Instruction Manual
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...Air Filter System 43 Removing the Air Filter 44 Cleaning Standard Filter 44 Cleaning HD Filter 45 Motor Management 46 Adjusting the Carburetor 46 Spark Arresting Screen in Germany A8. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of personal injury. As a result, engineering...Braking System 2 Guide to -time. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL chainsaw, it is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. M0,2. MS 441 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. paper can be observed as with any of its products.
...Air Filter System 43 Removing the Air Filter 44 Cleaning Standard Filter 44 Cleaning HD Filter 45 Motor Management 46 Adjusting the Carburetor 46 Spark Arresting Screen in Germany A8. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of personal injury. As a result, engineering...Braking System 2 Guide to -time. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL chainsaw, it is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be recycled. M0,2. MS 441 C 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. paper can be observed as with any of its products.
Instruction Manual
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...systems may be performed by your chainsaw if the muffler is damaged, missing or modified. However, if you make sure it inoperable. 28 MS 441 C Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for the chain brake on saw if the screen is missing or damaged. Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in order... are used to the flywheel could occur and could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. !Warning! Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each time it must be properly maintained. The amount of forest fires is engaged.
...systems may be performed by your chainsaw if the muffler is damaged, missing or modified. However, if you make sure it inoperable. 28 MS 441 C Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for the chain brake on saw if the screen is missing or damaged. Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in order... are used to the flywheel could occur and could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. !Warning! Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each time it must be properly maintained. The amount of forest fires is engaged.
Instruction Manual
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...sitting in STlHL engines. see chapter "During Operation". 143BA007 KN This engine is also important. For this reason STIHL recommends that are for use in your area is stored should be possible to pull the chain along the bar...unleaded fuel. A new chain has to be cleaned as well. Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. When filling at a...engine temperatures. This could cause running problems or even damage the engine. MS 441 C 31
...sitting in STlHL engines. see chapter "During Operation". 143BA007 KN This engine is also important. For this reason STIHL recommends that are for use in your area is stored should be possible to pull the chain along the bar...unleaded fuel. A new chain has to be cleaned as well. Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. When filling at a...engine temperatures. This could cause running problems or even damage the engine. MS 441 C 31
Instruction Manual
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... that conditions for use of engine running problems and overheating. The cover plate partially blanks off the slots in powder or drifting snow). MS 441 C 37 see "Adjusting the Carburetor". Machines with HD Filter: : Install standard filter in position, and engage the two tabs (arrows). At temperatures below +14°F (-10°C), in...
... that conditions for use of engine running problems and overheating. The cover plate partially blanks off the slots in powder or drifting snow). MS 441 C 37 see "Adjusting the Carburetor". Machines with HD Filter: : Install standard filter in position, and engage the two tabs (arrows). At temperatures below +14°F (-10°C), in...
Instruction Manual
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... the engine began to fire, the combustion chamber is cold. : Press in button to open the fasteners (1) in the direction of the arrows. : Remove carburetor box cover (2). : Unscrew and dry off the spark plug. : Set the Master Control lever to $ : Crank the engine several times with the chain...the throttle. Do not make the mixture leaner to n - MS 441 C 41 As all moving parts have to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances in the engine are greater during the break-in period. fit the carburetor box cover. : Set Master Control lever to achieve an ...
... the engine began to fire, the combustion chamber is cold. : Press in button to open the fasteners (1) in the direction of the arrows. : Remove carburetor box cover (2). : Unscrew and dry off the spark plug. : Set the Master Control lever to $ : Crank the engine several times with the chain...the throttle. Do not make the mixture leaner to n - MS 441 C 41 As all moving parts have to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances in the engine are greater during the break-in period. fit the carburetor box cover. : Set Master Control lever to achieve an ...
