Stihl MS 261 User Manual

29MS 261, MS 261 C
Installing
– Saw through the web (arrow) on
the new brake cable retainer (1).
: Position brake cable (2) in bore of
the brake cable retainer (1).
: Screw home the adjusting
screw (1) as far as stop.
: Fit the clamp screw (2) and
tighten it down firmly.
: Push the brake cable (1), short
hook (2) first, under the hose (3)
and through the housing
bore (arrow).
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5902RA260 TG
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2
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1
3
: Attach the brake cable (1) to the
bore (arrow) in the brake
lever (2).
: Push grommet of brake cable (1)
into the housing bore (arrow)
until it is properly seated.
: Slide the brake cable retainer
with lug (1) through the opening
and press it into its seat (arrow).
: Insert and tighten down the
screw (2) firmly.
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2
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: Position the brake cable (1) in the
guide (arrow).
– Install the switch lever, b
b
10.3.1
– Check operation and adjust the
brake cable,
b
5.4.1
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
5.5 Cam Lever
The cam lever defines the locked
position of the hand guard.
– Remove the brake lever,
b
5.3
: Disconnect the spring (1) from
the anchor pin (2).
– Disconnect the spring (1) from
the cam lever and remove it.
: Remove the E-clip (3).
– Pull off the cam lever.
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3

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