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... Motor Management 46 Adjusting the Carburetor 46 Spark Arresting Screen in Germany Secondary Chain Braking System 2 Guide to Using this Manual to reduce the risk of its products. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL chainsaw, it is important that... power saw to operate your chainsaw. A8. paper can be observed as with any of the instructions in this Manual. !Warning! MS 441 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. M0,2. Contents English / USA BA_SE_188_004_01_03.fm Printed on page 3, before using your chainsaw. Rei. Because a chainsaw...
... Motor Management 46 Adjusting the Carburetor 46 Spark Arresting Screen in Germany Secondary Chain Braking System 2 Guide to Using this Manual to reduce the risk of its products. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL chainsaw, it is important that... power saw to operate your chainsaw. A8. paper can be observed as with any of the instructions in this Manual. !Warning! MS 441 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. M0,2. Contents English / USA BA_SE_188_004_01_03.fm Printed on page 3, before using your chainsaw. Rei. Because a chainsaw...
Instruction Manual
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... spark plug, since uncontained sparking may cause a fire. !Warning! Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each time it inoperable. 28 MS 441 C Excessive wear will increase the risk of fire and hearing loss. Keep the chain at proper tension. The amount... / USA MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by your STIHL servicing dealer only. However, if you make sure it must be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition...
... spark plug, since uncontained sparking may cause a fire. !Warning! Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each time it inoperable. 28 MS 441 C Excessive wear will increase the risk of fire and hearing loss. Keep the chain at proper tension. The amount... / USA MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by your STIHL servicing dealer only. However, if you make sure it must be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition...
Instruction Manual
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...at the pump, first remove the canister from your vehicle and place the canister on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of the bar - Check chain tension frequently - The chemical composition...see chapter "During Operation". 143BA007 KN This engine is also important. Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. Checking Chain Tension Fuel ... fuel canisters that are sitting in or on a vehicle. MS 441 C 31
...at the pump, first remove the canister from your vehicle and place the canister on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of the bar - Check chain tension frequently - The chemical composition...see chapter "During Operation". 143BA007 KN This engine is also important. Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. Checking Chain Tension Fuel ... fuel canisters that are sitting in or on a vehicle. MS 441 C 31
Instruction Manual
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... on machine), start the engine and keep it at a high idle speed (with the screws (2). this helps avoid icing up. MS 441 C 37 The carburetor is usually necessary to change the setting of the HD filter. Fitting Cover Plate (special accessory) : Place the cover plate (1)... operating temperature. At temperatures below +14°F (-10°C), in extremely cold conditions (temperatures below +50 °F (+10 °C) preheat carburetor as follows: : Use the combination wrench or a screwdriver to the summer position (s). At temperatures above +68°F (+20°C): Always return...
... on machine), start the engine and keep it at a high idle speed (with the screws (2). this helps avoid icing up. MS 441 C 37 The carburetor is usually necessary to change the setting of the HD filter. Fitting Cover Plate (special accessory) : Place the cover plate (1)... operating temperature. At temperatures below +14°F (-10°C), in extremely cold conditions (temperatures below +50 °F (+10 °C) preheat carburetor as follows: : Use the combination wrench or a screwdriver to the summer position (s). At temperatures above +68°F (+20°C): Always return...
Instruction Manual
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...the Master Control lever from cold start l to warm start the engine. Always disengage the chain brake before opening the throttle. fit the carburetor box cover. : Set Master Control lever to achieve an apparent increase in period A factory new machine should not be run at high ... chamber is cold. : Press in the direction of the arrows. : Remove carburetor box cover (2). : Unscrew and dry off the spark plug. : Set the Master Control lever to 15 tank fillings. During break-in power - MS 441 C 41 As all moving parts have to clear the combustion chamber. : Install...
...the Master Control lever from cold start l to warm start the engine. Always disengage the chain brake before opening the throttle. fit the carburetor box cover. : Set Master Control lever to achieve an apparent increase in period A factory new machine should not be run at high ... chamber is cold. : Press in the direction of the arrows. : Remove carburetor box cover (2). : Unscrew and dry off the spark plug. : Set the Master Control lever to 15 tank fillings. During break-in power - MS 441 C 41 As all moving parts have to clear the combustion chamber. : Install...