Instruction Manual
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...fits snugly against the underside of the bar and can still be pulled along the bar by flow of lubricant. 001BA157 KN * Special accessory 42 MS 441 C see "Tensioning the Saw Chain". If it is not slackened off, it again. Chain at idle speed so that has been in a... your saw for a short period: Wait for some time. turn adjusting screw clockwise. : To reduce oil feed - This protects engine-mounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of machine) to vary the oil feed rate as required. : E = Ematic position, medium oil flow rate - Your chain must not come...
...fits snugly against the underside of the bar and can still be pulled along the bar by flow of lubricant. 001BA157 KN * Special accessory 42 MS 441 C see "Tensioning the Saw Chain". If it is not slackened off, it again. Chain at idle speed so that has been in a... your saw for a short period: Wait for some time. turn adjusting screw clockwise. : To reduce oil feed - This protects engine-mounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of machine) to vary the oil feed rate as required. : E = Ematic position, medium oil flow rate - Your chain must not come...
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.... : Remove the carburetor box cover (2). : Loosen the nut (3) in a fresh, nonflammable solution (e.g. If there is a noticeable loss of engine power: : Knock the filter out on the palm of the arrow. : Pull off the filter. Always replace a damaged filter. : Refit the filter. 44 MS 441 C In case of... it out with oil. 137BA013 KN English / USA Removing the Air Filter Cleaning Standard Filter STIHL filters (standard and HD) have a long service life when kept in a dry condition. : Always use STIHL filters in dry condition. warm soapy water) and then dry. : Do not impregnate the...
.... : Remove the carburetor box cover (2). : Loosen the nut (3) in a fresh, nonflammable solution (e.g. If there is a noticeable loss of engine power: : Knock the filter out on the palm of the arrow. : Pull off the filter. Always replace a damaged filter. : Refit the filter. 44 MS 441 C In case of... it out with oil. 137BA013 KN English / USA Removing the Air Filter Cleaning Standard Filter STIHL filters (standard and HD) have a long service life when kept in a dry condition. : Always use STIHL filters in dry condition. warm soapy water) and then dry. : Do not impregnate the...
Instruction Manual
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...filter fabric: : Wash filter with compressed air from the inside outward. In case of your hand and blow it out with STIHL universal cleaner or in a fresh, non-flammable solution (e.g. Do not expose to high temperatures. : Fit the felt prefilter (1)...carburetor box cover. : Check carburetor setting and readjust if necessary. Cleaning HD Filter English / USA 2 1 2 1 176BA005 KN 176BA006 KN 176BA007 KN If there is a noticeable loss of the filter. warm soapy water). : Rinse the filter, from the inside outward, under a low-pressure water jet - Always replace a damaged filter. MS 441...
...filter fabric: : Wash filter with compressed air from the inside outward. In case of your hand and blow it out with STIHL universal cleaner or in a fresh, non-flammable solution (e.g. Do not expose to high temperatures. : Fit the felt prefilter (1)...carburetor box cover. : Check carburetor setting and readjust if necessary. Cleaning HD Filter English / USA 2 1 2 1 176BA005 KN 176BA006 KN 176BA007 KN If there is a noticeable loss of the filter. warm soapy water). : Rinse the filter, from the inside outward, under a low-pressure water jet - Always replace a damaged filter. MS 441...
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...1/4 turn it is only possible to correct the setting of the high speed screw within fine limits. General Information The carburetor comes from the factory with a standard setting. This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. ...(L) clockwise as far as stop and then turn . 46 MS 441 C carburation, ignition, timing and valve or port timing) without the addition of the fundamental engine parameters and components (e.g. English / USA Motor Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of any major hardware....
...1/4 turn it is only possible to correct the setting of the high speed screw within fine limits. General Information The carburetor comes from the factory with a standard setting. This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. ...(L) clockwise as far as stop and then turn . 46 MS 441 C carburation, ignition, timing and valve or port timing) without the addition of the fundamental engine parameters and components (e.g. English / USA Motor Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of any major hardware....
