Stihl MS 230 Service Manual

23MS 210, MS 230, MS 250
: Pull the tensioner slide off the
cover.
– Take the adjusting screw out of
the cover.
– Inspect the teeth on the spur gear
and adjusting screw. Replace
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both parts if necessary.
Reverse the above sequence to
install the chain tensioner.
– Coat teeth of adjusting screw and
spur gear with grease, b 13,
before refitting.
This machine does not have a
conventional crankcase. The
engine consists of the cylinder,
piston, crankshaft and engine pan.
Troubleshooting chart – b 4.6.
: Unscrew the nuts.
– Remove the muffler.
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: Pull off or lever off the cover plate
– depending on type fitted.
– Remove spark arresting screen,
if fitted. Clean the screen or fit a
new one if necessary.
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: Muffler with push-fit upper and
lower casings: Remove the upper
casing from the lower casing.
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: Muffler with push-fit upper and
lower casings:
If necessary, take the baffle out of
the lower casing.
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: Remove the gasket (1) and heat
shield (2), if fitted.
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6. Engine
6.1 Muffler/Spark Arresting
Screen

Stihl MS 230 Specifications

General

Engine Power	2.0 kW
Displacement	40.2 cc
Weight	4.6 kg
Power Output	2.0 kW
Chain Pitch	3/8"
Powerhead Weight	4.6 kg
Bar Length	40 cm
Oil Capacity	200 cc
Bar Lengths Available	35 cm (14") / 40 cm (16")