Stihl MS 261 User Manual

88 MS 261, MS 261 C
: Remove the handle molding (1).
The lockout lever (arrow) may pop
out.
: Take the throttle rod (1) out of the
guide (arrow) and disconnect it
from the throttle trigger (2).
: Rotate the lockout lever (1) in
direction of carburetor until it is
vertical and then take it out of its
mounts (arrows).
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5902RA309 TG
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: Use a drift (2) to drive out the
pin (1).
: Remove the throttle trigger (1)
with torsion spring (2).
– Check the lockout lever (1),
throttle trigger (2) and torsion
spring (3) and replace if
necessary
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5902RA312 TG
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2
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Installing
: Attach the torsion spring (1) to
the trigger (2)
– note the installed
position (arrow).
: Place the throttle trigger (1) in the
rear handle so that the
tongue (arrow) is within the
handle and the holes in the
throttle trigger and handle are in
alignment.
: Use a drift (2) to center the
throttle trigger (1).
: Drive home the pin (3) until it is
recessed by same amount at
both sides.
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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