Stihl MS 440 User Manual

Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
Warning!
This saw is capabale of servere kickback
which may cause serious or fatal injury. Only
for users with extraordinary cutting needs and
experience and training dealing with kickback.
Chainsaws with significantly reduced kickback
potential are available. STIHL recommends
the use of STIHL reduced kickback bar and
low kickback chain.
Advertencia!
Esta sierra es capaz de causar contragolpes
severos, los cuales pueden causar lesiones
graves o mortales. Sólo es apta para usuarios
con necesidades extraordinarias de corte y
mucha experiencia y capacitación en el
manejo de los contragolpes. Existen sierras
con un potentical mucho menor de causar
contragolpes. STIHL recomienda usar una
barra y cadena de contragolpe reducido de
STIHL.
Read and follow all safety precautions in
Instruction Manual – improper use can cause
serious or fatal injury.
Lea y siga todas las precauciones de
seguridad dadas en el manual de
instrucciones – el uso incorrecto puede causar
lesiones graves o mortales.
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Stihl MS 440 Specifications

General

Displacement	70.7 cc
Chain Pitch	3/8"
Ignition system	Electronic
Starter	Recoil starter
Vibration reduction	Anti-vibration system
Weight (without bar and chain)	6.4 kg
Fuel tank volume	0.73 L
Oil Capacity	0.36 L
Guide Bar Length	40-63 cm
Guide Bar Length (recommended)	40-71 cm (16-28 in)

Summary

Understanding Your STIHL Chainsaw

Guide to Using this Manual

Explains manual structure, pictograms, and symbols for effective use.

General Chainsaw Safety Precautions

Crucial safety warnings for operation, kickback, and user conduct.

Operator Health and Safety

Focuses on physical condition, protective gear, and health risks like vibration.

Chainsaw Operation and Techniques

Safe Chainsaw Handling and Starting

Covers transport, preparation, fueling, starting, and stopping procedures.

Cutting Methods and Reactive Forces

Details felling, limbing, bucking, and managing reactive forces like kickback.

Adjustments, Winter Use, and Operation

Covers carburetor, idle speed, winter settings, handle heating, and general operation.

Chainsaw Maintenance and Repair

Routine Maintenance Procedures

Guides on bar maintenance, air filters, lubrication, and chain tensioning.

Component Checks and Replacements

Procedures for checking spark plugs, starter rope, sprockets, and filters.

Chain Sharpening and Depth Gauge Adjustment

Instructions for correctly sharpening the saw chain and adjusting depth gauges.

Parts, Specifications, and Warranty

Chainsaw Parts and Controls Identification

Identifies and defines all major parts and controls of the chainsaw.

Technical Specifications and Accessories

Lists technical specs and recommended cutting attachments and accessories.

Service, Repairs, and Warranty Information

Covers service procedures, warranty claims, and emission control compliance.