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Stihl MS 441 C-M Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 STIHL MS 441 C-M Instruction Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Rewind Starter Storing the Machine Checking and Replacing the Chain Sprocket Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain This instruction manual is protected by copyright. All rights reserved, especially the rights to reproduce, translate and process with electronic systems. MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 4: Guide To Using This Manual

    STIHL's philosophy is to continually This Instruction Manual refers to a improve all of its products. For this Intake air baffle: summer STIHL chain saw, also called a machine reason we may modify the design, operation in this Instruction Manual.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Keep bystanders, especially children, Wear a safety hard hat where there is a injury. STIHL excludes all liability for and animals away from the work area. danger of head injuries from falling personal injury and damage to property objects.
  • Page 6 (bayonet-type) in engage the chain brake and attach the have been approved by STIHL for this position, turn as far as chain scabbard. This avoids the risk of machine. If you have any questions in stop and fold the cliplock the saw chain starting unintentionally.
  • Page 7 – danger of immediately by moving the Master injury due to the rotating saw chain. Control lever / stop switch to STOP, 0 or †. MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 8 Check condition and secure fitting – regularly and correct when possible. Store the machine in a safe, dry room. Check sharpness Have the machine repaired by a STIHL – servicing dealer if the saw chain still Never touch the saw chain when the Vibrations continues to move during idling.
  • Page 9 Instruction Manual. All other work should periodically. be carried out by a servicing dealer. Inspect chain catcher – replace if STIHL recommends that maintenance damaged. and repair work be carried out only by Switch off the engine authorised STIHL dealers. STIHL...

  • Page 10: Reactive Forces

    Always cut at full throttle – caught or encounters a foreign object in Be aware of the location of the guide – the wood, the chain saw may suddenly bar nose Do not cut with the guide bar nose – MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 11: Working Techniques

    In these cases, do not use a chain saw – use a hoist, winch or dragline instead. Pull out trunks that are lying about and have been cut free. Whenever possible, deal with them in open areas. MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 12 If there is a risk of fire, do not and off balance. Always engage the use your chainsaw near combustible spiked bumper securely in the tree or limb. MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 13 – other than helpers. chain will otherwise be damaged. of deadwood (dry, decayed or rotted wood) Make sure no-one is endangered by the falling tree – the noise of your engine may drown any warning calls. MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 14 On steep slopes, plan escape – routes parallel to the slope. When walking away along the – escape path, watch out for falling limbs and watch the top of the tree. MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 15 Make cuts at both sides of Leave a broader hinge on rotten the trunk at same height as bottom of – trees. MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 16 English The tree is felled with the felling cut (E). Begin cut by applying the lower Contact your STIHL dealer for advice on portion of the guide bar nose – do selecting the right felling wedge (length, Cut horizontally. –...
  • Page 17 – stabilizing strap (3). Do not cut into the stabilizing strap. – Continue the felling cut on the other side of the trunk. Make sure the second cut is at the same height as the first cut. MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 18 Holding the saw with outstretched arms, cut through the stabilizing Enlarge the felling cut in direction of strap horizontally at the same level holding strap (2). as the felling cut. Cut horizontally. – Do not cut into the holding strap. – MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 19 Enlarge felling cut as far as hinge (2). Do not cut into the hinge. – Enlarge felling cut as far as holding strap (3). Do not cut into the holding strap. Shout a second warning immediately – before the tree falls. MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 20: Cutting Attachment

    If non-matching components are used, the cutting attachment may be damaged Depending on the model, the scabbard beyond repair after a short period of extension either comes standard with operation. the saw or is available as a special accessory. MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 21: Mounting The Bar And Chain

    Turn the screw (1) counterclockwise until the tensioner slide (2) butts against the left end of WARNING the housing slot. Wear work gloves to protect your hands from the sharp cutters. Fit the chain – start at the bar nose. MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 22: Tensioning The Chain

    STIHL MotoMix Retensioning during cutting work: Shut off the engine. Shut off the engine. Wear work gloves to protect your STIHL recommends the use of STIHL hands. Loosen the nuts. MotoMix. This ready-to-use fuel mix The chain must fit snugly against contains no benzol or lead, has a high Hold the bar nose up.
  • Page 23 Use only high-quality two-stroke engine location protected from light and the sun. oil – preferably STIHL HP, HP Super or Fuel mix ages – only mix sufficient fuel HP Ultra, which are specially formulated for a few weeks work.

  • Page 24: Fueling

    Take care not to spill fuel while fueling and do not overfill the tank. Tank cap without symbols STIHL recommends you use the STIHL filler nozzle for fuel (special accessory). Opening Fill up with fuel.
  • Page 25 Tank cap with markings and symbols cap. Checking security of cap Opening Left: Bottom of cap twisted Right: Bottom of cap correctly positioned The lug on the grip must fully – Raise the grip until it is upright. engage the recess (arrow). MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 26 Take care not to spill fuel while fueling and do not overfill the tank. The marks on the tank cap and fuel tank STIHL recommends you use the STIHL are then in alignment. filler nozzle for fuel (special accessory). Fill up with fuel.

  • Page 27: Chain Lubricant

    Biological chain oil must be resistant to Right: Bottom of cap in correct posi- aging (e.g. STIHL BioPlus), since it will tion – inner mark is under the otherwise quickly turn to resin. This grip. It is not in line with the results in hard deposits that are difficult outer mark.

  • Page 28: Checking Chain Lubrication

    Checking Chain Lubrication Chain Brake Take care not to spill chain oil while refilling and do not overfill the tank. STIHL recommends use of the STIHL filling system for chain oil (available option). Close the filler cap Locking the chain...

