Stihl MS 261 C User Manual

92 MS 261, MS 261 C
Installing
: Position the torsion spring (1)
and fit it in the lockout lever.
: Push the bushing (2) into the
bore (arrow) – the torsion spring
is held in position.
– The torsion spring (arrow) must
locate against the tank housing.
: Use a drift (2) to center the
lockout lever (1).
– Drive home the pin until it is
recessed by same amount at
both sides.
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
– Check operation.
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10.3.3 Choke Rod
– Remove the air filter, b
b
12.1
: Move the switch lever (1) in
direction of cold start and hold it
there.
: Pry the choke rod (2) carefully
out of the guide (arrow).
: Disconnect the choke rod (1)
from the choke shaft (arrow).
– Check the choke rod and replace
it if necessary
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Installing
: Engage the choke rod (1) in the
bore (arrow) in the choke
shaft (2).
: Position the choke rod (1) in the
guide (arrow).
– Move the switch lever (2) in
direction of cold start until the
choke rod (1) snaps into position.
– Check operation.
Check that the choke rod is properly
seated.
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
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5902RA339 TG
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2

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