Stihl MS 261 C User Manual

139MS 261, MS 261 C
13.7.1 Handle Heating and Generator Troubleshooting Chart
Checking the generator
Resistance between engine ground
and generator connection
about 0.5 – 1 Ω?
Start
Do both handles
warm up?
Measure resistance of individual
heating elements with ohmmeter
Separate the pin and socket connector to
the thermostatic switch,
b
13.1.3
no
yes
Turn on the
switch
yes
Resistance
of rear handle heating element
about 1.6 Ω?
Check rear handle heating element.
In good condition?
Flat against handle housing?
Heater switch
on "F"?
no
no
no
Install new rear handle
heating element
b
13.5
Install new generator
b
13.7
yes
yes
yes
no
2
1
3

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