  • Page 29: Winter Operation

    (1) using the have servicing and repair work carried combination wrench or a Pull the hand guard back toward the out exclusively by an authorized STIHL screwdriver - open at least one turn front handle, servicing dealer. Maintain the following...

  • Page 30: Electric Handle Heating

    The heating system is keeps out powdered or drifting snow. maintenance-free. if the chain saw is extremely cold (frost formation) – after starting, bring the engine up to operating temperature at medium speed (disengage chain brake!) MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 31: Starting / Stopping The Engine

    – set the under the handle. Master Control lever to start } and let Put your right foot into the rear go of the throttle trigger and trigger handle and press down. lockout. MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 32 If the engine is new or after a long out-of-service period or if the tank has been run dry (engine stops), it may be necessary to pull the starter rope several times to prime the fuel system. MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 33: Operating Instructions

    (chain locked) but can still be pulled along the bar by will quickly damage the clutch and chain Hold and start your saw as hand. Retension if necessary – see brake. described. "Tensioning the Saw Chain". MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 34: Oil Quantity Control

    The chain contracts as it Reduce oil delivery rate – cools down. If it is not slackened off, it Turn the adjusting screw can damage the crankshaft and counterclockwise bearings. NOTICE The saw chain must always be coated with chain oil. MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 35: Taking Care Of The Guide Bar

    Periodically clean the oil inlet hole (1), oil outlet channel (2) and bar groove (3) Measure groove depth – using the measuring tool on the file gauge (special accessory) – in the area with the greatest wear MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 36: Air Filter System

    Remover filter conditions e.g. extremely wintry conditions of use - such as powder snow or drift snow. Rather unsuitable in very dusty conditions. When dry, STIHL filters attain a long service life. Always use STIHL filters dry MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 37: Cleaning The Air Filter

    Always replace a damaged filter. conditions. Thorough filter cleaning Manual carburetor adjustments are no longer required – the carburetor does Wash the filter in STIHL special- not have any adjusting screws. purpose cleaner (special accessory) or a clean, non- Automatic adjustment flammable cleaning liquid (e.g.,...

  • Page 38: Spark Plug

    Install Pull off the spark plug boot (3). only suppressed spark plugs of the WARNING type approved by STIHL – see Unscrew the spark plug. "Specifications". If the spark plug comes with a detachable adapter nut (1), screw the...

  • Page 39: Rewind Starter

    Using two saw chains in alternation helps preserve the chain sprocket. STIHL recommends use of original STIHL chain sprockets in order to ensure optimal functioning of the chain brake. MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 40: Maintaining And Sharpening The Saw Chain

    – can lead to increased kickback tendency of the chain saw – risk of injury! Clean crankshaft stub and needle cage and lubricate with STIHL lubricant (special accessory) Slide needle cage onto the crankshaft stub MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 41 The chain pitch marking (a) is embossed Sharpening angle Use a file holder in the area of the depth gauge of each STIHL saw chains are sharpened with a Always use a file holder (special cutter. 30° sharpening angle. Ripping chains, accessory, see table "Sharpening tools")
  • Page 42 The depth gauge determines the depth guide bar) in accordance with the to which the cutter penetrates the wood specified angle – according to the and thus the chip thickness. MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 43 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1029 0.404 (10.26) 5.5 (7/32) 5605 772 5506 5605 750 4330 1106 893 4000 0814 252 3356 5605 007 1030 consisting of file holder with round file, taper square file and file gauge MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 44: Maintenance And Care

    Clean, replace filter insert Replace Fuel tank Clean Lubricating oil tank Clean Chain lubrication Check Check, pay attention to sharpness Saw chain Check chain tension Sharpen Check (wear, damage) Clean and turn over Guide bar Deburr Replace Chain sprocket Check MS 441 C-M...
  • Page 45 Safety information label Replace STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers During initial use of chain saws (with a power output of 3.4 kW or more), tighten the cylinder block screws after 10 to 20 hours of operation MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 46: Minimize Wear And Avoid Damage

    English STIHL recommends that maintenance Minimize Wear and Avoid and repair work be carried out only by Damage authorized STIHL dealers. STIHL dealers receive regular training and are Compliance with the specifications of supplied with technical information. this Instruction Manual will avoid...

  • Page 47: Main Parts

    15 Muffler 16 Front hand guard 17 Front handle (handlebar) 18 Starter grip 19 Fuel tank twist lock 20 Master Control lever 21 Throttle trigger 22 Throttle trigger interlock 23 Rear handle 24 Rear hand guard Serial number MS 441 C-M...

  • Page 48: Specifications

    20% lower than the Chain lubrication REACH regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 maximum chain velocity in accordance see www.stihl.com/reach. with ISO 11681. Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for advice on personal Fully automatic, speed-controlled protective equipment. reciprocating oil pump. Additional...

  • Page 49: Ordering Spare Parts

    Take the product, replacement parts which have been accessories and packaging to an Serial number approved by STIHL for this power tool or approved disposal site for environment- are technically identical. Only use high- friendly recycling. quality replacement parts in order to...

  • Page 50: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    English DPLF EC Declaration of Conformity Deutsche Prüf- und Zertifizierungsstelle für Land- und Forsttechnik (NB 0363) Spremberger Straße 1 ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG D-64823 Groß-Umstadt Badstr. 115 D-71336 Waiblingen Certification No.: hereby confirms that K-EG-2009/4205 The technical documentation has been...
  • Page 52 0458-557-0121-A englisch www.stihl.com *04585570121A* 0458-557-0121-A...

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