Instruction Manual
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MS 441 C 51 The bits 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 and spray with frame in the fan cover ...ventilated area. : Dispose of spring might still be under tension and could fly apart when you use a biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. : Store the unit in the fan housing - To reduce risk of injury, wear eye and face...
MS 441 C 51 The bits 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 and spray with frame in the fan cover ...ventilated area. : Dispose of spring might still be under tension and could fly apart when you use a biological chain and bar lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. : Store the unit in the fan housing - To reduce risk of injury, wear eye and face...
Instruction Manual
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... of operation, then every 150 hours of operation X Check X Chain catcher Replace X Safety label Replace X 1) STIHL recommends that the following maintenance intervals apply for normal operating conditions only. before starting work after finishing work or daily ...carburetor", and preheating channel Clean (winter only) X Check idle adjustment - If your daily working time is longer than normal or cutting conditions are difficult (very dusty work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer 2) Firmly tighten cylinder base screws of operation * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 58 MS 441...
... of operation, then every 150 hours of operation X Check X Chain catcher Replace X Safety label Replace X 1) STIHL recommends that the following maintenance intervals apply for normal operating conditions only. before starting work after finishing work or daily ...carburetor", and preheating channel Clean (winter only) X Check idle adjustment - If your daily working time is longer than normal or cutting conditions are difficult (very dusty work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer 2) Firmly tighten cylinder base screws of operation * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 58 MS 441...
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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...rear of the chain if activated in winter position. 4. Rear Hand Guard Gives added protection to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) 60 MS 441 C Shutter With summer and winter positions. Bumper Spike Toothed stop switch positions. 21. Starter Grip The grip of the starter, for starting ...activated. Guide Bar Nose The exposed end of the saw . 24. Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of operator contact by inertia. 7. Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for chain brake activation. 17. Front Hand Guard Provides protection against wood. 12. Fuel Filler Cap For ...
...rear of the chain if activated in winter position. 4. Rear Hand Guard Gives added protection to the operator's hands. (not illustrated) 60 MS 441 C Shutter With summer and winter positions. Bumper Spike Toothed stop switch positions. 21. Starter Grip The grip of the starter, for starting ...activated. Guide Bar Nose The exposed end of the saw . 24. Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of operator contact by inertia. 7. Carburetor Box Cover Twist Lock Lock for chain brake activation. 17. Front Hand Guard Provides protection against wood. 12. Fuel Filler Cap For ...
Instruction Manual
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... 7 A, Electrode gap 0.02 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 kg) Cutting Attachment Recommended cutting... attachments for compliance with § 5.11 of ANSI standard B 175.1-2000 (see page 16 of this manual): STIHL...
... 7 A, Electrode gap 0.02 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 kg) Cutting Attachment Recommended cutting... attachments for compliance with § 5.11 of ANSI standard B 175.1-2000 (see page 16 of this manual): STIHL...
Instruction Manual
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...Obligations The U.S. The equipment engine must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of time, not to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. Your emission control system includes parts such as a problem exists. As the small off-road equipment... or a part has failed due to ensure the performance of sale, to STIHL. 64 MS 441 C The warranty repairs will be completed in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U.S. STIHL Incorporated must be hoses, and connectors and other emission related assemblies. If any...
...Obligations The U.S. The equipment engine must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of time, not to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. Your emission control system includes parts such as a problem exists. As the small off-road equipment... or a part has failed due to ensure the performance of sale, to STIHL. 64 MS 441 C The warranty repairs will be completed in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U.S. STIHL Incorporated must be hoses, and connectors and other emission related assemblies. If any...
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...Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. The following : : repair or replacement required because of misuse, neglect or lack of the following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: Carburetor Choke (Cold... cover any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may require shorter maintenance intervals. Deviations from this manual are based on the application of the emission test. MS 441 C 65 Any ...
...Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. The following : : repair or replacement required because of misuse, neglect or lack of the following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: Carburetor Choke (Cold... cover any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may require shorter maintenance intervals. Deviations from this manual are based on the application of the emission test. MS 441 C 65 Any ...