Stihl MS 271 User Manual

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STIHL MS 271, 291
Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
Warning!
To reduce the risk of kickback injury use
STIHL reduced kickback bar and STIHL
26 RMC3 (.325") chain depending on sprocket
pitch or other available low kickback
components.
Advertencia!
Para reducir el riesgo de lesionarse como
resultado de un culatazo, utilice la barra de
contragolpe reducido y la cadena
26 RMC3 (.325 pulg) de STIHL, dependiendo
de la rueda dentada usada y de otros
componentes reductores de contragolpe.
Read and follow all safety precautions in
Instruction Manual – improper use can cause
serious or fatal injury.
Lea y siga todas las precauciones de
seguridad dadas en el manual de
instrucciones – el uso incorrecto puede causar
lesiones graves o mortales.

Stihl MS 271 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	0.24 L
Fuel tank capacity	0.5 L
Engine displacement	55.5 cm³
Engine power	3.8 hp
Power source	Gasoline

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	5600 g

Summary

Safety Precautions and Working Techniques

Operator Requirements

Essential physical condition and proper clothing for safe operation.

Safe Operation & Transport

Guidelines for proper use, fueling, and transporting the chainsaw.

Reactive Forces & Kickback

Detailed explanation of reactive forces and kickback phenomena.

Kickback Prevention Techniques

Methods to avoid kickback, pull-in, and pushback situations.

Operating Instructions & Conditions

Procedures for safe operation and appropriate working conditions.

Cutting Techniques

Felling a Tree

Instructions and safety for felling trees, including escape paths.

Cutting Methods

Tree Diameter Cutting

Bucking

Procedure for cutting logs into sections.

Fuel System

Fueling Procedures

Steps for safely fueling, including cap operation and closure checks.

Chain Lubrication

Filling Oil Tank & Checking

How to fill the chain oil tank and check lubrication.

Chain Brake System

Operation & Safety

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Master Control Lever & Starting Positions

Starting Procedures

Methods for starting standard, Easy2Start, and fuel pump models.

Engine Running & Shutting Down

Chain and Bar Maintenance

Chain Tension Checks

Guide Bar Care

Carburetor Adjustment

Settings & Troubleshooting

Saw Chain Maintenance & Sharpening

Sharpening Techniques

Depth Gauge Adjustment

Maintenance and Care Schedule

Specifications

Technical Data

Ordering Spare Parts

Maintenance and Repairs