How to Properly Operate and Maintain a STIHL Chain Saw | STIHL Tutorial

[@bobikdylan]

A few years ago, after ten years of accident-free cutting, I had a lapse of concentration and cut my leg. It wasn't too bad but required several stitches. After recovery, I bought Stihl Universal protective pants. They were not cheap, but cheaper than legs, and now I never work without them. Stay safe.

[@stihlusa]

We're so glad to hear you're staying safe with STIHL PPE! Thank you for sharing.

[@Vyugtyutg]

This is one of the best chainsaw videos on the internet

[@natsukashii2255]

I'm a wildland firefighter going on my 2 second season. I just received my S-212 certification and recently bought an MS 251 to practice and train with. It's such a sweet saw. The power to weight ratio is insane and so easy to work with.

[@mickhurley7305]

Thank you for showing us how to operate our chainsaws safely. More of this type of videos please. I just got a new Stihl 170.

[@DoICareHD]

Made felling a tree look easy!

[@dakotarashgolf423]

New chainsaw owner, and this was a very good video to watch. Best one out of all the chainsaw videos I’ve watched so far. Thank you Stihl 👍🏻

[@stihlusa]

Hi Dakota, happy to hear it!

[@HYPNOTIZEMINDS100]

Awesome video as a firefighter I can use this video to teach my fellow firefighters about the proper use and maintenance of a chainsaw. Thanks again

[@stevenkmckendallsr1169]

Because they HAVE NOT chaptered this video - at least, not as presented here (but maybe instead, on a DVD copy[?]), I took the liberty to literally spend about 3 hours dissecting it, in order to put the following timeline guide together for their viewers. Hay STIHL, you ought to send me a free head-gear set for the free labor, LOL. Here's the time line guide: 0:40 Selecting the right chainsaw 1:11 Your chainsaw manual 1:34 Item's you'll need, to maintain your chainsaw: filing tools (a round file with a holder or guide, a flat file, and a depth gauge - and a stump vice) 2:15 Items to help you while using your chainsaw: Moto Mix; Bar & Chain Oil; felling wedges (i.e., plastic, not metal [ref., 26:32 - 26:54) and a felling axe, and a can't hook or log roller; a pole pruner, to safely remove limbs 2:47 Protective apparel (i.e., Personal Protective Equipment, [or ‘PPE”]): Protective helmet system (i.e. with face shield and hearing protection), and ANSI compliant protective safety glasses; a sturdy pair of non-slip gloves; and a pair of STIHL protective (leg) chaps 3:25 with verdict Pro fibers 4:33; heavy duty, steel-toed work boots 6:28 Don’t work alone 6:37 Pre-inspection process, to make sure chainsaw is ready, before you begin. (Note: The term “AV System”, referenced to at the 6:56 minute mark, is refers to the “anti-vibration” system. In 1964, STIHL filed a patent for an anti-vibration system for chainsaws. The patent included the use of rubber elements to separate the handle from the engine, cutting the vibration level in half. In 1965, production started on a STIHL Contra equipped with the new feature - now known as the anti-vibration [AV] system). Check the air filter 7:08 7:19 STIHL recommended maintenance schedule 7:27 Chain-brake 7:37 Off/on switch, throttle trigger lockout and throttle trigger 7:44 Saw spark arrestor 7:55 Chain condition: proper sharpening and tension on bar 8:01 Adjusting chain tension 9:31 Sharpening chain - large uniform wood chips vs fine sawdust, and sharpening (Note: This is a link to the STIHL USA KZbin channel, containing the STIHL’s how to sharpen your chainsaw chain related videos - there’s actually several) 10:25 Sharpening Chain: Ensuring correct filing angle, when using file guide; correct angle and file size / warning; procedure. 13:17 Setting Chains Depth Gauge clearance - exact-depth filing, and tapering edge angle 14:21 Fuel and Bar & Chain Oil: Requirements & procedures 15:36 Pre-work Self Evaluation: Warning; advisory 16:02 Felling Trees: Conventional Cut (at 25:17) and Open-Faced Cut techniques (at 28:13); limbing (at and bucking up the tree up into firewood (at 29:12) - (procedures, warnings, guidance and advise) 20:55 How to properly start your chainsaw: Starting positions, chain brake, purge pump feature, decompression valve (usually found on professional; saws); cold-starts - throttle trigger interlock; master control lever - cold-start position vs warm-start position; burping; procedures, cautions. Note: This segment of the video comes from and matches the 1:54 - 5:45 segment of the STIHL video entitled How to Start Your Chainsaw, which also includes relevant information, from both the precedent and latter portions there-of, including what to do if you happen to flood your STIHL chainsaw by mistake 34:35 Important post chainsaw work maintenance: Inspection, cleaning, bar groove / rail cleaner; bar holes (including lubrication) and slots; extending bar wearability; air filter; starter rope; replace (i.e., reinstall bar & chain [not demonstrated in this video], and tighten [7:55])

[@michaelhuskey3225]

Thanks very much for taking the time to create and post this, Steven. Well done.

