Stihl MS 261 User Manual

77MS 261, MS 261 C
: Pry out the AV spring (1).
: Remove the complete
bracket (2).
: Unscrew the AV spring (1).
: Unscrew the bearing plug (2).
– Check the AV spring and plug,
replace if necessary.
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2
2
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: Screw home the bearing plug (2)
as far as stop.
: Screw the AV spring (1) into the
bracket (arrow) as far as stop.
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
9.3 AV Spring on Fuel Tank
– Remove AV spring from
handlebar, b
b
9.4
– Remove the stop buffer,
b
9.5
: Take out the screws (1).
: Press the tank housing (2) down
a little and hold it there.
2
1
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: Pull the AV spring (1) out of the
guide (arrow) and remove it from
between the crankcase and tank
housing.
– Check the AV spring and plug,
replace if necessary.
Installing
: Press the tank housing (2) down
a little and hold it there.
: Push the AV spring (1), bearing
plug (3) first, between the
crankcase and tank housing.
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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