Stihl MS 261 C User Manual

126 MS 261, MS 261 C
– Remove the carburetor carrier,
b
12.8
– Remove the air guide shrouds,
b
12.4.1
: Remove the fuel hose (1),
b
12.11.2.
: Pull out the connector (1) with
fuel return hose (2).
: Pull the connector (1) off the fuel
return hose (2).
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1
5902RA449 TG
1
2
5902RA491 TG
2
1
: Pry out the grommet (1).
: Install a new fuel return hose (1),
inspect the connector (2) and
grommet (3) and replace as
necessary.
: Remove the fuel suction
hose (1), b
b
12.11.2
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1
5902RA492 TG
1
2
3
5902RA493 TG
1
Installing
: Install the fuel suction hose (1),
b
b
12.11.2
– Use STIHL press fluid to simplify
assembly,
b
15
: Fit the grommet (1) in the
hole (arrow) in the fuel tank and
make sure it is properly seated.
: Push the connector (1) into the
fuel return hose (2) as far as stop.
5902RA494 TG
1
5902RA496 TG
1
5902RA447 TG
2
1

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