5.
Logs under strain: Risk of pinching!
Always start relieving cut (1) at
compression side (A).Then make
bucking cut (2) at tension side (B).
If the saw pinches, stop the engine
and remove it from the log.
6.
Only properly trained professionals
should work in an area where the
logs, limbs and roots are tangled.
Working in blow down areas is
extremely hazardous.
7.
Drag the logs into a clear area
before cutting. Pull out exposed and
cleared logs first.
MS 440, MS 440 W, MS 440 C
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND
STORING
Maintenance, replacement, or repair
of the emission control devices and
systems may be performed by any
nonroad engine repair establishment
or individual. However if you claim
warranty for a component which has
not been serviced or maintained
properly or if nonapproved
replacement parts were used, STIHL
may deny warranty.
Never operate a chainsaw that is
damaged, improperly adjusted or not
completely or securely assembled.
Follow the maintenance and repair
instructions in the appropriate section of
your Owner's Manual, especially those
in the chapters "Mounting the Bar and
Chain", "Maintaining and Sharpening"
and "Chain Brake".
!
Warning!
Use only STIHL replacement parts for
maintenance and repair. Use of parts
manufactured by others may cause
serious or fatal injury.
!
Warning!
Always stop the engine and ensure that
the chain is stopped before making any
adjustments, maintenance or repair
work,
English / USA
changing the saw chain or cleaning the
saw. Do not attempt any maintenance or
repair work not described in your
Owner's Manual. Have such work
performed at your STIHL service shop
only.
!
Warning!
Never test the ignition system with
ignition wire terminal removed from
sparkplug or with unseated spark plug,
since uncontained sparking may cause
a fire.
!
Warning!
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury,
use only spark plugs authorized by
STIHL. Always press spark plug boot
snugly onto spark plug terminal of the
proper size. (Note: If terminal has
detachable SAE adapter nut, it must be
attached.) A loose connection between
spark plug terminal and ignition wire
connector in the boot may create arcing
that could ignite combustible fumes and
cause a fire. Keep spark plug clean, and
make sure ignition lead is in good
condition.
!
Warning!
Do not operate your chainsaw if the
muffler is damaged, missing or modified.
An improperly maintained muffler will
increase the risk of fire and hearing loss.
Never touch a hot muffler or burn will
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