Instruction Manual
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... down . This protects engine-mounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of the bar groove - Storing your saw for a short period: Wait for different bar lengths, types of wood and cutting techniques. : Use the adjusting screw (1) (on underside of lubricant. 001BA157 KN * Special accessory 42 MS 441 C turn adjusting screw clockwise. : To reduce oil...
... down . This protects engine-mounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of the bar groove - Storing your saw for a short period: Wait for different bar lengths, types of wood and cutting techniques. : Use the adjusting screw (1) (on underside of lubricant. 001BA157 KN * Special accessory 42 MS 441 C turn adjusting screw clockwise. : To reduce oil...
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...Pull off the filter. If there is a noticeable loss of engine power: : Knock the filter out on the palm of the arrows. : Remove the carburetor box cover (2). : Loosen the nut (3) in a fresh, nonflammable solution (e.g. Dirty air filters reduce engine power, increase fuel consumption and make starting more ...the fasteners (1) in the direction of your hand or blow it out with oil. Always replace a damaged filter. : Refit the filter. 44 MS 441 C warm soapy water) and then dry. : Do not impregnate the standard filter with compressed air from the inside outward. 137BA013 KN English /...
...Pull off the filter. If there is a noticeable loss of engine power: : Knock the filter out on the palm of the arrows. : Remove the carburetor box cover (2). : Loosen the nut (3) in a fresh, nonflammable solution (e.g. Dirty air filters reduce engine power, increase fuel consumption and make starting more ...the fasteners (1) in the direction of your hand or blow it out with oil. Always replace a damaged filter. : Refit the filter. 44 MS 441 C warm soapy water) and then dry. : Do not impregnate the standard filter with compressed air from the inside outward. 137BA013 KN English /...
Instruction Manual
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...prefilter should be replaced at more frequent intervals than the HD filter. In case of your hand and blow it out with STIHL universal cleaner or in a fresh, non-flammable solution (e.g. Always replace a damaged filter. The felt prefilter helps protect the HD... power: : Clean the felt prefilter (1). note correct installed position (see ilustration). : Install HD filter (with felt prefilter) and carburetor box cover. : Check carburetor setting and readjust if necessary. MS 441 C 45 warm soapy water). : Rinse the filter, from the inside outward, under a low-pressure water jet -
...prefilter should be replaced at more frequent intervals than the HD filter. In case of your hand and blow it out with STIHL universal cleaner or in a fresh, non-flammable solution (e.g. Always replace a damaged filter. The felt prefilter helps protect the HD... power: : Clean the felt prefilter (1). note correct installed position (see ilustration). : Install HD filter (with felt prefilter) and carburetor box cover. : Check carburetor setting and readjust if necessary. MS 441 C 45 warm soapy water). : Rinse the filter, from the inside outward, under a low-pressure water jet -
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... an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. With this carburetor it back 1/4 turn. 46 MS 441 C English / USA Motor Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the high speed screw within fine limits. General Information The carburetor comes from the factory with a standard setting. Standard Setting : Shut off...
... an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. With this carburetor it back 1/4 turn. 46 MS 441 C English / USA Motor Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the high speed screw within fine limits. General Information The carburetor comes from the factory with a standard setting. Standard Setting : Shut off...
Instruction Manual
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... of remaining fuel and cleaning solution properly in accordance with local environmental requirements. : Run engine until carburetor is dry, this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. : Remove the saw chain and guide bar, clean them out of non-resinous... oil. : Place the replacement spring with corrosion inhibiting oil. : Thoroughly clean the unit, pay special attention to the recesses and push the spring into its seat in the fan cover - MS 441 C 51 STIHL...
... of remaining fuel and cleaning solution properly in accordance with local environmental requirements. : Run engine until carburetor is dry, this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. : Remove the saw chain and guide bar, clean them out of non-resinous... oil. : Place the replacement spring with corrosion inhibiting oil. : Thoroughly clean the unit, pay special attention to the recesses and push the spring into its seat in the fan cover - MS 441 C 51 STIHL...
Instruction Manual
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... done by a STIHL servicing dealer 2) Firmly tighten cylinder base screws of professional saws (3.4 kW or more) after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required English / USA Please note that this Manual" 58 MS 441 C before starting work... after finishing work or daily after 10 to 20 hours of operation * see "Guide to Using this work area, resin-rich wood, tropical wood etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. chain must not rotate X X Carburetor Readjust idle X Readjust...
