Contents
Quickstop Plus Chain Brake
System
Guide to Using this Manual
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques
Cutting Attachment
Mounting the Bar and Chain
Tensioning the Chain
Checking Chain Tension
Fuel
Fueling
Chain Lubricant
Filling Chain Oil Tank
Checking Chain Lubrication
Chain Brake
Winter Operation
Starting / Stopping the Engine
Operating Instructions
Oil Quantity Control
Taking Care of the Guide Bar
Air Filter System
Remove air filter
Cleaning the Air Filter
Engine Management
Adjusting the Carburetor
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler
Spark Plug
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring
Storing the Machine
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket
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MS 441 C-Q
Maintaining and Sharpening the
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Saw Chain
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Maintenance and Care
Main Parts
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Specifications
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Special Accessories
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Ordering Spare Parts
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Maintenance and Repairs
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Disposal
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STIHL Incorporated Federal
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Emission Control Warranty
Statement
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Trademarks
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This instruction manual is protected by copyright. All rights reserved, especially the rights to reproduce, translate and process
with electronic systems.
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your chain saw.
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To receive maximum performance and
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satisfaction from your STIHL chain saw,
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it is important that you read, understand
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and follow the safety precautions and
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the operating and maintenance
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instructions in chapter "Safety
Precautions and Working Techniques"
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before using your chain saw. For further
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information you can go to
www.stihlusa.com.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
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distributor for your area if you do not
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understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
WARNING
Because a chain saw is a high-speed
wood-cutting tool, some special safety
precautions must be observed as with
any other power saw to reduce the risk
of personal injury. Careless or improper
use may cause serious or even fatal
injury.
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