[@stevenkmckendallsr1169]

@@michaelhuskey3225 And thank you, for your kind acknowlefgement / appreciation, for which I am likewise grateful.

[@AidanSkoyles]

bravo sir

[@jimamccracken5783]

I am new to chin saws and sawing thanks very much fr the great video. I now feel more comfortable using a chainsaw.

[@Alex-op2kc]

2:18 - Safety 8:06 - Saw Parts and Functions 16:02 - Chainsaw Operations 34:36 - Maintenance (Credit: Found in a Team Rubicon course)

[@dustinwestphal803]

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[@johnmills3163]

Very good video ! 👍👍

[@MrPaddy1000111]

Great video. Apart from 26:53 when he walks around the front of the tree into the felling zone.

[@roadscholar9323]

Glad someone else saw that! :}

[@irishcherokee8884]

Homeowners new to powersaws will gain life saving training from this video. Most of today's young arborist were born knowing everything and having the skills no one else has. They never needed training.

[@masterofnone11]

Except for the part he walks in the path of a tree with all the cuts made ...smh 🙄

[@carlyburgess5196]

Thank you! This was a great training video

[@rodneyhatcher1858]

Thanks for the safety video I needed a refresh my mind on safety and maintenance on my saw.

[@johnsweeney3060]

Great video, thank you for taking the time and trouble to go through all the details… it certainly helps me. Keep up the good work.

[@BG-vq9fd]

I do not remember if my first Stihl was an FS86 string trimmer or 023 saw. I have been a fan ever since. I recently purchased am MS261. I cannot wait to use it.

[@paulwharton1850]

Excellent video - I learnt a lot. Many thanks.....all the way from London !

[@hansrajramlall2644]

Very helpful awesome video

[@jeanchery7246]

Thanks I learned something

[@dahdahpoe4662]

Thank you so much for this video 😊

[@frankcowan6625]

Wonderful video guys. All of you.

very good instruction. I'm glad I watched this.

[@Trivit30]

Was cool to see how the chaps work, have a couple pair of them....

[@stevenwilkie6153]

I tried my out. Best money I ever spent!

[@domcoscia8465]

Dom C Excellent video, it covered everything necessary to safely operate and maintain my Farm Boss chainsaw. I learned a few new tricks too.

[@humanonearth1]

What keeps ER surgery doctors super busy? New chainsaw owners that drop start wearing shorts and flip flops.

[@tjlovesrachel]

Lolll I drop start all the time… but I guess some people just can’t grasp the concept to do it safely

[@humanonearth1]

@@tjlovesrachel People donate blood to help folk like you.

[@bobikdylan]

@@tjlovesrachel I do it, too. My MS 180 is small enough, but I wouldn't do it with one of the bigger saws. It's better for novices to avoid drop starting until they're experienced.

[@jamesaramakutu4834]

Whats drop starting flicking your chainsaw as you pull the starter?

[@zaineridling]

Great video, since this is essentially a video user's manual! However, I recommend adding time markers in the description to allow viewers to jump directly to each topic. Thank you!

[@donaldmerrill2962]

Hey can I get the layout of the from the ignition button to the to the show or to the carburetor whatever

[@benink5690]

I worked for Aslpnudh a long time ago. Got a nice Stihl saw here today and am scared shirtless of it. As everyone should be. Mostly afraid due to my very bad back that left me working from home, remotely.

[@robertouellette3749]

Excellant video. Good review for us amateurs

[@kdegraa]

When limbing up a fallen tree I like to start at the extremities from the top. This way when cutting, the branches are not loose and moving around. It’s easier this way to cut short lengths of branches down to the trunk. Once the trunk is clear of branches it’s either cut up for firewood or is used as timber.

[@Kokoras1980]

🇬🇷👍 from florina Greece and Western Macedonia.

[@johnreese1584]

Great video, easy to understand and implement. One question, why and when to use the different felling cuts?