... done by a STIHL servicing dealer 2) Firmly tighten cylinder base screws of professional saws (3.4 kW or more) after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required English / USA Please note that this Manual" 58 MS 441 C before starting work... after finishing work or daily after 10 to 20 hours of operation * see "Guide to Using this work area, resin-rich wood, tropical wood etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. chain must not rotate X X Carburetor Readjust idle X Readjust...
Instruction Manual
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Main Parts of the Saw MS 441 C English / USA 1 Carburetor box cover with clips 2 Carburetor adjusting screws 3 Shutter (summer and winter operation) 4 Spark plug boot 5 Decompression valve (automatically resetting) 6 Chain brake 7 Chain sprocket 8 Chain sprocket cover 9 Chain catcher 10 Chain ...
Main Parts of the Saw MS 441 C English / USA 1 Carburetor box cover with clips 2 Carburetor adjusting screws 3 Shutter (summer and winter operation) 4 Spark plug boot 5 Decompression valve (automatically resetting) 6 Chain brake 7 Chain sprocket 8 Chain sprocket cover 9 Chain catcher 10 Chain ...
Instruction Manual
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..., tie straps and drive links. 14. Decompression Valve (automatically resetting) Reduces compression resistance to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) 60 MS 441 C Chain Brake A device to stop the rotation of vibrations created by inertia. 7. Front Handle Handlebar for starting throttle, run and stop.... 11. Bumper Spike Toothed stop switch positions. 21. Muffler Reduces engine exhaust noise and directs the exhaust gases. 16. Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for chain brake activation. 17. Coasting Brake Activating Lever Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can...
..., tie straps and drive links. 14. Decompression Valve (automatically resetting) Reduces compression resistance to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) 60 MS 441 C Chain Brake A device to stop the rotation of vibrations created by inertia. 7. Front Handle Handlebar for starting throttle, run and stop.... 11. Bumper Spike Toothed stop switch positions. 21. Muffler Reduces engine exhaust noise and directs the exhaust gases. 16. Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for chain brake activation. 17. Coasting Brake Activating Lever Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can...
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... = 50 hours Engine STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine Displacement 4.31 cu in. (70.7 cm3) Bore 1.97 in. (50 mm) Stroke 1.41 in . (0.5 mm) Carburetor All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel capacity 1.53 US pt (0.725 l) Öltankinhalt: 0.76 US pt (0.360 l) Weight (without bar and chain) MS 441 C: 14.7 lb (6.70...
... = 50 hours Engine STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine Displacement 4.31 cu in. (70.7 cm3) Bore 1.97 in. (50 mm) Stroke 1.41 in . (0.5 mm) Carburetor All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel capacity 1.53 US pt (0.725 l) Öltankinhalt: 0.76 US pt (0.360 l) Weight (without bar and chain) MS 441 C: 14.7 lb (6.70...
Instruction Manual
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...engine manufacturer. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. You are responsible for presenting your small off -road equipment engine owner, you are responsible for the..., the part will be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to STIHL. 64 MS 441 C If you have any emissionrelated part on your small off-road equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of time, not to the ultimate purchaser....
...engine manufacturer. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. You are responsible for presenting your small off -road equipment engine owner, you are responsible for the..., the part will be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to STIHL. 64 MS 441 C If you have any emissionrelated part on your small off-road equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of time, not to the ultimate purchaser....
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...owner. Deviations from this manual are based on the application of the following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: Carburetor Choke (Cold start enrichment system) Intake manifold Air filter Spark plug Magneto or electronic ignition system (ignition module) Catalytic ... for that a warranted part is scheduled only for the warranty period. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. MS 441 C 65 Any warranted part which is tested as necessary" will be warranted for ...
...owner. Deviations from this manual are based on the application of the following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: Carburetor Choke (Cold start enrichment system) Intake manifold Air filter Spark plug Magneto or electronic ignition system (ignition module) Catalytic ... for that a warranted part is scheduled only for the warranty period. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. MS 441 C 65 Any warranted part which is tested as necessary" will be warranted for ...