Stihl MS 261 User Manual

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– Use STIHL press fluid to simplify
assembly,
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: Press the grommet (1) fully into
the bore from the underside.
: Pull the wiring harness through
until the protective tube (2) butts
against the grommet.
The grommet (1) must be properly
seated in the bore.
: Line up the grommet (1) so that
its holes (arrow) are at an angle
of a = 90° to the cable guide (2).
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: The wiring harness must be
properly seated in the guides on
the tank housing, press it firmly
into the guides if necessary.
: Push the fuel hosea (1) through
the opening (arrow) on the
underside of the air guide shroud.
: Push the air guide shroud (1) into
its seats (arrows).
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: Press the air guide shroud (1)
into its seat until the tab (2) snaps
into place.
: To simplify assembly, lift the
bottom of the air guide shroud (2)
slightly during the following steps.
: Push the tab (1) towards the
clutch side and under the edge of
the housing (arrow).
: Push the lugs (2) of the air guide
shroud (1) into their
seats (arrows).
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Stihl MS 261 Specifications

General

Motor type	2-stroke motor
Chain gauge	1.6 mm
Chain pitch	3/8 \
Blade length	400 mm
Automatic oiling	Yes
Oil tank capacity	0.27 L
Fuel tank capacity	0.5 L
Engine displacement	50.2 cm³
Engine power	3.8 hp
Power source	Gasoline

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	5200 g