Stihl MS 271 Manual

94 MS 271 C, MS 291 C
: Push the throttle rod (1) into the
guide (arrow) until it snaps into
position.
: Push the washer (1) into position.
When reassembling, check that all
wires are properly seated in their
guides.
When the filter base is installed, the
fuel hose must be centered in the
opening in the lower air guide
shroud. If it touches one side of the
opening, install it properly,
b
12.11.2, b 12.8.
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
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12.9 Intake Manifold
A damaged intake manifold can
result in engine running problems.
– Troubleshooting, b
3.6 or
b
3.7
– Remove the shroud, b 6.4
– Remove the carburetor, b
12.5
– Remove the carburetor carrier,
b
12.8
– Remove the air guide shroud,
b 12.4
Models with manual fuel pump,
b
12.4.1
: Take out the screws (1).
: Remove the intake manifold (2).
– Inspect the intake manifold (2)
and replace it if necessary – even
very minor damage can result in
engine running problems, b
3.7
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: Inspect and clean the sealing
faces (arrows), b
14
The sealing faces must be in perfect
condition. Always replace
components with damaged sealing
faces.
Installing
: Position the manifold (2) on the
cylinder.
: Insert and tighten down the
screws (1) firmly.
– Install the air guide shrouds,
b
12.4
Models with manual fuel pump,
b
12.4.1
– Install the carburetor carrier,
b
12.8
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
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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