Stihl MS 240 User Manual

62 MS 240, MS 260, MS 260 C
Check the flywheel:
– Have pole shoes turned blue?
– Install new flywheel if necessary,
b 9.5
Air gap:
– Check ignition module/flywheel,
– reset if necessary, b 9.2.1
Check the ignition lead:
– Severe chafing?
– Spark plug boot: Holes/cracks?
– Resistance: spark plug boot to ground: spec.
1.5 – 12 kΩ
– Check resistance of ignition lead
: spec. < 10 Ω,
If necessary, install new spark plug boot and/or
ignition lead with module,
b 9.4
Check short circuit wire:
– Wire damaged?
– Connectors firmly seated?
– Check the short circuit wire for break and
replace if necessary, b 9.6.1
1
3
yes
no
Powerful
spark?
2

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