M S-230 Stihl chainsaw: Description, features, and precautions for use

Stihl MS-230 chainsaw. Technical features and features of use

The more popular the brand, the higher the probability of fakes! This is exactly the situation with Stihl MS 230 chain saws – the consumer buys a technique that should work long and regularly, and gets a breakdown that fails in a short time. Chinese fakes cost less than the buyers. The price of the original product ranges from 17 to 20 thousand rubles.

Clear signs of fakes are:

• Lower price;
• Rough body of low quality, which is made in faint colors;
• Placement of the upper air filter screw instead of the side air filter;
• The oil tank cap is just convex and not under a screwdriver.
• The original fuel tank cap is innovatively made, tightly screwed on, etc.

Stihl MS 230 35 cm bars

The MS 230 14 tires 35 cm is quiet and lightweight; it is a reliable helper when working with wood. You will be able to quickly and without unnecessary effort look up and down trees with trunks up to 30 cm in diameter. The high output of the tool is provided by the 2.7 HP engine. Working volume of 40.2 cu. m. The unique patented Stihl Oilomatic Picco microcutter provides easy operation, an excellent cutting line and virtually eliminates the chainsaw lifting from the tree surface at the beginning of work. In the event of a kickback, the QuickStop chain brake system stops the engine on the second split and eliminates the possibility of operator disruption. QuickStop also stops when the front hand stop is pressed.

The tool’s efficiency is guaranteed by the unique ematic lubrication system, which brings the oil flow only to the parts subject to friction and wear. Savings can be up to 50%.

Features and benefits of the MS 230 14 tires 35 cm

• Low noise level
• low weight
• reliability
• high performance
• safety
• Quickstop braking system
• Ematic lubrication system

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Quickstop brake for an immediate stop

The QuickStop chain brake is a safety mechanism when working with chain saws. The chain brake engages when you press the front stop with your hand and stops the saw chain for a few seconds. If there is a lot of pressure, the Quic k-Stop chain brake is automatically activated.

Strong vibration in the handlebar area can cause chronic blood circulation problems in the hands. That’s why Stihl has developed a highly effective anti-vibration system (AC). With AC, engine vibration transmitted to the handles is noticeably reduced.

Chain tension device

The tensioning screw is accessible from the side of the chainsaw cover. This prevents your hands from coming in contact with the sharp chain and gear tips.

Lubrication of the ematic chain disc

The Stihlematic system consists of the ematic guide bar, oilomatic saw chain and a variable flow oil pump. The special design of the bar and chain ensures that every drop of oil gets exactly to where it is needed for lubrication. This reduces oil consumption by up to 50%.

Machine functions such as cold start, hot start, operation and shutdown are controlled by a separate lever. This makes operation particularly convenient and safe, since the right palm remains under control.

Quick Tension System (B)

The patented STIHL quick chain tensioning system (B) turns spy chain tensioning into child’s play. You just have to loosen the nut on the chain sprocket cover and tighten the chain quickly and easily using the sprocket wheel. No tools are needed for this.

Warming up the carburetor

In winter, you can rely on a steel chainsaw with a heated carburetor. In winter mode, the carburetor is blown with heated, absorbed air, which prevents icing. Switching from summer mode to winter mode is done by moving the hand.

Compression pressure creates thick forces, straining muscles and joints when starting two-stroke engines. The elastostart significantly reduces these harmful effects. A special damping element in the starter handle alternately takes up and releases energy in accordance with the compression process. In this way the starting process is smooth and jolt-free. (See illustration)

The fuel tank can be opened without the use of tools.

Special patented caps for fuel and oil tanks. When available, opens and closes tanks quickly and without tools.

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Description and Characteristics

Stihl MS 230 Strip Cutter is a semi-professional tool that has been used on site and in everyday life to perform a variety of operations:

• Chopping trees;
• Woodworking;
• Felling wood;
• In landscaping;
• In small design.

The weight of the Stihl MS-230 Motopil is 4.6 kg. The chainsaw body consists of durable lightweight plastic which is not afraid of mechanical damage. The body contains a 2.7-liter carburetor engine of the original Stihl manufacture. С.

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Starting is done with a starter rope. Easy start system with a built-in decompressor, fuel pump and heated carburetor, the device is easy to start and in the winter cold.

A compensator in the diaphragm is provided to stabilize engine rpm and improve exhaust quality. To protect the operator from sparks flying out of the muffler, special spark arrestors are installed.

Stihl MS 230 chain saw in operation

The saw system is tensioned, thanks to which the bar is secured by 4 screws. The operator can choose the necessary bar size from 14 to 16 inches. The saw chain is automatically lubricated with oil at the control points, which extends the life of the chain and saves consumption of lubricants.

The manufacturer creates another modification of Stihl MS-230 chainsaw model 230 C 16.

Stihl chainsaw 230 C 16 has received the following improvements:

• 55-member saw chain;
• Heated handles;
• Fuel transfer primer;
• Changed saw head tensioning.

