Stihl MS 261 C User Manual

103MS 261, MS 261 C
Installing
: Push the shutter (1) into the
guide until it snaps into place.
: Push the retainer (1) with fuel
pump into the guide as far as
stop.
: Position the hose clip (2) so that
its locking tabs face the air guide
shroud and press it into its seat.
– Use STIHL press fluid to simplify
assembly,
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: Fit the fuel return hose (1)
through the opening (arrow) from
the underside of the air guide
shroud.
The fuel suction hose must locate
properly in the bore.
: Align the fuel suction hose (1) so
that the flange is seated in the
guide (arrow).
: Fit the fuel hose (1) through the
opening (arrow) from the
underside of the air guide shroud.
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: Push the air guide shroud (1) into
its seats (arrows).
: Press the air guide shroud (1)
into its seat until the tab (2) snaps
into place.
: To simplify assembly, lift the
bottom of the air guide shroud (2)
slightly during the following steps.
: Push the tab (1) towards the
clutch side and under the edge of
the housing (arrow).
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Stihl MS 261 C Specifications

General

Displacement	50.2 cm³
Powerhead Weight	4.9 kg
Sound pressure level	103 dB(A)
Sound power level	116 dB(A)
Vibration level (left/right)	3.5/3.5 m/s²
Bar Length	40 cm (16 in.)
Fuel Capacity	500 cc
Oil Capacity	270 ml (9.1 oz.)
Chain pitch	3/8"
Engine Power	3.0 kW