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Stihl Ms 201

Stihl Ms 201
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STIHL MS 201, MS 201 T
2012-01

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Stihl Ms 201 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandStihl
ModelMs 201
CategoryChainsaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction and Safety Precautions

1.1 Introduction

Service manual contains detailed descriptions of repair and servicing procedures.

1.2 Safety Precautions

Safety regulations and warnings for repair and maintenance work.

Preparations for Servicing

Steps to prepare the machine for servicing and repair work.

Storing and Disposing of Oils and Fuels

Guidelines for proper storage and disposal of oils and fuels.

Specifications

2.1 Engine

Technical specifications for the engine.

2.2 Fuel System

Technical specifications for the fuel system.

2.3 Ignition System

Technical specifications for the ignition system.

2.4 Chain Lubrication

Technical specifications for chain lubrication.

2.5 Tightening Torques

Troubleshooting

3.1 Clutch

Troubleshooting common issues with the clutch.

3.2 Chain Drive, Chain Brake, Chain Tensioner

Troubleshooting issues related to chain drive, brake, and tensioner.

3.3 Chain Lubrication

Troubleshooting issues with chain lubrication.

3.4 Rewind Starter

Troubleshooting common problems with the rewind starter.

3.5 Ignition System

Troubleshooting engine misfires and power loss.

3.6 Carburetor

Troubleshooting carburetor flooding and poor acceleration.

3.7 Engine

Troubleshooting engine starting, power, and overheating issues.

Clutch

4.1 Clutch

Steps for removing and installing the clutch.

4.2 Clutch Drum

Procedures for removing and installing the clutch drum.

Chain Brake

5.1 Checking Operation

How to check the efficiency and operation of the chain brake.

5.2 Brake Band

Procedures for removing and installing the brake band.

5.3 Brake Lever

Steps for removing and installing the brake lever.

5.4 Flat Spring

Instructions for removing and installing the flat spring.

5.5 Pins

Information on pins securing springs and replacement.

5.6 Chain Tensioner

Procedures for removing and installing the chain tensioner.

5.6.1 Chain Catcher

Steps for removing and installing the chain catcher.

5.7 Bar Mounting Stud

Procedures for removing and installing the bar mounting stud.

5.8 Collar Nut for Sprocket Cover

Information on the collar nut for the sprocket cover.

Engine

6.1 Muffler

Procedures for removing and installing the muffler.

6.1.1 Insulating Plate

Steps for removing and installing the insulating plate.

6.2 Leakage Test

Procedures for testing engine leaks.

6.2.1 Preparations

Preparatory steps for performing leakage tests.

6.2.2 Vacuum Test

How to conduct a vacuum test on the engine.

6.2.3 Pressure Test

How to conduct a pressure test on the engine.

6.3 Oil Seals

Information on replacing engine oil seals.

6.3.1 Ignition Side

Procedures for replacing oil seals on the ignition side.

6.3.2 Clutch Side

Procedures for replacing oil seals on the clutch side.

6.4 Cylinder

Procedures for removing and installing the cylinder.

6.5 Crankshaft Crankcase

Procedures for separating and assembling the crankcase halves.

6.5.1 Roller Bearings Crankcase

Procedures for replacing roller bearings and crankcase halves.

6.6 Piston

Procedures for removing and installing the piston.

6.7 Piston Rings

Procedures for removing and installing piston rings.

Ignition System

7.1 Ignition Timing

Information on fixed ignition timing.

7.2 Ignition Module

Procedures for removing and installing the ignition module.

7.3 Testing the Ignition Module

How to test the ignition module using testers.

7.4 Spark Plug Boot Ignition Lead

Procedures for removing and installing spark plug boot and ignition lead.

7.5 Flywheel

Procedures for removing and installing the flywheel.

7.6 Short Circuit Wire

Testing and procedures for the short circuit wire.

7.6.1 Testing

How to test the short circuit wire.

7.6.2 Removing and Installing (MS 201)

Steps to remove and install the short circuit wire on MS 201.

7.6.3 Removing and Installing (MS 201 T)

Steps to remove and install the short circuit wire on MS 201 T.

7.6.4 Ground Wire

Ground wire procedures, identical to short circuit wire.

7.6.5 Contact Spring (MS 201)

Procedures for the contact spring on MS 201.

7.6.6 Contact Springs (MS 201 T)

Procedures for contact springs on MS 201 T.

7.7 Ignition System Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting chart for ignition system problems.

Rewind Starter

8.1 General

General information on rewind starter issues.

8.2 Fan Housing

Procedures for removing and installing the fan housing.

8.3 Pawls

Procedures for removing and installing pawls.

8.4 Rope Rotor

Procedures for relieving tension and removing rope rotor.

8.4.1 Rope Rotor with ErgoStart

Specific procedures for rope rotor with ErgoStart.

8.5 Starter Rope Grip

Procedures for replacing starter rope and grip.