MS-230 certificate, technical characteristics:

Cylinder displacement.	40,2 cm³
performance	2/2.7 kWhp.
Tire length	35 cm
Specific gravity	2.3 kg/kW
storage	2,800 rpm.
Number of revolutions Pmax 1)	10 000 rpm
Stihl oilomatic stice/type	3/8″ P/ Picco Micro 3
Weight 2)	4.6 kg
Tank capacity	0.47 l
Vibration level left/right 3)	6.9/8.9 m/s²
Sound power level 4)	113 dB(A)
Sound pressure level 4)	101 dB(A)

Technical characteristics of Stihl MS 230

The basis of chainsaw is a two-stroke engine with the volume of 45.4 cm3. It runs on a standard 50:1 petrol and oil mixture. The engine has a considerable power reserve, is economical and made of high-quality materials.

Otherwise, the tool has the following technical characteristics:

• Power – 2.7 hp. С..;
• chain pitch – 3/8 inch;
• chain thickness – 1.3 mm;
• tank capacity – 470 ml;
• oil tank – 200 ml;
• bar length – 35 cm;
• weight – 4,6 kg.

Owner’s Manual

The original instruction manual for the Stihl chainsaw includes the following:

1. Stihl chainsaw device.
2. Features of the MS 230 model.
3. safety requirements.
4. preparation for work.
5. running-in period.
6. Maintenance of chainsaw Stihl.
7. Mistakes.
8. Getting ready for work

The saw is assembled, the chainsaw is put on, the chain is tensioned, the fuel mix is prepared (for 5 litres of petrol 92 100 ml of oil for 2-stroke engines Shtil), the mix and the chain oil are poured into appropriate containers. The tightening force of the fasteners is checked, the chainsaw is started, the operator checks the idle run and the chain lubrication.

shrinkage

This period takes exactly as long as necessary to burn 4-8 tanks of fuel mixture in the sparing mode (50% power).

maintenance

1. Every day – “before” and “after” work – the Stihl MS-230 chainsaw is checked for performance and cleaned of dirt.
2. Scheduled inspections are performed to detect malfunctions, minor malfunctions, to adjust the chainsaw carburetor, sharpen the chain, etc.
3. Serious malfunctions of the Stihl chainsaw require repair in the service center.

We suggest you watch a video about how to adjust the carburetor on the Stihl 230 chainsaw with your own hands:

For a complete list of malfunctions, see the malfunction table in this manual.

Operation and Maintenance Manual

Stihl 230-ms safe operation and maintenance rules:

• it is recommended to work in protective clothing and mask, headphones;
• Before starting the chainsaw, make sure it is in good condition and has fuel;
• Do not cut with the end of the hoop – this movement will cause a kickback and increase the chance of the blade jamming in the wood.
• Service conditions – daily inspection of chainsaw, clean sawdust, clean fuel filter once a month, change fuel to fresh, adjust carburetor once a year, tighten chain after loosening chain, sharpen/replace chain depending on condition of part.

Technical features

Dense arrangement of internal equipment and fuel tanks allowed to reduce the size of the body to a compact size, which does not exclude convenient access to the filler holes and fuel system adjustment units.

• At a weight of 4.6 kg, the unit does not pose a problem even for difficult sawing jobs in hard-to-reach places.
• The Stihl 230 has a two-stroke internal combustion engine with a carburetor, which runs on a metered mixture of high-octane petrol and special engine oil, supplied to the fuel system from an internal 470 ml tank.
• The engine has a displacement of 45.4 cm3 and a power of 2.7 hp. It is equipped with an easy start system, an economical carburetor and an easily serviced air intake filter.

The advantages of the engine include significant torque reserve, economical fuel consumption, extended service life of the crank mechanism, piston group with wear-resistant coating and stable traction properties in all operating modes.

Stihl MS-230 chainsaw. Technical features and features of use

Stihl MS-230 chainsaw is an idea of the famous company from Germany, which began its activities in 1921. At that time, steam boilers and washing machines were relevant in the market – it was these devices that the freshly baked company began to produce. We owe the creation of this company to Andreas Stihl. In 1929 a novelty appeared – the Stihl 6 HP chainsaw. c (weight 48 kg, the tool was operated by 2 people).

Today Stihl brand chainsaws are the best-selling and the quietest of all the saws on the international market.

Over a long period of its existence, Stihl chainsaws have proven themselves as reliable, durable and versatile devices at professional and semi-professional level. Stihl production facilities are located in Germany and the United States, everything else is a failed counterfeit.

Original or fake

The more popular the brand, the higher the probability of fakes! This is exactly the situation with Stihl MS 230 chain saws – the consumer buys a technique that should work long and regularly, and gets a breakdown that fails in a short time. Chinese fakes cost less than the buyers. The price of the original product ranges from 17 to 20 thousand rubles.

