Stihl MS 440 Service Manual

70 MS 440, MS 440 C
: Fit the inlet needle (1).
: Fit spring (2) in bore.
: Insert spindle (3) in the inlet
control lever (4).
– Engage clevis in annular groove
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2
1
3
on head of the inlet needle.
– Press the inlet control lever down
and secure it with the screw.
Make sure the helical spring locates
on the control lever’s nipple.
– Check that inlet control lever
moves freely.
The upper face of the inlet control
lever must be flush with the top of
the carburetor body.
– Install the metering diaphragm –
b 12.3.1
– Remove the metering
diaphragm – b 12.3.1
: Use a suitable screwdriver to
unscrew the fixed jet (1).
The fixed jet must not be damaged
by the screwdriver during assembly
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or disassembly!
Reassemble in the reverse
sequence.
: Take out the screw (arrow).
– Remove the end cover.
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: Remove the gasket (1) and pump
diaphragm (2) from the end cover
or carburetor body.
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1
: Carefully separate the diaphragm
and gasket.
– Inspect diaphragm for damage
and wear, install a new gasket.
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12.3.3 Fixed Jet 12.3.4 Pump Diaphragm

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)