Stihl 044 Instruction Manual - Page 3

Contents Main Parts of the Saw 2 Definitions 3 Safety Precautions 4 - The Operator 4 - The Saw 6 - The Use of the Saw 6 - Maintaining and Storing the Saw 23 Mounting the Bar and Chain 25 Tensioning the Saw Chain 26 Checking Chain Tension 26 Fuel 26 Fueling 27 Chain Lubricant 28 Filling Chain Oil Tank 28 Checking Chain Lubrication 28 Chain Brake 29 Information Before You Start 30 Starting 30 Oil Quantity Control 33 Taking Care of Guide Bar 34 During Break- in Period 34 During Operation 35 Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper is recyclable 2000 Andreas Stihl AG & Co., Waiblingen 0458 132 3021. M10. F0. Fi. Printed in Germany 044 After Finishing Work 35 Storing the Machine 35 Air Filter System 36 HD Filter* 37 Winter Operation 38 Electrically Handle Heating* 38 Adjusting Carburetor 39 Motor Management 39 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 40 Checking Spark Plug 40 Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 39 Checking and Replacing Chain Sprocket 42 Ordering Spare Parts 43 Maintaining and Sharpening Saw Chain 44 Maintenance Chart 47 Specifications 48 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 49 * Special equipment This Manual contains operating and safety instructions for all STIHL 044 series power saws. Pay special attention to the safety precautions outlined on the inside cover and on pages 4 to 24. Allow only persons who understand this Manual to operate your chainsaw. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL chainsaw, it is important that you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions before using your saw. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you do not understand any of the instructions in this Manual. !Warning! Because a chainsaw is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, some special safety precautions must be observed as with any other power saw to reduce the risk of personal injury. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from time-to-time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your saw differs from those described in this Manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for informations and assistance. 1