[@masterofnone11]

Pretty girl talking chainsaws....Stihl you have my attention :)

[@strokerace8989]

Wow what a great vid leaned every thing I what to know Ty

[@heavysnow8616]

All good information! It’s imperative to use approved PPE equipment! Saw accidents name and kill in a split second. Be sober, alert and rested. Keep the saw chain sharp. A sharp saw is dangerous, a dull one is deadly!

[@D-OveRMinD]

Oh wow. I thought chaps would be garbage, but that's pretty cool when shown how it works.

[@bobikdylan]

They are hot as hell in warm weather but could save you a ton of pain and money at the ER. (I speak from bloody experience)

[@frontyardfirewood]

Good refresher, 👍

[@malcross2524]

Thanks Guys, Xcellent tutorial for a newby lije me

[@jerryoliver5591]

It fits and works

[@marenpurves4493]

Learned a lot, but some of the things I can't apply. For one, I live in the tropics. I get dehydrated chainsawing in shorts and a t-shirt. I'm a widowed homeowner without permanent neighbors next door on either side, my "partner" is having a phone in my pocket. I get what you're saying but some people's circumstances are different. I'm also more concerned about an earthquake happening than about sawing into my leg (that's one of the reasons why I only own a small chainsaw). What got me here is trying to determine what to buy to sharpen my chain, or whether it would be cheaper to replace it - and the case may very well be the latter.

[@bobikdylan]

I cut my leg with a chainsaw a few years ago. Now I sweat and complain when cutting in my Stihl protective gear, but my legs won't be cut again. Put safety above comfort. If you have a service point nearby, they'll sharpen your chain for very little. I used to sharpen my own chains, but as an occasional user I'd rather pay to have it done.

[@marenpurves4493]

@@bobikdylan I completely get that. I still have a chain of my 10" chainsaw lying around and rather than sharpening it or getting it sharpened (so far) I bought a new one. At some point I may get fed up with having to put chains into metal recycling - because I know I will hit the dirt again.

[@hoyt15flhtk82]

If you use your saw often. Do yourself a favor and purchase a Stihl Carbide tip chain. You will not regret the purchase price once you start working with it. I cut for 3mo straight 6 days a week averaging 6.5hrs a day for 2 yrs without needing chain to be sharpened. Very good chain with sharpness retained cutting mostly Locust,W&R Oaks,hard maples,Hickory,and Walnut trees. I'll never go back to a Standard Chain as long as Carbide Chains are for my model of saws. Work SAFELY and have FUN while cutting!!!

[@PaulSi]

I just bought an MS 361 and came across ths in the manual "Firmly tighten down the cylinder base screws of professional saws" without any elaboration. Would be able to clarify exactly which screws are being referred to?

[@jjuggernaut3218]

Jen is super cute!

[@wizardfix]

Loads of really useful information on maintenance and safety, very clearly presented. Thank you guys! But it would have been even better without the distracting background music (of which I do not comprehend the purpose).

[@GroundFN1]

Great tips thanks

[@AStanton1966]

When cutting trees, there's two clubs you never want to be an honorary member of: the Hang 'em High Club (when a tree gets hung up on another tree while falling) and the Chainsaw Bar Stuck Club.

[@stevenwilkie6153]

I do a lot of trail work. I always carry a spare chain and bar.

[@jonschaefer1463]

Great video thanks

[@kevinf2978]

I am definitely getting a pair of those chaps..

[@alessandroronaldsabelli7195]

whats the starting position I should use when I'm climbing and need to start it, Can't do either of those lol

[@jamesrehak1312]

I would start the saw on the ground and let it warm up . Turn it off . Do the climbing and one pull should start it when you are ready to cut.

[@matthewbwanga395]

Thank you

[@MrCJHamill]

She's very pretty! This is a great safety video.

[@afellowinnewengland6142]

All of the Stihl videos recommend warming up the saw before use, but none of them define the length of time required to warm up the saw, or ways to confirm the saw is sufficiently warm. Cutting with an engine that's too cold can cause internal damage. Stihl should edit or amend their videos to provide guidance on this. I've seen new saws ruined from cold seizure because owners didn't let them warmup sufficiently. Big oversight by Stihl when making these videos.

[@toddjacobs5660]

Then to adjust yr high & low speed screws, drill out the plugs that are holding the screws from being adjusted use about a 5/32nd drill bit, clean out shavings & adjust, now yr saw can run correctly 😉 !

