Stihl 362 C Manual

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Maintenance and Care
The following information applies in normal operating conditions. The specified inter-
vals must be shortened accordingly when working for longer than normal or under 
difficult cutting conditions (extensive dust, highly resinous lumber, lumber from trop-
ical trees, etc.). If the machine is only used occasionally, the intervals can be 
extended accordingly.
Before starting work
At the end of work and/or 
daily
Whenever tank is refilled
Weekly
Monthly
Yearly
If...

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Air filterCleanXX
ReplaceX
Anti-vibration elementsCheckXX
Have them replaced by a servicing 
dealer
1)X
Air intake on fan housing CleanXX X
Cylinder fins CleanXX X
CarburetorCheck idle adjustment – saw chain must 
not rotateXX
If the saw chain rotates in idle, have the 
chain saw serviced by a servicing 
dealer
1)X
Spark plugAdjust electrode gapX
Replace after 100 hours of operationX
Accessible screws, nuts and bolts Tighten
2)X
Spark arresting screen in mufflerHave checked by a...

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51 1Shroud Lock
2Handle Heating Switch (Special 
Option)
3Spark Plug Boot
4Shutter
5Decompression Valve
6Chain Brake
7Chain Sprocket
8Chain Sprocket Cover
9Chain Catcher
10Chain Tensioner (lateral)
11Bumper Spike
12Guide Bar
13Oilomatic Saw Chain
14Oil Filler Cap
15Muffler
16Front Hand Guard
17Front Handle
18Starter Grip
19Fuel Filler Cap
20Master Control Lever
21Throttle Trigger
22Throttle Trigger Lockout
23Rear Handle
24Rear Hand Guard
#Serial Number
Main Parts
19
22
21
23
24
17
18...

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Definitions
1 Shroud Lock.
Lock for the shroud.
2 Handle Heating Switch (Special 
option).
For switching the electric handle 
heating on and off.
3 Spark Plug Boot.
Connects the spark plug with the 
ignition wire.
4Shutter.
With summer and winter positions. 
Carburetor is heated in winter 
position.
5 Decompression Valve (autmatically 
resetting).
Releases compression pressure to 
make starting easier - when 
activated.
6 Chain Brake.
A device to stop the rotation of the 
chain if...

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EPA / CEPA
The Emission Compliance Period 
referred to on the Emissions 
Compliance Label indicates the number 
of operating hours for which the engine 
has been shown to meet Federal 
emission requirements.
Category
Engine
STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine
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Ignition System
Electronic magneto ignition
Fuel System
All position diaphragm carburetor with 
integral fuel pump
Chain lubrication
Fully automatic, speed-controlled oil 
pump with rotary piston. Additional...

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54 Please enter your saw model, serial 
number as well as the part numbers of 
the guide bar and saw chain in the 
spaces provided. This will make re-
ordering simpler.
The guide bar and saw chain are subject 
to normal wear and tear. When 
purchasing these parts, always quote 
the saw model, the part numbers and 
names of the parts.
See "Specifications" in this manual for 
the recommended reduced kickback 
cutting attachments.Users of this unit should carry out only 
the...

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55 STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty 
Policy
This product is sold subject to the STIHL 
Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy, 
available at 
http://www.stihlusa.com/warranty.html.
It can also be obtained from your 
authorized STIHL dealer or by calling 
1-800-GO-STIHL (1-800-467-8445).Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
The U.S. Environmental Protection 
Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated 
are pleased to explain the Emission 
Control System Warranty on your 
equipment type engine....

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56 problem exists. The warranty repairs will 
be completed in a reasonable amount of 
time, not to exceed 30 days.
If you have any questions regarding your 
warranty rights and responsibilities, 
please contact a STIHL customer 
service representative at 1-800-467-
8445 or you can write to
STIHL Inc.,
536 Viking Drive, P.O. Box 2015,
Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015
www.stihlusa.com
Coverage by STIHL Incorporated
STIHL Incorporated warrants to the 
ultimate purchaser and each 
subsequent...

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57 –Clamps
–Fasteners
Where to Make a Claim for Warranty 
Service
Bring the product to any authorized 
STIHL servicing dealer.
Maintenance Requirements
The maintenance instructions in this 
manual are based on the application of 
the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil 
mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). 
Deviations from this recommendation 
regarding quality and mixing ratio of fuel 
and oil may require shorter maintenance 
intervals.
Limitations
This Emission Control Systems...

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