Stihl MS 271 Manual

53MS 271 C, MS 291 C
: Place the filter base (1) in
position and pass the ring
terminal (2) through the
opening (arrow) at the same
time.
: Turn the filter base (1) about 90°
in direction of ignition side.
: Position the contact spring (2) in
its seat so that the tab (1) is in line
with the guide (arrow).
: Lift the contact spring (1) a little
and ease it over the
bead (arrow).
: Push the contact spring (1) into
its seat as far as stop.
2710RA159 TG
1
2
5902RA280 TG
2
1
2710RA163 TG
1
The tab (arrow) on the contact
spring (1) must locate securely on
the edge of the filter base.
– Install the filter base, b 12.3
The short circuit wire (1) must be
above the ground wire's insulated
flag terminal (2).
– Fit the short circuit wire in the
switch shaft, b 7.7.2
– Install the switch shaft and check
operation, b 10.1
5902RA282 TG
1
2710RA160 TG
1
2
: When installing the switch lever,
lift the contact spring (1) a little
– no more than 2 mm.
: Check operation.
– Short circuit wire's ring terminal
must touch the contact
spring (arrow) in position "
0".
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
2710RA155 TG
1
5902RA264 TG

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