Stihl MS 271 Manual

101MS 271 C, MS 291 C
Machines with QuickStop Super
: Pass the fuel return hose (2),
connector first, under the brake
cable (3).
: Fit the connector (1) with fuel
return hose (2) between the
positioning ribs (arrows) and
push it into the grommet (4).
The fuel return hose (1) must be
under the brake cable (2) and run to
the left as shown in the illustration.
2710RA309 TG
2
1
3
4
2710RA310 TG
1
2
Models with manual fuel pump
: Fit the connector (1) with fuel
return hose (2) between the
positioning ribs (arrows) and
push it into the grommet (3).
: Install the fuel hose (1),
b 12.11.2
: Tie a thin piece of string (1),
about 25 cm long, around the
flange (arrow) of the fuel return
hose.
2710RA311 TG
2
1
3
2710RA312 TG
1
2710RA313 TG
1
– Coat the flange of the fuel return
hose with STIHL press fluid,
b 14
: Thread the ends of the string (1)
through the bore (arrow).
: Pull the fuel return hose (2) into
the engine housing.
– Remove the string.
: Position the fuel return hose (1)
so that the flange is seated in the
guide (arrow).
: Press home the fuel return
hose (1) until it fully engages the
bore.
– Install the tank housing,
b 12.11.5
– Install the carburetor carrier,
b 12.8
2710RA314 TG
1
2
2710RA315 TG
1

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