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8. Antivibration elements
The front handle / tank housing and
engine housing are connected by
vibration-damping spring and stop
buffers.
Damaged ring buffers must be
replaced as a matter of principle.
8.1 Ring buffer fuel tank /
clutch side
– Remove chain sprocket cover
: Pry out plug (1)
: Remove screw (1) and prise out
ring buffer (2)
– Examine the ring buffer, replace if
necessary
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Installation
: Orient ring buffer (1)
– smaller diameter points toward
the crankcase
– Use STIHL press fluid to simplify
assembly, b 12
: Press ring buffer (1) into the hole
until the groove (arrow)
completely encloses the ridge (2)
– Insert and tighten the screw
– Press plug into the ring buffer as
far as it will go
– Reassemble remaining parts in
reverse order
8.1.1 Ring buffer fuel tank /
ignition side
– Remove shroud, b 5.4
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: Push ignition lead (1) slightly to
the side
: Unscrew screw (2) and remove
the sleeve (3) and hose
: Unscrew screws (4) and remove
ring buffer
– Examine the ring buffer, replace if
necessary
– Check sealing plug on the tank
housing / check carburetor
space, replace if necessary
Installation
: Align ring buffer (1) with the
tapered side facing the
crankcase and fit
– Make sure that the ignition lead is
seated in the guide and does not
become jammed
: Insert and tighten the screws (2)
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