[@kamyszallassad4466]

Ale wy śmieszni jesteście szczególnie ten twój wyłysiały lowelas hihihi

[@TRICK-OR-TREAT236]

EXACTLY WHAT I WAS THINKIN DUDE !

[@slpip]

Stihl saws are hard to pull start. I thought I wanted to buy a Stihl chainsaw. I walked into a Stihl showroom and tested the chainsaws I would like to buy. I pulled every Stihl chainsaws in the showroom. Fantastic, I couldn't pull any chainsaws in the showroom. Of course, I walked out with no chainsaw. I ordered a Husqvarna 460 Rancher with a 24" bar. It came in few days. Amazing, two pulls easily without issue, I started my Husqvarna 460 Rancher chainsaw. Used my Husky to take down a 70 ft high over 24" dia meter large tree in few minutes. I realized Stihl is not my saw.

[@SeriousSchitt]

Did you try 'drop starting' it? I can't start my saw any other way. The 'ONLY' way to properly start a chainsaw is by the correct 'drop start' method!

[@toddlosure4793]

If you aren't strong enough to start a saw you don't have any bussiness using one. Also, Stihl saws are one of the easiest saws to start.

[@joshuamaggard7629]

Stihl Saws are made for real men so it’s a good thing you bought the little boys brand saw

[@tjlovesrachel]

Lolll you are aware of the decompression button right…. And you should’ve gotten a cordless/electric saw it seems like lmaoooo

[@trapf2698]

Well said. Your a smart man. Husky husky husky.

[@wolverinebear5357]

I just bought a 362 from a dealer in my town, he was an ol grizzled ol man didnt speak much didn't tell me anything about my purchase, do i have a warranty? I didn't even get instruction pamphlet like from the box or anything hell i didn't even get a chainsaw wrench. Just kinda figured at $965.00 id atleast get a chainsaw wrench, i didn't even get a manual, i told the dude it was my first chainsaw ever.

[@dujeamizic8804]

can i use straight gas to clean clutch cover on my stihl ms 180

[@bobbyharvill4225]

Put diesel in a pump up bug sprayer.

[@gilbertbeachradio]

I liked your video and it's very helpful

[@lawrencebmontoya]

Please share the link to the chaptered video

[@tjlovesrachel]

Your saw inspection procedure failed to mention the obligatory muffler mod and the removal of the carb limiter caps…. And I love how the “professional” trainer walked around the front of the tree to check the far side hingewood

[@frontyardfirewood]

Lol 😆

[@tjlovesrachel]

@@frontyardfirewood just sayin..lol

[@johndenninger8144]

Is there a Spanish version or Spanish subtitles available?

[@commentsonthetube14]

"We've chaptered the video so you can jump back to sections" No text in video description. No time links

[@allowambeBOWWAMB]

DVD rip? :)

[@karlrovey]

It was on a DVD. KZbin chaptering wasn't available when this was uploaded.

[@kevywilliams3304]

5:11 RUINED CLUTCH !

[@lllilililililililililll]

Have you seen a hospital bill??

[@reedcooper6545]

Thanks!!

[@chrisjpainter]

er...26:56. That is a man standing right underneath a tree that's had all its cuts made. If that tree goes early - common enough with standard felling cuts - he gets splatted!

[@jackconstantine2918]

Best bit about the video is the babe 👌🏽

[@joelbenoitthewanderingbiso4976]

yeah he's quite a babe.

[@beingsneaky]

great video i have never falling a tree nore operated a chainsaw before, but for me i would not be walking in front of a tree that has had all its falling cuts made. looks like a recipe for disaster to me.

[@rickyflinchum2909]

And remember, the guy that did walk in front of the tree that had all it's falling cuts made is a "professional".

[@charlesr.wallace5597]

Cowlitz River Rigging in Longview,WA has all these things you need for your job.

[@marnellevlogs4634]

What's the latest model equivalent to 070 model

[@stihlusa]

Hello Marnelle, STIHL offers the MS661 at 91cc and the MS881 at 121cc. They will be the closest comparable saws to the 070 which offered 105cc.

[@juncuspatens]

Hard to focus with the bluegrass music, would love a music free version thanks

[@nickdonalds0546]

Jan Har 😍

[@FUNKIN1FOREVER]

❤2:47❤

[@dalesanders7028]

We have a Stihl chainsaw 032 AV that says "Made in West Germany" on the side. How cool is that? It runs great but learning how to maintain it is a challenge. This week I'll be changing the fuel filter and fuel lines, and spark plug. It bogs down recently on a load, so I may have to adjust the high side a little. What a great product of German engineering, and has earned its reputation. This chainsaw runs with the big boys.

