Stihl MS 271 Manual

67MS 271 C, MS 291 C
: Position the bearing plug (1) on
the cylinder.
: Push the air guide shroud (2) in
direction of rear handle.
: Insert and tighten down the
screw (3) firmly.
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
9.4 Stop Buffer at Clutch
Side
The stop buffers are located
between the tank housing and
engine housing. They are fitted at
the ignition and clutch sides.
– Remove the cover, b
5.2
Stop Buffer at Clutch Side
: Pry out the stop buffer (1) at the
recess (arrow).
– Check the stop buffer and
replace if necessary.
2710RA174 TG
2
3
1
off
2710RA175 TG
1
Installing
– Position the stop buffer (1)
with its tapered end facing the
engine housing.
– Use STIHL press fluid to simplify
assembly, b
14
: Push the stop buffer (1) into the
bore (arrow) as far as stop.
– the peg (2) must engage the
stop buffer (1).
9.4.1 Stop Buffer at Ignition
Side
– Remove the ignition module,
b
7.3
– Remove the tank housing,
b 12.11.5
: Push the stop buffer (1) inwards
and out of the bore.
– Check the stop buffer (1) and
replace if necessary
2710RA176 TG
1
2
2710RA177 TG
1
Installing
– Position the stop buffer (1)
with its tapered end (arrow)
facing the engine housing.
– Use STIHL press fluid to simplify
assembly, b
14
: Push the stop buffer (1), tapered
end on the inside of the engine
housing, fully into the bore – a
turning motion simplifies
assembly.
The tapered end (1) must be
properly seated in the bore at the
ignition side.
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
2710RA178 TG
1
2710RA179 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