Stihl MS 261 C User Manual

106 MS 261, MS 261 C
: To simplify disassembly, lift the
bottom of the air guide shroud (2)
slightly during the following steps.
: Push the tab (1) towards the
clutch side and lift the air guide
shroud out of its seat.
: Push the tab (1) towards the
ignition side and lift the air guide
shroud.
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: Pull the air guide shroud (1) out
of its seats and lift it away,
removing the fuel hose (2) and
wiring harness (3) through the
openings (arrows) at the same
time.
: Remove the cable clip (4).
Installing
: Position the cable clip (1) so that
its locking tabs face the air guide
shroud and press it into its seat.
: Push the shutter (1) into the
guide until it snaps into place.
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: Push the retainer (1) with heater
switch into the guide as far as
stop.
: Position the cable clip (2) so that
its locking tabs face the air guide
shroud and press it into its seat.
Make sure the grommet (1) is in
place.
: Fit the wiring harness (2) through
the hole (arrow) from the
underside of the air guide shroud.
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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