[@wayned2315]

might want to check\clean air filter and spark arrestor also

[@sash328]

What a beautifull presenter.

[@sherwinsalvatori6997]

I was told by my stihl agent that my STIHL ht103 should not cut anything more than 2 inches thick ,but I saw in this video a branch being cut that look like 5 inches thick

[@stihlusa]

Hello Sherwin, No idea why they would have said that. You can make cuts as long as the guide bar is. Typically when pruning with a pole pruner it's rare to utilize the whole length of the guide bar.

[@jamesrehak1312]

I have an old 019 saw for working off a ladder and that little saw goes thru 8" and 10" stuff with no problem. Later when I got the polesaw I put the same bar on both to be able to interchange the chains. Both are great saws.

[@ryanssawmill8224]

Get the gullet friends don't matter what size the teeth are gullet an rakers are the factor in fast power cutting

[@mm88swrt]

So my ms660 is overkill to just get firewood?!

[@tjlovesrachel]

NEVER

[@mm88swrt]

@tjlovesrachel ya I was joking lol. I use it all the time!

[@logansaloma572]

How much does it cost MS 362 CM ?

[@stihlusa]

Thanks for your question, Logan. Your local STIHL dealer will be the best source for this information. Here’s a link to find the closest one to you: bit.ly/3K3sRkt. Let us know if you need anything else.

[@wayned2315]

roughly $900 plus sales tax

[@ck3561]

Me - ☑️Ram 2500 ☑️ Stihl chainsaw ☑️ pretty girl as my helper

Pick Up car type???

[@TRICK-OR-TREAT236]

DODGE RAM

[@pekerja27]

Pasti enak banget kikir Rante mesin pake alat kikir ini, kadang kami kikir doang JD sakit di tangan

[@LowreyContractorsUK]

An excellent video. A shame the products starting reliability is shit

[@treyfisse3230]

When Stihl said “wear your chaps” I will continue to buy their products because I just love the fucking humor

[@dwoodog]

Bummer that removing dead trees is more than likely what you'll be wanting to remove. Reminded me how dangerous this can be.

[@TRICK-OR-TREAT236]

SHE HAS VERY BRIGHT SHINY TEETH LIKE THE BEAVERS ON MY FARM POND.

[@k-3402]

Very poetic

[@ShakespeareCafe]

Invest in a couple of 99 cent funnels at the dollar store

[@shaqfu1528]

The first thing I do is take out the spark arrester

[@maxingmust2264]

Stihl is one of the safest saws because it won't start!

[@stihlusa]

Hi, We recommend that you reach out to your local STIHL dealer for support. Here’s a link to find the closest one to you: www.stihlusa.com/locator/search/. Let us know if you need anything else.

[@shanthakumaradissanayaka]

🙏

[@cuddlemuffin44]

She’s got great teeth.

[@jwentworth4378]

And a Dentist with Deck...shoes

[@kellyronaghan5587]

Jen is a real pretty women!

[@typ8723]

I lost my leg to Stihl saw.

[@js_1995x]

Man, it stole your leg!

[@rewind12354]

You kidding? I nearly lost my arm with a grinder a few months ago. I had a circular saw blade on it and I slipped over and the blade was still spinning, Almost cut my arm off.

[@geodezix]

16:59 sweat on shirt

[@wayned2315]

perhaps why the felling was left to a more experienced feller, in better physical shape.

[@dylanescalante5104]

First comment!!! :)

[@BFaluup]

That girl is beautiful and awsome.

[@TRICK-OR-TREAT236]

AND SHE CUTS DOWN TREES TOO. WHAT MORE COULD A MAN POSSIBLY WANT ?

[@6666tank]

B'HAVE

[@patrickswayzejr.4620]

Personally, I'd prefer them not to know how to cut my limbs off...

[@sirkandal]

why not use protective pants ? must be better then chaps. og use protective boots!

[@SeriousSchitt]

sirkandal: Chaps allow one's legs to breathe a bit more, so you don't sweat so much.

[@shaqfu1528]

I cut in shorts

[@derekrudkin9978]

3:38 those cuts are godly horrible

[@vinniehealey3795]

Jens hott

[@BOOGiNS]

A brisk pace... 37 min later

[@tittiger]

Why the heck can't I add this video to my lists like I can every other youtube? You can't for any of the Stihl videos.

[@CharlieArehart1]

Joe Tittiger I had no problem adding this to a list. Maybe it was some temporary problem.