Stihl MS 440 Service Manual

62 MS 440, MS 440 C
: The wires must be in the guide in
the handle moulding.
– Refit the filter base – b 12.1
Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
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Impurities gradually clog the fine
pores of the filter with minute
particles of dirt. This prevents the oil
pump from supplying sufficient oil to
the bar and chain. In the event of
problems with the oil supply system,
first check the oil tank and the
pickup body. Clean the oil tank if
necessary.
Troubleshooting chart – b 4.3
Suction hose
– Unscrew the oil tank cap and
drain the oil tank.
Collect chain oil in a clean container
or dispose of it properly at an
approved disposal site.
: Use hook (1) 5910 893 8800 to
pull the pickup body out of the oil
tank.
Do not stretch the oil hose too much
during this operation.
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: Pull the pickup body out of the
suction hose.
– Fit a new pickup body.
– Flush out the oil tank.
Reassemble in the reverse
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sequence.
Suction hose
– Remove the oil pump – b 11.3.1
– Grip the tab of the suction hose
with pliers and pull the grommet
out of the bore.
: Pull the suction hose with pickup
body out of the crankcase.
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11. Chain Lubrication
11.1 Pickup Body /
Suction Hose

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)