Here’s a fun STIHL Chainsaw feature from the December 1973 edition of Chain Saw Age.
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NEWEST MODEL in the Stihl Line is the 015 Automatic mini-size chain saw, pictured above. The 8 lb. (less bar & chain) saw offers ease of use, maintenance simplicity, and power. One model even has electronic ignition.
Little Stihl 015 Bursts Into Consumer Market
A nation-wide television and consumer magazine advertising campaign is helping the introduction of the new Stihl 015 Automatic Chain Saw described as “light and handy, with power to spare.”
U.S. importer, Stihl American, Inc., Oakland, New Jersey, has introduced three variations of the new consumer-oriented mini-saw which are made to 1) be light and handy to use and carry; 2) dependable and virtually foolproof mechanically; and 3) mini-size but rugged enough to do a professional cutting job.”
The Standard 015 Automatic model, according to the manufacturers, offers the following convenience and performance features: integral bumper spike for control; automatic throttle latch for easy starting; and comes with combination wrench/screw driver, spark plug wrench, and protective bar scabbard.
Additional features of the Deluxe 015 Automatic include: safety hand guard for hand protection; throttle trigger interlock to avoid unintentional acceleration; 12″ hard-tip guide bar for greater cutting capacity; and a large-volume chrome plated muffler with special baffle system that assures quiet operation.
A third version is called the Electronic Deluxe 015 Automatic with Solid-State Ignition designed to eliminate breaker points, insure instant starting, extend spark plug life and provide maintenance-free operation. A Stihl American spokesman said that it is the only mini-size chain saw on the market with electronic ignition.
“In the same way that Stihl is a leader in the field as the little 020AV is, in being the only mini-size chain saw with a full anti-vibration system,” the spokesman told CSA.
Here are the vital statistics applying to Stihl’s brand new 015 Automatic chain saws:
- Piston displacement — 1.95 cu. in./32 cu. cm.
- Fuel tank capacity — 7 U.S. pts./0.33 L.
- Running time — 20 to 25 minutes per tank.
- Fuel mixture — 1:25 (1:40 when using special Stihl 2-cycle motor oil).
- Weight — 8 lbs./3.65 kg. (less bar & chain).
- Bar sizes — 10″-12″/25 cm – 30 cm.
The 015 Automatic’s engine details include a Phelon flywheel magneto ignition, automatic garden chain lubrication, automatic centrifugal clutch, “all-position” Walbro diaphragm carburetor, and self-lubricating Oilomatic chain.
These specifications are the same as can be surfaced in the forest by the professional logger or used in the suburban area by the weekend homeowner. The manufacturer claims the 015 will practically end users who shift from manual saw to this little cut-off machine will be delighted with its ease of operation and simplified maintenance.
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ENGINE – Stihl-designed, two cycle, single cylinder, air-cooled.
Displacement – 1.9 cu. in./32 cc.
Weight – 8 lbs/3.65 kg (less bar & chain).
Cylinder – Die-cast aluminum with hard chrome wear surface.
Crankshaft – One piece, drop forged with micro-honed pin.
Connecting Rod – One piece, alloy steel, micro-honed.
Piston – High temperature aluminum alloy with single pin needle bearing.
Rings – High quality needle bearing steel; 12 large rollers on shaft journal.
STARTER – Pawl type automatic rewind with keyed grip. Simple cord replacement.
FUEL SYSTEM – Piston Air Filter: Polyester fiber, non-woven, 2 1/2 in. area, baffled.
Carburetor – Walbro HDC17, full diaphragm type.
Fuel Tank – Fan cooled, die cast integral housing.
Fuel Capacity – 7 U.S. pts (0.33 L).
Felt Filter – Felt type/2 micron.
IGNITION SYSTEM – Phelon Flywheel: Cast – in Alnico magnets.
Coil – Laminated, low resistance type.
Points – High quality, cam actuated, sealed in nylon cover box.
Spark Plug – 14 mm (Bosch WKA 175-T6) – easily accessible.
Switch – Custom designed “slide” type with seal cleaning action.
CHAIN OILING – Automatic gear driven, positive displacement pump.
Oil Tank Capacity – .38 U.S. qt. / .38 liter.
Driven Gears – Self lubricating plastic.
Pump Output – 5.7 cc per min. at 6000 RPM.
Pickup Filter – Fine mesh copper screen.
MUFFLER – Quiet, baffled, rugged type. Heavy gauge steel construction. Easily taken apart and re-assembled.
CUTTING ATTACHMENTS – Guide Bar – Alloy steel, 12″ hard tip with special reinforcement.
Sprocket – Alloy spring, special hardened steel with precision roller and hardened side guides.
GUIDE BAR – Alloy steel, ground, induction hardened. Available in 10″, 12″ lengths (tipless type also available).
CHAIN – Stihl designed with special alloy steel cutters, manufactured to exact shape, size, heat treat and file pitch, hard chrome plated cutters.
CHAIN SAW AGE for DECEMBER, 1973.
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