 cm³ |
|---|---|
| Sound power level (MS 170) | 108 dB(A) |
| Sound power level (MS 180) | 109 dB(A) |
| Serial identification number | 1130 |
Operators should wear safety glasses or a face shield, hearing protection (earplugs or earmuffs), steel‑toed safety boots, a safety hard hat, heavy‑duty gloves, and protective clothing with cut‑retardant inserts.
The saw requires a fuel mixture of gasoline and engine oil, filled into the fuel tank before operation.
Chain tension can be set using either the front chain tensioner or the quick chain tensioner as described in the “Mounting the Bar and Chain” sections.