TS 440
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Replacing the air filter
If there is a noticeable loss of engine
power
N Move the choke lever to c
N Remove the screws (1) to the filter
cover
N Remove the filter cover (2) and
clean it
N Remove the main filter (3)
N Remove the auxiliary filter (4),
ensuring that dirt does not enter the
intake area
N Clean the filter area
N Insert a new auxiliary filter and new
main filter
N Re-install the filter cover
N Tighten the screws
STIHL recommends using only genuine
STIHL air filters, which promote trouble-
free operation of the TS 440 and a
longer service life for its engine.
Exhaust emissions are controlled by the
design of the engine and components
(e.g. carburation, ignition, timing and
valve or port timing).
Engine Management