8.6 Tensioning the Rewind Spring

How to properly tension the rewind spring.

8.7 Replacing the Rewind Spring

Procedures for replacing the rewind spring.

AV Elements

9.1 Annular Buffer on Fuel Tank (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing annular buffer on MS 201.

9.1.1 Annular Buffer on Fuel Tank (MS 201 T)

Procedures for removing and installing annular buffer on MS 201 T.

9.2 AV Spring on Oil Tank (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing AV spring on oil tank (MS 201).

9.2.1 AV Spring on Oil Tank (MS 201 T)

Procedures for removing and installing AV spring on oil tank (MS 201 T).

9.3 Front Handle AV Spring (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing front handle/AV spring (MS 201).

9.3.1 Front Handle AV Spring (MS 201 T)

Procedures for removing and installing front handle/AV spring (MS 201 T).

9.4 Stop Buffer on Handle Housing (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing stop buffer on handle housing.

9.5 Stop Buffer on Tank Housing (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing stop buffer on tank housing.

Control Levers

10.1 Master Control Lever

Description of Master Control lever positions.

10.1.1 Switch Shaft (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing the switch shaft on MS 201.

10.1.2 Switch Shaft (MS 201 T)

Procedures for removing and installing the switch shaft on MS 201 T.

10.2 Throttle Trigger Lockout Lever (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing throttle trigger/lockout lever (MS 201).

10.3 Throttle Trigger Lockout Lever (MS 201 T)

Procedures for removing and installing throttle trigger/lockout lever (MS 201 T).

10.3.1 Choke and Throttle Rods (MS 201)

Procedures for choke and throttle rods on MS 201.

10.3.2 Choke and Throttle Rods (MS 201 T)

Procedures for choke and throttle rods on MS 201 T.

10.4 Handle Housing (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing the handle housing on MS 201.

10.5 Handle Housing (MS 201 T)

Procedures for removing and installing the handle housing on MS 201 T.

Chain Lubrication

11.1 Pickup Body

Procedures for removing and installing the oil pickup body.

11.2 Oil Suction Hose

Procedures for removing and installing the oil suction hose.

11.3 Connector Oil Pressure

Procedures for removing and installing the oil pump connector.

11.4 Oil Pump

Procedures for removing and installing the oil pump.

11.5 Valve

Procedures for removing and installing the tank vent valve.

Repair Fuel System

12.1 Air Filter

Procedures for removing and cleaning/replacing the air filter.

12.2 Baffle

Procedures for removing and installing the baffle.

12.3 Filter Base (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing the filter base on MS 201.

12.3.1 Filter Base (MS 201 T)

Procedures for removing and installing the filter base on MS 201 T.

12.4 Carburetor (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing the carburetor on MS 201.

12.5 Carburetor (MS 201 T)

Procedures for removing and installing the carburetor on MS 201 T.

12.5.1 Leakage Test

How to test the carburetor for leaks.

12.6 Servicing the Carburetor

General procedures for servicing the carburetor.

12.6.1 Metering Diaphragm

Procedures for replacing the metering diaphragm.

12.6.2 Inlet Needle

Procedures for removing and installing the inlet needle.

12.6.3 Pump Diaphragm

Procedures for replacing the pump diaphragm.

12.6.4 Lever on Throttle Shaft

Procedures for removing and installing the lever on the throttle shaft.

12.6.5 Levers on Choke Shaft

Procedures for removing and installing levers on the choke shaft.

12.6.6 Adjusting Screws

Information on carburetor adjusting screws (H, L, LA).

12.7 Adjusting the Carburetor

General procedures for adjusting the carburetor.

12.7.1 Basic Setting

How to perform the basic setting of the carburetor.

12.7.2 Standard Setting

How to perform the standard setting of the carburetor.

12.8 Intake Manifold

Procedures for removing and installing the intake manifold.

12.8.1 Impulse Hose

Procedures for removing and installing the impulse hose.

12.9 Tank Vent

Procedures for testing the tank vent.

12.9.1 Testing

How to test the tank vent.

12.9.2 Tank Vent (MS 201)

Procedures for removing and installing the tank vent on MS 201.

12.9.3 Tank Vent (MS 201 T)

Procedures for removing and installing the tank vent on MS 201 T.

12.10 Fuel Intake

General information on fuel intake system.

12.10.1 Pickup Body

Procedures for removing and installing the fuel pickup body.

12.10.2 Fuel Suction Hose

Procedures for removing and installing the fuel suction hose.

12.10.3 Tank Vent Hose

Procedures for removing and installing the tank vent hose.

12.10.4 Manual Fuel Pump with Fuel Hoses

Procedures for manual fuel pump and fuel hoses.

12.11 Tank Housing Removing and Installing

Procedures for removing and installing the tank housing.

Special Servicing Tools

Servicing Aids

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