Stihl MS 240

78 MS 240, MS 260, MS 260 C
: Ease the interlock lever (1) out of
its mounts (arrows).
– Disconnect the torsion spring and
remove the interlock lever.
: Use a drift (2) to drive out the pin
(1).
– Set the switch shaft to "
0".
: Remove the throttle trigger (1)
with torsion spring (2).
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– Check the interlock lever (1),
trottle trigger (2) and torsion
spring (1) and replace if
necessary
Versions with handle heating
Make sure the wires are properly
positioned in the guide (arrows).
: Attach the torsion spring (1) to
the throttle trigger (2)
– note installed position (arrow).
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: Fit the throttle trigger (1) in the
rear handle so that its lug is
behind the arm on the switch
shaft (arrow).
: Use a drift (2) to line up the
throttle trigger (1).
: Drive home the pin (3) until it is
centered (recessed by same
amount at both sides).
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