Stihl MS 181 User Manual

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4. Troubleshooting
4.1 Clutch
Condition Cause Remedy
Saw chain stops under load at full
throttle
Clutch shoes badly worn Install new clutch
Clutch drum badly worn Install new clutch drum
Saw chain rotates at idle speed Engine idle speed too high Readjust with idle speed screw
(LA) (counterclockwise)
Clutch springs stretched or fatigued Replace the clutch springs or install
new clutch
Clutch spring hooks broken Replace the clutch springs
Clutch shoe bores worn Replace clutch shoes or install new
clutch
Loud noises Clutch springs stretched or fatigued Replace all clutch springs
Needle cage damaged Fit new needle cage
Clutch shoe retainer broken Fit new retainer
Clutch shoes and carrier worn Install new clutch
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Stihl MS 181 Specifications

General

Idle speed	- RPM
Motor type	2-stroke motor
Chain pitch	3/8 \
Blade length	400 mm
Product color	Black, Grey, Orange
Chain tensioner	Yes
Motor speed (max)	10000 RPM
Fuel tank capacity	0.266 L
Engine displacement	31.8 cm³
Power source	Gasoline
Sound power level	112 dB
Vibration emission	3.5 m/s²
Sound pressure level	100 dB

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	43004300 g