Stihl MS 271 Manual

71MS 271 C, MS 291 C
: Remove the handle molding (1).
The lockout lever (arrow) may pop
out.
: Take the throttle rod (1) out of the
guide (arrow) and disconnect it
from the throttle trigger (2).
: Rotate the lockout lever (1) in
direction of carburetor until it is
vertical and then take it out of its
mounts (arrows).
2710RA194 TG
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5902RA309 TG
1
2
5902RA310 TG
1
: Use a drift (2) to drive out the
pin (1).
: Remove the throttle trigger (3)
with torsion spring (4).
– Inspect the lockout lever, throttle
trigger and torsion spring,
replace as necessary.
Installing
: Attach the torsion spring (1) to
the trigger (2)
– note the installed
position (arrow).
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1
4
3
2
5902RA314 TG
1
2
: Place the throttle trigger (1) in the
rear handle so that the
tongue (arrow) is within the
handle and the holes in the
throttle trigger and handle are in
alignment.
: Use a drift (2) to center the
throttle trigger (1).
: Drive home the pin (3) until it is
recessed by same amount at
both sides.
: Push leg (1) of torsion spring in
direction of rear handle.
: Push the lockout lever (2) into its
mounts (arrow).
1
23
2710RA332 TG
5902RA317 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