Stihl MS 271 Manual

27MS 271 C, MS 291 C
Adjust brake cable
– Remove the throttle rod,
b 10.3.4
– Fit the handle molding, b
10.3
: Take out the screw (1).
: Lower the tank housing (2).
: Loosen the clamp screw (1) on
the brake cable retainer.
5902RA057 TG
1
2
5902RA058 TG
1
: Use 6mm open end wrench the
set free travel on the adjusting
screw (1).
– Turn adjusting screw clockwise
to increase free travel.
– Turn adjusting screw
counterclockwise
to reduce free travel.
: When the setting is correct,
tighten down the clamp screw (2)
firmly.
– 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.
– Install the throttle rod, b
10.3.4
– Fit the handle molding, b 10.3
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
5902RA059 TG
1
2
off
off
off
2710RA044 TG
1
5.4.2 Brake cable
Removing and Installing
– Disconnect the brake spring,
b
5.4
– Remove the carburetor, b 12.5
– Remove the throttle trigger,
b
10.3
– Remove the switch lever,
b
10.3.1
: Pull out the brake cable (1) a little
and disconnect it.
– Loosen and lower the tank
housing, b
12.11.2
– Take care not to stretch the hose.
: Take out the screw (1).
: Remove the brake cable
retainer (2) with brake cable.
off
off
o
ff
2710RA046 TG
1
2710RA047 TG
2
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