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19 Cleaning
19.1 Cleaning the Chain Saw
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation, disconnect the chain saw from the power supply
and engage the chain brake before carrying out any cleaning
work, @ 9. Users of this chain saw should carry out only the
cleaning described in this manual.
To clean the chain saw:
► Clean the chain saw's plastic components with a slightly
dampened cloth. Do not use detergents or solvents. They
may damage the polymer components.
► Remove the sprocket cover and clean the area around the
chain sprocket with a slightly dampened cloth or resin
solvent, such as STIHL Resin Remover & Lubricant.
► Do not use a pressure washer to clean the chain saw or
otherwise spray it with water or other liquids.
19.2 Cleaning the Guide Bar and Saw Chain
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation, disconnect the chain saw from the power supply
and engage the chain brake before carrying out any cleaning
work, @ 9. Users of this chain saw should carry out only the
cleaning described in this manual.To help prevent injuries,
always wear heavy-duty work gloves when handling the saw
chain.
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To properly clean the guide bar and saw chain:
► Remove the guide bar and the saw chain, @ 11.2.2.
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► Clean the oil outlet duct (1), oil inlet bore (2) and groove
(3) with a brush, a slightly dampened cloth or resin
solvent, such as STIHL Resin Remover & Lubricant. Do
not use detergents.
► Clean the saw chain with a brush, a slightly dampened
cloth or resin solvent. Do not use detergents.
► Do not use a pressure washer to clean the guide bar or
saw chain or otherwise spray them with water or other
liquids.
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