Stihl MS 441 User Manual

30 MS 441, MS 441 C
If the chain brake does not operate
properly although the brake band,
brake lever and brake cable are
intact, it may be necessary to adjust
the brake cable.
– Troubleshooting chart, b 4.2.
– Remove chain sprocket cover,
bar and chain, b 5.
: Take out screw (arrow).
– Remove side plate (1).
2
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1
: Take out screws (arrows).
– Remove cover (1).
219RA166 TG
1
The brake cable (1) must be loose,
i.e. without tension, when the trigger
interlock is not pressed.
1
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: Pull hand guard (1) towards
handle.
: Press trigger interlock (2) down
completely and hold it.
2
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2
1
: The brake band (1) must rest
against the crankcase (arrows)
without play.
1
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– Release trigger interlock (1).
: Press trigger interlock (1) gently
to check the play.
– The play must not exceed the
mark (B).
B
1
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The play is equal to the distance
travelled by the trigger interlock (1)
without causing the brake lever to
move at the same time.
The play must be adjusted if it is too
great.
– Remove carburetor housing,
b 14.6.2.
: Undo clamping screw (arrow).
219RA083 TG
7.3.1 Adjusting brake cable

Stihl MS 441 Specifications

General

Displacement	70.7 cc
Weight	6.6 kg
Fuel Capacity	0.78 L
Chain Oil Capacity	0.36 l
Oil Capacity	0.36 l
Oil tank volume	0.36 l
Chain pitch	3/8"