Stihl MS 271 Manual

26 MS 271 C, MS 291 C
: Attach the spring (1) to the brake
lever (arrow) so that the open
side of the spring hook (arrow) is
visible.
: Attach the spring (1) to the
anchor pin (2).
The turns of brake spring must be
tightly against one another in the
relaxed condition. If this is not the
case, replace the brake spring.
: Position the protective tube so
that it leaves the first
turn (arrow) free.
: Attach the spring (1) to the brake
lever (arrow).
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: Use the assembly tool
1117 890 0900 to disconnect the
brake spring (1) from the anchor
pin (arrow).
– Lubricate the brake lever, cam
lever and slot in hand guard,
b
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– Adjust the brake cable, b 5.4.1
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
5.4.1 Adjusting the brake cable
If problems occur on the coasting
brake even though the brake band
is in order, the reason may be the
adjustment of the brake cable.
– Troubleshooting, b 3.2
Checking condition and free
travel
– Remove the chain brake cover,
b
5.2
The brake cable must be relaxed
when the lockout lever is released.
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off
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– Press down the lockout lever (1)
and hold it in that position.
The brake band (1) must locate
snugly against engine
housing (arrows) and the clutch
drum must rotate freely.
– Release the lockout lever.
: Carefully press the lockout
lever (1) to check free travel.
– Free travel must be within the
mark (a).
Free travel is the distance the
lockout lever (1) can be depressed
without the brake lever moving.
A certain free travel is necessary to
guarantee correct operation of the
coasting brake.
– Troubleshooting, b
3.2
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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