Clear signs of fakes are:

• Lower price;
• Rough body of low quality, which is made in faint colors;
• Placement of the upper air filter screw instead of the side air filter;
• The oil tank cap is just convex and not under a screwdriver.
• The original fuel tank cap is innovatively made, tightly screwed on, etc.

Description and Characteristics

Stihl MS 230 Strip Cutter is a semi-professional tool that has been used on site and in everyday life to perform a variety of operations:

• Chopping trees;
• Woodworking;
• Felling wood;
• In landscaping;
• In small design.

The weight of the Stihl MS-230 Motopil is 4.6 kg. The chainsaw body consists of durable lightweight plastic which is not afraid of mechanical damage. The body contains a 2.7-liter carburetor engine of the original Stihl manufacture. С.

Starting is done with a starter rope. Easy start system with a built-in decompressor, fuel pump and heated carburetor, the device is easy to start and in the winter cold.

A compensator in the diaphragm is provided to stabilize engine rpm and improve exhaust quality. To protect the operator from sparks flying out of the muffler, special spark arrestors are installed.

The saw system is tensioned, thanks to which the bar is secured by 4 screws. The operator can choose the necessary bar size from 14 to 16 inches. The saw chain is automatically lubricated with oil at the control points, which extends the life of the chain and saves consumption of lubricants.

The manufacturer produces another modification of the chainsaw Stihl M S-230 – model 230 C BE 16.

Stihl chainsaw 230 C 16 has received the following improvements:

• 55-member saw chain;
• Heated handles;
• Fuel transfer primer;
• Changed saw head tensioning.

MS-230 certificate, technical characteristics:

Cylinder displacement.	40,2 cm³
performance	2/2.7 kWhp.
Tire length	35 cm
Specific gravity	2.3 kg/kW
storage	2,800 rpm.
Number of revolutions Pmax 1)	10 000 rpm
Stihl oilomatic stice/type	3/8″ P/ Picco Micro 3
Weight 2)	4.6 kg
Tank capacity	0.47 l
Vibration level left/right 3)	6.9/8.9 m/s²
Sound power level 4)	113 dB(A)
Sound pressure level 4)	101 dB(A)

Chainsaw equipment

The basic equipment consists of:

• Chainsaw;
• Instructions;
• Saw (Oilomatic 16 chain and 35-40 cm sword);
• Tire covers;
• Screwdriver wrench.

Features of the Calm MS-230 chainsaw

• Extended stroke;
• Side chain tensioning;
• Compensator in carburetor;
• Automatic chain lubrication “Ematic”;
• Quickstop braking system;
• Handle and diaphragm carburettor heating;
• Ergostart spontaneous system;
• Operator’s hand protection system;
• Reusable universal air filter, etc.

Only one disadvantage is the high price of the product.

Owner’s Manual

The original instruction manual for the Stihl chainsaw includes the following:

1. Stihl chainsaw device.
2. Features of the MS 230 model.
3. safety requirements.
4. preparation for work.
5. running-in period.
6. Maintenance of chainsaw Stihl.
7. Mistakes.
8. Getting ready for work

The saw is assembled, the chainsaw is put on, the chain is tensioned, the fuel mix is prepared (for 5 litres of petrol 92 100 ml of oil for 2-stroke engines Shtil), the mix and the chain oil are poured into appropriate containers. The tightening force of the fasteners is checked, the chainsaw is started, the operator checks the idle run and the chain lubrication.

shrinkage

This period takes exactly as long as necessary to burn 4-8 tanks of fuel mixture in the sparing mode (50% power).

maintenance

1. Every day – “before” and “after” work – the Stihl MS-230 chainsaw is checked for performance and cleaned of dirt.
2. Scheduled inspections are performed to detect malfunctions, minor malfunctions, to adjust the chainsaw carburetor, sharpen the chain, etc.
3. Serious malfunctions of the Stihl chainsaw require repair in the service center.

We suggest you watch a video about how to adjust the carburetor on the Stihl 230 chainsaw with your own hands:

For a complete list of malfunctions, see the malfunction table in this manual.

Video review

We offer to evaluate the Stihl MS-230 chainsaw in action:

Reviews of Stihl MS 230 chainsaw owners

Yuri, 44 years old

“Bought a year ago Shtil 230, started working – realized that I came across a fake! The tire went quickly, then had to look for a sprocket, over the chain I usually shut up – I bought another after the first month of work.” “Surprises” continue – then does not start, then at idle does not work … in short, I am very dissatisfied, I did not see a fake.

Advantages: it does not open.

Disadvantages: fake, lack of quality.

Sergey, 28 years old

“My chainsaw works like clockwork for 5 years. I saw planks and tree trunks, make firewood for the bath, take care of the garden. Economical use of fuel and chain oil

Advantages: durability, quality, reliability.

Vladimir, 24 years

“I work in a small farm, felling trees, trimming crowns, releasing wires. The Sühn Stihl 230 has been my work equipment for three years now.”

Advantages: Always up and running, starts up and 25, heated handles protect my hands, especially in cold weather. Very comfortable and lightweight.