Stihl MS 261 C User Manual

109MS 261, MS 261 C
: Center the connector and
insulating tube (1) in the
guide (arrow).
: Press the generator wire and
wiring harness into the
guides (arrows).
: Push the pin and socket
connector with insulating tube (1)
into the guide (2).
Generator wire (1) must be seated
at the bottom of the recess (arrow).
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2
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– Install the ignition module, b
b
7.3
– Install the short circuit wire,
b
7.7
– Install the carburetor,
b
12.5
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
12.5 Carburetor
– Remove the filter base,
b
12.3
– Open the fuel tank cap and drain
the fuel tank.
– Collect the fuel in a clean
container,
b
1
Disconnect the fuel hose only when
the tank cap is open.
: Push the fuel hose (1) back a
little – the fuel hose is
disconnected.
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Models with handle and
carburetor heating
: Remove the heating element (1).
: Remove the wire (1) from the
guides (arrows).
– Pull the carburetor (2) out a little.
: Push the insulating tube (1) in the
direction of the thermostatic
switch and separate the pin and
socket connector.
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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