Stihl MS 441 C-Q MAGNUM Product Instruction Manual - Page 48

English 5 4 62 1 3 62 1 001BA122 KN N Use a screwdriver to remove the Eclip (1) N Remove the washer (2) N Remove rim sprocket (3) (if so equipped), clutch drum (4) and needle cage (6). N Inspect transport profile for rim sprocket on the clutch drum (4) - if there are also heavy signs of wear, also replace the clutch drum N Remove clutch drum with integrated spur chain sprocket (5) (if so equipped) including needle cage (6) from the crankshaft - for powerheads with Quickstop Plus chain brake system, depress throttle trigger lockout beforehand Install spur chain sprocket / rim sprocket N Clean crankshaft stub and needle cage and lubricate with STIHL lubricant (special accessory) N Slide needle cage onto the crankshaft stub N After refitting, turn the clutch drum and/or spur chain sprocket approx. 1 full turn so that the carrier for the oil pump drive engages N Refit the rim sprocket - cavities toward the outside N Refit washer and E-clip on the crankshaft Maintaining and Sharpening the Saw Chain Sawing effortlessly with a properly sharpened saw chain A properly sharpened saw chain cuts through wood effortlessly even with very little pushing. Never use a dull or damaged saw chain - this leads to increased physical strain, increased vibration load, unsatisfactory cutting results and increased wear. N Clean the saw chain N Check the saw chain for cracks and damaged rivets N Replace damaged or worn chain components and adapt these parts to the remaining parts in terms of shape and level of wear - rework accordingly Carbide-tipped (Duro) saw chains are especially wear-resistant. For an optimal sharpening result, STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers. WARNING Compliance with the angles and dimensions listed below is absolutely necessary. An improperly sharpened saw chain - especially depth gauges that are too low - can lead to increased kickback tendency of the chain saw - risk of injury! 46 MS 441 C-M