Stihl MS 240 User Manual

40 MS 240, MS 260, MS 260 C
: Remove the clamping strap (1)
and wooden assembly block (2).
Make sure the cylinder gasket is
properly seated.
– Push the cylinder fully home.
: Insert the screws (arrows) to hold
the cylinder and gasket in
position..
– Tighten down the screws in an
alternate pattern.
– Tightening torques, b 3.5
165RA080 TG
2
1
165RA027 TG
– Lift the tank housing a little.
: Push the impulse hose (1) on to
the nipple (arrow).
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
8.6 Crankshaft
8.6.1 Removing and Installing
– Remove the sprocket cover and
cutting attachment, b 5
– Remove the adjustable oil pump,
b 13.5
– Remove the non-adjustable oil
pump, b 13.4
– Remove the brake band, b 7.2
– Remove the brake lever, b 7.3
– Remove the handlebar, b 11.5
. Remove the handleber with
handle heating, b 11.6
– Remove the cylinder, b 8.5
– Remove the piston, b 8.7
– Remove the flywheel, b 9.5
1
165RA096 TG
– On versions with handle heating,
remove the generator, b 15.7
– Drain the fuel and oil tanks, b 1
– Remove the tank housing,
b 14.8.3
Always install new bearings and oil
seals after removing the crankshaft,
b 8.6.2 and b 8.3
Removing – clutch side
Use the tools in the service tool set
5910 007 2200 for removing and
installing.
: Remove the washer (1) and ring
(2).
: Take out the screws (arrows).
165RA110 TG
1
2
165RA097 TG

Stihl MS 240 Specifications

General

Chain pitch	3/8"
Oil Capacity	0.2 L
Guide bar length (recommended)	40 cm
Engine Power	2.0 kW (2.7 bhp)
Displacement	41.6 cm³