Operation Manual

51MS 441 C
English / USA
Replacing a Broken Rewind
Spring
: Remove the rope rotor.
The bits of spring might still be
under tension and could fly apart
when you take them out of the fan
housing. To reduce risk of injury,
wear eye and face protection and
work gloves.
: Use a screwdriver to carefully
remove the parts of the spring.
: Lubricate the new spring with a few
drops of non-resinous oil.
: Place the replacement spring with
frame in the fan cover – the spring
loop (arrow) must engage the lug in
the fan housing.
: Apply a suitable tool (screwdriver,
punch or similar) to the recesses
and push the spring into its seat in
the fan housing – the spring slips
out of the frame in this process.
: Reinstall the rope rotor, tension the
rewind spring, fit the fan housing
and secure in position with the
screws.
For periods of about 3 months or longer:
: Drain and clean the fuel tank in a
well ventilated area.
: Dispose of remaining fuel and
cleaning solution properly in
accordance with local
environmental requirements.
: Run engine until carburetor is dry,
this helps prevent the carburetor
diaphragms sticking together.
: Remove the saw chain and guide
bar, clean them and spray with
corrosion inhibiting oil.
: Thoroughly clean the unit,
pay special attention to the cylinder
fins and air filter.
: If you use a biological chain and bar
lubricant, e.g. STIHL BioPlus,
completely fill the chain oil tank.
: Store the unit in a dry and high or
locked location, out of the reach of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
213BA022 KN
Storing the Machine